In this video I talk about my C5 and you can determine if it’s the right car for you!!
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@walltech13 жыл бұрын
I paid $7200 for my 2000. Best money ever spent. I get home from doing construction dead beat tired and I open my garage and there it is. Puts a smile on my face every day.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah!! I have under 10k in mine with the mods.. couldn’t be happier!!
@noahloyd92 жыл бұрын
That’s the dream, one day
@Jdikmen3 жыл бұрын
I paid $44k for my 2001 new in 2000 (special ordered it). Driven it every day for over 20 years now - still looks and runs better than the day I picked it up!
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I hope to buy an amazing car like this new some day and keep it until I kick the bucket!
@Toymonkeyjr3 жыл бұрын
and probably only depreciated 60% in 20 years
@0Heeroyuy013 жыл бұрын
@@Toymonkeyjr depending on his options and condition its probably has a resell around 30-40K and im not lieing ether look C5's up online used ones sell anywere from 10K to about 50K
@Toymonkeyjr3 жыл бұрын
@@0Heeroyuy01 yeah ik, crazy market rn and everyone wants a manual v8 coupe before they get completely killed off and become a collectors car
@ajcates91362 жыл бұрын
@@0Heeroyuy01 I paid 10 for my c5 with 75 k it’s a 2000 model
@thomasstevenson53673 жыл бұрын
C5 is the most underrated Corvette in my opinion. I hope to have my own 1 day
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Set a financial goal and figure a way to get there. Avoid car payments because they keep you poor.. scrimp and sacrifice and it will happen brother!!
@christopherdutro1682 жыл бұрын
There is no shame in getting a higher mileage C-5 most of the things that always breaks (Harmonic balancer - ECT) have already been replaced! & We all know the LS1 will run 300,000 miles! Your closer then you think
@timpfeifer73743 жыл бұрын
Bought my 2004 C5 6 months ago. I feel the same way you do about owning and driving my C5 for just the sheer enjoyment of driving a raw sports car.
@garymartin78423 жыл бұрын
I have the same year C5 purchased in 2017, my 1st Vette.. black with 6 speed manual and 36k miles at the time, now just over 40k, I like everything about it
@SimplyJustRandomness3 жыл бұрын
One of the best go fast platforms ya can get for under 20k these days. I am putting down 338whp/353wrtq with a full exhaust, intake, and dyno tuned on 93 pump...and thats through an 01 C5 A4. Pretty impressive considering these things stock only dyno around 300ish. This is a lot of car for the money these days. If you are into cars and wanna go fast you be crazy not to pick one of these up. Sky is the limit with these LS motors. I am in the process of building my drivetrain now. Also im tired of hearing guys bitching about the interior. No gearhead buying these give two shits about interior lol. We want it for the looks and the engine. I absolutely agree with you though, people always stare at this thing when I am out with it, these cars have a timeless body aside from the pop ups.
@robertmartin23873 жыл бұрын
I'm 75,I love my 2004 C5 with automatic trans.
@MacLaw30843 жыл бұрын
to all those thinking of getting a c5 and can’t decide between auto and manual just know you cant go wrong with either but if you get the auto their are great mods to enhance the driving experience: gearing swap from the standard 2.73 to 3.15 or even 3.42, hi stall torque converter, etc.
@speedfiend9254 жыл бұрын
You are making my buying decision harder. LOL! I am currently looking at used Mustangs and Camaros and have owned multiple C5s. They still look striking even today. Now I am back to looking at C5 Corvettes! The price really cannot be beat.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Speed Fiend I had a 2000 Mustang GT.. good car.. not on the same level though.
@richknudsen57813 жыл бұрын
Been there,,,Got some cash in a family thing and looked at every single marque out there. I'm a Buick guy but they are done and the classics cost stupid money (Skylark GS etc). Camaro's and Mustangs are nice if you need room for the gang but I don't so it became a no brainer to go with the C5. So much so I bought four of the darn things trying to get two I would keep ( one roadster,one hardtop). Not a fan of the FRC ZO6 but lots of guys like them for track cars which is smart as some simple upgrades make them rock in that department. Anyway, Good thread guys, glad to be part of the dream.
@wyattoneable3 жыл бұрын
I'm 63 and bought a 2001 yesterday. I'm watching videos of people saying how hard it is to get some parts but so far my car has been great. I know, it's been a whole 24 hours. :)
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t had issues and you shouldn’t especially with a 2001!
@Viper30483 жыл бұрын
I'm 29 and I've owned 2 C5 Corvettes so far. I LOVE the C5. It's such an incredible platform for performance, as well as daily driving. I have owned a lot of different cars myself and I keep coming back to the vettes. It's one of those cars that you never realize how awesome it is until you actually drive it. Then you're won over for life. I'll probably always own a Corvette of some kind from here on out. Great video! 👍
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
So true! Even my wife thinks I should hold on to it... and she never cares about my cars
@vtwinpower18972 жыл бұрын
I bought my first vette at 27 yrs NOW 60 still driving a c5 zo6 procharged!😎🇨🇦
@vincentlauricella33854 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video. I have a 2001 C5 base convertible 6 speed and feel the same way you do about it. Raw and to the point. I use it every chance I have. I also have a 2003 MB SL 55 AMG. More power, definitely. German hot rod. Creature comforts, yes. Really fun to drive, nope. Proof 51 k on the Vette. 19 k on the SL. Enjoy your ride
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
For sure! I’ve had some really nice luxury cars and they are almost “too good” to be good... the Vette is a mechanical, real feeling.. you are driving!!
@callancollins77083 жыл бұрын
My father is the Og owner of a 97 C5 w/only 30ish k miles on it. He's gifting it to me next month. I stooked. It's been my dream car growing up. I'm so excited.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome!! What a cool gift from your dad, from one car guy to another!
@callancollins77083 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner yeah, he bought a Model S and has two other cars so he doesn't have the room for it anymore. He was going to sell it but after seeing what they go for he asked if I wanted it. Worked out for me pretty well.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@callancollins7708 yeah it did!! Awesome brother!!
@garymartin78423 жыл бұрын
@@callancollins7708 a Model S is a blast in excelleration, he's got the quick speed addiction in vehicles
@corvettebmw3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 Electron Blue Corvette with tan interior, i live in South Florida so i can drive it anytime, great car.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Nice!! I drive mine all year too!
@Viper30483 жыл бұрын
My first C5 was a 2002 Electron Blue 6 speed with black interior! Probably my favorite color on a C5, it's beautiful.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@Viper3048 yeah electron blue really pops!
@sniperpronerfmods98112 жыл бұрын
I live in broward, how about you?
@corvettebmw2 жыл бұрын
@@sniperpronerfmods9811 I live in Bonita Springs in Lee County.
@vincenzogreco33703 жыл бұрын
Best Bang for the Buck...those that own one understand...I have a 2000 C5, reliable (it's a Chevy) and easy to maintain...the LS1 is a stout engine...it can be easily modified (if you so choose) if 350hp isn't enough! Great car, enjoy :)
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Vincenzo Greco exactly!! Enjoy!!
@SkyRCFanatic4 жыл бұрын
I agree. I have a 2000 C5 6 speed with 86k miles. Clean title and purchased it for $8,500. For $8500 there is no other car that you can get this performance from.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Randal yeah it’s a crazy value. I had an LS swapped RX7 that had $25k in parts. Buying a C5 at the time would have been a better buy.. and the c5 would have had A/C and been daily drivable..
@KurtWinters3 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner is the Best!!! I just subscribed, I've taken all his advice and starting collecting vettes too. I just uploaded a new video with similar content on my channel. PLZ watch/subscribe and gimme me some feedback/love ! Thank you !
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Kurt Winters subbed friend!!
@KurtWinters3 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner YOU DA MAN !
@echo519es Жыл бұрын
Just got a 2004 commemorative convertible 6 speed for 30k, 17,000 miles in mint new condition. ECS supercharger, meth injection, 3:42 Z06 rear, headers, straight pipes. Nicest, most powerful car I've ever owned.
@ricklipford87624 жыл бұрын
I agree nothing beats a C5 Corvette. I have a C5 2002 Corvette paid $15,000 for it it had 80,000 mi on it when I got it have a 100,000 mi on it now never had a bit of problems with the vehicle other than having to put a new battery and new tires. Never drive the vehicle in rain it has only been in the rain two times since I've owned the car 🚗. I enjoy getting it out on the weekends and yes it is a head turner.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Rick Lipford that’s awesome! Enjoy it!!
@phillfowler44573 жыл бұрын
After watching some of these videos on the C5, I was about to start looking at other cars. You talked me away from the ledge. I’m about to retire and want a weekend toy that I don’t have to crawl under and fix something all the time. Been looking for 04 manual Vertt, with less than 75 on it. Thanks
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Phill Fowler so far my experience has been wrench free unless I was doing something I wanted to!
@AnonAnon-qi4ts2 жыл бұрын
You summed it up perfectly. I still want a 911 and I bought my C7 was a placeholder, but it "won me over" and now I would be really sad to sell it. It would be heartbreaking.
@TotalLifeVictoryTVАй бұрын
Great vid! Love the insight! “Raw power” for the money! Thanks, friend.
@TheOneWhiteST Жыл бұрын
I paid $12k for a 99. 85,000 miles in 2022. Best $12k I've spent. Only bought tires and brakes/rotors. Runs really great!
@thedriverscorner Жыл бұрын
That’s great! You will love it!! Just picked up a stupid rough 2004 with 230k.. for $6k haha
@josels12923 жыл бұрын
2003 anniversary C5 owner. Z06 exhaust, C6 Z06 brakes and wheels. Bilstein shocks, MSD wires. Hoping to add a procharger soon.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Jose Ls1 is like to go boosted... may have to rebuild first
@roybishop61103 жыл бұрын
That's alot of work to lose 2 seconds in the 1/4
@jimmyjamesbbq3 жыл бұрын
Love the C5 and C6. You sure are making it hard to go with a C6!!! Getting ready to buy one. I want to drive from California to Bowling Green and back in a Corvette. I want the picture in the parking lot of the plant standing next to the corvette!!! Having a hard time between the 5 and the 6.
@youngestson65374 жыл бұрын
1999 c5 Corvette owner. Love it. New subber. Great review.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
youngestson 65 thanks!! Any mods to your new ride?
@youngestson65374 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner. No not yet only had it for a little over a year.
@kamikazie71993 жыл бұрын
youngestson 65 my friend is trying to sell me one, with 193k miles for 6k$ . I dunno what to expect any tips or advice ?
@youngestson65373 жыл бұрын
@@kamikazie7199. Man. Let me tell you. That's a great buy. It's gonna have a few quirks. But is to be expected. Believe me you will have tons of fun with that Corvette. 👍
@kamikazie71993 жыл бұрын
youngestson 65 my pal has let me test drive it, the top is super clinky, it makes a lot of noise, super low so you feel everything you run over lol but other then that, feels amazing . Clean title, starting to leak a little oil out to the exhaust, a little worrisome
@christopherdutro1682 жыл бұрын
Right-on! You will learn that we ( pre 01-C-5s) are the stepchildren of C-5 owners I have a "99" with an Automatic & love it but on the web it's Don't buy 97-00 C-5s there are some fairly good reasons why ours are a lot less expensive! ENJOY
@LEllis-ui3lx2 жыл бұрын
Cuz it's a pos not even a real car. U drive a sport Altima basically
@christopherdutro1682 жыл бұрын
@@LEllis-ui3lx nice guy
@forpinks4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid thinking of buying a c5 soon
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Aaron Jimenez you will not regret it!
@andrei19713 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. This is really helpful. And as someone who owned a similar shaped car (91 Trans Am) that drove west Tennessee interstate roads, I can relate to what you're saying. I loved that car on long road trips. I have New Edge Mustang GT and the Mustang is terrible on long road trips by comparison. But I've since sold that car and considering a Corvette. Thanks so much for the info + video!
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I hope you find one! Drive a few before pulling the trigger. They are all a little different
@cqe50093 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I just bought a 2004 Z06 with 124k miles. Hard to beat the speed for the price.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Chris Elwell that’s for sure!!
@bayaholic6793 жыл бұрын
How much did you pay if you don't mind me asking? I have an opportunity to buy the same car as you, a silver 2004 Z06 with 68k miles for $17k.
@cqe50093 жыл бұрын
@@bayaholic679 I paid $20k for mine. It had a good bit of extra parts on it over a stock car. The one you're looking at sounds like a good deal! There is a lot of info out there for what to look for when shopping for a car.
@ttspeedster89304 жыл бұрын
😎👍🏾💯🔥...new sub, current owner of 1987 c4 Vette, love Vettes
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
TT Speedster god to have you here!! I need a C4 in my life!
@rickhunter65134 жыл бұрын
Even more raw than the C5 is the C5Z06. Talk about car with even less creature comforts but it’s awesome. A true driving enthusiasts car👍🏼
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Rick Hunter for sure! I always thought I would do the zo6. But I really wanted the targa top... so instead I’m doing zo6 spec suspension and supporting power mods
@rickhunter65134 жыл бұрын
TheDriver’sCorner I can’t argue with that. A targa top is awesome whereas in the Z06, you’re stuck in the hardtop. What’s so great with the C5 platform is that you can turn it into whatever you want. Long live the C5👍🏼
@stewpittt2 жыл бұрын
I bought an 03Z06 about a month ago. Electron blue metallic, about 1877 or so made in 03. Least production color in that year, so there is a little bit of value to it. About 62,000 miles, I drove it for almost 6 straight hours after I bought it, back home. Great car, on the drive and it gets a ton of compliments and looks wherever I go
@JBsC63 жыл бұрын
The c5 looks to be in excellent condition on the video. 190k is awesome!
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! Yeah when I bought I was super surprised that with the mileage it was not totally destroyed!! I have obviously done some fix ups to make it sparkle but.. almost 200k miles now!
@mjphoto453 жыл бұрын
Love my 2000 triple black 6 spd convert
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I bet that top down driving is a blast!
@mjphoto453 жыл бұрын
A lot of fun. Just hooked up battery tender and getting ready for Winter in Nebraska
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@mjphoto45 bummer on the downtime up north.. how I feel about our boat..
@user-bt7qw8io4s3 жыл бұрын
@Mark Johnson i live in Nebraska as well. Just bought me a an 03 Targa. I love it. Let's ride some time
@Cleanelco91183 жыл бұрын
Just upgraded my c4 to a c5 and I’m happy with my 2001 vette
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Congrats!! You are going to love it!!
@the407353 жыл бұрын
Love the red. Just picked up a machine silver 2004 Z06 with 40,000 miles. I'm excited.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
You are going to love it!!
@brentmay63793 жыл бұрын
Great video, one year C5 owner myself, mine is a '03 Anniversary Edition and I love it.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Brent May nice!!!! Enjoy it!
@tommyhunt10763 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner just bought one Torch red and low
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Tommy Hunt sweet! You are going to love it
@MacLaw30843 жыл бұрын
is your the metallic red color with the bronze five spokes?!
@brentmay63793 жыл бұрын
@@MacLaw3084 yes...its called Anniversary Red Metallic and the wheels are Champaign I think
@toycorvette4 жыл бұрын
You nailed it 💪
@trlprk Жыл бұрын
I just picked up a ‘99 FRC 6-speed, absolute blast to drive. Don’t bother with the automatic, manual only imo. Also it’s really easy to find a nice one compared to other cars like mustangs and Camaros
@kdonely49433 жыл бұрын
You hit the nail on the head.
@markcrisp73154 жыл бұрын
Holy cow yea man a lot of bang for the buck & now Corvette is in your blood mine is a 2001 automatic, but with a 3000 stall & big came 614 lift chop chop & a blast to drive if I had to put a price on mine $25 k but it’s my baby all black on black my friend anyway you might just do an engine swap & keep the car a long time 💯🇺🇸😊✌️
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Mark Crisp they are way too good to be this cheap!!!
@octoman_games3 жыл бұрын
Im 39 too. Just got a 98' Targa with 90k miles for 10G flat. I also thought it was gonna be a beater, "Disposable" like you said... I WAS WRONG! I LOVE THIS FUCKING CAR!!! I find any excuse to drive it.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I know!!!
@mokeozinga72903 жыл бұрын
Just bought my first Corvette after wanting one since I was 5 for ye olde 40th bday. 1997, Sebring Silver, 6spd, 42k miles- I've put a few k since getting it and it's been great. Now, I'm averaging over 28 mpg, so driving my truck almost seems so uneconomical anymore- even with the difference in fuel prices. I had considered which performance upgrades to go with just to make mine a little different- Headers/Cam kit/ Cold air and maybe some high performance plugs etc. I was thinking that I'd be fine with around 450-475 hp at the crank. This car is still considered very quick- even 24 years later. And it is. With all of this said, think I'll just stick with a cold air and headers to preserve my mpg numbers. Who would of thought? Put the rest into suspension, tires and brakes etc. This is the exact reason that I bought the C5: Reliability, a wide range of affordable aftermarket parts and.......... fuel economy??? I'll probably have this car for a very long time.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I really am pretty much in the same boat...
@jeffb2432 жыл бұрын
You’re in Williamson County, right? We’d love to have you cruise with us next season. My car is in the line of C5’s at that Cars N Coffee you recorded
@jeffb2432 жыл бұрын
Mine is the red C5, next to the black one, when you’re talking about the values of the C5’s
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
Man I miss the group! I sold my C5 a little while ago, but am shopping again. Hate to say it, but I need an automatic to daily. A few knee surgeries have me in a rough spot.
@jeffb2432 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I saw your knee when you did the update on the seats. Sorry to know you sold your Vette
@jeffb2434 жыл бұрын
Our Corvettes are in your lead picture. Tommy’s is the red one on the end, Steve’s yellow one, my red one, Robert’s black Z06, etc, etc. I think this pic was taken in June.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
JeffB 243 yes sir!! Cars and Coffee event!
@jeffb2434 жыл бұрын
Only one I’ve been to. They said there were over 1,300 cars that day.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
JeffB 243 yeah it was huge!
@fritzmeynejr29833 жыл бұрын
Similar car backgrounds. We moved from 37 years of BMW and Porsches between my wife and myself. My '86 Porsche tuber still has better build quality, even today. However as you mention the C5 just does what you want from a real Sportscar where you are in control, not the computers and the safety Nazis. We have a convertible and an FRC, love them both and we will never go back to BMW or Porsche unless it's a 914 Chevy v8 or a late 80's 5 series, again with a Chery v8, but we would still keep the C5's.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I am totally done with BMW I think. I have an old 911 so can’t escape that. But.. the Vette is a hammer when you need a hammer!
@fonkydu1011 ай бұрын
great review !
@kleinbottled7911 ай бұрын
"I stopped hanging out with the Miata people because I feared for my life." Damn. I should look up my local Miata club. Sounds like a good time.
@thedriverscorner11 ай бұрын
Hahah no joke. But a husband and wife were killed in separate Miata outings.
@garybaugh83023 жыл бұрын
Picked up my 6spd z51 coupe 1 yr ago with 65k miles for $13k Pristine condition.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
That’s a killer car for the $$!!!
@rickfidler78843 жыл бұрын
If the Harmonic balancer hasn't been replaced do it ... cheap part high labor... prevents many worries
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. It’s on the list for sure. Tbh I honestly bought this expecting a rebuild in the future.. but it’s been so good!!
@J2A614 жыл бұрын
I hate pop up headlights because when I was a kid every trans AM I bought was 💩 and they never worked right 😂🤣
@stewpittt2 жыл бұрын
Respectfully, prices on these cars have climbed quite a bit, especially for a Z06… and seems depending on the color and mileage, that also makes a huge difference, And understandably so
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
True
@raulaa75184 жыл бұрын
Very useful for new buyers looking for a sports car. Great video! Where did you get those seats? So nice!!
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Raul AA seats came from eBay actually. They are made by “cypher”. Did an install vid on those too!
@raulaa75184 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner Many thanks!! Great video, seen now
@100720183 жыл бұрын
I can't believe your traction control still works in that thing LOL. Mine's a 99 with 69k miles and the ebcm is fried.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I know!! I’m on borrowed time for sure
@rwampler12 жыл бұрын
What size Grand Sport wheels are you running ? Are you running wheel spacers ? I think I asked you sometime back but forgot what you said, I’ve checked on reproduction wheels but they say they are back ordered then said they didn’t know if they’re going to make them anymore. Thanks enjoy your videos !
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
These are 18/19 setup reps in n c5 fitment so no spacers are needed. Got them from RW wheels.
@HarryTwatter3 жыл бұрын
got a 97 with 101k miles great car if you look past the 90s interior lol
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it for what it is.. also helps that I swapped out the seats, steering wheel, radio... haha
@lusianoramirez32452 жыл бұрын
Nice vid man
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@speedshack33662 жыл бұрын
Awesome video
@youngestson653 жыл бұрын
Excellent A1Top notch. Question. Size and name of the rims?
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
18 front 19rear. C5 fitment C6 Grandsport Wheels
@startingtech39003 жыл бұрын
thinking of buying one but the owner wants 6900$ its blue it has 260k miles and has leather black seats. its nice thinking of pulling the trigger but shes asking too much. how much should i pay its an 2003 1 owner garaged exampled and old lady owns it and used it as a highway commuter??
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
The market has shifted a little, $6900 isn’t “crazy” per se.. but I think $6000 would be a little more reasonable. Unless she has crazy records.. being a one owner you would at least know everything that’s been done. Being an 03 you have a few less issues to worry about with the abs module etc.. really though $6000 would be well worth it.. $5500 would be a great deal.. if the car has been maintained.
@startingtech39003 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner its a manual 6 speed too. thats what im thinking i want to get it for 5500. 5800-6000 at my mid high range and 6200 or im walking, dont need it but it would be nice to drive for a few months and see how im felling bc i know in april or may i could make about 2k on it where im from in norcal
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@startingtech3900 if you are looking to flip it’s a little risky due to miles.. but you probably know the market in your area. Here people don’t buy high mile cars so much.. so when I get something with high miles I count on it as a loss. Then anything I get out of it when I am done is totally cool
@startingtech39003 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner it’s got the removable top. I’m not sure what I would want. But even with high miles you don’t see them around here for 8k or less it’s the 6 speed manual 1 owner book of service work done. I know I could sell it if I needed. I’m not planning to flip but I know I could if I needed a backup. It’s like metallic blue w black leather 6 speed manual sweet car man
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@startingtech3900 buy it! 6 speed will pull a premium. But my bet is your hold it for a while
@metaljew44563 жыл бұрын
Somebody Please show me where to get a C5 Manual transmission Corvette for $10K-$15K ??? I can’t find these magical DEALS anywhere. THX!!
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Yikes have changed! I meant NOW! Haha
@0PsychosisMedia03 жыл бұрын
I really have my doubts on the reliability of the c5. Water Intrusion issues that cant be solved do to GM proprietary parts. Bad wheel bearings, Steering-wheel lockout system, ABS/Traction Control problem ,Knock sensors, even electrical issues that would put Mercedes to shame...Honestly the issues above would cost you at least 5-6k to solve and some cant even be solved. Granted this is research but these specific issues come up specifically with the 97-2003 years. I will keep watch to see if these is a honest review and price on the issues you may encounter .
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I would say, as with lots of cars there are odd issues that as they get older are harder to solve.. BUT with almost 200k miles on mine, knock on wood... most of those listed have not been an issue for this car.
@0PsychosisMedia03 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner im also frustrated with current cars with plastic motors..and old cars being projects that cost. Tho in general im suspect of GM as they seem to be the worst offenders of poor quality. Like i said i will be watching this channel to see this journey.
@SimplyJustRandomness3 жыл бұрын
Ya got some false info here...The non repairable EBCM stuff is 97-00, 01-04 is repairable. Want to clarify that for you all.
@uncledrew82974 жыл бұрын
I have a red 97 Covette but wanna get a 911 too you should do a video comparing the two
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Uncle Drew I wish I still had my 996 to do a side by side comparison.. perhaps I can borrow one!
@bayaholic6793 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner So which car do you prefer? I am torn between a 996 911 and a Z06.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
@@bayaholic679 I made a video comparing the two.. the corvette will always win for value to performance. It can’t be beat there.. the 911 was a great car to drive, better handling in stock form.. and in my opinion a more modeled form..but the penalty for failure is high. I talk about my engine rebuild etc in my other video..
@tacoman8643 жыл бұрын
I bought a 2000 but its an automatic 😥 but its still fun.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Taco Man no shame in that!!!
@clautamiralves7123 жыл бұрын
Sold my bike and now im looking to buy a c4 or c5.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Clautamir Alves I was specifically looking for a 6 speed 1996 C4 when I found my C5.. I don’t regret it.. although would still love a 1996 6Speed... they are pretty special if you look into them..
@clautamiralves7123 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner thank you for the infos. C4 in good shape its rare. I like the c5 look better. Lets see what ill find.
@flako15403 жыл бұрын
I’m like you “it will be around awhile” I looked for a long time till I found the perfect vette for me...went with the 2002 Z06
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Nice!! Mine isn’t perfect.. but that’s part of it’s perfection.
@jimbean95453 жыл бұрын
What I’m from Smyrna TN with a 2004 C5
@zstern78813 жыл бұрын
Can you link the video for your seat swap? What kind of seats did you get? I have a 2001 C5 and I'm looking for seats. Thanks
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Here is the video. You can buy them on eBay, Amazon etc. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWawd4qradqDjck
@RK-wb7ck4 жыл бұрын
What kind of seats are those? They don't look like the typical aftermarket corbeau seats.
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
R K they are made by Cypher. They have the exact (nearly) dimensions of the corbeau seats.
@jaleeckflathead96403 жыл бұрын
Waiting on tax refund. This year is the year im buying the C5. Truthfully, I'm getting mine in automatic. I'm fine not banging gear. But we'll never know until that day. It might be manual.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with an auto! Personal preference for sure!
@jaleeckflathead96403 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner agreed. It's going to be my daily to work and back. For me the corvette is the american Ferrari. It just give me that feeling when driving it.
@Randy_Cox Жыл бұрын
"Corvette guys dont have a bad reputation".🤣🤣🤣 every Corvette I have seen has been a gray hair that wouldn't know how to turn the traction control off to do a burnout.🤣
@thedriverscorner Жыл бұрын
Exactly!! Hahah
@6.2Slomaro3 жыл бұрын
What you think about a 98 C5 130k M6 for 10k?
@default93504 жыл бұрын
Do you have a link or any more information on the seats? How tall are you?
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
default9350 I’m 6ft 1inch. Here is a video I did on the install. Links are peppered through the comment section kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWawd4qradqDjck
@terrysigmon31194 жыл бұрын
I have a 1995 SS IMPALA a 63 SS Impala and a 65 Convertable Impala. I've been itching to get one of these since my oldest daughter graduated college my middle age daughter just graduated HS and my youngest is driving next year. I told my kids I was giving them each one and they're ready to collect. I actually meant they would get them when they got older or I died but they're ready to drive. The good thing is I get to buy another car for daddy. I've heard the 2004 is the best C5 made. Any suggestions???
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Terry Sigmon “best c5’s” are 2001 and newer.
@vtwinpower18972 жыл бұрын
I got a 2001 zo6 procharged n meth injection 840hp . I love the thing I bought it done like this with 24.000km for 26k Canadian. 5 yrs later I STILL LOVE THIS CAR!!... can anyone tell me is it worth changing the seats ? I'm 6.1ft 235lbs fit man. I don't find the seats that bad for cruising. I was wondering if I changed the seats would I b crunched in it, plus I'm 60!.. it's just a nice cruising toy ,I don't race it but she has been down the track a few times ,best run she did was 10.01 140mph ET! Let me know any feed back about seats if someone could tell me if it's worth changing CHEERS FROM🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦✌
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
I’d say a nice set of corbeau seats would be a great upgrade. I’m a Canadian transplant myself, B&R outside Toronto.
@vtwinpower18972 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner thanks brother!✌
@vtwinpower18972 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner Sarnia ont
@ragsschoolofmusic3 жыл бұрын
what wheels are you running??
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
These are C6 Grandsport replicas in c5 fitment. 18/19 setup
@MacLaw30843 жыл бұрын
if something happened this one would you get another or would you try something else?
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Good question! I’d probably try and get a 2000-2005 with lower miles.. or a C6 GS
@MacLaw30843 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner nice im lookin at a couple of C5’s, both silver and look to be in great shape; bout $18k tho but both under 50k (2003 & 2004).
@ugutierrez553 жыл бұрын
Thanks to Covid Corvettes going up $$
@lucysmith42423 жыл бұрын
I picked mine up 78,000 clean Carfax (no wrecks) for 7500$ 2 weeks ago
@alexisdiaz42173 жыл бұрын
@@lucysmith4242 Where did you find that good of a deal!?
@lucysmith42423 жыл бұрын
@@alexisdiaz4217 It had bad EBCM, cracked rear view mirror, broken horn, no parking break, and it was a 98 A4. It's about KBB value. But looks great in and out
@ankholla43 жыл бұрын
What seats are those?
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
I have most of the info in this video: They are inexpensive Cypher seats C5 Corvette EBAY/ Amazon BUDGET Race Seat Installation
@freemantwins87314 жыл бұрын
Best 6k I ever spent
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
That’s a killer bargain!
@freemantwins87314 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner you've seen my car on CAR-NIVORES
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
Freeman Twins oh sweet, that’s you?!
@freemantwins87314 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner yup! This is my personal lol
@puertoricanjj46914 жыл бұрын
About how much you paid ?
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
jason Acevedo buy in just under $7. Plus mods since
@Wayne_Firebird3 жыл бұрын
😂😂 "I fear for my life"
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Wayne Huynh hahah! Sad but true
@cp60273 жыл бұрын
A car guy should know better than pass on the right.
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you don’t have any other choice my friend..
@ajcates91362 жыл бұрын
You still have c 5
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I don’t at the moment. I will be getting another one!!
@ajcates91362 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner man I think c5 is best bang for the buck hot rod we will wait get a flood car and film the rebuild and it will make great content just a idea thanks buddy
@trentbuckle68802 жыл бұрын
Kinda a long winded babble there. Nothing that couldn't have been summarized in 5 minutes or less. Just saying.
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
Not as easy as it looks to say so little while saying so much.. takes a lot of practice.
@futurestrader64352 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner Ya I know. It will take a lot of hard work and prep…but it would/will increase your viewership x10-100 fold. Best to you and your efforts.
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
@@futurestrader6435 I am actually retooling. Still a process, hard to plan these videos, shoot them, and manage my real life too. I hope to hit my stride soon.
@LEllis-ui3lx2 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner oh life so hard boo hoo 😭😔🤢😒
@thedriverscorner2 жыл бұрын
@@LEllis-ui3lx naw My life kicks ass… try a little less piss in your cheerios!
@davidclancy53743 жыл бұрын
Old mans car dated
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Ya think? I am pushing 40..
@radioflitercairplanes17153 жыл бұрын
The C5 is incredible. My 2002 has 46K on it and it runs like a car that is 19 weeks old not 19 YEARS old ! Is it the gastest thing on the road ? No ! Is it one of the coolest cars on the road ? Awww heck yeah ! The power is comparable to some Aston Martin's & some Ferrari's of the same time period. The C5 is beyond fun and satisfying to drive. I live the car and maintain it properly , i would not hesitate to drive this car from the East coast to West coast and back. The Corvette is as American as Apple pie & 4th of July ! I am not one to bash anyone else for what they drive A C1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Your grandfathers Torino, a Fox body stang...a all original Chevelle,.. whatever blows you hair back and makes you happy..for me i have run through some 60s and 70s classics & landed on two C3's, now a C5 & it is truly amazing in the power and handling department , also get very high marks for the "cool factor". See mine here & share your C5 ! A small C5 groups with member from the U.S.A. France & Hungary✌facebook.com/groups/1884525308370279/?ref=share
@thedriverscorner3 жыл бұрын
Cheers!!
@raymondshartrand24172 жыл бұрын
We just got our first Corvette at 66 years old. Never thought we would own one. What hooked us is the C5 body style. Ours is the base model automatic & love it. 👍
@davidrogers83004 жыл бұрын
What seats are those?
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
david rogers www.ebay.com/itm/392740500804
@davidrogers83004 жыл бұрын
@@thedriverscorner do they just bolt in or did you need to buy extra hardware?
@thedriverscorner4 жыл бұрын
david rogers here is the install video I made. Had to buy brackets and a handful of bolts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWawd4qradqDjck