c3 to a c6?
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c3 to a c6?
We have had the 82 c3 for two years and love it.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Melting Slicks
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From: Clarence N.Y.
I had a 79 L82,picked up a 08 roadster. The 08 is sooooo much
nicer,better ride,alot more room. The difference in power,braking,
and handling is unreal. Don't get me wrong,I love c3's but the
difference is amazing.
nicer,better ride,alot more room. The difference in power,braking,
and handling is unreal. Don't get me wrong,I love c3's but the
difference is amazing.
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2011
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We have had the 82 c3 for two years and love it.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Race Director
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Edgewood Washington
St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15
I went from a C2 427/425 to a '06 and have absolutely no regrets other than the typical depreciation of the newer car.
As Jimmy mentioned, the differences are quite staggering, not the least of which is the car's ability to better handle all the power/torque. Greater comfort and interior space as well.
Get the newest C6 you can afford. Many improvements over the years with '08 being a year of significant upgrades/changes.
Don't limit your search to only local vehicles. The big Forum Vendors have lots of great cars and even if it's a long drive home, it's a good way to get familiar with your new car.
Good Luck
As Jimmy mentioned, the differences are quite staggering, not the least of which is the car's ability to better handle all the power/torque. Greater comfort and interior space as well.
Get the newest C6 you can afford. Many improvements over the years with '08 being a year of significant upgrades/changes.
Don't limit your search to only local vehicles. The big Forum Vendors have lots of great cars and even if it's a long drive home, it's a good way to get familiar with your new car.
Good Luck
Drifting
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Hollister CA
My C-6 is the greatest car ever made and has had zero problems after 10 million miles 
JK. I guess the counterpoint is that yes, as with any car model, there are quirks and trouble areas. However, don't dismiss those of us, (I would argue the majority) who have had no issues with our C6's.
JK. I guess the counterpoint is that yes, as with any car model, there are quirks and trouble areas. However, don't dismiss those of us, (I would argue the majority) who have had no issues with our C6's.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 6,252
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From: Texas
We have had the 82 c3 for two years and love it.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Now been looking at several c6 cars. Anything we should watch for?
Has anyone had deep regretts about updating?
Looking more for an almost daily driver, cept in winter. ( 3 foot deep snow can be problem). Will they hold up to some corosive road stuff? Minn mich wis folks know what I mean.
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 4,959
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My C-6 is the greatest car ever made and has had zero problems after 10 million miles
JK. I guess the counterpoint is that yes, as with any car model, there are quirks and trouble areas. However, don't dismiss those of us, (I would argue the majority) who have had no issues with our C6's.
JK. I guess the counterpoint is that yes, as with any car model, there are quirks and trouble areas. However, don't dismiss those of us, (I would argue the majority) who have had no issues with our C6's.
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From: Midcoast Maine USN, Retired ('69 to '92)
I had a '74 L-82 that I drove extensively and worked on nearly every day I owned it. I loved that car. I sold it this spring.
I wanted a long distance touring car that I could trust to get me home - and I wanted as much horsepower as I could get.
I bought a loaded C6 in April - it has just about everything. It is an amazing car. It will break every speed limit in the US with the first two gears - and there's 6 gears. It's power is astonishing. It's handling makes the C3 feel like a tank. It's comfortable, luxurious, and an absolute joy to drive.
If you buy a C6, you won't be sorry.
I wanted a long distance touring car that I could trust to get me home - and I wanted as much horsepower as I could get.
I bought a loaded C6 in April - it has just about everything. It is an amazing car. It will break every speed limit in the US with the first two gears - and there's 6 gears. It's power is astonishing. It's handling makes the C3 feel like a tank. It's comfortable, luxurious, and an absolute joy to drive.
If you buy a C6, you won't be sorry.
Safety Car
Joined: Oct 2000
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From: Allen TX
Had a restomod '69 big-block convertible for several years... already had my C5 in the stable at the time.
As others have said, the cars (and the enjoyment factor you get out of them) are extremely different. My '69 was not a daily driver in the least... I didn't buy it to be one, but I do regret selling that car (didn't sell it to get my current C6...just sold it outright) b/c it was a "fun" car, and it didn't draw any negative attention at all.
I'd say given your goals for the car (a "near daily driver"), you will appreciate the C6 way more than your '82.
As others have said, the cars (and the enjoyment factor you get out of them) are extremely different. My '69 was not a daily driver in the least... I didn't buy it to be one, but I do regret selling that car (didn't sell it to get my current C6...just sold it outright) b/c it was a "fun" car, and it didn't draw any negative attention at all.
I'd say given your goals for the car (a "near daily driver"), you will appreciate the C6 way more than your '82.