@@Carguylogan it’s definitely up their. It’s just such a pure and timeless design I think. The entire thing is functional and doesn’t use decals or unnecessary accessories to stand out or be special, it just is. All I want on it is a small spoiler and some fender flares hips on the front and back. Just looks so good
Dude check out Phillipines drag motorcycles. Two stroke 125cc engines on basically bicycle frames with the biggest sprocket and the smallest jockey. Only goes 60 but does it ever go 0-60
Next to the C2, the C5, especially the z06 is my favorite corvette. What I love about the z06, it’s manual only, raw power, excellent handling and no tech. A true driving enthusiasts car. Oh, and pop up headlights
That’s what I love about my FRC, has same body as the z06 manual only weighs less than base model only comes with upgraded suspension and brakes and there weren’t a lot made, only made in 99-00 and only 2090 FRC’s made in 2000
to answer this ''question'' i would buy one in a heart beat. they are gorgeous, do not weigh much, affordable and there are plenty of mods for it.C5's have always been special to me, especially the Z06.
Oh Mexico, you so crazy! LMAO I own a C5 Z06, and this made me happy. They are timeless and still a valid car today. Good video to see as there is limited C5 Z06 content anymore.
Nice video! I've owned my 2004 C5 Z06 since 2010 and I love it. It's been super reliable, regular maintenance only and I've beaten 996 Turbos, Gallardo's, 360's and SVT Cobras. It's a very underrated sports car. Over the last couple of years I was considering selling it for a C6 Z06, but can't justify the 15k price difference.
Definitely go for the C6Z06 lol! The best N/A V8 America has ever made up until now possibly with the new C8Z06. You will forget about that C5 in no time
@@nickadkins7765Don’t LS7s have a reputation for dropping valves? I read that the cylinder head supplier for GM is the reason for this. I would say the LS3 is the best NA V8 that America has ever made. You still hardly ever hear of them blowing up or having issues to this day.
Personally, as a 17-year-old I'd much rather the c5 z06 to a base C6. It looks better, it's the stronger chassis, its lighter, and I don't care for special features or luxury. Alot of kids my age like the C6, I just don't see it on the base. The widebody grand sport, Z06, and ZR1 look good but are still too tall for my taste.
@@CamMarz I do like the pure feeling as a drivers car. But its certainly more practical than some people seem to give it credit for. Great video man, your C6 is great as well. Ill just sub to your channel man, that was a great video.
Purchased my 03 Z06 in 2005 with 9,000, currently has 30,000. Once you correct the drivetrain and suspension issues from the factory, it is an absolute animal. My car is a point and shoot in the corners, and I can’t drive the car to its potential with the stock engine. One of the best comments when I took someone for a ride was, Keith, I have a heart. Was at the point, sell the car or correct the issues to make the car work as it should. Glad I decided to spend the money. Defiantly not dissapointed.
@@chadrichards8930 Propshaft is to small in diameter and flexes. Factory installed an oversized ring on it, so it hits the torque tube instead of the aluminum propshaft. Transmission has low quality shift components, which eventually break down causing hard or grinding shifts under normal driving.
Good stuff! I really liked my Millennium Yellow C5Z (sadly it was totaled during a downpour in Phoenix). Got an 09 base in Velocity Yellow last year and I liked it but not as much. Sold that and just picked up an Arctic White 2017 Grand Sport 7sp. C5 is my favorite look of the 3 (although the GS I am liking a lot more as I drive it).
Well I’m obviously biased but C6 GS is definitely my favorite, that’s why I bought one 8 months ago. 6 speed manual seems to be much rarer and definitely has already increased in value. 42K miles now. I bought it to DRIVE not garage queen it.
When i had my C5 z06, stock i ran 12.4's at carlsbad (before it closed down) Easy 4 second to 60 time. Intake and tires your in the 11's easy. Car is right around 3000 lbs while pulling 1g on skidpad. Few mods easy 11's and 10's. LS6 damn good motor. Actually my 2001 ran better than my 2002 which had a bit more HP . Your C6 does not sound stock vs his stock c5? I raced my buddies stock c6 and pulled by about 2 cars at the time but again we were both stock.
Good honest review. As a former C5 owner and now a C6 z06 owner, I have to concur with just about everything you mentioned about the C5 in comparison to the C6. Good review. 👍
I would agree with that, it's been updated basically. The C5 Corvette didn't carry one single piece over from the C4, every part was new. That's so cool to me
@@CamMarz And iirc the C5 has like one THIRD as many parts as the C4 lol. That said, the C4 feels like a racecar inside compared to C5 and C6. I think Chevy leaned heavily towards making Corvettes for old fat guys starting with the C5. Which I am, but I still want my racecar to feel like a racecar.
There will always be somebody out there with a faster car than you and I've always maintained, it's the thrill behind the wheel, and though it's not all I can handle, with bushings and dampeners and set up like an exotic my C5 Z06 is plenty ¿`_
Nice and his car was 2001 z06 with 385 hp,the next year in 2002 hp was increased to 405hp and 400 torque. Im gonna buy a 02-04 z next year,throwing cams,heads longtube full exhaust from corsa,swap injectors,fuelrails,add air intake,short throw shifter,then later add a mccloud clutch and do all trans supporting mods and upgrades and a supercharger.
Great video guys! I got my 01 Z back in 2004 and have been tinkering with it ever since. I have wanted a C6 Z but, decided to keep this and just make it faster.
I have a 2003 C5 with a K&N air intake and BBE exhaust. This beast keeps up to my 22 Camaro SS 1le. C5 is an awesome car for anything that you need Daily, drag or track you can’t beat a C5.
@@servantofthetruth8203 acceleration the Camaro will take it, but on highway speeds it will be neck to neck. But with a few $$ the corvette can be a much faster. I like them both, I wish I would had gotten a white SS 1le. I would had wrapped the corvettes hood and swap the wheels for some black ones. They would had been twins.
@@josels1292 that's nice,I plan on buying me a c5 in a few weeks.ive been on UA-cam trying to do as much research as I can...the c6's are out of my budget due to how high people are pricing them.. I'm just hoping with some mods the c5 can keep up if not beat cars like scatpacks, 5.0's etc.. it would be stupid to be driving a Corvette and be getting smoked by a lot of cars you feel me
When i got my C5 my non car guy friend said oh you got the ugly one? I just don't see it maybe im nostalgic cuz the c5 was the new corvette when i was little but i think the C5z is the best looking vette maybe tied with the split window C2
Do yourself a favor and get a MGW shifter. Best thing I ever did. Worst thing I did was sleep on a cheap blower. This thing with a A&A is life changing.
Give that Z06 long tube headers, x pipe exhaust and a good tune it’ll be a world of difference. Both amazing cars C5 and C6 but the Z06 is a special masterpiece way ahead of it’s time
@@CamMarz I was getting compliments for my C5 and that caught me off guard with all these new cars teslas, hellcats, challengers, whatever whatever. I think maybe its the nostalgia that ppl get from seeing it.
Just bought a Red 01 Z06 in October 2021. Always loved the timeless look and of course the pop up headlights. Bought the car with 24K miles. Things that almost made me want to get rid of it is Handling at low speeds is not fun. There is so much feedback through the steering wheel that it can be pretty twitchy, even lowering tire pressures. I've upgraded the shocks to C6 Z06s and it has helped, but still not great. Hotchkis Sway bars still didn't really help. The Conti tires still one the fence. Seats are terrible for this car. Very known issue, but opened them up and folded the foam on the sides to help keep you feeling snug. I'm 5-9 180 pounds. Clutch engagement is by far the worst manual I have ever driven. I installed MGW short throw and it helped with feel, but it still sucks. Have yet to install Tick Performance clutch MC, so fingers crossed. I have driven some pretty fast cars and always have a fast motorcycle for when I really want some speed and I think my 17 Gsxr 1000R kinda is ruining the speed factor for me with the car, but if you know Gsxr's I would say its about as fast as a 2011 and up 750 with basic upgrades "full system". Car is fast, but it feels like there is no torque unless you slam the pedal and even that comes to be a issue with the lag from the throttle engagement, Being a 01 doesn't help. I recently installed a CAI, Headers and high flow cats and haven't gotten it tuned yet because I am waiting to swap Harmonic Balancer and add a cam and valve upgrade in a couple weeks. So hopefully once tuned it will awaken, but stock is not impressive if you have driven fast machines. Still I love the car and its a neck breaker, just understand why there are so many low mileage ones floating around. Just my honest feelings.
Sounds like you should have bought a Hellcat instead of a Corvette. Put the Z on a proper track like VIR, Laguna Seca or Road America and you'll find out why it has the power output that it does. Also, the broad torque band of the C5Z means less time shifting on a course and more time driving which means faster lap times. Of noteworthiness, you also installed suspension modifications that would make the low-speed "problem" you describe even worse, not better. Do some research before just throwing money at mods.
The C5 is actually roomier than the C6, replace the lights, replace the seats and put in a modern blue tooth radio and you are good. The real issue is just parts availability which is still okay on C5s but obviously C6 parts should be in better supply.
Is that really true? I know the C6 is substantially shorter with much less front and rear overhang but I have driven both and own a C6 GS and I’m 6’1” and did not notice any more room in a C5 ZO6.
@@metaljew4456 C5 has a longer nose, and a front air dam that likes to scrape but it is slightly roomier in terms of seat width/cabin space (smaller A pillars and no side airbags IIRC). The C6 interior is very snug and a bit clostraphobic like a Miata, the C5 is more like being in any 90s GM car. The space isn't usable/practical but you sense it.
@@0Heeroyuy01 yeah but there are some interior or cosmetic parts that are hard to come by like the 'golden rod' that adjusts the pop up lights. I also had to have some door relays refurbished, older C5s have irreplaceable ABS modules... but yeah power train and suspension wise you have a ton of options/interchangeable parts and tons of after market stuff too. C6 shocks are a frequent C5 upgrade, etc. It's a weird mix of 90s Chevy/Delco parts bin, shared C5/6 parts and handful of quirky C5 specific parts.
@@hiighcalibre well ya thats why you buy a 01-04. some years the ABS can be sent off and rebuilt, most C5 owners redo the interior anyway b/c everyone complains about how cheap it is
What year is your C6? They are very close in performance. Is the Zo6 basically 405 hp plus the intake vs your C6 ls2 or ls3 with the intake and long tube headers? You probably have a 25 to 50 hp advantage but they are very close!
I have an 02 Z06 with a Vararam and tune. It’s a faster car than my 2010 Camaro SS was with intake and exhaust. Maybe not top end, but 1/8 and 1/4 the Z is a faster car.
This stock 01 was doing the same 1/2 mile speeds as a 2016+ LT1 Camaro actually. 144-145. I believe there was an LS3 or L99 5th gen there which was doing 136. And a V6 5th gen doing 118 lol.
I don't give a shit what anybody says- my C5 is relevant for a broke American like me who owns a pretty quick car. Bought it for about 15 and have put another 5k into it in the last year: C6 Z06 wheels, Z51 shocks, heavy duty sways and links, new tires, Powerbond pulley and then a few cosmetics and typical maintenance stuff- oil, rear diff change etc. Being that the car is as old as it is, I'm still happy with my purchase and for 20k total, don't know what else would've been a better buy. Have additional upgrades planned for the next couple of years. With only about 48k miles, my '97 has got quite the life left!!
Heads cam intake and a C5Z will still rumble with 60% of today's market if you spend some money on suspension i would say it increases to 70% lol. If you can get 500 hp to the wheels they're capable of like 180+ mph maybe? Not a bad bargain of a car for the price point back then or now. Good straight line speed and decent handling in a stlyish(at the time) package. And the aftermarket support of the gods.
If your c6 has exhaust and intake work. And thats a 2001 Z. It did pretty good. A bone stock later year c5z would have been an even race. Or maybe even beat the c6. My 2003 with headers, x pipe, no intake and oem muffler puts 390 whp. And it pulled decently on a friends c6.
@@paradigmshifty888 Yes, and if you keep looking you will find the reverse as well. People have dyno numbers all over the place for all 4 years. 370 is an inflated number for any year, probably a STD correction factor or just uncorrected. If the top of the dyno sheet doesn't say "SAE" then don't bother looking at it. Ranger's C5Z made 355 whp and he went 11.55 @ 120 mph with only an air intake. My stock 01 made 352 SAE.
@@Carguylogan cmon... So youre saying a different cam and 2 less cats makes the exact same hp??? Its just not true. Hence the different hp ratings. I agree. Its possible that an 01 can keep up with an 03 if it was built on a tuesday. But they just simply have more power. They do not make the same power on a dyno. This is from personal experience. I own a dyno
I know this is from a year ago...but can you tell me about your build? Is it still the LS6? Im at about 650rwhp the ECS 1500, bolt ons, cam, pump gas. Stock bottom end LS6...so not doing anymore until pistons, rods and head work probably.
Man, I am _torn_ between the C5 ZO6, a C6 GS/ZO6, base C7 or new GR Supra. The GR Supra or C6 were my number 1 options but I cannot decide.. I've had my 06 STi for 15 years and they're just too expensive to build reliable power out of. I guess I'll have to start finding some to test drive and let my instincts figure it out..
The c6 is definitely faster but I can see the C5Z is better and more fun in the twisties. My dad had a C5Z but now has an LS3 C6 vert. The pop ups will always be cool but it will always constrain the car to it time period. The C6 has classic sports car lines and curves that will stand the test of time, for a long time.
You aren't gonna see 20 hp in a race, and this 01 made 02-04 numbers. All 4 years a crapshoot stock. Some 01s do 350-360 wheel and some 02-04s do 330s. That 20 hp difference doesn't exist in any consistent way. That's why I tell people not to pass up 01 cars.
I got a base c5 corvette and it's not as fast as the zo6 let alone the new cars that are coming out, but it's faster than I will ever drive on the street and the limiting factor is me as the driver. Its crazy fun, cheap to maintain, and actually gets 29-31mpg combined if I drive like a grandma. What more can you ask for?
The C6 is a continuation of the C5, it's great. The C5 Z06 and FRC just have that unique body style, unique to the entire Corvette lineup. Plus the pop ups lol.
Unfortunately in 2022 a C5 Z06 can no longer be considered fast when compared to advancement in engine technology and output. I have an 04 and when I bought it in 2010, I could pretty much walk anything stop light to stop light. Today however, a V6 Toyota or Lexus can run neck and neck with me. The funny part is I'm rowing and making a commotion with my longtube headers and Corsa Extreme's and they are smoothy and quietly accelerating like nothing is going on. Yes, it's still a Corvette and a ton of fun to drive, but she ain't fast anymore.
Exactly. I hate when I am just trying to get into 5th gear from a light and I have a minivan about to pass me unless I stomp the pedal earlier which with long tubes and exhaust just gets annoying.
Wtf v6 Toyota is running neck and neck with you, short of the Supra? An 03 C5Z is nearly a sub 4s car. How many v6 Toyotas or Lexus vehicles run high 11s low 12s in the quarter, let alone for $18-25k?
This is an absurd comment. Bone stock 2002 - 2004 Z06 is exactly identical to 2008 and on up 436 hp LS3 C6. 0 - 60 in 4.0, 1/4 in 12.4 @ 116.5. If it has a competent driver no V6 Toyota or Lexus can hang with it. What do you think is "fast"? A new V6 Toyota is at best 14.0 @ 99, incredible for an 'appliance' mode sedan, put all the vaunted 60's muscle cars to shame. An I'm sure the top of the line Lexus goes real low 13's, but now you're talking big money. It's still fast. If you're in real lazy mode then anything 0 - 60 in mid - high 5's will hang off the line, but that's you in lazy mode an them in frenetic mode. Jus saying. Research what new advancement in engine technology and output cars can go 116 in the quarter. None under $100,000. If you must win every acceleration contest then spend $10k on a 2 wheeler 😀
you said the c6 has a lot more tech than the c5. But the c5 has everything you need tech wise and it's really advanced and intuitive for being a 20 year old car
just like my '02 6spd C5. coupe... once you're mashing it into 3rd, it's time to ease up on the gas. unless you're looking for a place to sleep away from home for the night.
I was contemplating between a C5 Z06 and C6 Z06. A good deal came up on a C5 Z06 with 19k miles for $22,000. So far I'm happy. This looks like Phoenix. I live on the West Side of town.
I think you said his c5z was a 2001, which is down 20 hp from the later models already, so a later model with an intake may have been even more competitive.
A C5Z is a good 10 mph faster than a WS6 in the 1/4. After a lid, long tubes, X pipe, exhaust, LS6 mani and a cam it can compete with a stock C5Z or C6, sure.
I completely disagree. I researched both cars heavily. Drove a Yellow C5 ZO6. Sure I liked it….until I drove the C6 GS manual. The C6 has a much better interior. Rides much better and quieter. It feels smaller because it is smaller-on the outside that is. About a foot shorter I believe. 436hp stock vs C5 ZO6 405hp. C6 GS has the ZO6 brakes, suspension, wheels, tire size, wide body which is gorgeous and worth the price of admission alone. And I pulled the fuse on my GS so the inner baffle “doors” are open all the time and she sounds great from a cold start up to redline (6500RPM) I might add. Not bad for a pushrod V8. Power at the top end does not tail off. I love her. Best $35K I have spent in awhile. 2011 C6 GS Convertible, 6 speed manual.
@@CamMarz Speaking of which, did you have any issues with it? I may or may not consider buying one this year (I'm from Germany and some dealers have them surprisingly cheap)
@@Corvolet5 It's not my car, but the owner tells me it's been perfectly reliable! Only issues he's hard are with shifting the trans hard, there's a limit to the abuse it will take
@@leonlawrencez28 this was a 2001 zo6. The 2002-2003 C5 zo6 had 20 more hp and 25 tq. The 2001 was a 1 year car. Its more rare, but not what the c5 zo6 was meant to be
That's more than I wanna put into mine lol. A&A + fuel system, clutch, pinion support, axles, DTT brace is the basic safe setup. I don't have it, the rent's too damn high lol
@gtdrummerdude lol I here ya. I did ecs supercharger kit ati balancer, longtube headers Brian Toole valve springs act twin disc clutch, tick adjustable master cylinder and she made 651whp and 590wtq. I just had all that done in October than I put her away for the winter. I can't wait for spring.
Not on topic of is the C5 Z06 relevant (because yes, but really no)... What the freak is going on with the C6 dash lights? This strobe effect is awful. Back on topic, you have to ask yourself 'relevant to what?' at which point, the guy with a C7 ZR1 is going to say 'you and what twin-turbo setup are going to race me?' while the guy with a bone-stock Mustang GT from a few years back knows that you're a tad bit quicker... But still slower than a modern Shelby. Basically, though, the honest answer is 'relevant at the price-point', at which the C5 Z06 mostly *only* competes against C6 Corvettes, because everything else at the price point is slower. For $25k, you can get a 10+ year old Shelby, if you're lucky, and it is slower. Or a 5 year old WRX STi, and it is slower. Or a 370z, and it is slower. Or a Porsche Booster, and it is slower. Or a BMW Z4, and it is slower. The list goes on and on and on, but the point is, dollar for dollar on the average used car market, you won't get a faster car than a C5 Z06... EXCEPT the C6. And that one is kinda' questionable.
I did fail to point out, I am not at all disparaging the C5, and indeed I love the looks and feel that the rarity factor of the Z06 makes it still feel exotic to encounter. Honestly, the C5 overall is my favorite Corvette gen, it's the one from my childhood, and the one that starred in the racing games I grew up playing. However, there are limits with any stock car from 20 years ago- even the mighty Enzo has somewhat pedestrian performance in the modern supercar world. But every Corvette since 1984/85 remains to this day a performance car bargain, offering stock performance unrivaled at any price point from $5k-$150k; you just have to buy the right one for your wallet. At $5k, a mid-late 80s C4 beats virtually any other $5k car. For $10k, an LT1 C4 beats virtually every other car you can buy for $10k. At $15k, a base C5 does the same. Above $20k, you start getting a weird patchwork of generations/special models, for example a C4 ZR1, C5 Z06, and base LS3 C6 all cost similar amounts and offer similar performance, and the same with a C7 base/GS vs a C6 Z06, or a C7 Z06 vs a base C8.
@@the40735 Nope. 01-04 had the same heads and intake. 2001 had 2 extra cats and a different cam. It has less lift and a few degrees less exhaust duration but it also has less overlap which makes more power under the curve. The power difference is negligeable. This 2001 made 352 whp which is the same as 02-04s make.
Of course it is still relevant. It does not need to be the newest flashy thing or have an abundance of screens and technological wizardry to still be relevant! What a ridiculous question, in the thumb and clearly only made for views.
I’m late but the c5 never not going to be relevant. It changed the game completely when it came out putting Chevy on top. The new C8 is the same way completely changed the game and let’s not speak of the C8 Z06 that’s a whole other topic lol
I’m a vett owner and in my opinion no.You can buy a base C6 and have a better all around car to start with.Bang versus buck the C6 ls2 or ls3 is your best bet that’s what I did had the car for several years and a few mods fast fun reliable.Traded into a 08 ZO6 and basically got all my money back in trade.
@@paradigmshifty888 Gears are the same. This 01 is every bit as quick as the 02-04s. I raced an 04 with headers once and he didn't pull an inch. I also went 144 in the 1/2 mile and I have yet to hear of any stock C5Z going that fast except me.
Uh oh it's gonna be Doug Demuro 2 up in here. You shoulda started out with "THHHIIIISSS.... is a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06"
Haha that would been legendary 😂😂
I did that when I introduced my c5 😂 a couple of my friends caught on to it
I'm glad not, Doug gave the c5 z06 a 5 of 10 in looks and a 5 of 10 in cool factor. I love his content, but I think he kind of dissed the C5 Z06
@@ryanrake2714 Yea the C5Z is almost the best looking car ever to my eyes. It's like exotic lines + muscle at the same time. But everyone's different.
@@Carguylogan it’s definitely up their. It’s just such a pure and timeless design I think. The entire thing is functional and doesn’t use decals or unnecessary accessories to stand out or be special, it just is. All I want on it is a small spoiler and some fender flares hips on the front and back. Just looks so good
Any vehicle that can do 0-60 in under 5 seconds will always be relevant in my book.
The sound and the ability to shift manually draws me in more so than the speed.
Same
@@marcoarreola9058 speed is fun but boring if you can't shift imo
@@jerrycadarottestoungewiggl3176 agreed
Dude check out Phillipines drag motorcycles. Two stroke 125cc engines on basically bicycle frames with the biggest sprocket and the smallest jockey. Only goes 60 but does it ever go 0-60
Next to the C2, the C5, especially the z06 is my favorite corvette. What I love about the z06, it’s manual only, raw power, excellent handling and no tech. A true driving enthusiasts car.
Oh, and pop up headlights
Yes... Can't forget the pop up headlights!
That’s what I love about my FRC, has same body as the z06 manual only weighs less than base model only comes with upgraded suspension and brakes and there weren’t a lot made, only made in 99-00 and only 2090 FRC’s made in 2000
@@thatgingar8765 FRC’s are cool! Barely even see one
That’s right. No stupid ass driving modes! The only driving mode a sports car should have is called self control
to answer this ''question'' i would buy one in a heart beat. they are gorgeous, do not weigh much, affordable and there are plenty of mods for it.C5's have always been special to me, especially the Z06.
I think they are close to the price floor too haha
I had 2 c6 ZO6's, and a C5Z06, the C5Z was the most fun to drive.
Oh Mexico, you so crazy! LMAO
I own a C5 Z06, and this made me happy. They are timeless and still a valid car today. Good video to see as there is limited C5 Z06 content anymore.
Feel like C5 Z06's don't get the hype they deserve!
Nice video! I've owned my 2004 C5 Z06 since 2010 and I love it. It's been super reliable, regular maintenance only and I've beaten 996 Turbos, Gallardo's, 360's and SVT Cobras. It's a very underrated sports car. Over the last couple of years I was considering selling it for a C6 Z06, but can't justify the 15k price difference.
It’s well worth the $15K, but maintenance cost or fixes will be a lot more expensive
Definitely go for the C6Z06 lol! The best N/A V8 America has ever made up until now possibly with the new C8Z06. You will forget about that C5 in no time
@@nickadkins7765 bolt-on C5Z > C6Z
@@nickadkins7765Don’t LS7s have a reputation for dropping valves? I read that the cylinder head supplier for GM is the reason for this. I would say the LS3 is the best NA V8 that America has ever made. You still hardly ever hear of them blowing up or having issues to this day.
@@jessies1509a stock wet sump LS3 will shit the bed pretty quickly on track. That’s the only major issue.
Personally, as a 17-year-old I'd much rather the c5 z06 to a base C6. It looks better, it's the stronger chassis, its lighter, and I don't care for special features or luxury. Alot of kids my age like the C6, I just don't see it on the base. The widebody grand sport, Z06, and ZR1 look good but are still too tall for my taste.
You could totally feel the 200 or so pound difference between the cars, made the C5 Z feel that much more wild and alive
@@CamMarz I do like the pure feeling as a drivers car. But its certainly more practical than some people seem to give it credit for. Great video man, your C6 is great as well. Ill just sub to your channel man, that was a great video.
@@ryanrake2714 appreciate that man!
@@CamMarz yeah bro, have a good one
The chassis is almost identical IIRC, unless you are talking about the C6z and its aluminum chassis?
Purchased my 03 Z06 in 2005 with 9,000, currently has 30,000. Once you correct the drivetrain and suspension issues from the factory, it is an absolute animal. My car is a point and shoot in the corners, and I can’t drive the car to its potential with the stock engine. One of the best comments when I took someone for a ride was, Keith, I have a heart. Was at the point, sell the car or correct the issues to make the car work as it should. Glad I decided to spend the money. Defiantly not dissapointed.
Good cars make you want to keep them forever
What did you do to improve it?
@@craigmak320 transmission, prop shaft, suspension, brakes, exhaust, shifter and drivers seat.
@@1Heyfred what was wrong with the transmission and prop shaft?
@@chadrichards8930 Propshaft is to small in diameter and flexes. Factory installed an oversized ring on it, so it hits the torque tube instead of the aluminum propshaft. Transmission has low quality shift components, which eventually break down causing hard or grinding shifts under normal driving.
I got complements.
Girls look at it .
I feel great .
Life is good.
2001 C5 candy red.
Good stuff! I really liked my Millennium Yellow C5Z (sadly it was totaled during a downpour in Phoenix). Got an 09 base in Velocity Yellow last year and I liked it but not as much. Sold that and just picked up an Arctic White 2017 Grand Sport 7sp. C5 is my favorite look of the 3 (although the GS I am liking a lot more as I drive it).
I love yellow on a Corvette!
Well I’m obviously biased but C6 GS is definitely my favorite, that’s why I bought one 8 months ago. 6 speed manual seems to be much rarer and definitely has already increased in value. 42K miles now. I bought it to DRIVE not garage queen it.
I have an identical 01 Z06 and I love it. It's my first Vette and I'll probably never be without one from now on
I bet, loved every minute of driving it
@@CamMarz the crazy thing is I've been a Mopar guy most of my life. I never even owned a GM product until the Z06
C5 z06 is the way to go!!!
When i had my C5 z06, stock i ran 12.4's at carlsbad (before it closed down) Easy 4 second to 60 time. Intake and tires your in the 11's easy. Car is right around 3000 lbs while pulling 1g on skidpad. Few mods easy 11's and 10's. LS6 damn good motor. Actually my 2001 ran better than my 2002 which had a bit more HP . Your C6 does not sound stock vs his stock c5? I raced my buddies stock c6 and pulled by about 2 cars at the time but again we were both stock.
Good honest review. As a former C5 owner and now a C6 z06 owner, I have to concur with just about everything you mentioned about the C5 in comparison to the C6. Good review. 👍
In my opinion the c6 is pretty much a reskined c5z just more geared towards commute usage. Overall I will say I love my c5 great video bro
I would agree with that, it's been updated basically. The C5 Corvette didn't carry one single piece over from the C4, every part was new. That's so cool to me
@@CamMarz And iirc the C5 has like one THIRD as many parts as the C4 lol. That said, the C4 feels like a racecar inside compared to C5 and C6. I think Chevy leaned heavily towards making Corvettes for old fat guys starting with the C5. Which I am, but I still want my racecar to feel like a racecar.
There will always be somebody out there with a faster car than you and I've always maintained, it's the thrill behind the wheel, and though it's not all I can handle, with bushings and dampeners and set up like an exotic my C5 Z06 is plenty ¿`_
Well said
Still loving it. 26 (.6) mpg cruising to Michigan at 80.
They don't tell you just how fuel efficient Vettes are 😂
Nice and his car was 2001 z06 with 385 hp,the next year in 2002 hp was increased to 405hp and 400 torque. Im gonna buy a 02-04 z next year,throwing cams,heads longtube full exhaust from corsa,swap injectors,fuelrails,add air intake,short throw shifter,then later add a mccloud clutch and do all trans supporting mods and upgrades and a supercharger.
I have a c5 and love it !z06 is smokin expensive right now !
Such a good looking car
ZO6’s in any year or generation are always relevant and collectible
Great video guys! I got my 01 Z back in 2004 and have been tinkering with it ever since. I have wanted a C6 Z but, decided to keep this and just make it faster.
Judging by your username... You have made it faster haha
@@CamMarzLol Just a little bit. Forged LS6, APS Twin turbo set up with upgraded turbos. 733rwhp/790rwtq on 93 octane.
BADASS
@@CamMarz Thanks Bro
The FRC will always be an iconic body style for Corvettes.
I went with the C6 because you get the performance of C5Z and still get the targa.... But I miss the pop up head lights.
Targa top vs pop ups... Very tough choice! 😂😂
Yes you do
I have a 2003 C5 with a K&N air intake and BBE exhaust. This beast keeps up to my 22 Camaro SS 1le. C5 is an awesome car for anything that you need Daily, drag or track you can’t beat a C5.
How much hp in the Camaro?
@@servantofthetruth8203 455
@@josels1292 that's impressive if the base c5 can keep up with the 6th gen Camaro...is the c5 manual or auto?
@@servantofthetruth8203 acceleration the Camaro will take it, but on highway speeds it will be neck to neck. But with a few $$ the corvette can be a much faster. I like them both, I wish I would had gotten a white SS 1le. I would had wrapped the corvettes hood and swap the wheels for some black ones. They would had been twins.
@@josels1292 that's nice,I plan on buying me a c5 in a few weeks.ive been on UA-cam trying to do as much research as I can...the c6's are out of my budget due to how high people are pricing them.. I'm just hoping with some mods the c5 can keep up if not beat cars like scatpacks, 5.0's etc.. it would be stupid to be driving a Corvette and be getting smoked by a lot of cars you feel me
When i got my C5 my non car guy friend said oh you got the ugly one? I just don't see it maybe im nostalgic cuz the c5 was the new corvette when i was little but i think the C5z is the best looking vette maybe tied with the split window C2
You needa give your friend a NECK for that one 😂😂
@@CamMarz lmao tru
My C5 Vert 6 speed.
Is a such awesome car...
Its quick...
Timeless...
And wit a couple upgrades can be a real contender
Agreed
Do yourself a favor and get a MGW shifter. Best thing I ever did. Worst thing I did was sleep on a cheap blower. This thing with a A&A is life changing.
Give that Z06 long tube headers, x pipe exhaust and a good tune it’ll be a world of difference. Both amazing cars C5 and C6 but the Z06 is a special masterpiece way ahead of it’s time
Such a awesome car! I love my C5 but I hope to have a Z06 one day 🙏🏽. Great video
Thank you! Very impressed with the Z06 gotta say
that last run 👌
Last run really got me excited, really good run there!
It will forever be relevant, mostly because of the front, the back, and the rest of the car.
Agreed
Even tho I have a base C5 the z06 is still something special 👌🏽
I want a C5 for a daily
@@CamMarz just a c5 base or a Z? or it don't even matter?
@@CamMarz I was getting compliments for my C5 and that caught me off guard with all these new cars teslas, hellcats, challengers, whatever whatever. I think maybe its the nostalgia that ppl get from seeing it.
Just bought a Red 01 Z06 in October 2021. Always loved the timeless look and of course the pop up headlights. Bought the car with 24K miles. Things that almost made me want to get rid of it is Handling at low speeds is not fun. There is so much feedback through the steering wheel that it can be pretty twitchy, even lowering tire pressures. I've upgraded the shocks to C6 Z06s and it has helped, but still not great. Hotchkis Sway bars still didn't really help. The Conti tires still one the fence. Seats are terrible for this car. Very known issue, but opened them up and folded the foam on the sides to help keep you feeling snug. I'm 5-9 180 pounds. Clutch engagement is by far the worst manual I have ever driven. I installed MGW short throw and it helped with feel, but it still sucks. Have yet to install Tick Performance clutch MC, so fingers crossed. I have driven some pretty fast cars and always have a fast motorcycle for when I really want some speed and I think my 17 Gsxr 1000R kinda is ruining the speed factor for me with the car, but if you know Gsxr's I would say its about as fast as a 2011 and up 750 with basic upgrades "full system". Car is fast, but it feels like there is no torque unless you slam the pedal and even that comes to be a issue with the lag from the throttle engagement, Being a 01 doesn't help. I recently installed a CAI, Headers and high flow cats and haven't gotten it tuned yet because I am waiting to swap Harmonic Balancer and add a cam and valve upgrade in a couple weeks. So hopefully once tuned it will awaken, but stock is not impressive if you have driven fast machines. Still I love the car and its a neck breaker, just understand why there are so many low mileage ones floating around. Just my honest feelings.
Sounds like you should have bought a Hellcat instead of a Corvette. Put the Z on a proper track like VIR, Laguna Seca or Road America and you'll find out why it has the power output that it does. Also, the broad torque band of the C5Z means less time shifting on a course and more time driving which means faster lap times.
Of noteworthiness, you also installed suspension modifications that would make the low-speed "problem" you describe even worse, not better. Do some research before just throwing money at mods.
I LOVE my C5 and frequent trips "south of the border" :D
Mexico has pretty good roads 😂
@@CamMarz Agreed :D
Would be super curious for an 02-04 Z06 after seeing how close that was!
So would I! I've received a bunch of similar comments haha
The C5 is actually roomier than the C6, replace the lights, replace the seats and put in a modern blue tooth radio and you are good. The real issue is just parts availability which is still okay on C5s but obviously C6 parts should be in better supply.
Is that really true? I know the C6 is substantially shorter with much less front and rear overhang but I have driven both and own a C6 GS and I’m 6’1” and did not notice any more room in a C5 ZO6.
bro if you need C5 parts just buy the C6 part.
the C6 is just a updated C5
@@metaljew4456 C5 has a longer nose, and a front air dam that likes to scrape but it is slightly roomier in terms of seat width/cabin space (smaller A pillars and no side airbags IIRC). The C6 interior is very snug and a bit clostraphobic like a Miata, the C5 is more like being in any 90s GM car. The space isn't usable/practical but you sense it.
@@0Heeroyuy01 yeah but there are some interior or cosmetic parts that are hard to come by like the 'golden rod' that adjusts the pop up lights. I also had to have some door relays refurbished, older C5s have irreplaceable ABS modules... but yeah power train and suspension wise you have a ton of options/interchangeable parts and tons of after market stuff too. C6 shocks are a frequent C5 upgrade, etc.
It's a weird mix of 90s Chevy/Delco parts bin, shared C5/6 parts and handful of quirky C5 specific parts.
@@hiighcalibre well ya thats why you buy a 01-04.
some years the ABS can be sent off and rebuilt, most C5 owners redo the interior anyway b/c everyone complains about how cheap it is
For nearly the same price the 06-10 C6 is 110% the better buy for well under $30k. 11-13 usually cost too much relatively speaking.
Definitely relevant!
What year is your C6? They are very close in performance. Is the Zo6 basically 405 hp plus the intake vs your C6 ls2 or ls3 with the intake and long tube headers? You probably have a 25 to 50 hp advantage but they are very close!
Used to have a C5 Z06... I might need another one
Highly recommend 🙌
I have an 02 Z06 with a Vararam and tune. It’s a faster car than my 2010 Camaro SS was with intake and exhaust. Maybe not top end, but 1/8 and 1/4 the Z is a faster car.
Makes sense to me
This stock 01 was doing the same 1/2 mile speeds as a 2016+ LT1 Camaro actually. 144-145. I believe there was an LS3 or L99 5th gen there which was doing 136. And a V6 5th gen doing 118 lol.
I don't give a shit what anybody says- my C5 is relevant for a broke American like me who owns a pretty quick car. Bought it for about 15 and have put another 5k into it in the last year: C6 Z06 wheels, Z51 shocks, heavy duty sways and links, new tires, Powerbond pulley and then a few cosmetics and typical maintenance stuff- oil, rear diff change etc. Being that the car is as old as it is, I'm still happy with my purchase and for 20k total, don't know what else would've been a better buy. Have additional upgrades planned for the next couple of years. With only about 48k miles, my '97 has got quite the life left!!
Love it man
I figured it would be close they have around the same hp but the c6 z06 is no joke I like the look of the c5 z06 but I would want c6 z06 power
Lol. If you want to see/feel how fast your car is? Get in the passenger seat. It’s amazing how you don’t feel all the power/torque while Driving it.
I think every car enthusiast can relate to this 😂
Heads cam intake and a C5Z will still rumble with 60% of today's market if you spend some money on suspension i would say it increases to 70% lol. If you can get 500 hp to the wheels they're capable of like 180+ mph maybe? Not a bad bargain of a car for the price point back then or now. Good straight line speed and decent handling in a stlyish(at the time) package. And the aftermarket support of the gods.
H/C/I C5 Z06 would be one hell of a fun build
@@CamMarz definitely! I have a hci 6.0 I want to put in a c6. But thinking i will settle for f body camaro. C6 prices are so crazy
@@swappedoutZ71 Fbodys are fast too, either works haha
Decent handling? The C5 Z is a sub-8 minute car at Nordschlief. Only a handful of cars are faster than that even today.
@@Carguylogan that statement wasn't meant to take anything away from the car, they're definitely not slouch in the curves
If your c6 has exhaust and intake work. And thats a 2001 Z. It did pretty good. A bone stock later year c5z would have been an even race. Or maybe even beat the c6. My 2003 with headers, x pipe, no intake and oem muffler puts 390 whp. And it pulled decently on a friends c6.
Yeah I could feel just how light of a car it is! Loved every minute driving it
Actually the 01 dynod the same as 02-04 cars. 352 rwhp SAE. I also went 144 in the 1/2 mile which I've never heard of a stock C5 Z doing.
@@Carguylogan ive seen 330-340 for 01. 360-370 for 03
@@paradigmshifty888 Yes, and if you keep looking you will find the reverse as well. People have dyno numbers all over the place for all 4 years. 370 is an inflated number for any year, probably a STD correction factor or just uncorrected. If the top of the dyno sheet doesn't say "SAE" then don't bother looking at it. Ranger's C5Z made 355 whp and he went 11.55 @ 120 mph with only an air intake. My stock 01 made 352 SAE.
@@Carguylogan cmon... So youre saying a different cam and 2 less cats makes the exact same hp??? Its just not true. Hence the different hp ratings. I agree. Its possible that an 01 can keep up with an 03 if it was built on a tuesday. But they just simply have more power. They do not make the same power on a dyno. This is from personal experience. I own a dyno
I got this c5 zo6,also in yellow. shes procharged n meth injected 840hp 10.01-140mph. THE HELL CAT DEMON KILLER!...👿
She's sounds like she would be a WHOLE lot of fun!
I know this is from a year ago...but can you tell me about your build? Is it still the LS6? Im at about 650rwhp the ECS 1500, bolt ons, cam, pump gas. Stock bottom end LS6...so not doing anymore until pistons, rods and head work probably.
Man, I am _torn_ between the C5 ZO6, a C6 GS/ZO6, base C7 or new GR Supra. The GR Supra or C6 were my number 1 options but I cannot decide.. I've had my 06 STi for 15 years and they're just too expensive to build reliable power out of. I guess I'll have to start finding some to test drive and let my instincts figure it out..
Test drive them for sure
That C5 Z06 looks really nice!!!
Definitely a super clean example!
The c6 is definitely faster but I can see the C5Z is better and more fun in the twisties. My dad had a C5Z but now has an LS3 C6 vert. The pop ups will always be cool but it will always constrain the car to it time period. The C6 has classic sports car lines and curves that will stand the test of time, for a long time.
Selling my C5Z black on black all original everything stock. 10/10 car second owner clean title almost 25000 miles. 35K firm.
A 02 Z06 would be a fun race for you. Didn’t think a 01 Z06 would hold on like that!
You aren't gonna see 20 hp in a race, and this 01 made 02-04 numbers. All 4 years a crapshoot stock. Some 01s do 350-360 wheel and some 02-04s do 330s. That 20 hp difference doesn't exist in any consistent way. That's why I tell people not to pass up 01 cars.
I miss my C5 2002 TR ZO6. Had it for 16 years.
That's awesome!
The c5 is a really clean car and honestly can get them for a decent price atleast around where I’m at.
Really surprised me just how much of a MONSTER the C5 Z06 too
I got a base c5 corvette and it's not as fast as the zo6 let alone the new cars that are coming out, but it's faster than I will ever drive on the street and the limiting factor is me as the driver. Its crazy fun, cheap to maintain, and actually gets 29-31mpg combined if I drive like a grandma. What more can you ask for?
Unlike Z06's I've driven many base C5's. They are such great cars. Plenty of power, great gas mileage and comfortable/smooth driving
C5's are the last of the great front engine corvettes.
Personally, I think all front engine Vettes are pretty great cars
The C6 is a continuation of the C5, it's great. The C5 Z06 and FRC just have that unique body style, unique to the entire Corvette lineup. Plus the pop ups lol.
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Unfortunately in 2022 a C5 Z06 can no longer be considered fast when compared to advancement in engine technology and output. I have an 04 and when I bought it in 2010, I could pretty much walk anything stop light to stop light. Today however, a V6 Toyota or Lexus can run neck and neck with me. The funny part is I'm rowing and making a commotion with my longtube headers and Corsa Extreme's and they are smoothy and quietly accelerating like nothing is going on. Yes, it's still a Corvette and a ton of fun to drive, but she ain't fast anymore.
Exactly. I hate when I am just trying to get into 5th gear from a light and I have a minivan about to pass me unless I stomp the pedal earlier which with long tubes and exhaust just gets annoying.
Wtf v6 Toyota is running neck and neck with you, short of the Supra? An 03 C5Z is nearly a sub 4s car. How many v6 Toyotas or Lexus vehicles run high 11s low 12s in the quarter, let alone for $18-25k?
@@joshb2200 If I pull away in 1st just trying to casually get up to speed, yes. 1st is really short and its not a very smooth clutch.
This is an absurd comment. Bone stock 2002 - 2004 Z06 is exactly identical to 2008 and on up 436 hp LS3 C6. 0 - 60 in 4.0, 1/4 in 12.4 @ 116.5. If it has a competent driver no V6 Toyota or Lexus can hang with it. What do you think is "fast"? A new V6 Toyota is at best 14.0 @ 99, incredible for an 'appliance' mode sedan, put all the vaunted 60's muscle cars to shame. An I'm sure the top of the line Lexus goes real low 13's, but now you're talking big money. It's still fast. If you're in real lazy mode then anything 0 - 60 in mid - high 5's will hang off the line, but that's you in lazy mode an them in frenetic mode. Jus saying. Research what new advancement in engine technology and output cars can go 116 in the quarter. None under $100,000. If you must win every acceleration contest then spend $10k on a 2 wheeler 😀
i wonder how much closer a 02+ z06 would have done with the additional power.
That's a good question 🤔
I miss mine. Great cars.
I still getting use to the “celebrity vibe” I get whenever I drive my c5 z06 in nyc. Gets hella attention and it’s just a 20yr old Chevy- lol
It's definitely the pop up headlights
you said the c6 has a lot more tech than the c5. But the c5 has everything you need tech wise and it's really advanced and intuitive for being a 20 year old car
C6 does have MORE tech, but I wouldn't say much more than a C5 Z06. C5Z still has a heads up display and all that cool stuff
Hell yeah... now those were some runs !!!
C5 and C6 vettes start to become fun with 700 to 800 to the tire.
Oh I bet 😂
my superccharged 03 Z06 with 590 rwhp is still relevant today. So enjoy humiliating new muscle cars when given the chance.
The way that prices are rn I'd prefer to spend a little more on a c6
just like my '02 6spd C5. coupe... once you're mashing it into 3rd, it's time to ease up on the gas. unless you're looking for a place to sleep away from home for the night.
I was contemplating between a C5 Z06 and C6 Z06. A good deal came up on a C5 Z06 with 19k miles for $22,000. So far I'm happy. This looks like Phoenix. I live on the West Side of town.
Phoenix, Mexico 😂👍
Beautiful cars there. Glad to see you all were racing in a closed circuit. LOL
Professional drivers too!
@@CamMarz Yes they were. Glad that gentleman found his dream Corvette.
I think you said his c5z was a 2001, which is down 20 hp from the later models already, so a later model with an intake may have been even more competitive.
So I've been told 🌚
Before I watch I just gotta say, if my ws6 can still compete so can a c5 Z 😆… ok I’ll watch now
WS6's are so freaking cool, lemme just say that
A C5Z is a good 10 mph faster than a WS6 in the 1/4. After a lid, long tubes, X pipe, exhaust, LS6 mani and a cam it can compete with a stock C5Z or C6, sure.
Old video but I love my 04 z06. 100% drivers car.
My 2002 Z06 has about 150 more hp than stock so I'm good. 🤪
That's gotta feel awesome every time you put your right foot down 🤙
@@CamMarz yes sir !! I know there are faster machines but it is a blast for sure !!
I completely disagree. I researched both cars heavily. Drove a Yellow C5 ZO6. Sure I liked it….until I drove the C6 GS manual. The C6 has a much better interior. Rides much better and quieter. It feels smaller because it is smaller-on the outside that is. About a foot shorter I believe. 436hp stock vs C5 ZO6 405hp. C6 GS has the ZO6 brakes, suspension, wheels, tire size, wide body which is gorgeous and worth the price of admission alone. And I pulled the fuse on my GS so the inner baffle “doors” are open all the time and she sounds great from a cold start up to redline (6500RPM) I might add. Not bad for a pushrod V8. Power at the top end does not tail off. I love her. Best $35K I have spent in awhile. 2011 C6 GS Convertible, 6 speed manual.
love my 03 z06
How did you record your voice? It sounds like you’re recording in a room rather than outside lol
Surprised you're the first to notice, doesn't look windy but it was and the audio was ruined. Stitched a voice over in while I was editing
I always ♥️ the c5 z.
Can’t believe he hasn’t put a short throw shifter in it
I think it would feel better, but I also get why he wants to keep it original!
Mine is a auto c5 but I love it.
Dope video!
Still the most beautiful corvette that looks like a corvette
It could keep up with a Ferrari, so I'll easily consider it relevant even to this day.
Agreed
@@CamMarz Speaking of which, did you have any issues with it? I may or may not consider buying one this year (I'm from Germany and some dealers have them surprisingly cheap)
@@Corvolet5 It's not my car, but the owner tells me it's been perfectly reliable! Only issues he's hard are with shifting the trans hard, there's a limit to the abuse it will take
If youre ever in vegas and we take a trip to mexico, i will do a couple of runs with you
Vegas is close! I'll keep that in mind if I ever find myself that way
Is this a stock C5 Z06 racing a stock C6?
C5 Z06 is intake only and C6 is intake and headers
C5 has an intake
C6 has intake, long tubes, off road X pipe and tune
@@CamMarz if it was stock for stock do you think it would be anyone's race?
@@leonlawrencez28 Yes, it would probably just come down to the driver at that point
@@leonlawrencez28 this was a 2001 zo6. The 2002-2003 C5 zo6 had 20 more hp and 25 tq. The 2001 was a 1 year car. Its more rare, but not what the c5 zo6 was meant to be
I'm assuming that the C6 is a LS3?
That would be correct yes
The passenger is definitely not light. He alone is killing the P/W Ratio.
Yes you never said what year this car is,thanks for the comment, so is it a 2001?
I do towards the end of the video, apologies for that!
🔥 🔥
Just supercharged my c5 z06, it's totally different animal now
Think mine needs an a&a blower soon as well... Gonna have to do a cam first tho!
@Cam Marz do a cam when you do your supercharger a change the balancer at the same time.
That's more than I wanna put into mine lol. A&A + fuel system, clutch, pinion support, axles, DTT brace is the basic safe setup. I don't have it, the rent's too damn high lol
@gtdrummerdude lol I here ya. I did ecs supercharger kit ati balancer, longtube headers Brian Toole valve springs act twin disc clutch, tick adjustable master cylinder and she made 651whp and 590wtq. I just had all that done in October than I put her away for the winter. I can't wait for spring.
@@daren9721 I'm sure it absolutely rips. I had a tiny 75 shot on mine for a while and even just that felt pretty strong.
Is this a 2001 zo6??
Not on topic of is the C5 Z06 relevant (because yes, but really no)... What the freak is going on with the C6 dash lights? This strobe effect is awful.
Back on topic, you have to ask yourself 'relevant to what?' at which point, the guy with a C7 ZR1 is going to say 'you and what twin-turbo setup are going to race me?' while the guy with a bone-stock Mustang GT from a few years back knows that you're a tad bit quicker... But still slower than a modern Shelby.
Basically, though, the honest answer is 'relevant at the price-point', at which the C5 Z06 mostly *only* competes against C6 Corvettes, because everything else at the price point is slower. For $25k, you can get a 10+ year old Shelby, if you're lucky, and it is slower. Or a 5 year old WRX STi, and it is slower. Or a 370z, and it is slower. Or a Porsche Booster, and it is slower. Or a BMW Z4, and it is slower. The list goes on and on and on, but the point is, dollar for dollar on the average used car market, you won't get a faster car than a C5 Z06... EXCEPT the C6. And that one is kinda' questionable.
I did fail to point out, I am not at all disparaging the C5, and indeed I love the looks and feel that the rarity factor of the Z06 makes it still feel exotic to encounter. Honestly, the C5 overall is my favorite Corvette gen, it's the one from my childhood, and the one that starred in the racing games I grew up playing.
However, there are limits with any stock car from 20 years ago- even the mighty Enzo has somewhat pedestrian performance in the modern supercar world. But every Corvette since 1984/85 remains to this day a performance car bargain, offering stock performance unrivaled at any price point from $5k-$150k; you just have to buy the right one for your wallet. At $5k, a mid-late 80s C4 beats virtually any other $5k car. For $10k, an LT1 C4 beats virtually every other car you can buy for $10k. At $15k, a base C5 does the same.
Above $20k, you start getting a weird patchwork of generations/special models, for example a C4 ZR1, C5 Z06, and base LS3 C6 all cost similar amounts and offer similar performance, and the same with a C7 base/GS vs a C6 Z06, or a C7 Z06 vs a base C8.
Well said, also the "strobe" effect is just something cameras do when they film LED's sometimes, from the naked eye it looks completely normal
And that’s the 385hp 2001 So the later years would be even closer.
As far as I can tell, it's just cats that seem to be the difference, is that it?
@@CamMarz The 2002-2004 cars have different heads and intake. 405 hp for the later years.
@@CamMarz and more aggressive cam
@@the40735 Nope. 01-04 had the same heads and intake. 2001 had 2 extra cats and a different cam. It has less lift and a few degrees less exhaust duration but it also has less overlap which makes more power under the curve. The power difference is negligeable. This 2001 made 352 whp which is the same as 02-04s make.
@@Carguylogan You are correct the base cars didn’t get the 243 heads for some reasons I was thinking that they didn’t get those till 2002
Of course it is still relevant.
It does not need to be the newest flashy thing or have an abundance of screens and technological wizardry to still be relevant!
What a ridiculous question, in the thumb and clearly only made for views.
04 zo6 would give u a real run for your money
I’m late but the c5 never not going to be relevant. It changed the game completely when it came out putting Chevy on top. The new C8 is the same way completely changed the game and let’s not speak of the C8 Z06 that’s a whole other topic lol
Agreed, C5 really stood out
I’m a vett owner and in my opinion no.You can buy a base C6 and have a better all around car to start with.Bang versus buck the C6 ls2 or ls3 is your best bet that’s what I did had the car for several years and a few mods fast fun reliable.Traded into a 08 ZO6 and basically got all my money back in trade.
There's definitely a preference there for a large crowd I think as well
C5 Zo6 will always be relevant
02 to 04 would be even closer.
Damn, the opening music made me stop the bid....
Try the 04 c5 z06 i bet it gives you a better run
What was the difference? To my knowledge the only difference was that one had secondary cats
In 02 they gave it more power . I have the 03 z06 . I don't know all the details just know its quicker the the 01 z
@@CamMarz 01 Zs have 385 hp. 02s and up have 405
@@CamMarz different cam shaft, springs, valves, cats and gears.
@@paradigmshifty888 Gears are the same. This 01 is every bit as quick as the 02-04s. I raced an 04 with headers once and he didn't pull an inch. I also went 144 in the 1/2 mile and I have yet to hear of any stock C5Z going that fast except me.
I got a lowww mileage c5. I'm in any where near jersey.
Nice content.