Hello,

What are the differences between the 2000 and 2001 coupes? I know about the 5 more horsepower

Assuming they were both 6 speeds, is it worth paying a little extra for 2001?

Thanks in advance for any info

Mike

 

Hmmmm,
Exhaust manifolds
MAF is larger
Active Handling is standard
Intake Manifold became the larger one on ALL Corvettes (commonly referred to as the Z06 manifold...it is the same on the Coupe, Vert, and Z06 in 2001)
I believe the throttle body is larger (may be wrong)

 

From a mechanical point of view, there are some slight differences.

For example, the 2000 doesn't come with the LS6 intake manifold, while the 2001 does. And, if my information is correct, the 2000 comes with a 75mm MAF, while the 2001 comes with an 85mm.

But mechanical differences aside, I would recommend looking at mileage and installed options. My 2000 is bare bones on the options side, so it's value would be somewhat less than a similar 2000 fully loaded.

I would assume the options and mileage differences would also make a difference in the value of the car over what year it was manufactured, since we are only talking about the 2000 to 2001 range.

In my opinion, when comparing a 2000 to a 2001, it would be a matter of what I was personally looking for in a car. And my decision wouldn't be based upon which one was newer, but which one suited my tastes better.

 

Wow,

That was fast.

Thanks for the response guys.

Both cars are almost identical, both silver, both 6 speeds, bose, etc

The 2001 does have HUD and the z51 suspension
The 2000 does have some aftermarket like borla and blackwing

The 2001 has 20k (17k miles) less miles but is also about 5k more.

BTW, what is the going price for a loaded silver c5, silver mn6, z51, hud, loaded with glass top and 17k miles?

I would be keeping the car for the long run and would want the exhaust and blackwing on the car I purchase whether I did it myself or found one.

Mike

 

2000s will fetch 22-27k
2001s will fetch 23-29k


This is from corvette fever from the last 4 months.


Good luck

 

The change from 2000 to 2001 was the biggest change in the whole production run of C5s


2000
• Millennium Yellow available
• ? "Thin Spoke" versus "wagon wheel" design wheels become standard.
• Pup cats added to CA models for LEV emissions requirements (5hp loss relative to 97-99)
• Steel swaybar endlinks instead of plastic on Z51 equipped cars
• Z51 swaybar diameters grow (25.4/21.7 to 28.6/21.7 to 28.6/23.6 (note: new rear same as Z06)
• No keyhole on passenger side doorhandle
• Passenger airbag 'off' switch added to console (light by TC/AH button)

2001
• return to 28# injectors for all models.
• Second Generation Active Handling
• Nassau Blue discontinued
• Alternator 'clutch' pulley added on A4 cars
• New soundproofing + foam in all cars
• Smaller keyfob
• electrochromic dimming rearview and driver's mirrors
• lighter AGM battery
• Thickness + Material in vert change
• Chrome exhaust tips for coupe + vert
• 85MM MAF with integral temp sensor (versus 74mm with separate plug for IAT)
• LS1 cam profile changed to: .500/0.500, 198/208 on 115.5LSA (From: 0.472/0.479, 202/210 on 117)
• All Corvettes now have the LS6 intake manifold
• All Corvettes now have the LS6 engine block (windage passages in block), which includes a beefier oil pump.
• LS1 changes result in new output of 350 HP @ 5200 RPM and 375 Ft Lbs of torque @ 4400 RPM (MN6)
• Hardtop/FRC discontinued
• Pup cats added to all models
• Stronger synchros in all transmissions
• Exhaust manifolds revised (5hp regained) - thin wall cast replacing SS manifolds
• metal valvestem caps (late year)
• Torque Tube changed from metal-matrix composite to aluminum alloy 6061, increased in dia from 55 to 63 mm.
• Driveshaft couplings have also been upgraded on manual-equipped models for additional strength and durability

 

The 2001 6speed also got upgraded shift forks in the tranny. They had aluminum shift forks pre 2001 wich can bend and cause shifting problems. The 2001+ 6speeds got steel shift forks....

 

also; 2001 starts the deletion of the column lock mechanisms for A4's

 

ah but dont forget on early made 01s there is a chance for oil consumption though the addition of HUD is nice (though you can add that yourself to the 00 I believe).

I think the 01 with 17K less miles even for $5K more would be my pick over the 00 assuming that the $5K does not bankrupt you and that the car is still within the reasonable price range.


You want to make sure there is money left for MODS....

 

Thanks alot guys,

Looks like the 2001 had alot of improvements.

What is the deal with the oil issue on the motors? What year was that?

The 2000 has mods, the 2001 doesnt, and I will need to save a little for the mods, the first things being the exhaust and blackwing or whatever.

Do you still need to do the CAGS on the 2001?

Thanks and keep the feedback coming,

Mike

 

Hmm, I don't have a passanger airbag switch on my 2000 Vert.

 

I'm not sure about this but my 00 did not have the electric telescoping steering wheel while my 01 has one. Maybe an option?

Anyway it is nice to have.

 

Came later in production of 2000 cars. Mine has it but my car was one of the last one made.

 

My 2000 has the electronic tele wheel.

 

Thanks for the response guys,

I purchased the 2001 today, fully loaded silver mn6 with black interior.

It only has 17k miles and looks new.

Got a great deal and I am pumped

Mike

 

post some pics

 

planning on taking some pics this weekend

 

let the moding begin...

 

I know it's a bit late.. But here is a little known fact.. The 2000 LS1 has a higher-lift and different duration cam than all the other LS1's. (1997-1999 - 2001-2004)

 

wouldnt you know it, the day I wanted to wash and detail my car, its raining

Its suppose to stop around noon.

Mike