C5 Corvette: The UNDENIABLE Reasons This Car CAPTIVATES Fans Worldwide!

[@JohnSmith-ti2kp]

My wife said that it was either her or the Corvette, i hope she is doing well wherever she is.

[@KelvinSmithSr]

😂

[@johnlangford7336]

@@JohnSmith-ti2kp Too funny!🤣My 2 ex wives can’t say a thing and my girlfriend loves it!

[@williamtricarico6684]

Just out of High School I lost a girlfriend over my C-3. One of her complaints was that I spent more time and money on the car. As she walked out the door, I had all freshly chromed parts spread out on my fire place seating area, she picked up my brand new "Stingray" emblems and broke them between the Sting and Ray. I still have a broken "Sting" 40+ years later. I had to accept that she was right.

[@cynthiagrillo8071]

I told my husband he's gotta accept the fact I'm gonna twin turbo my C5 and make it a drift car. He's coming to terms with it

[@dgiorgi2001]

ha ha ha atta boy Johnny, I am sure the vette will be more dependable that she was wherever she is now, ha ha ha

[@johnlangford7336]

I just bought an 04 C5 a few months ago 45k miles and it still looks brand new. Some people ask if it’s new. No, it’s 20 years old. Most can’t believe it. Absolutely love everything about it.

[@JohnSmith-ti2kp]

@johnlangford7336-- I have the same and feel the same way, but only 28k miles.

[@FrancoisTCS]

Welcome to the community

[@seangeist9495]

Same here! Bought a 2004 Magnetic Red C5 with 49k back in May. My first Vette. Enjoy yours! I'll do the same.

[@brianwilson415]

Same here just bought an 04 with 41k hard not to like.

[@benedictdonald4338]

I had an ‘04 which I purchased in 2015 with 22k miles. Had to ditch it in ‘17 as it suffered all of the common electrical issues of that generation. It was fun while it lasted, however.

[@tman406]

I have a 2004 LeMans C5. The group I ride with gets on me about getting a C7/8. After your video I'm no longer tempted to give in. 68K on the clock and now I know I have many more miles to enjoy behind the wheel. Always enjoy your videos. Be blessed.

[@linleyvanacore3036]

I have a c5 and c7 I am just as happy with the c5 than I am the c7. each car has its own charm.

[@MCGDEC]

Bought mine new in 04 and was tempted to sell it several times. Runs like the day I bought it. There is a wiring harness if you have the rear cd changer the gives you a auxiliary jack you can plug a Bluetooth receiver so streaming audio or calls if you have the original head unit.

[@Carl-un1rr]

Thanks for reminding me of what a great car I own. I have a ‘98 C5 6 speed convertible with 31000 miles in mint shape. I agree with everything you said which makes me happy to own it. My only concern is the unrepairable ECBM. No problem at all so far but I can’t help worrying after all the negative chatter on the forum. I drive it a few times a week being it’s my pleasure/fun car. If you should ever have a solution for replacing or repairing please let me know. For now at almost 77 years old it still makes me be young again. Thanks Lyle

[@jeffmcmillan2813]

Nice carl!

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Hey 😊 You are 77 years of childlike life. 😮 Especially in a Corvette. 😊

[@CorkVanDenHandel]

Nailed it again. My 22-year-old C5 is my daily driver, our long road trip car, and our curve-straightener. As you said, the shape is classic; looks are subjective, but the C5 will never look totally dated, similar to another curvaceous beauty, the E-Type Jag.

[@richardelliott8352]

rounded organic shapes are the way to go folded up cars look like transformer toys, they may be fast , but not classic compared to designs that age well.

[@jeidm9936]

I have an 02 convertible and always get compliments. Never selling it!

[@richardhughes6464]

Good points - I would suggest that they apply equally to the C6.

[@martinrichelsoph5191]

I love my 2004 C5 LeMans Commererative convertible. I'm 79 and definitely not a "boy racer" . I love that the car can cruise along at the speed limit, but take off like a rocket if I need to. I've got about 106,000 miles on my baby because I believe Corvettes are meant to drive and in the Phoenix area I can drive it all year long.

[@raymondshartrand40]

Lyle. I did not know you were that tall. It’s cool that you still own a C5. Great video. 👍👌👋🏻

[@Chris-Nico]

Excellent! Book: All Corvettes are Red. Don’t let the title throw you, it’s all about how GM struggled with development of the C5, fascinating read. But everything you said about the C5 I will say translates to the C6. Lyle, 6’11”!!! Yowza… amazing you can fit in the car. Thanks again for another great video 👍🇺🇸

[@stephendibari5010]

Yes I read “All corvettes are red” before I bought my 99 Hardtop last year. Awesome book, GM almost killed off the Corvette due to lack of funds. As Lyle said they put a lot of money into the drivetrain and they definitely skimped on the interior quality. I love the interior layout especially the dashboard, dials and everything analog. Especially my 99 Hardtop which has manual hvac controls.

[@seangeist9495]

I actually bought my copy of the book from Lyle at Carlisle this year!

[@vikingtrad3r]

My wife agrees. She refuses to drive my c4's but loves her c5

[@petermiller9631]

My 2003 manual medium spiral gray convertible had the best factory paint job of any Corvette I've owned, including the C6 GS and the C8. The ride was amazing and the gas mileage was around 26-28mpg on the highway. I miss it.

[@samuelmurphy8692]

I was born in '91 and grew up in a tiny NY town upstate with zero cool cars, ever. My Grandmother had a condo in NJ I would visit, and around '97 a silver C5 appeared, always parked, sparking a lifelong passion for cars. I still hope to own a C5 someday, to keep forever... Silver, for sure. Great video!!!

[@scoutdogfsr]

I had an older friend sell me his original owner 04 z06 after he decided the car was too much for him at his age. With 66k on the clock the car is fresh. I enjoy it more than my C7 Z06. My wife now drives the c7 as her toy and I get a 100% pure driver's car that is free of things that add nothing to the performance factor.

[@jaxoneering5469]

This is how I feel. IMO the C5Z is easily the best 'Drivers" Corvette ever made. Each year they got more refined and lose just a little bit of the rawness that the C5Z has in its DNA. Two of my buddies have C6Z's and when they drive my C5Z they always tell me, "Man, that car just hits different". I know stock a C6Z is a bit faster but its not always about that.

[@MemphisStreetOutlawsPAWPAW]

Having owned most of the corvettes made,my assertion is it is the best one ever built. They are literally hard as iron. The interior in my 2001 Z06 was heavily panned but at 140k miles it still looks and smells new with minor wear on the drivers seat. No corvette made before that would look like this after 25k miles. They really got the C5 right.

[@danabbene6507]

I have had 4 different C5 Z06's over the years (sold my 2003 last year) and now own a C7 Z06. I still love those C5's! I think they are the best body style even though I love all the generations of Corvettes. I would be happy to own another C5.

[@danlaur7973]

There isn't a "hard" edge on a C6 other than the top of the rear bumper cover...it truly is the last of the round body lines generation

[@iansouch]

I’ve owned my C5 Coupe now for nearly 3 years, it’s my dream car. I’m 6'4" & it fits so much so that when on the cruise control I can stretch out with my feet under the pedals & still not touch the end. It’s fast, handles like it’s on rails (Z51) does more to the gallon than my VW T3 (Vanagon) camper. It turns heads just with the sound at first & here in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿so so rare. Can’t wait until it’s back on the road in the spring. It’s a long winter😏

[@nufsed]

Did a 4200 mile road trip this past summer in my 04. Not one issue, she ran like a new car. Went through all kins of weather. Heavy rain, 120 degrees through the desert, hail in the mountains, and top off down the west coast. I think we'll do another one next summer. And, got 32 mpg on the open road.

[@rodz6331]

Great Video, Proud owner of a 04' C5 (21000 miles)

[@switchlanez]

My 5 guesses before watching thru the vid: Performance, practicality, reliability, affordability, design

[@csvette]

Pretty darned close!! :) Lyle

[@beerrun1550]

Budgeting a lift for my garage to fit a C5 in the garage with my 01 Camaro SS. Similar but different. Both are Great Cars. Thanks Lyle

[@billmcmeekin7909]

We have a four post Bendpack and love it. Our C6Z sits on top of our Boss, and gives us much more shop space. Good luck, you're going to love it, cheers from Canada :⁠-⁠)

[@raymondshartrand40]

I still have the original seats in our C5. They are fine for me & I have long legs & had back surgery 40 years ago. Just did a 312 mile trip yesterday & no sore back or legs etc. Also I have never had a problem with the interior. I like it & see very little wrong with the quality. Yes parts are going to break, crack & dry out. We love ours.

[@kennyTraub]

I agree with all You have stated. The c5 is also the corvette savior. C5 saved the corvette line. Thanks to some secret. money movement at Chevy to keep the c5 alive

[@BrianSGuitars]

Pop up headlights is what makes it cool! I upgraded mine to Bi-LED from Sharp Light Innovations, and had C&S do the install!

[@jrbdtx]

That's funny, I was just standing at my kitchen sink, looking out the window at my 50th AE, started this video...50th AE over your shoulder. I love driving that car. Also, on the popup headlights...zero UV damage. No need to polish/replace yellow headlights. Worth every penny I paid. I just wish it wasn't so hard to find Shale interior parts. I'm hoarding spare interior panels as I find them...

[@richardelliott8352]

I wasn't buying a particular color, just the best used car I could easily find only later did I learn about the parts advantage of a black interior

[@njchas]

In March I sold my C5 mainly due to my wife’s health concerns, lack of a garage and lack of time to maintain a 22 year old car. I now have a 2021 Lexus RC350 Fsport and love it, but, this is the first time/influence/presentation where I truly regret it. Good job! You reminded me of all the reasons I loved the car. I’ve always had, in the back of my mind thoughts of getting a newer one someday but I’m now questioning that idea.

[@gforcecache]

100 percent agree. I have driven mine through almost every state and I never give a thought to it not being there for me. I shouldn’t have so much love for an inanimate object, but I do.

[@trlprk]

I have a ‘99 frc that I bought two years ago with 118k on the clock. It now has 132k on it and I haven’t had to do anything to it. I daily drive it from April until November. Wonderful machine

[@gforcecache]

I bought my 99 seven years ago and have traveled to almost every state. I love it and I think with the MTG shifter and Tick performance clutch master cylinder I installed, it is in even better shape than when it was new.

[@C6BlueDevil]

I bought my C6 about 12 years ago and currently have 135k on it here in the northeast. I also have 2 other cars, but the C6 is my daily for the most part and has been extremely reliable. The aftermarket is huge, and parts are relatively cheap for the levels of performance you get. A new c8 has been tempting, but there is nothing better than owning a car that you owe nothing on and can still outperform 99% of what's on the road 👍

[@domkirk4408]

I was born in 89 and live in Germany. I saw the first C5 in 98. A US Soldier owned it and I didn’t even understand how cool it was. Now Im a C5 owner and oh boy! Everything you said is so true. It’s so true, people don’t believe me when I say, the high gas bill is only my fault and not the car’s. It’s also my only car and people have asked me how I grocery shop. Then they see the trunk. Im also sharing your mechanics opinion. It’s so nice to have a bare-bone interior, it gives the car a charm because that’s exactly what people expect from a sports car. Then you show them its HUD. I could go on and on. This car has a bunch on unexpected tricks in its sleeve!

[@stevek8829]

Bei hellem Sonnenlicht schwer zu sehen. Ich habe gelernt, es zu ignorieren, Zuverlässigkeit ist der Schlüssel.

[@KA-te7xk]

I OWN 2 C5 CONVERTIBLES. 2001 35K miles & 2002 60K miles both with RED gutz. I had a feeling the bodylines would be timeless. I get compliments and heads turn everytime i bring them out.

[@craigswanson7478]

Great video. I completely agree. I love my 2004 commemorative Z06 and will keep it forever

[@Marek-co7fr]

For me, it is also relevant because C5 returned Corvette to racing - BIG TIME !

[@mzmishel7953]

I agree! My 1998 C 5 is my first Corvette and I LOVE IT! I live in SoCal and it is mostly my daily driver. It is sporty, stylish, comfortable and gets great gas mileage. Where I live, I see people driving Lambos, Ferrari, Lotus, Bentley, etc and I get comments from THEM all the time that they LOVE my C5😂. It’s cheaper than a Camry, and sooooooooo much cooler! 🎉❤thanks for the great vids! And I love my new visors!

[@chiefs777]

Great video as always. I bought my 2004 LeMans model in 2010 with low mileage 25K. My dream car in that blue color. Just turned 35K. Yes, not a daily driver. A few issues here and there, the horn sticking on in traffic was a crazy thing. Overall, for a 20 year car (I'm not going to say old because she looks almost new) this car was designed and built very well. C5 Vettes rock!

[@JohnSmith-ti2kp]

I have the same, but only 28k miles. I love that car. It is used just for fun every other week or so on well maintained and very curvy mountainous roads.

[@chiefs777]

@@JohnSmith-ti2kp Very cool. Still thinking about the exhaust and induction mods.

[@FrancoisTCS]

Love that blue and model, hard to find in Europe.

[@JohnSmith-ti2kp]

@@FrancoisTCS They are actually rare in the U.S. also. For some reason most people don't want blue, but ask them what their favorite color is, blue.

[@chiefs777]

@@JohnSmith-ti2kp If I remember correctly, Chevy kept the same or very similar blue for several years in the early C6 era. And a few years ago I saw a C7 in the area where I live that looked a lot like the LeMans blue.

[@gregkistner1955]

Well said!!

[@richardelliott8352]

sweet spot is right. As a C5 owner, I could listen to this stuff all day long. As a guy who came of age driving English sports cars, I was looking at the platform , would I be happy putting money long term into the design, and of course, it had to fit my body comfortably. I was taken aback to discover the car was built primarily for american style fun, with the added benefit that GM knows the american consumer tends to abuse machines, so a good owner will have a regular yank tank.. A major enjoyment for me is that the top goes down flush with no sight obstructions. I find this openness, besides the obvious benefits, has the unexpected advantage of drawing friendly interactions with pedestrians and other drivers , something that doesn't happen surround by bodywork or wearing a helmet. the stock design is more than sufficient for my needs, with the benefit of less stewardship and money required.

[@GregorioLonewolf]

Great video Lyle. yes, I love the lines of my 2003 Z06 and it has just enough of a nose lower rake with the body lines flowing upwards as if flows to the back. Giving me what we did in the 60's and 70's Hot Rod Muscle Car look. The interior is perfect for me and the HUD is marvelous. I don't need all the new screens, push button start etc. etc. stuff with my car. I do have Blue Tooth installed and a garage door opener (button) but they are hidden in the ashtray in front of the shifter. Speaking of shifter it may not be my old school muscle car 4 speed but do I love to run thru the 6 gears I have now. What my wife loves about our 2nd C5 is that she can actually get into it so mucher easier than any of my 2 C4's or 2 C3's. And it's more comfortable to her. She is also glad the seats are tall enough to catch her head when I give it a little gas. lol. My Corvettes, all of them that I have owned have been daily driver's. Yes, rain, snow but not too much as I draw the line on anything above 1-2 inches, bottom feeder. Being from San Francisco and now in Portland, Oregon I drive in any weather and long or short trips. Oh, lastly how cool is it that we see our dash light up with a Black Light? I totally agree with you on why we love our C5's. I say- Drive. Smile. wave. It's a beautiful day to drive your Vette.

[@richardelliott8352]

GM got the heads up tech straight from Hughes aircraft, which it bought to bring it's somewhat behind the market electronics up to speed. Toyota was the only other company offering a heads up display at the time, but it was markedly inferior, said to be fuzzy

[@geoffreymckenzie5561]

Great video. I have a 02 c5z and love it. I’m one of two people in my. Corvette club with a c5. Just when I think I might change it, I go for. drive, and that quickly reminds me of why I enjoy it soooo much.

[@williamtricarico6684]

Almost everytime i go anywhere people always ask what year it is and compliment my 2000 Arctic White 6spd base. Surprisingly, it's many of the younger generations who really like it. Ive owned many Corvettes, C1,C2,C3,C4,and C5. I currently own a 75 coupe, an 87 Convertible, and my 2000. By far my favorite of all to work on is the C4 platform but none can match the durability and reliability of a C5. I daily drive mine(145K) and beat the crap out of it daily. It always does what i need it to do. After 24 years it still outperforms 90% of anything on the road today in all aspects. Its arguably, the last sexy Corvette design.

[@d.michaelpratt5987]

An excellent video! I’ve owned my 2001 C5 roadster for 20 years, and driving it never fails to make me smile. Oh, you’ll cry when it is time to change the tires, but if you’re not tracking the car, or drifting around corners, and are not a fan of side-stepping the clutch at 3000 rpm (not that there is anything wrong with any of these, if you like to do these), the tires will last a surprisingly long time. I live in the frozen Northeast and have to store the car for 6 months a year. I put a trickle charger on it, and as Lyle says, when April or May rolls around, I get in the car, turn the key, and drive off. Just a great cruiser. A superb and fun car. I really don’t know why all car guys - and car gals - don’t own one!

[@that_thing_I_do]

Ahhhh but the history.....It was the highlight of the September midshow presentation on "Bonanza" by Chevrolet..".And here is this year's Corvette!"

[@Rons-yz5qt]

Really enjoy your videos. I got my second C5 last week. It is a base 2002 silver convertible six speed, with 28k miles. I showed it to a doctor friend today. He could not believe a 22 year old car could still look brand new lol. I put led headlights, backups etc. in already. But for the life of me I can not figure what aftermarket exhaust to get. This factory one sounds like something a grandma would drive. I don't want loud at all, just something more. Be glad to read comments. I got one already from another thread and am figuring what exhaust to get.

[@alboogie2725]

Start with the X pipe, not loud at all, just let’s the LS1 breathe better…

[@oscarfuentes280]

I bought a base model 2004 c5 coupe. I fixed the seat using a video of you! I love it. I’s beautiful and powerful, it’s also my daily driver here in Houston… i also became a fan of you!

[@jerryarkema3870]

I have owned a 2002 c5 for 4 yrs and love it. My question is how in world at 6'11" do you fit into this car?

[@stever41g]

Thx Lyle. Feel the same way about my 08 C6. Wow, 6'11" surprised you fit in the C5. lol

[@jeffreyjacoby1133]

I have two 2004 C5s , 1 spiral grey metallic with 52000 on it and 1 lemans blue commemorative with only 639 miles on it , yes that is 639 actual mileage ! Love the C5

[@samuelbonilla1474]

Lyle, I agree with you. I can probably afford to see it but I’m gonna buy myself a C5. I’m now 60 years old and I think I deserve it. My wife doesn’t understand it at all, but whenever I see a C5 in an older movie or in a photo I really like the way they look And then durability really turns me on so I’m gonna buy one.

[@kenhigginbotham4989]

Lyle, thanks for the comments. I have has my 2004 C5 convertible for about 6 years now and I still love it. I also have a 1978 in anniversary colors. I love that car as well but for different reasons. I agree with your analysis of the 5 reasons the C5 remains relevant. They are just great cars. I am thankful for the corvette division folks back in the mid 90's for persevering and fighting for the C5. Keep the great videos coming. I would appreciate some instructional video's on ageing problems, like my de laminating left hand side outside rear view mirror. Please consider something like that in the future. Thank you, Ken Higginbotham

[@OldRustySteele]

I have a 50th Anniversary convertible. When I drive with the top down, I get so many waves, thumbs up, and compliments on what a great looking car it is. It’s simply a fantastic car, and the fact that GM almost killed it makes it even more of a success story.

[@jamesdoerr4318]

You do not have a real Corvette if your headlights are not hidden. The C5 is the best Vette for a daily driver. Your channel has helped me with my C5, and I thank you for your time to help others. You can put your dog (Doberman) in the back (she thinks it is the best car in the world) and your girlfriend's luggage and drive across the country knowing you can always get service. Dave Hill and his team knocked this one out of the park. Now, this is just my opinion. Again, Lyle, thank you for everything.

[@scottsears9805]

I have a 2000 vert So fun , still get thumbs up a lot All stock. I worked at building this car at bowling green assembly. I always would look at the yellow convertible going down the line and I thought one day I will have one of those. And pop up headlights are so cool . Love my C5

[@geofschwer1625]

Not everyone will agree with this, but they also make a great platform for the ‘53 Corvette Convertible kit that was marketed several years ago. I loved ‘em and them seem to possess all the good stuff about Corvettes: the original design paired with a great chassis, drivetrain and interior.

[@richardelliott8352]

I liked them at the time, but now seem kind of weird and misshapen, a little too wide to carry the original old design cues well

[@Amazeman32]

Recently picked up a ‘01 at auction with 35k for just 13.6k! All my friends can’t believe the condition it’s in for a 23 year old car (only 3 months older than me! 😅) She’s a blast to drive around and I can’t wait till spring!

[@FrancoisTCS]

Welcome to the community. Save the wave,👋🏼

[@OMEGATECH]

Hey Lyle, I'm not as tall as you, but at 6.4, I fit like a glove and in some cases some have actually asked me what kind of car is it because lately a lot of Corvette have gone for the latest and greatest Corvette and have kind of Forgotten this body style probably because they're not so many of them around at least where I live and thank you for this video which is an inspiration to get me back to health so I can go back to driving my Corvette again👍

[@themanwithnoname7576]

My first Corvette was a C5 (2001). It really is the best of old & new.

[@C4VETTELT1]

I love everything about the C5 except for the looks of the car and the interior! Probably the worst seats out of any generation corvette! But drive train and suspension!!!!..... chefs kiss!!!

[@mww4612]

Nice I have a 1997 C5 with the Zs1 Pkg just put 90,000 miles on it still running strong !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@fritzmeynejr2983]

Exactly...right on point and your expertise and support are also first class. Thank you.

[@jeffmcmillan2813]

Just got my 1rst vette...c5 50th vert....luv this car...in canada....so its gone to bed for 4 or 5 months now....as of nov 15th

[@Wondersell]

Even on the other side of the world, it still stands out and brings smiles to people.. Named mine Corvo, the black crow.. looks like one too..

[@ricardoroarke]

I bought a C3 about 9 months ago - love it. You make a strong case for the C5 - I’ll probably get one in the next year.

[@santa-johnenoch2625]

Another great video. Totally agree with you, we break out our ”summer sleigh” and folks love it. Thumbs up everywhere and folks are stunned that she is a '98. We call her "Ruby", second cousin to Rudolph! Smiles all around!

[@KyleSS01]

Ive had my 2002 Base C5 since I was 24, 35 now over the years the car has been a blast, have done A&A supercharger on it,wide body,wheels,complete engine rebuild etc etc. The car has been so much fun. Looking to hand it off to my son when he is old enough to continue the hobby years down the road. Love the channel! Thanks😎

[@robertfriedman377]

Lyle . . . You knocked it out-of-the-park with this vid. Nice work. I absolutely love my stock 2000!

Yup I agree, though I have never owned one, but I've been doing track day road course events for many years, and the C5 and C6 are the best production based cars you can buy for road racing, and by far the most popular, first they are bullet proof, second with a little work they are as fast on a road course as anything you can buy today. I bought a wrecked 93 Camaro from a junkyard and built a track car, I won't go too much into that because this is about the incredible Corvette, just to say I went back to the gen ll LT1 I feel it is a better engine for road racing, and I have put 200 thousand miles on this car on race tracks only, with 600 plus HP engines, and the chassis is as solid as the day it was built, these gen 4 Camaro's like em or not were very well built, and it is faster than the Vettes, but also far from stock.

[@user-Dr.]

Sorry, this black one is the junkyard car turned racecar, the red one I bought new, a pre production special order.

[@kallo182]

2:08 Someone please tell me what those Rims/Wheels are, and where i can buy them? They look Awesome!!!

[@Mazak23]

I just need the prices on a 2002-2004 Z06 to keep declining until April. That’s when I’ll have enough money to buy one if I can find a decent example.

[@classiccorvettesmusclecars5846]

I agree with the C5 having a timeless design that looks clean & not dated. I owned one for 9 1/2 years. But I give the widebody C6 an edge on great looks. I on,y updated to a 2013 Grand Sport for that reason.

[@V29546]

Fully agree with everything stated in this video. I went with a C6 but man I did give the C5 a hard look. In fact there was a cool stock yellow Z06 I was tempted on but it was a bit to far away from where I live... about a week later a clean 2013 GS was only 4 hours away and I just jumped on it as I was ready to buy and start enjoying these wonderful cars. C5 though, mad contender with plenty of after market support with the perk of pop up headlights.

[@stevedolan5065]

Thanks Lyle, you make a lot of excellent points, c5 and c6 are my two favorites. I like various aspects of all the generations, but only having the ability to own one Corvette at a time, these make the most sense for the reasons you mentioned. My car is a c6 base (2008).

[@kasimgf]

I love my 50th Anniversary C5!!

[@OldRustySteele]

Me too! Is yours a coupe or convertible? Mine is a convertible! Love it!!

[@3rdRockFTS]

@@OldRustySteele mines a convert also! Love it!

[@doug2993]

I've been enjoying my 02 for years now, I bought it for cheap, with high miles. It runs great, and is reliable, solid car. Yeah, good video. I like vehicles that require a physical key that gets inserted and turn it. Not a fan of buttons.

[@sherryswisher8911]

The C5 has the bones of the C6-7 but not as much of the computer and electronics. The C5 also incorporates old styling cues with a modern engine and chassis. The LS engine. It is easy to work on. There are a ton of them and many in good low mile condition. Many afgordable parts The best thing about the C5 is we have a guy named Lyle that shows us how to fix things!

[@domcacciola4205]

Thanks for doing this. Have you ever compared the 5 to the 6. I personally like the 6 better but not the headlights. Thanks for keeping us informed

[@darindelegal1102]

I've had a C4, C6, C7, and C8 (still have the C6 & C8), but somehow missed the C5. I've always had the idea of picking up a C5 FRC to build into an autocross car for some weekend fun with the local clubs here.

[@richknudsen5781]

OK, I'll ad my two cents since I own four of them, a 98, two 99's and an 01. Electrically they can be a pain in the ass. But the engine is solid, the transmissions work great, they handle awesome even stock and most of all it's the best looking Corvette to come out of the design studio since the 57 C1. All the rest of the things are common with any car.

[@gsmith207]

Nailed it! I need a Z06 FRC now! this was great. I learned a lot as well about the C5 compared to my C4 ZR1. love that

[@mullighanistan3422]

I love my C5! I think it has the best ride of all my Corvettes (C4,5,6,7)

[@mikerisner]

This sort of discussion would be fun for each generation of Corvette.

[@csvette]

Absolutely! Will do! :) Lyle

[@Zipoleth]

I knew you were big but I didn't know you're pushing 7 feet! I'm 6'8" and find myself bonking my head at times in my '04. I don't understand how you can fit at all. You're also a lot broader than I am.

[@Gotmath8]

Respect to the C5 tribe. I'm team C4. 96 LT4 coupe in Polo Green. ✊🏽 But I'd love that stiffer frame and easier egress. My only hangup is that I don't like the look of the FRC/Z06. I much prefer the lines of the coupe. So the top C5 just doesn't appeal to my eye.

[@scoutdogfsr]

@@Gotmath8 I love the open hood and incredible engine bay access of the c4. My step dad bought one new in 86 and we tracked that car hard at every autocross event we could find. We pissed off countless Porche owners in the process. Especially that a 19yr old was smoking them in an American car.

[@herkloader34]

I'm with ya, man. I have a '91 ZR1 and still to this day, the LT5 stands on its own. The styling of the C5 never grabbed me. It's a pussified version of Corvette to make the old folks happy with owning a Corvette. The later C4s were more genuine in-your-face race cars, but lacked the high end horsepower due to the ridiculous EPA requirements of the day. And that cheap interior? Yes, worse than well kept C4s. Tupperware, shit quality. The LS engines are the only big thing that made C5s a big hit. If it weren't for those, it would've gone the way of the Cavaliers. Back to C4s, that clamshell hood was a hit back then and a hit today at carshows all over. I've had many people tell me that all generations of Corvettes after the C4 should've had that same type of hood. As far as the car, it's harder to get into and out of, but that high frame actually protects the occupants better in a side collision and keeps the CG lower, like a race car. C5s are good cars.....if you want to be boring. My next Vette (while keeping my ZR1) that I add to the stable will be at least a C6 GS or ZR1. No interest in the Z06 and dealing with the possible LS7 hand grenade valve issue.

[@outsidethegames1884]

Love the abs crickets 😂😂😂😂 transition of this video for the c5

[@williamjsmith9877]

About 8 years ago I sold my 04 Lemans Zo6 (one of the 2025} because I wanted a convertable, I bought a yellow 02 convertable instead liveing here in Fl, no regrets but I should have kept the Zo6 as well. When the garage door is open and the rear end is on view, I get lots of guys knocking on my door to see if it is for sale. I tell them no, im 81 and will get buried in it.

[@MyMule]

Hey Lyle glad see your doin well! My C5 vert?Folks the work and answers I get from C&S are dependable as sunrise!&has my C5 going on 185,000 miles.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I will always remember seeing the rear of a C5 drive by when I was in college. 😊😮😊 I was sold from that point on. I agree Lyle. The C5 is the classic never get old Corvette. What I love most is as follows. The curved shape, wide stance, and pop up headlights. ❤ The performance??? Who doesn’t enjoy a V8 in a lightweight car? These cars are effortless to drive and give them effort for a 😊. Last item for me is the comfort. My mother loves it and calls it her Cadillac. I’d daily drive my Corvette and maybe one day I will. 😅 Dislikes??? Okay the interior needs some updating? That’ll be taken care of as time progresses. 🎉😂🎉

[@danielkmunroe2489]

I really enjoyed my C3, and my C4. But my 2001 C5 is so much better (for me). An absolute joy to own and drive ... and simply look at. Great video, Lyle. 👍

[@ronaldwarren5220]

I love the way a Z06 drives!

[@perryelder5045]

Excellent video, I have been very happy that I kept my C5Z!!!!!

[@roninsc]

Great informative video. One of your best! Thanks for posting.

[@jeffreywestphal1223]

I have a 2002 convertible and I really like this car. I had a 1996 Collectors Edition Coupe 6-pd, which was a really, really nice car. The C5 is as Lyle says - reliable and so much more! I have an electrical problem with the door locks, not a really big deal; power door locks in a 2-door? I should have the problem fixed. Lyle - do know a good shop in the Chicagoland area?

[@mdz662002]

Great video.

[@jamesbecker3420]

Bought a red 2005 C-6 base/6-speed/convertible for my wife as I was a bit gunshy of the hidden headlights. As an owner of a 1986 Pontiac T/A bought new, I have a love/hate relationship with the hidden headlights. However, my 1966 C-2 does have hidden headlights that seem to work well year after year. I do think the C-5 is a very clean looking car that just "flows"...

[@jabbagna4237]

Miss my C5 Z06 😢

[@GHarris218]

Just bought a 2002 Z. Realized how much fun they are to drive. I had a C7 Z but this one is more fun!

[@jeffkummerow7333]

Great video, I absolutely love my 99 FRC.

[@fred-ov3hh]

have c4 want c5 but would still definitely keep my c4

[@smsgem]

Love my 97 !

[@stephendibari5010]

Great video, i agree with all of your reasons. Love my 99 Hardtop which i bought last year in April and you helped greatly with all of your email responses. Need to get rid of these runflats that the previous owner put on, will do it next spring/summer, for now i turn up the music! they're super loud especially on concrete roadways. only major complaint is in the interior: the base seats in the Hardtop are shit to put it bluntly. ZERO lateral support. With only about 24k miles on it, she's barely broken in. Saving up for a C7 Z51 2LT with mag ride. I’ll have this C5 paid off in 3 years then time to make a move into a C7. No disrespect to the C5 community but the C7 is the ultimate front engine RWD Vette.