Actual Costs of Z06 Conversion for a base C6
03-30-2008, 02:11 PM
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03-30-2008, 02:11 PM
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The whole body & brake conversion is pricey. You might want to consider doing a rear-only conversion. Thats what I did, and my _net_ cost for fenders, wheels, and tires was about $2400, including paint, and I did the install myself as many forum members have done.
My cost for the rear body panels (painted), the Z06 wheels and the Z06 rear tires was right at about $3100, but was able to resell the stock wheels and rear tires for about $700, thus giving me my net cost of $2400. The key is to do some careful shopping. Used wheels, used tires, all off the forum's Parts for Sale section, and all in excellent condition, but at a fraction of what you would spend for new parts. I did the install myself. Extremely worth it, in my opinion.
Someday, if I run across a steal on some used Z06 front fenders, I'll add them too. But cost/benefit ratio isnt worth it for me to spend $4000+ for brand new OEM front fenders now. I like my car as-is.
Just another option for you to consider.
Cheers,
Kent
My cost for the rear body panels (painted), the Z06 wheels and the Z06 rear tires was right at about $3100, but was able to resell the stock wheels and rear tires for about $700, thus giving me my net cost of $2400. The key is to do some careful shopping. Used wheels, used tires, all off the forum's Parts for Sale section, and all in excellent condition, but at a fraction of what you would spend for new parts. I did the install myself. Extremely worth it, in my opinion.
Someday, if I run across a steal on some used Z06 front fenders, I'll add them too. But cost/benefit ratio isnt worth it for me to spend $4000+ for brand new OEM front fenders now. I like my car as-is.
Just another option for you to consider.
Cheers,
Kent
That is my current plan.
03-30-2008, 04:16 PM
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Mine ran just at 10k for front, rear, wheels and brakes.
This shot was taken before I installed the brakes. I just installed the Z06 mufflers and pipedreams mildtowild which ran me another $795 installed for mufflers, kit and welding. I probably have about $21k when I add in mods with the engine work and DTE rearend.
This shot was taken before I installed the brakes. I just installed the Z06 mufflers and pipedreams mildtowild which ran me another $795 installed for mufflers, kit and welding. I probably have about $21k when I add in mods with the engine work and DTE rearend.
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03-30-2008, 04:31 PM
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the only reason would be so you could either have an automatic or removable top.
Besides, I think their is a canadian company that chops the Z06, strips it reinforces the frame, and rebuilds with a removable coupe top for about 10k. And it IS a Z06.
I saw one with my own eyes at a car show in Downers Grove, IL otherwise I would not have believed it. It was not a conversion...it was a Z06 and they promoted it as such.
Besides, I think their is a canadian company that chops the Z06, strips it reinforces the frame, and rebuilds with a removable coupe top for about 10k. And it IS a Z06.
I saw one with my own eyes at a car show in Downers Grove, IL otherwise I would not have believed it. It was not a conversion...it was a Z06 and they promoted it as such.
03-30-2008, 05:19 PM
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03-30-2008, 11:20 PM
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I am probably in the minority to say that I love the sleek look of the C6. Don't get me wrong, the Z06 looks awesome, but I would not do a Z06 look on a regular C6 for many reasons.
03-31-2008, 05:29 AM
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I am all for upgrading a car, cosmetic and performance wise, even to look like a Z06. However, if you add a Z06 badge or emblem, you are a poser. If you do not disclose it to a future buyer then it is obviously fraud.
03-31-2008, 05:46 AM
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Yes as others have said and it's aluminum because the Z has a fixed roof which increases structural integrity and makes up for the aluminum's inherent lack of strength compared to the standard C6's steel frame.
03-31-2008, 09:25 AM
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