Choosing between 2 local C6’s
Pro
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 630
Likes: 355
From: "Sweet Home" Alabama
1. 2006 Z06 H/C/I 90,000 miles; $28000
2. 2008 Base model completely stock; 22,000 original Miles, $22000.
I currently have a C5. Looking to move up to a C6 and the above 2 opportunities have popped up locally. Are these good prices, Opinions on the 2?
The Z06 has everything I already want done to the car, but I’m slightly worried about the high miles.
Any opinions from higher mileage Z06 owners?
2. 2008 Base model completely stock; 22,000 original Miles, $22000.
I currently have a C5. Looking to move up to a C6 and the above 2 opportunities have popped up locally. Are these good prices, Opinions on the 2?
The Z06 has everything I already want done to the car, but I’m slightly worried about the high miles.
Any opinions from higher mileage Z06 owners?
Do both cars tick all the "required" boxes or are you compromising on a few items in each option?
Unfortunately many people are cutting back and scaling down, I personally know three people within the local club that has to put their car up for sale,
There is still a vey good supply of used C6's available, perhaps expanding your search will provide more favorable opportunities where you don't have to compromise.
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: May 2020
Posts: 180
Likes: 76
From: Melbourne, FL
Perhaps neither.... why settle for a "local" supply?
Do both cars tick all the "required" boxes or are you compromising on a few items in each option?
Unfortunately many people are cutting back and scaling down, I personally know three people within the local club that has to put their car up for sale,
There is still a vey good supply of used C6's available, perhaps expanding your search will provide more favorable opportunities where you don't have to compromise.
Do both cars tick all the "required" boxes or are you compromising on a few items in each option?
Unfortunately many people are cutting back and scaling down, I personally know three people within the local club that has to put their car up for sale,
There is still a vey good supply of used C6's available, perhaps expanding your search will provide more favorable opportunities where you don't have to compromise.
Also on a side note, I’m not asking anyone to choose for me. I’m asking for constructive feedback/ possible regrets from the people who own or have owned both versions of these cars.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2017
Posts: 5,767
Likes: 2,968
From: Rural NW Georgia. GO DAWGS!
2024 C8 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
The C7 got more compliments than my C6, and if I had your ZR1 I probably would get a lot more compliments too - beautiful car by the way. But what I do have is money in the bank and a car that looks stock until I start it up. Yes - I know it will depreciate faster than yours, but I don't care. I'm at the age where I'm content to leave my wife, daughter, and granddaughter with "things" vs money. My next automotive toy will be a C8.
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 5,187
Likes: 1,216
From: Las Vegas Nevada
[QUOTE=JSB ZR1 Vince;1602891627]
I used to own one with an A6, so I know what I'm talking about. Jealous much?
Jealous of someone who puts down other vehicles? LMAO. Implying I am jealous of you further elevates your ego, and proves my point. Your need to convey to us commoners that our base C6's are "lethargic grocery-getters" is NOTHING but ego, and it is pathetic that you cannot see it.
I used to own one with an A6, so I know what I'm talking about. Jealous much?
Jealous of someone who puts down other vehicles? LMAO. Implying I am jealous of you further elevates your ego, and proves my point. Your need to convey to us commoners that our base C6's are "lethargic grocery-getters" is NOTHING but ego, and it is pathetic that you cannot see it.
Last edited by buckmeister2; Jan 24, 2021 at 03:52 PM.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Every 2027 Corvette Engine Explained
Joe Kucinski
Designer Imagines A Corvette That Looks More Like a Corvette Than the Corvette
Verdad Gallardo
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2018
Posts: 2,385
Likes: 939
From: PNW
Safety Car
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 3,937
Likes: 336
Op I would grab that base due to the lower miles. I suppose hp is nice for bragging rights if a person is in to that kind of thing but 430 is probably more than you will encounter driving around most of the time and you can't really use it all anyway unless you have an affinity for tickets and court dates. Good luck.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2017
Posts: 5,767
Likes: 2,968
From: Rural NW Georgia. GO DAWGS!
2024 C8 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Op I would grab that base due to the lower miles. I suppose hp is nice for bragging rights if a person is in to that kind of thing but 430 is probably more than you will encounter driving around most of the time and you can't really use it all anyway unless you have an affinity for tickets and court dates. Good luck.
Race Director
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 12,056
Likes: 3,589
From: Central MO
As I said, more hp wanted for bragging rights. Your 300 hp Acadia can do everything needed for driving down the public roadways as good as or better than your ZR1.
Safety Car
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 4,355
Likes: 2,633
From: Draper Utah
Advanced
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 93
Likes: 36
OP I highly suggest thoroughly inspecting them both in person, inside and out, and also driving them if possible. Ask questions about the history of the car. Then go with your gut. If they’ve both been maintained well then you shouldn’t have a problem either way, mechanically, or with resale later on. If you maintain it well, if you’re patient, there will always be the right buyer for you when you’re ready.. especially for a c6z.
I was in the market for a 08+ 40-60k mile Z06 recently when I came across a local 09 h/c z06 for sale with 73k miles. Decided to go take a look and it was actually one of the cleanest 09’s inside and out I’d seen in a LONG time. VERY well maintained, recent valve spring change, and clean bill of health. Looks like it has about 20k miles on it. Needless to say, I pulled the trigger and have no regrets thus far.
I’ve had a base ls3 c6, z51 c7, and c7 GS for a brief period... and let me say this car is a different animal!!! Don’t discount it just bc of the miles, take into account all of the variables and try to enjoy what you decide on. GL
I was in the market for a 08+ 40-60k mile Z06 recently when I came across a local 09 h/c z06 for sale with 73k miles. Decided to go take a look and it was actually one of the cleanest 09’s inside and out I’d seen in a LONG time. VERY well maintained, recent valve spring change, and clean bill of health. Looks like it has about 20k miles on it. Needless to say, I pulled the trigger and have no regrets thus far.
I’ve had a base ls3 c6, z51 c7, and c7 GS for a brief period... and let me say this car is a different animal!!! Don’t discount it just bc of the miles, take into account all of the variables and try to enjoy what you decide on. GL
Advanced
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 93
Likes: 36
Exactly. H/c = aftermarket heads and cam. Just like FBO = full bolt-on.
Buckmeister it’s pretty common when “addressing” the heads/valve issue on the ls7 to add an aftermarket cam at the same time while the heads are off for additional power. Mine had a stage 2 BTR cam installed while the heads were being addressed, perfect mix of a nice chop but still drives stock
Buckmeister it’s pretty common when “addressing” the heads/valve issue on the ls7 to add an aftermarket cam at the same time while the heads are off for additional power. Mine had a stage 2 BTR cam installed while the heads were being addressed, perfect mix of a nice chop but still drives stock
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2020
Posts: 153
Likes: 76
From: Midland MI
1. 2006 Z06 H/C/I 90,000 miles; $28000
2. 2008 Base model completely stock; 22,000 original Miles, $22000.
I currently have a C5. Looking to move up to a C6 and the above 2 opportunities have popped up locally. Are these good prices, Opinions on the 2?
The Z06 has everything I already want done to the car, but I’m slightly worried about the high miles.
Any opinions from higher mileage Z06 owners?
2. 2008 Base model completely stock; 22,000 original Miles, $22000.
I currently have a C5. Looking to move up to a C6 and the above 2 opportunities have popped up locally. Are these good prices, Opinions on the 2?
The Z06 has everything I already want done to the car, but I’m slightly worried about the high miles.
Any opinions from higher mileage Z06 owners?
CF Community Team
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 14,181
Likes: 7,456
From: Pittsburgh
2025 C6 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2024 C6 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2023 C6 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2022 C6 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2021 C6 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
I would buy the base car, 22k is a good price & the car has low miles too. I see that the car has Morimoto headlights & recovered seats also...the LS3 is a bullet proof engine & does well with mods