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Hello. I'm thinking about buy my first Corvette. Been looking at some c5s. Any suggestions on what to look for? Which is a better car a c4 or c5? I really don't know anything about these cars. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
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I'd agree with getting the newest you can afford but between a C4 and C5, a C5 is much nicer from a ride and performance point of view. Here are some threads that are well worth reading. The contain a TON of information.
Good luck!
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ion-files.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...fo-thread.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ngths-etc.html
Good luck!
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ion-files.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...fo-thread.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ngths-etc.html
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I had a 96 C4 and wasn't too happy with it. It seemed to have a lot of rattles that couldn't be located along with other issues. It was a low mileage used car when I bought it too. My wife didn't like to drive it either.
I was kind of hesitant about buying my current 03 C5 convertible because of the issues with the C4 but I found out they were totally different vehicles.
We really like the C5 and probably will have it for a long time.
Good luck!
I was kind of hesitant about buying my current 03 C5 convertible because of the issues with the C4 but I found out they were totally different vehicles.
We really like the C5 and probably will have it for a long time.
Good luck!
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I spent a long time wanting a C4 because I thought they looked retro. I have kinda eclectic tastes - I like square body trucks etc. But I ended up getting a C5 a few weeks ago because the styling is timeless (I can't believe I own such a pretty car), the interior is new enough not to feel like garbage (the gauge cluster especially), and the performance is plenty for me to be happy with (for now).
If you get a targa the top comes off without tools (compared to the c4) and the LS is nigh indestructible. It also has modern conveniences like airbags, abs, and traction control that make the wife happy with my purchase
But in the end, get out and drive both! Get the one you like most.
If you get a targa the top comes off without tools (compared to the c4) and the LS is nigh indestructible. It also has modern conveniences like airbags, abs, and traction control that make the wife happy with my purchase
But in the end, get out and drive both! Get the one you like most.