Took me 10 months! Welcome aboard! 
Newbie Looking for a C5
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Thanks, will do.
My phone is 540-809-4051. Don't know when I can come down. Will await the weather finally drying up - I assume you're as soaked and flooded as we are up here in Stafford.
I'll try to get a test drive at Cooper Corvettes also - that place is nearby.
Cheers,
Mike
My phone is 540-809-4051. Don't know when I can come down. Will await the weather finally drying up - I assume you're as soaked and flooded as we are up here in Stafford.
I'll try to get a test drive at Cooper Corvettes also - that place is nearby.
Cheers,
Mike
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BTW, are you free during the week or just weekends? I can ride the Beemer down to see your car. At your convenience.
Thanks so much for staying touch. Much appreciated.
Mike
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Got it! 2002 Z06 Black Beauty now in the garage
Thanks to all of you who replied and offered encouragement for my C5 search. Bought a low-mileage black Z06 from Prestige Motorcars in York, PA. Drove it home last Saturday, but have been too busy with DMV and state inspections and family and weather to drive it much. Hope to put some miles on it next week.
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
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Got it! 2002 Z06 Black Beauty now in the garage
Thanks to all of you who replied and offered encouragement for my C5 search. Bought a 2002 low-mileage black Z06 from Prestige Motorcars in York, PA. Drove it home last Saturday, but have been too busy with DMV and state inspections and family and weather to drive it much. Hope to put some miles on it next week.
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
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Thanks to all of you who replied and offered encouragement for my C5 search. Bought a 2002 low-mileage black Z06 from Prestige Motorcars in York, PA. Drove it home last Saturday, but have been too busy with DMV and state inspections and family and weather to drive it much. Hope to put some miles on it next week.
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
Now, gotta sell the bike. In the meantime, Go Royals!!!
Cheers,
Mike
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Dave,
Hope your car is a good one. It turns out that my VIN is in a medium-risk category for broken valve springs. I have the Z06 with the LS6 engine. Don't know if your car is affected by this problem. Anyway, I spent the $$ to get the valve springs replaced for peace of mind. I just completed a 1000-mile trip to NC and TN to see family. The car is filthy from all the travel through the snow and salt. I now have put 4000 miles on it since the purchase.
I am not happy that a lot of used Vette dealers are very likely, with full knowledge, selling the C5 Z06 knowing that the broken valve spring issues exists and not (1) fixing the cars before they leave the lot and (2) not telling the buyer about it. I discovered, via this Forum, after the fact.
Anyway, I am really enjoying the car. Six-speed with tons of torque and giddy-up, and a very nice stereo with XM and Blue Tooth.
Cheers,
Mike
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Dave,
Hope your car is a good one. It turns out that my VIN is in a medium-risk category for broken valve springs. I have the Z06 with the LS6 engine. Don't know if your car is affected by this problem. Anyway, I spent the $$ to get the valve springs replaced for peace of mind. I just completed a 1000-mile trip to NC and TN to see family. The car is filthy from all the travel through the snow and salt. I now have put 4000 miles on it since the purchase.
I am not happy that a lot of used Vette dealers are very likely, with full knowledge, selling the C5 Z06 knowing that the broken valve spring issues exists and not (1) fixing the cars before they leave the lot and (2) not telling the buyer about it. I discovered, via this Forum, after the fact.
Anyway, I am really enjoying the car. Six-speed with tons of torque and giddy-up, and a very nice stereo with XM and Blue Tooth.
Cheers,
Mike
Hope your car is a good one. It turns out that my VIN is in a medium-risk category for broken valve springs. I have the Z06 with the LS6 engine. Don't know if your car is affected by this problem. Anyway, I spent the $$ to get the valve springs replaced for peace of mind. I just completed a 1000-mile trip to NC and TN to see family. The car is filthy from all the travel through the snow and salt. I now have put 4000 miles on it since the purchase.
I am not happy that a lot of used Vette dealers are very likely, with full knowledge, selling the C5 Z06 knowing that the broken valve spring issues exists and not (1) fixing the cars before they leave the lot and (2) not telling the buyer about it. I discovered, via this Forum, after the fact.
Anyway, I am really enjoying the car. Six-speed with tons of torque and giddy-up, and a very nice stereo with XM and Blue Tooth.
Cheers,
Mike
How many miles were on the car when you bought it?
Dave
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The car runs very well and fun to drive. My first Vette. It takes curves and ON and OFF-ramps like a slot car. As fun as my motorcycle.
Cheers,
Mike
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Nice! I love driving mine although I have only put 370 miles on it. I need new tires bad as it still has the factory tires and they are 12 years old 
, plenty of tread left just super hard and no grip. I've never had a sports car let alone a high performance car so this is all new to me, but I'm loving it! 
, plenty of tread left just super hard and no grip. I've never had a sports car let alone a high performance car so this is all new to me, but I'm loving it!
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Nice! I love driving mine although I have only put 370 miles on it. I need new tires bad as it still has the factory tires and they are 12 years old , plenty of tread left just super hard and no grip. I've never had a sports car let alone a high performance car so this is all new to me, but I'm loving it!
, plenty of tread left just super hard and no grip. I've never had a sports car let alone a high performance car so this is all new to me, but I'm loving it! Get out and drive it. These things were meant to be driven. I've already been to Tennessee twice. Driving to Richmond this Saturday, and to Chesapeake on Tuesday. These are trips that I would normally prefer on the motorcycle, but the Vette provides the flexibility to stay comfortable in the harsh cold and elements.
Drive safe and enjoy the car,
Mike
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Thanks. Yep, I have over 4700 miles since I bought it in October. Replaced the valve springs with the blue GM OEM springs early last month. The car runs well. Currently down here in Virginia Beach for a conference and to spend time with the grandkids.
It handles quite well in the rain. Very sure-footed.
Cheers,
Mike