C5 Vert vs Z06
03-06-2015, 02:33 PM
#41
Drifting
Just FYI my 01' 6speed convertible says 3146 on my registration, I think that's pretty light considering its a 1SC with every option except ride control. It also has non runflat Michelin pilot sports with no tps and c6 z06 shocks and sways all around a CAI and a Mangaflow x and catback so it's even lighter then stock....
eDIT: then again maybe my heavy chrome Z06 wheels even every thing out
eDIT: then again maybe my heavy chrome Z06 wheels even every thing out
03-06-2015, 03:51 PM
#43
Pro
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Just FYI my 01' 6speed convertible says 3146 on my registration, I think that's pretty light considering its a 1SC with every option except ride control. It also has non runflat Michelin pilot sports with no tps and c6 z06 shocks and sways all around a CAI and a Mangaflow x and catback so it's even lighter then stock....
eDIT: then again maybe my heavy chrome Z06 wheels even every thing out
eDIT: then again maybe my heavy chrome Z06 wheels even every thing out
Also, if I plan on doing suspension, is there any purpose of looking for the ride control?
Targa top doesn't fix the fact that I still have to get out, take care of the top and pull it off completely... I know, not much more work than a vert, but that's one reason I don't touch my t-tops often.
Although, can't beat the look of a targa vette imo
03-06-2015, 04:01 PM
#44
Drifting
If you're looking at a car with adjustable ride, I wouldn't turn it down, but I would definitely consider it a negative.
There will be some people who say they like it, but if you're looking to mod the car, its probably something to avoid.
03-06-2015, 04:20 PM
#45
Pro
Thread Starter
NO. The adjustable ride control (option F55) is a pain in the butt if you do any sort of suspension/brakes/wheels modification, not to mention the replacement shocks are really expensive, and its a hassle to disable or remove the system.
If you're looking at a car with adjustable ride, I wouldn't turn it down, but I would definitely consider it a negative.
There will be some people who say they like it, but if you're looking to mod the car, its probably something to avoid.
If you're looking at a car with adjustable ride, I wouldn't turn it down, but I would definitely consider it a negative.
There will be some people who say they like it, but if you're looking to mod the car, its probably something to avoid.
I'll avoid that at all costs then because I will be upgrading suspension.
03-06-2015, 06:21 PM
#46
Drifting
My Volant CAI, C6 Z06 shocks and sways were just swapped out, my Mangaflow magnapack was swapped and welded at an exhaust shop for $100. Although it's not the first thing I would do depending on the mileage of the car my 01' had about 90kmi on it back in August and the shocks were squeaking and pretty much shot, when I changed them to the C6 Z06 stuff it felt like a new car and the handling was signifantly improved..lowered on stock bolts also..definite mods to do.
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03-07-2015, 12:22 AM
#48
Racer
You may be right, but when I checked out verts, it seemed like a lot of latching, unlatching, lifting, tucking, closing, etc. to go from up to down. The targa takes less than a minute to remove, and two minutes to put on. More importantly, when the top is up the car feels and sounds like a coupe, and not a rattling creeking ragtop. But that's just my 2 cents brother. The convertible looks fantastic with the top DOWN!
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03-07-2015, 06:23 AM
#49
Drifting
You may be right, but when I checked out verts, it seemed like a lot of latching, unlatching, lifting, tucking, closing, etc. to go from up to down. The targa takes less than a minute to remove, and two minutes to put on. More importantly, when the top is up the car feels and sounds like a coupe, and not a rattling creeking ragtop. But that's just my 2 cents brother. The convertible looks fantastic with the top DOWN!
03-07-2015, 07:47 PM
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After owning both I can assure you it's definitely easier and quicker dropping the top in a C5 vert then removing the roof and storing the top in a C5 coupe, yes the Coupe is a little quieter with the roofs on but it's not by a lot and the vert is actually quieter with the tops down because there's less wind buffeting and squeaks..
What does a ZO6 have over a base model? Different heads, cam, lighter exhaust, different body panels to cool the brakes better? Problem with the ZO6, it still is not a Convertible! I can do plenty of mods to my car to make it like a ZO6 if I wanted to, but I don't road race the thing, I just cruise in it to enjoy it. Already have two race cars, don't need more.
OP, do what you want to, it's your time and money, enjoy it!
03-07-2015, 08:33 PM
#51
Racer
Your comment confirms why the coupe was the better choice for me. I drove an MGB in high school and with the top up I felt disconnected from my surroundings. So much so that I emded up removing it entirely one summer...but only because "it never rains in Southern California"
03-07-2015, 09:31 PM
#52
Pro
I have read awhile back that c5z does use the extra chassis support that convertibles use thats why Zs tend to handle so great put a side the suspension differences. Weight wise C5s are not heavy and c5z did have to use some extra tricks to loose weight due to the extra chassis stiffness added.
03-07-2015, 11:21 PM
#53
I'll have to check them out!
Any reason you had to lower the seat?
That's a fair assessment! I kind of feel the same about WS6's, I don't like the thought of my buddies WS6 vert being fast, as opposed to a t-top car.. but again it's all preference.
I just think something about being able to be out in the elements and then deciding I want to put the top up would be something cool and different for my next car.. and I'm going to keep my WS6, so I can always go back to that for a 'hard-top' car of sorts.
Any reason you had to lower the seat?
That's a fair assessment! I kind of feel the same about WS6's, I don't like the thought of my buddies WS6 vert being fast, as opposed to a t-top car.. but again it's all preference.
I just think something about being able to be out in the elements and then deciding I want to put the top up would be something cool and different for my next car.. and I'm going to keep my WS6, so I can always go back to that for a 'hard-top' car of sorts.