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Old Apr 27, 2026 | 08:08 PM
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Hey guys,

Just wanted to post about my new (to me) C5. Years ago I had a C7 Z51 that I loved. Eventually sold it and live with that regret everyday. Decided to jump back in on this 2004 with a few nice packages on it. The person who sold it was the original owner. He kept it in the garage for 22 years and only drove it 15k miles. Working through basic maintenance like fluids and soft parts now. I absolutely love the pop up headlights. I'm not sure how long I'll be able to resist adding some power to the legendary LS!


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Old Apr 27, 2026 | 09:07 PM
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Awesome that you're back to the Corvette world and welcome to the C5 fold
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Old Apr 28, 2026 | 12:35 AM
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That’s a beauty!

Mine is also an ‘04. Bought mine 5 years ago with 27k miles. I still had issues pop up right away like the slave cylinder and then the driver side fuel tank. This model year actually had a recall for the leaky gas tank, so it would be worth checking if yours was already replaced. Also, this year is where they changed head bolts over from all one size to two sizes, which will depend on your car’s particular build date.

Aside from that it has been a great car. Have fun 👍

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Old Apr 28, 2026 | 12:38 AM
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Nice C5 you found - best of luck with the car.
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Old Apr 28, 2026 | 03:10 AM
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It definitely looks clean as heck!

Auto or stick?
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Old Apr 28, 2026 | 07:38 AM
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Welcome back to the Corvette world!
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Old Apr 28, 2026 | 08:18 AM
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Welcome back into Corvette once again, get that thrill again!
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Originally Posted by Tusc
It definitely looks clean as heck!

Auto or stick?
It is stick! I have an unfortunate issue we're I am unable to drive autos. My wife is not very happy about it
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Nothing is keeping her from learning. Though her lack of initiative or drive on the topic is probably very welcome!

My wife. I love her to bits. But she'd kill someone if she drove stick even if it were just a civic. She would find a way to flip, spin, slide, or somehow get the car to do a flying spin kick.
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