Spyder207

Finally will be getting a vette in November of this year but torn in trying to choose between the different choices in tops. I currently have a convertible on my DD and love it when the weather is nice just not sure if I want to spend the extra money for it on a vette since I can get the removable tops.

Has anyone gone from a convertible to a coupe and if so do you miss the convertible?
How does it compare riding with the tops off versus having a convertible?
How much of a pain is it removing the tops?
Any benefits of color match versus transparent other than looks?

Any thoughts or opinions are appreciated!

marc2005c6

removing the tops on a c6 corvette (base ls2 or ls3) is extremely easy. takes less then 1 minute, and stores nicely in the trunk area. IMO, it can be taken off and stored faster then a vert top can go down haha

george vee

wanna race to see if my power top beats your top removal and stowage and back in the drivers seat ready to go.... I don't think so LOL

csun213

A vert looks great with the top down however not so much with the top up. The coupe looks great with or without the top.

vetteright

I have owned and enjoyed both. The coupe seems to suit me better, though. I like the roomy luggage area in the back (lots more room than the vert) and the added security of the solid top(s). Didn't notice much difference in openess between the two with the top down on the vert or off with the coupe. Less road/wind noise with the coupe, although the vert's not bad. You would greatly enjoy either; I always have!

tim414

I always thought the C6 Convertible was sharpest....because the top is smaller....IMO they look better....then comes the wide body....

tim414

mpuzach

If you decide to go with a coupe, I strongly advise that you get it with the painted top (or both tops) and not just the transparent one. The reason is simple math.

• Painted top ONLY = $0
• Transparent top after the fact (through dealer parts department) = approx. $1200
• Total for both tops if car is originally built with painted = $1200

• Transparent top ONLY = $750 (at M.S.R.P.)
• Painted top after the fact (dealer must order all parts separately, paint outside panel, assemble everything) = approx. $1900
• Total for both tops if car is originally built with transparent ONLY = $2650

T's C6

What ever blows your skirt.

They are all great cars.

johnodrake

I'll race ya

cclive

Let's do that race on the freeway in hot, heavy traffic, while moving along at a walking pace....

calmtgguy

The C2L option (both tops) is $1,400, or you can buy a brand new transparent top from the parts dept for around $1,200. I bought mine new for $1,100.

vettedoogie

DUDE! The convertible is flat-out quieter!

Knob Jockey

I prefer the Vert, obviously, but for a DD the coupe may be a smarter choice.

You can definitely get more groceries in the back in the back of a coupe.

eddie44

I went from vert to coupe and would not go back. I must add though that it was from a C5 vert to a C6 coupe. I just recently replace that C6 with another coupe.

I like the extra cargo room. I have always liked the looks of the coupe. My C5 was noisy even when the top was up and it leaked around the windows which was not a big problem here in AZ but still an aggravation.

As for the tops I would not go with just the clear top for a different reason. Because I live in AZ and the clear top is hotter than hell in the summer. If I want to see the sky I'll pop the top. You can no doubt find some other accessory to spend that $1400 on. If you can't PM me and I'll send you my address.

Good luck!

Easy Rhino

Love ragtops, my last three cars were soft tops; however, some don't like the top-up look of a vert.

The C6 roof panel comes off very quickly and easily, and is full-strength, solid, and quiet when installed. However, I can't put the top up or down while sitting at a stoplight like a power soft top.

I understand the tough choice involved, you just gotta go with what strikes you. Good Luck and Enjoy.

Joegovette

I had a 2005 vert that was a great car. I just bought a 2010 GS coupe. I Personally I like the looks of the coupe better. The vert looked great when the top was down, but I didn't think it was so pretty when it was up. The coupe feels like a vert when I take the top off. It isn't near as bad as I thought it would be to remove the coupes roof. I am pretty good at it now ! Vert or coupe is a personal choice. You will be happy with either IMO! It is a great car in either form!

Spyder207

Thanks for the responses, much appreciated!

dvilin

If the Vert looked as good with the Top up I would have bought one. Love the looks with the top down, but for the money I think the Couple is the best of both.

STEVE MC