Opinion on the C5 vettes

[serialkiller]

Originally posted by: jfall

Originally posted by: serialkiller

Originally posted by: jfall
Are you sure you want to make such a big purchase right out of school?

Pretty sure, but this is after all my education loans have been paid off. I was fortunate enough to land a job after college with a good pay. At this rate my education loan will be paid off within the year.... and then I will start looking for a black on black (no not porn) z06 vette. All this would change depending on if I get laid off etc etc etc... But if that happens then I will just postpone the purchase of the vette. Plan was to drop 20-30k as down and rest on monthly.... I have enough investments to back me up IF for some reason I can't pay off the debt.... but this is only an extreme case. Thanks for worrying about me though, and thanks for all the help guys!

George

Do you have your own house? I would be putting money towards a house if not. Also, have you checked on the fuel efficiency of the C5's? With today's gas prices I don't think it would be very pleasent. Also, what about insurance costs?

Yea I looked into that too since it would be a better investment then an apartment... .. but as young as I am I really doubt I would settle with what I got now... in 1.5 years I will be applying for an mba school so things may change after that or even during.... gas and insurance wont really be a problem because (i forgot to mention) this vehicle will ultimately be a weekend car... since I plan to keep my lovely 91 honda crx which took care of me during college.

 

[MustangSVT]

Originally posted by: serialkiller
Well, I've decided to purchase a C5 vette (probably 2002-2004 z06 model) as a graduation gift to my self.... but after all my student loans are paid off. Ive always owned an import so Im not too sure how these american muscle cars compare, especially something like the vette. My father has owned one for a year or two... but sold it right after that..... not sure if he sold it because he realized the only reason why he bought it was of mid life crisis or whatever... I drove it once and I really enjoyed the power behind the ride and loved the hud... Basically I just wanted to get some opinions on this ride... like reliability (which I'm pretty sure is not great), value, etc etc etc... anything that pops into mind... like suspension problems.... blah blah blah...

Thanks in advance!

Jorge

you've already decided to buy it. what's the point of researching about it? :disgust:

 

[Vette73]

Originally posted by: jfall

Originally posted by: serialkiller

Originally posted by: jfall
Are you sure you want to make such a big purchase right out of school?

Pretty sure, but this is after all my education loans have been paid off. I was fortunate enough to land a job after college with a good pay. At this rate my education loan will be paid off within the year.... and then I will start looking for a black on black (no not porn) z06 vette. All this would change depending on if I get laid off etc etc etc... But if that happens then I will just postpone the purchase of the vette. Plan was to drop 20-30k as down and rest on monthly.... I have enough investments to back me up IF for some reason I can't pay off the debt.... but this is only an extreme case. Thanks for worrying about me though, and thanks for all the help guys!

George

Do you have your own house? I would be putting money towards a house if not. Also, have you checked on the fuel efficiency of the C5's? With today's gas prices I don't think it would be very pleasent. Also, what about insurance costs?

Actually Vettes get good gas milage. My girls 2001 Auto got better milage then her old Toyota Rav4.

Also 20-30K is not a down payment on a 2001-2004 Z06, that is paid in full. The prices have come down a bit since the C6 came out. Check out Corvetteforum.com or ask me if you have any questions.

 

[jammur21]

Vettes with manuals get good gas mileage. Just leave it in sixth gear when freeway cruising. I've heard as high as 25-30 mpg on the base model

 

[serialkiller]

Originally posted by: MustangSVT

Originally posted by: serialkiller
Well, I've decided to purchase a C5 vette (probably 2002-2004 z06 model) as a graduation gift to my self.... but after all my student loans are paid off. Ive always owned an import so Im not too sure how these american muscle cars compare, especially something like the vette. My father has owned one for a year or two... but sold it right after that..... not sure if he sold it because he realized the only reason why he bought it was of mid life crisis or whatever... I drove it once and I really enjoyed the power behind the ride and loved the hud... Basically I just wanted to get some opinions on this ride... like reliability (which I'm pretty sure is not great), value, etc etc etc... anything that pops into mind... like suspension problems.... blah blah blah...

Thanks in advance!

Jorge

you've already decided to buy it. what's the point of researching about it? :disgust:

Decision is made yes, but it can be swayed due to enough negative reasons not to purchase a C5 vette.

wow good gas mileage, thats awesome! Thanks guys.

 

[MasterAndCommander]

The 'vette makes 'em wet 😀

Go for it dude! :thumbsup:
If I could afford it, a Z06 would be in my driveway.

 

[spidey07]

Originally posted by: serialkiller

Originally posted by: MustangSVT

Originally posted by: serialkiller
Well, I've decided to purchase a C5 vette (probably 2002-2004 z06 model) as a graduation gift to my self.... but after all my student loans are paid off. Ive always owned an import so Im not too sure how these american muscle cars compare, especially something like the vette. My father has owned one for a year or two... but sold it right after that..... not sure if he sold it because he realized the only reason why he bought it was of mid life crisis or whatever... I drove it once and I really enjoyed the power behind the ride and loved the hud... Basically I just wanted to get some opinions on this ride... like reliability (which I'm pretty sure is not great), value, etc etc etc... anything that pops into mind... like suspension problems.... blah blah blah...

Thanks in advance!

Jorge

you've already decided to buy it. what's the point of researching about it? :disgust:

Decision is made yes, but it can be swayed due to enough negative reasons not to purchase a C5 vette.

wow good gas mileage, thats awesome! Thanks guys.

Just go out and get one. If you like to drive you'll thank me later.

Just be careful. They are serious machines and must be respected. You can't toss them around like an underpowered FWD vehicle.

 

[Scouzer]

you guys are morons. vettes are not mulletmobiles, especially new ones

old F-bodies, sure.

idiot fanboys

 

[James3shin]

C5's are quick right off the lot...nice choice I'd say.

 

[Howard]

Originally posted by: DaTT

Originally posted by: JLGatsby
"That Corvette really compliments your mullett."

Buy a foreign sports car.

Foreign.....hehehehehe. Torqueless wonders. (obviously there are a few exeptions)

Yes, almost all European engines and some Japanese ones too.

 

[I Saw OJ]

A C5 Z06 would be an awesome choice for a fun car. Loads of power, great handling, superior braking, its about as close to a super car you can get for 30k. Dont listen to these idiots who say its a mulletmoblie, they would rather have you get a Civic SI or something like that, cause of the VTEC powaahh!


Anyway, the LS6 that the Z06 has in it is probably one of the best motors GM has ever built, pretty much built proof, along with the T56 tranny, your golden.

Go for it, you will not regret it.


Seth

 

[BMdoobieW]

I'd get one. Go for it!

 

[serialkiller]

IM GOING FOR IT!!!... now only if I can get these student loans paid off faster then a year....

 

[Apex]

Awesome choice, that should be a fun vehicle.

 

[DougK62]

Why do you assume the reliability is not great? The drivetrain on them is bulletproof -- more reliable than most imports, I'd wager.

You really need to ignore all other GM vehicles when talking about the C5/C6.