What do you guys think of the 2005 Corvette C6?

BigToque · Apr 6, 2006

My cousin just bought one.

Actually, since I've never looked at any Corvette's, is the C6 different from the Z06?

The Stigenator · Apr 6, 2006

boooo!

actually congrats

heelside23 · Apr 6, 2006

I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

overst33r · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: BigToque
My cousin just bought one.

Actually, since I've never looked at any Corvette's, is the C6 different from the Z06?

engine mods, cosmetic mods, suspension mods, huge price premium....

Ktulu · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: heelside23
I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

z06 is also available for the c6, which is one hell of a beast.

acemcmac · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: heelside23
I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

the bolded is all wrong

Z06 is a premium designation for 'vettes, much like Cobra on a mustang. C6 is the generation designation.

Let me use the terms in a paragraph:
A C5 is what you would have bought at the dealer two years ago. You could have gotten the fastest package Z06, but you waited instead. Now the C6 is out, which is just as fast if not faster than the old Z06 and the new C6-Z06 is the fastest 'vette ever.

essasin · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: heelside23
I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

zo6 is the upgraded model. Its like comapring a Merc sl55 to a Merc sl55 AMG. Mustang GT to a Mustang Cobra. Its a totally different beast. I believe its 100/100 hp torque more than C6. Better suspension, subtle bodywork changes, and a more limited production number. But based on the same chasis and frame.

AdamK47 · Apr 6, 2006

The Z06 is a better performance model of the Corvette. Similar to what a Z28 is to a regular Camaro. There were C5 Z06s and now a C6 model.

AdamK47 · Apr 6, 2006

I knew I wouldn't be quick enough to reply

overst33r · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: heelside23
I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

There is a Z06 for the C5 and the C6...

heelside23 · Apr 6, 2006

Ah, okay... I stand corrected. I thought C6 was another name for Z06 for some reason. Either way, whenever I see a Z06, I take note and know the driver isn't simply going for the look alone.

essasin · Apr 6, 2006

The new zo6 has bascially revolutionized the american sports car. It can be daily driven, draged, tracked, and keep up w/the 100k and up cars and a fraction of the price. But, I still would rather have a 63 split window or 67 roadster with a 454.

Nebor · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: essasin

Originally posted by: heelside23
I'd take one! C6 is one fast machine

I think the C6 is the new generation, whereas the z06 was the C5 model. This is just a guess, but if so... the C6 probably has more power and other performance upgrades

Click to expand...

zo6 is the upgraded model. Its like comapring a Merc sl55 to a Merc sl55 AMG. Mustang GT to a Mustang Cobra. Its a totally different beast. I believe its 100/100 hp torque more than C6. Better suspension, subtle bodywork changes, and a more limited production number. But based on the same chasis and frame.

All Mercedes SL55s are AMG branded. There's no such thing as a non-AMG SL55.

Rogeee · Apr 6, 2006

Last months (I think) Car & Driver tested the new Z06, 427 CI,500 HP, 3,100 lbs, 0-60 3.3 seconds, Boooooya !

GuitarDaddy · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: crustyoldman
Last months (I think) Car & Driver tested the new Z06, 427 CI,500 HP, 3,100 lbs, 0-60 3.3 seconds, Boooooya !

:Q:Q:Q:Q

thats fast

JackBurton · Apr 6, 2006

The C6 Z06 is a freakin' MONSTER! A guy at my work has a black on black one and that thing looks mean as hell!

mwtgg · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: JackBurton
The C6 Z06 is a freakin' MONSTER! A guy at my work has a black on black one and that thing looks mean as hell!

Now that's my kind of black on black crime.

EngenZerO · Apr 6, 2006

sooon... later this year... i hopefully will be getting a c6 vette... soooooon... counts the days off...

edit... typo

MasterAndCommander · Apr 6, 2006

C6 Corvette - :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Z06 Corvette - :thumbsup:

:thumbsup:

Boztech · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: crustyoldman
Last months (I think) Car & Driver tested the new Z06, 427 CI,500 HP, 3,100 lbs, 0-60 3.3 seconds, Boooooya !

Sweet machine but it MSRPs at $65k without options, typically has a dealer markup of $5-10k and has a waiting list several months long.

In fact even if you ordered one now you'd be damn lucky to get an 06 model at all.

Nebor · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: EngenZerO
sooon... later this year... i hopefully will be getting a c7 vette... soooooon... counts the days off...

I've already got a C8.

Oh wait, you're full of sh!t.

MikeMike · Apr 6, 2006

lets see, some issues.

Removeable Hardtop has a few heat issues, with creaking iirc, warranty work.

um... FAST, they are REALLY powerful.

VERY practical as well, with 28mpg, and a hatchback design.

EngenZerO · Apr 6, 2006

Originally posted by: Nebor

Originally posted by: EngenZerO
sooon... later this year... i hopefully will be getting a c7 vette... soooooon... counts the days off...

Click to expand...

I've already got a C8.

Oh wait, you're full of sh!t.

ugh... i meant c6 lol, forgot the last gen was c5... long 10 hour day @ work...

but yes, i will be getting one,

.

Nebor · Apr 7, 2006

Originally posted by: MIKEMIKE
lets see, some issues.

Removeable Hardtop has a few heat issues, with creaking iirc, warranty work.

um... FAST, they are REALLY powerful.

VERY practical as well, with 28mpg, and a hatchback design.

Other issues:

Rumors say it's made in America.

Interior quality still lacking compared to similarly priced cars.

Fenixgoon · Apr 7, 2006

Originally posted by: Nebor

Originally posted by: MIKEMIKE
lets see, some issues.

Removeable Hardtop has a few heat issues, with creaking iirc, warranty work.

um... FAST, they are REALLY powerful.

VERY practical as well, with 28mpg, and a hatchback design.

Click to expand...

Other issues:

Rumors say it's made in America.

Interior quality still lacking compared to similarly priced cars.

what similarly priced car will perform as well as a C6 Z06? oh wait... NONE
interiors are overrated anyway - i wasn't impressed by the interior of a porsche 911 turbo

What do you guys think of the 2005 Corvette C6?

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