Shape differences between Coupe and FRC ?
Burning Brakes
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From: Ypsilanti MI
Originally Posted by Vette Dream
This may seem like a dumb question, but I noticed a lot of folks mentionned they like the FRC shape better over the Coupe for a certain reason.
The only difference I can tell is that the Coupe has lines where the removable roof is places, whereas the FRC obviously has none.
Visually, is there anything else different ?
Thanks !!
The only difference I can tell is that the Coupe has lines where the removable roof is places, whereas the FRC obviously has none.
Visually, is there anything else different ?
Thanks !!
I do like the FRC cars though but I can't stand that they have that nasty antenna.
Also what are the C5R cars....coupes!
Last edited by MikeJamesC5; Nov 17, 2004 at 08:24 PM.
Le Mans Master
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From: D/FW Area TX
to the comment about the C5-Rs being based on the Coupe body rather than the Hardtop/Z06 due to the aerodynamic advantage it gives the cars in GTS racing. Also, IMHO, the Coupe has a much more exotic look to it than the Hardtop/Z06. One little detail that most seem to overlook that I think is kinda cool... the subtle dip in the roof panel continues into the rear glass on the Coupe.
Burning Brakes
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From: Ypsilanti MI
Originally Posted by Tiger Shark
to the comment about the C5-Rs being based on the Coupe body rather than the Hardtop/Z06 due to the aerodynamic advantage it gives the cars in GTS racing. Also, IMHO, the Coupe has a much more exotic look to it than the Hardtop/Z06. One little detail that most seem to overlook that I think is kinda cool... the subtle dip in the roof panel continues into the rear glass on the Coupe.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Bueche Louisiana
all of the posts
of all the posts i dont recall anyone mentioning the fact that the frc/z06 has a thicker b pillar (the part thats right in front of the back windshield) than the coupe which is where the frc gains some of its stiffness as far as chassis design goes
Melting Slicks
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From: Stop staring at my azz!!!! IL.
Originally Posted by QuikZilver
Yeah...the rear window. On the FRC, it looks like a hard top vert. The Coupe has a large sweeping rear window. FRC also has a truck, Coupe has a hatchback.
See signature for FRC/Z06.
See signature for FRC/Z06.
Lepus-temperamentalus
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From: Roswell Ga
Originally Posted by QuikZilver
Jackalope...hate to split hairs with you here, but the only additional room you have in the Coupe is the area in your rear window area. the FRC/Z06 has a nice large trunk area. With my partition out, I can easily fit 2 golf bags and a cooler in my Z. Now, it is harder to get all of that out of my Z than out of your Coupe. I will give you that. 
Well I MAY stand corrected...but I don't know how.
This is what Consumer Guide lists for the three models:
Cargo Volume, cu. ft.
Convertible 13.9
Coupe 24.8
Coupe (Hatchback) 24.8
Now I'll be damned if I can see how the FRC has the same amount of room as the coupe. Wouldn't it have the same as the convertible? I thought I knew what I was talking about but obviously I don't. Can anyone explain?
Melting Slicks
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From: Massapequa Park, NY [This is Not an EXIT]
WHen i bought my coupe a few months ago I had the choice between my black Coupe and the exact same year/optioned/miles black FRC (the FRC had HUD and my coupe doesnt). The FRC was about 1k less money for the same miles. I had to Pic the Coupe, the rear glass Adds so much to the look of the car, plus the removable top is a huge plus. Looks wise I think the coupe is 100 times better over the look of the Z06/FRC
Drifting
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From: Walnut CA
I freaked out when I flew to Texas to buy my car and saw this dip... in the roof! I was like oh sh!! the roof is dented! Then I paused and saw that the dip was perfectly even... Phew! And yes that is a beautiful subtle dip that is often overlooked... =)
to the comment about the C5-Rs being based on the Coupe body rather than the Hardtop/Z06 due to the aerodynamic advantage it gives the cars in GTS racing. Also, IMHO, the Coupe has a much more exotic look to it than the Hardtop/Z06. One little detail that most seem to overlook that I think is kinda cool... the subtle dip in the roof panel continues into the rear glass on the Coupe.
Originally Posted by Tiger Shark
to the comment about the C5-Rs being based on the Coupe body rather than the Hardtop/Z06 due to the aerodynamic advantage it gives the cars in GTS racing. Also, IMHO, the Coupe has a much more exotic look to it than the Hardtop/Z06. One little detail that most seem to overlook that I think is kinda cool... the subtle dip in the roof panel continues into the rear glass on the Coupe.
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St. Jude Donor '06-'10, '13
Coupe I would never get an FRC unless it was a 02 or newer Z06....that's the only way I would sacrifice not having a removable top.. upgraded suspension and 55 more HP stock from the factory.
I would never get an FRC unless it was a 02 or newer Z06....that's the only way I would sacrifice not having a removable top.. upgraded suspension and 55 more HP stock from the factory.
