Any problems with first year (2005) C6?
07-03-2011, 05:08 PM
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07-03-2011, 06:15 PM
#23
Drifting
2005 year model problems? - Yes, and there were PLENTY of them. Were all the 2005 cars affected, of course not.
No offense to anyone, especially those that own a 2005, but if I were in the market for a used Corvette I would absolutely positively PASS on a 2005. Why subject yourself to the potential aggrivation, hassle, and potentially HUGE EXPENSE when there are PLENTY of 2006 and newer ones out there for sale...
Do other year models have issues, of course they do, but not anywhere in the Ball Park even remotely close to all the issues that have been well documented in the 2005 cars. Like I said, no offense to anyone, but going into buying a used car is enough of an adventure, so why go out and subect yourself to a vehicle with numerous potential issues when the 2006 and later ones did not suffer from the 2005 year model issues...
There's always going to be those who say differently, but why chance it knowing there were many issues that did not exist on 2006 and up. The only reason I can think of is if you ran into one that was many thousands cheaper, but typically that is absolutely not the case.
Word to the wise, pass on a 2005.
No offense to anyone, especially those that own a 2005, but if I were in the market for a used Corvette I would absolutely positively PASS on a 2005. Why subject yourself to the potential aggrivation, hassle, and potentially HUGE EXPENSE when there are PLENTY of 2006 and newer ones out there for sale...
Do other year models have issues, of course they do, but not anywhere in the Ball Park even remotely close to all the issues that have been well documented in the 2005 cars. Like I said, no offense to anyone, but going into buying a used car is enough of an adventure, so why go out and subect yourself to a vehicle with numerous potential issues when the 2006 and later ones did not suffer from the 2005 year model issues...
There's always going to be those who say differently, but why chance it knowing there were many issues that did not exist on 2006 and up. The only reason I can think of is if you ran into one that was many thousands cheaper, but typically that is absolutely not the case.
Word to the wise, pass on a 2005.
07-03-2011, 06:18 PM
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07-03-2011, 06:21 PM
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No. There was a TSB, but the fix was only done on an "as needed" basis. If I remember right, the only recall that affected the 2005 (and other years) was for the delaminating roof problem. DBS was also a TSB, not a recall. Lots of TSB's, lots of service advisories, but not much in the way of actual recalls that I ever saw when I owned my 2005.
07-03-2011, 06:31 PM
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No. There was a TSB, but the fix was only done on an "as needed" basis. If I remember right, the only recall that affected the 2005 (and other years) was for the delaminating roof problem. DBS was also a TSB, not a recall. Lots of TSB's, lots of service advisories, but not much in the way of actual recalls that I ever saw when I owned my 2005.
07-03-2011, 06:37 PM
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I bought my 05 coupe almost five years ago with 4k miles on it. I'm going to be hitting 50k on the odometer within the next month. Outside of the reflash for the navigation and the dbs, no problems. My car was built in late 2005.
If the price is right, I wouldn't be concerned with the issues. There are always "issues".
If the price is right, I wouldn't be concerned with the issues. There are always "issues".
07-03-2011, 07:02 PM
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Of course, if your car is a 2007 (as stated in your profile), none of this matters since the problem was limited to 2005 models.[/QUOTE]
Earlier posts says problem was fixed in early 2007 models so 2006 and some 2007 have this problem.
Of course, if your car is a 2007 (as stated in your profile), none of this matters since the problem was limited to 2005 models.[/QUOTE]
Earlier posts says problem was fixed in early 2007 models so 2006 and some 2007 have this problem.
07-03-2011, 10:14 PM
#32
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2005 year model problems? - Yes, and there were PLENTY of them. Were all the 2005 cars affected, of course not.
No offense to anyone, especially those that own a 2005, but if I were in the market for a used Corvette I would absolutely positively PASS on a 2005. Why subject yourself to the potential aggrivation, hassle, and potentially HUGE EXPENSE when there are PLENTY of 2006 and newer ones out there for sale...
Do other year models have issues, of course they do, but not anywhere in the Ball Park even remotely close to all the issues that have been well documented in the 2005 cars. Like I said, no offense to anyone, but going into buying a used car is enough of an adventure, so why go out and subect yourself to a vehicle with numerous potential issues when the 2006 and later ones did not suffer from the 2005 year model issues...
There's always going to be those who say differently, but why chance it knowing there were many issues that did not exist on 2006 and up. The only reason I can think of is if you ran into one that was many thousands cheaper, but typically that is absolutely not the case.
Word to the wise, pass on a 2005.
No offense to anyone, especially those that own a 2005, but if I were in the market for a used Corvette I would absolutely positively PASS on a 2005. Why subject yourself to the potential aggrivation, hassle, and potentially HUGE EXPENSE when there are PLENTY of 2006 and newer ones out there for sale...
Do other year models have issues, of course they do, but not anywhere in the Ball Park even remotely close to all the issues that have been well documented in the 2005 cars. Like I said, no offense to anyone, but going into buying a used car is enough of an adventure, so why go out and subect yourself to a vehicle with numerous potential issues when the 2006 and later ones did not suffer from the 2005 year model issues...
There's always going to be those who say differently, but why chance it knowing there were many issues that did not exist on 2006 and up. The only reason I can think of is if you ran into one that was many thousands cheaper, but typically that is absolutely not the case.
Word to the wise, pass on a 2005.
Based on this mess....no one should buy anything but a 2011 because it has improvements over all previous years.
07-03-2011, 10:27 PM
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I have an 05 with 55,000 0n it .I'd suggest buying the newest model you can AFFORD..obviously that gives more time for resolution of problems.I'm happy with my "Sled"..Starts flawlessly , engine runs like a top even after a tune and it's been a good experience, LOVE driving it, hence the 55,000.I was'nt too happy about the whole "rearend saga" ..but I have an A-4 and this seems to be more of a manual transmission thing.Either way if it's just gonna be a cruiser than I would'nt worry about it... if you without a doubt plan serious performance upgrades and dumping alot of power on it then yeah consider a '06 and above 
07-03-2011, 10:31 PM
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Like I said, no offense to anyone, especially 2005 owners. The facts are the facts, and the first year C6, the 2005 model, had it's own issues that 2006 and newer did not. So no, it's not necessary to "buy anything but a 2011"...
07-03-2011, 11:15 PM
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Don't do it. I've loved vettes forever and finally had money to buy one when the C6's came out. My '05 6spd had a problems-active handling kept turning off, DIC kept showing a tire being low, and the top seperated while I was at work. The problems would never show up on the computer when I brought it to the dealership. While my top was in the shop getting repaired we had a 10hr rain and flooded it. I decided I would never buy another vette. My wife wanted one in '08 so I looked again and bought a base auto JSB for her. It is 10 times greater than the '05. I've got the best of both worlds I get to drive my Tundra and drive her vette whenever I want to. Get an '08 or newer! We have loved this car but the new items in the '12 are intriguing enough that I've decided we will probably be buying a '12 GS vert later this year or next year.
07-03-2011, 11:39 PM
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This car is not one with the crank pulley bolt problem. As for the production date, it can't be ascertained by simply looking at the VIN although someone with access to the right data base can look it up if you provide the complete VIN.
07-04-2011, 03:27 AM
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i had an 05 coupe m6. and i sold it because of the problems i had. i had a wheel bearing go out at around 20,000 miles, my ac broke, my air actuator for my gas lid broke several times (leaving me driving with gas lid open), and it left me stranded many many times due to a dead battery. im not talking about over two weeks (which it would most certainly do), but over night. it would run fine for a month or long with no signs of draining, and then it would die over night. it finally got to where it wasnt worth it and i sold it and took a loss. also the 05 steering wheel was massive and ugly.
then a couple of years later i returned with a z06. its quite a bit of an improvement of course. it does have a lot of the famous corvette quirks, but you'll always have to deal with that type of thing with this kind of car.
but yes, from my experience...look for something after 05
then a couple of years later i returned with a z06. its quite a bit of an improvement of course. it does have a lot of the famous corvette quirks, but you'll always have to deal with that type of thing with this kind of car.
but yes, from my experience...look for something after 05
07-04-2011, 07:37 AM
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If you're looking for a manual trans go with an 08. Major improvement in shifting ease with the 08.
07-04-2011, 09:39 AM
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54,000 miles on my 05. (a4) had to replace power window motors in both doors, transmitter that picks up the remote signal, and the worse 1 was the shifter refuse to come out of park and the dealer replaced the switch under warranty. other than that, car still rides like new.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
07-04-2011, 12:13 PM
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Le Mans Master
I know that there was an issue with the rear end on 05's and if and automatic the a4 sucked as apposed to the a6. Also the steering wheel is very ugly, the 06 and up steering wheel is a bit better looking but also still ugly.