General C5 option question
Jan 12, 2005 | 02:45 PM
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General C5 option question
Bought my 1st C5. It's coming on car carrier as we speak. Thing is, how can I rightfully tell how it's optioned? It does have Z51 package, magnesium wheels, etc.
Is it coded somewhere?
thanks
Denis
Jan 12, 2005 | 02:47 PM
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I think you can find all the codes in the glovebox. there are lots of sites that will have the RPO codes so you can compare.
Jan 12, 2005 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by SilverRoadster00
I think you can find all the codes in the glovebox. there are lots of sites that will have the RPO codes so you can compare.
depends... early C5 coupes had the sticker on the bottom of the drivers side storage lid in the back.
Jan 12, 2005 | 02:57 PM
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Try to PM Sponge Vette. I gave him my VIN and he looked up all of the option codes and service that my 98 had. He was a hyge help.
Jan 12, 2005 | 03:00 PM
Jan 12, 2005 | 03:32 PM
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depends... early C5 coupes had the sticker on the bottom of the drivers side storage lid in the back.
That's where the codes are on my 98 Coupe.
Jan 12, 2005 | 03:59 PM
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Try to PM Sponge Vette. I gave him my VIN and he looked up all of the option codes and service that my 98 had. He was a huge help.
Did the same thing...Sponge is the Best!
Jan 12, 2005 | 05:32 PM
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Congrats on getting a C5. The listing of options on the car are either in the rear storage area (driver's side) or the glove box.
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Jan 12, 2005 | 06:17 PM
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Welcome to the best forum on the 'Net!
Your RPO (Regular Production Option) codes will be on the underside of the driver's side compartment in the rear.
After you've located that sticker - look up this web site to see what all the letters and number mean.....
http://home.fuse.net/corvette/rpo.htm
You might as
mcarota suggested try sending a PM to
SpongeVette and ask for a service history, born on date, and the same list. You'll get all sorts of origination information, such as the ordering dealer name, etc. All SpongeVette will need from you is the VIN.
You might also want to go to the Corvette Museum web site and order the orginal buildsheet, window sticker and dealer literature for about $90. It goes to support a good cause and it's just kind of neat to have this documentation.
https://www.corvettemuseum.com/libra...ts/index.shtml
Have fun with your new baby
and post some pics - we love pics around here, as none of us knows what a Corvette looks like!
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Jan 12, 2005 | 07:34 PM
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Either Post the last 8 digit or your vehicle number, or PM me the vehicle number and I'll look up your service history along with all the options on the car
Jan 12, 2005 | 07:38 PM
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congrats on the vette
Jan 12, 2005 | 08:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sirsenna
Bought my 1st C5. It's coming on car carrier as we speak. Thing is, how can I rightfully tell how it's optioned? It does have Z51 package, magnesium wheels, etc.
Is it coded somewhere?
thanks
Denis
BTW, Congrats on your very first C5!
Jan 12, 2005 | 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by blacksedan87
Welcome to the best forum on the 'Net!
Your RPO (Regular Production Option) codes will be on the underside of the driver's side compartment in the rear.
After you've located that sticker - look up this web site to see what all the letters and number mean.....
http://home.fuse.net/corvette/rpo.htm
You might as
mcarota suggested try sending a PM to
SpongeVette and ask for a service history, born on date, and the same list. You'll get all sorts of origination information, such as the ordering dealer name, etc. All SpongeVette will need from you is the VIN.
You might also want to go to the Corvette Museum web site and order the orginal buildsheet, window sticker and dealer literature for about $90. It goes to support a good cause and it's just kind of neat to have this documentation.
https://www.corvettemuseum.com/libra...ts/index.shtml
Have fun with your new baby
and post some pics - we love pics around here, as none of us knows what a Corvette looks like!
Really great reply blacksedan
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Jan 12, 2005 | 09:17 PM
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Thanks a bunch guys...
I love this place...
I'll buzz Sponge Vette to see what he thinks since my car isn't here yet...
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Jan 12, 2005 | 09:31 PM
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I buzzed sponge vette... with my VIN... hopefully he can help out.
I can't wait...
Denis
Jan 12, 2005 | 10:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sirsenna
I buzzed sponge vette... with my VIN... hopefully he can help out.
I can't wait...
Denis
Check your PM!
All your info is there waiting for you
Jan 12, 2005 | 10:22 PM
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Congrats and Welcome to Forum
Jan 12, 2005 | 10:23 PM
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Congrats and welcome
Jan 13, 2005 | 01:50 AM
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Congrats on the C5!
Jan 13, 2005 | 02:21 AM
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aren't these the type of things people look into before buying a car?
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congrats on the new car.