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Melting Slicks
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What the heck is wrong with a C5? I daily my C7 and absolutely appreciate the awesome styling of a good C5 (once lowered of course).
That C5.7 thing just ain't for me haha!
That C5.7 thing just ain't for me haha!
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I've never been a fan of Frankenvettes that mix generations. The C5 was a great Corvette and moved the brand forward into the world market where the C7 now (deservingly) enjoys world-class recognition.
Once you add the cost for the kit and then add in the added depreciation cost of killing off the VIN#, these kind of "upgrades" make no sense to me.
For that combined cost, just buy a base C7 Stingray.
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C5 was a great generation. Owned two. On my list of favorite Corvettes owned, my '02 light pewter metallic vert ranks above my 2006 C6 vert. The '02 was a wonderful car.
Buddy has a 2004 Z06/Z16. My favorite C5.
Why waste the money? If you have a C5, be proud!!
Buddy has a 2004 Z06/Z16. My favorite C5.
Why waste the money? If you have a C5, be proud!!
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The C5 has great styling just the way it came from the factory and while there are some good aftermarket body panels that make it even better, putting a C7 rear end on it just doesn't do it for me.
