Corvette C-5

[masraum]

Originally Posted by aschen

1999 when you could buy a 3.2L 911 for like $3.50.

Big double SIGH

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by aschen

C6 is probably a better car and easier to find the right one.
Counterpoint: pop up headlights rule


I am sure there is an order of magnitude difference in numbers produced, but C5 corvette kinda feels like 1999 when you could buy a 3.2L 911 for like $3.50. I don't think they will every be really expensive but I think we are pretty near peak depreciation.

That’s how I feel as well. C5 Z06 is a legitimately special car and they are still damn cheap.

[Brian 162]

Originally Posted by masraum

I prefer the aesthetics of the C5 over the C4 or C6 or C7. I like the coupe better than the fast/hatchback, although I'm sure the later is more practical.

I've never been in one, but I have to imagine that compared to a Porsche, the interior and non-mechanical build quality would be lacking.

You’re correct about the interior. My old SC had a nicer interior. I describe mine as a Cavalier with a big engine.
I’m in the minority but I’ve always liked the C4’s. A friend of mine bought a new one in 87, it was a great car.
I’ve always wanted a C4/ZR1. They were cheap 10 years ago.

[RANDY P]

Interior simply is poorly fitting garbage. You can tart 'em up with aftermarket leather, nice steering wheels/shifters etc. etc. but at the end of the day they still look cheap. Just new but cheap.

Chances are, whatever you buy will have to be de-boomered anyhow- remove the PO's "accessories" (Corvette logos on EVERYTHING). I had to on my C6- logos EVERYWHERE. It was dreadful.

Only thing tackier than a Vette fan is a Harley fan..

[Alan A]

Remember to save a few $.

You’ll need to invest in gold chains, jorts and white knee socks to truly get the Corvette experience at cars and coffee.

[Sigman]

I remember many years ago, a buddy was dating this girl who just got a new white c5 conv. He told me he got the car up to 163 on a straight near his house, which is likely a record for that stretch of road!