The Ultimate Buyers Guide for C5 Corvettes

Join us! As we discuss EVERYTHING you need to know if YOU are going to buy a c5 corvette!!! I break down everything that will benefit you going into ownership! Take out your notepads, and lets get started!!!
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[@fabssgarage]

01' Euro C5 Coupé 6mt owner here... Yes there are huge panel gaps, interior quality is terrible, some minor electrical issues but all fixable... everything is easily fixable here... But the looks...man... This car breaks lots of necks in Europe and It's taken as an exotic car, interior design looks very nice, pop up headlights are incredible and give huge personality to the car, the LS1 is rock solid.. can't say other than great words towards the C5! It just needs non runflat tires, coilovers, shortshift, na exh hack, cam and springs, a tune and you got a very agile and fast classic super sports car.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Well said! I bet it’s a blast owning one of these in Europe!

[@jeremiahglass8262]

What wheels are on that car….Damn….looking amazing! Looks better than most “new” cars on the road…

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Oem c7 z06 r wheels. Looks good right!?!?

[@Maher.038]

Where in Europe bro

[@fabssgarage]

​@@Maher.038Spain in my case.

[@robertstolting5620]

Great video and good information for anybody thinking about buying a C5. All your points were valid, but to a newby it sounded like alot of negatives. I bought my 2003 AE M6 in 2007 with 18,000 miles. It now has 50,000 miles. I have redone 7 of the 9 grounding points, repaired the EBCM, replaced the headlight motor gears with brass, replaced headlights with LED, changed the brake fluid, clutch fluid, changed oil and filter, and transmission fluid. I replaced the OEM exhaust with Z06 titaniums, replaced the interior lights with LED, changed the front/rear emblems, and installed a new hood seal and installed the CAGs eliminator and LMC5 column lock mod. I have done everything myself, thanks to You Tube. Only the AC work was done by a shop. If you are at all mechanically inclinded, you can do 90% of anything needed. I have taken it on many roadtrips including the 2019 Corvette Caravan, travelled over 7200 miles with not one hiccup. This is a great car, fun to drive, and the best sports car in America for the fun and money!!! Its 20 years old, and still gets looks and comments!

[@CorkVanDenHandel]

Good overview. The first two things I did upon purchasing my '03 M6 convertible were to install the CAGS bypass to kill the 1st to 4th gear forced shift and the LMC5 module to prevent the steering column lockup issue. The car is such a delight to drive - the "iron fist in a velvet glove"; as happy cruising to the store as it is in the tight twisties.

[@SavageGamer2.0]

Im from sri lanka our country dosent have those Corvette cars im 20 yo old now but one day im gonna get these one for sure 😊🖤

[@chriswojo2113]

i respect the grind i don’t have the money for one but i’ll have one one day

[@andrewfoster1804]

I've had a C5 FRC for about 4 years... as far as running costs are concerned, my average is about $500 bucks a year. That really was about the first year or two of ownership. I had to put a new battery in it, new harmonic balancer, new O2 sensors, temp sensors, oil pressure sensor etc. After that first year, i'm not joking, maybe $200 a year for oil changes and other maintenance items. Now upgrades, lol, those are another story.

[@chiraq95th86]

I love the c5 probly because I'm in my 30s an it was my dream car when I was a kid

[@themaskedmusician4846]

I love the c5 and I’m not even 20 yet

[@vilheard3030]

​@@themaskedmusician4846then you have great taste.

[@conspiracy1914]

same here. but the c6 grew on me. but seeing the these low black clean c5s i now have new appreciation for it.

[@Danasmith2816]

Great video. I have a 2003 Z06 bought in July 2014 with 20,000 miles. I bought it to drive, it now has just under 95,000. I've experienced several of the issues you mentioned. I repaired the climate control screen going dark with a small solder job. I just had the EBCM repaired for around $150. I took it out, sent it off, then reinstalled it this weekend. Now I have my ABS and Traction control back working. I love the C5 especially the Z06 and you're right about having a stick shift being so much more fun to drive than an auto.

[@austinpaseka8069]

Nailed the intro💯

[@christopherdutro168]

Thank you for including us base C-5 guys (i have an A-4)

[@madhadder6754]

I have a 2005 ram 1500 hemi and I say it's about 1500 a year in fixing something on it. I've replaced brakes pads roters uper and lower control arms cv joints wheel bearings multiple water pumps fuel lines fuel pump and the list goes on. With that said best truck I've ever owned. Good vehicles require maintenance at 20 years old.

[@martymcfly882]

Great specimen of a C5Z

[@lexxielex]

Oh, damn! I didn’t know y’all were local! I definitely want those headlights. Probably do them this winter. Would love to meet up sometime.

[@anthonymay1280]

Great videos. Love the father son relationship

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Glad you like them! Thanks for taking the time to comment!! Looking forward to the C5 coming back out of storage to make more videos on this coming spring!

[@AlexP253]

Enjoyed your video! I have an 04 Lemans Commemorative convertible w/6 spd and get compliments every time I drive it. I look forward to watching your other videos.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We have plenty new ones coming out soon! Love that blue on yours!

[@fuse911]

I really appreciate what you guys said at the end. Was starting to lose hope that id never be able to own one because of all the problems. But it gave me hope. 👍🏼

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Just go out and buy one! You will love it!

[@fuse911]

@@PerformanceOnWheels will do when the budget is right. 🙏🏼

[@t-lawsfitness6044]

These are my number 1vet of all time. C5, c3, c7. For me in that order

[@lockdown70]

Cut your volume down by half before watching this video.

[@troy8940]

Great info,can't get enough of C5 input. Please tell me what aftermarket wheel package did you go with. The look you have is absolutely killer.🤗

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

The wheels on this car are OEM z06 c7 r wheels. C7 oem tire sizes. 3/4 spacers in back. Thanks for checking us out! It is lowered on bolts. There are other videos on the channel that dive into this specific car.

[@badass1g]

Guys lol the 02 spacer can fix your CEL for race cats.. takes $5 and 5 mins to fix

[@itsatlas3863]

I can't wait to get into the nitty griddy man

[@keenanfitzpatrick9104]

Only time I’ve ever heard dropping the rear cradle with $2k - $3k of labor as being a “booger” 😂

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

😂

[@lifthard70]

Great to see a father and son working together ! Yes, dad’s always drive better than their boys 😂… Question, I just bought a 2004 Z06 CE. I have heard that earlier models of the Z06 needed to have the valve springs replaced… do you know if Chevy got that worked out by the 04 models? Be strong and courageous

[@marmack59]

It'd be wise to upgrade to the blue "beehive" springs minimum. Double spring set up if you're planning to put a bigger cam. Also, while you're in there put in the Che trunion upgrade because the needle bearings in the rocker arms are a known weak point.

[@brandonjerue1205]

Dad's always gonna be faster 😂🤷‍♂️ that's facts 🤣

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Still is. He has a great view of my taillights with my new ride.

[@russellboyd-jb8jv]

I WOULD TRULY ENJOY SEEING A SIMILAR VIDEO ON C3 CORVETTE.OVER 500000 WERE BUILT. BETWEEN 1968 AND 1982, THERE ARE PLENTY, STILL OUT THERE.THANKS LOL

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

We can make this happen! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@GBAL42022]

C5 ZO6 has a faster 0-60 and 1/4 mile not only due to HP but to the rear end gears the Base C5 has a faster top end than a C5 ZO6

[@rileytavares4087]

C5 anyone has ever seen a C5 on liberty walk ? This one 🔥😮‍💨🤝🏾

[@guieepwns6306]

Love the check engine light

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Untuned, no cats

[@MrMany2811]

Beautiful c5!!

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Thank you!

[@jayledermann7701]

Love my 2003 Z06. I bought it in 2020 with no mods and 19000 miles. Of all the Corvettes I've owned its by far the best all around. That is saying a lot because I've never had a bad Corvette of any Gen yet. Good info guys.

[@joegengsta]

omg he finally got new shoes.

[@joegengsta]

#youtube moneyz

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Sand monster

[@scottpearce7466]

Have to go automatic due to arthritis in left knee 😪

[@Its38]

i was wondering about the discoloration in the rear fenders then i saw the stitching 14:28 😂

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

There’s a cool clip of the carbon fiber right in the intro too ;) At least now my hood and headlight covers match too

[@TurboPumperX]

The hood was a different spec on the '04 Z06/Z16 CE. It was a testbed for carbon fiber use on the C6.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I thought only the commemorative edition had a carbon hood?

[@TurboPumperX]

Yes the CE had it. GM was testing to see how it held up and mfg processes' for future use on the C6Z, which had carbon-fiber floorboards and front fenders and liners. @@PerformanceOnWheels

[@kallo182]

As far as i know, every C5 have front Break cooling. Only the Z06 have rear Break cooling. I have a stock C5 and it have front Break cooling. But my C5 is an EU Spec. Not sure if the US Spec have them to. Because all EU C5 came with Z51 Option.

[@solidrabbit6571]

Where you get the headlights

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Knight drive TV

[@volt101x]

I don't really care about HP .... but more the handling for daily driving between a C5 or C4 ?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

C5 all day long. I've owned both a C5 and a C4.. the C5 was a massive advancement in technology every single way over the C4.

[@mikeanddebboyers6822]

Did you say your high flow cats don’t flow as well as OEM?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

My bad, did not say what I was thinking In my head. I meant I don't believe they block as many emissions which sets off my 02 sensors stating they are not working properly.

[@ej2civicb736]

Frc 6speed that's not ragged out is harder to find than a z06

[@falconone7230]

The music 🎶 😅

[@Jv615]

I need those headlights

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Yes you do

[@JayyMoney-vr7nv]

@@PerformanceOnWheelswhere are the lights from?

[@Josseeknows69]

What’s the specs on the wheels and tires?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

They are factory OEM C7 R edition wheels off a C7 zo6. 19/275 up front 20/335 in back

[@Ahiles29]

where i can bought those headlights?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Knightdrivetv

[@Ahiles29]

@@PerformanceOnWheels thanks🙌❤️

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

@@Ahiles29 of course!!!

[@KeyGuy88]

Thank the Lord above the dad's Mic isn't clipping and distorting like juniors...

[@Skulljeep00]

Running that car with a christmas tree worth of lights on the dash... womp womp....

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Not a single one of them is effecting the cars drive ability or performance. CEL is on because it has no cars and it’s not tuned. TC light because of electric issue and pull key wait 10 seconds is an electric issue.

[@damoneaves]

What are these seats? Are they comfy? Did you install yourself?… nevermind! I found all the items you bought on your other video…”I Built The Coolest C5 Corvette In The World”

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

They work short term.. personally I would not keep them long term and plan to swap them out in the future

[@damoneaves]

Would love to know what you’re upgrading to when the time comes. Thx!

[@shaquilleoatmeal2199]

Does it have good speakers?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Not really no

[@jirkadolezal8127]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@playboypablo6784]

Are they only manual ?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Z06 yes.

[@microdetailsllc]

nice plate lol

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Why thank you 🙏

[@zacheryandersen]

Quick note: Try to yell louder into the mic.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I’ll try

[@billyfoster5985]

Hey

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Billy- email me at [e-mail]

[@elementestablishment]

Bro are you smoking crack? I'm 24 owned my C5 since i was 20, the headlight covers are not hundreds, i believe new unpainted is like 120 $, i got one used cause a mechanic working on my headlight broke the tab on the back, a used one is like 70 bucks. where did you get your info kelly blue book??? btw i have knightdrivetv headlights too. they broke my cover installing them, so yeah ik what im talking about.

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Hundreds= any hundred greater than 1. $70+paint= hundreds. Buying used for $125, shipping and paint= hundreds. I think. We bruhs are speaking the same language......response from dad 👩‍🦲

[@Neptune7133]

I cried a little when I saw your C4… what an atrocity

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Vette carts are a pretty good time!!!

[@coop4274]

Sorry but the c5 z06 is NOT a full second quicker to 60 then a base c5. The times are within .3-.5 secs quicker. Base 0-60 4.5 seconds Z06 0-60 4-4.2 seconds.

[@malloycade8626]

With drag radials maybe... more power and lighter

[@tmoney99296]

C5 Base has higher top speed of 178 the z06 tops out at 165 mph

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

I’ve had my z06 up higher than 165

[@kylel4689]

How can you guys call yourselves corvette enthusiasts and not being wearing white new balance shoes !?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

Unfortunately all my money went into the corvette and I had none left for a beautiful new pair of new balances

[@TomBob-gz9bd]

summary is don't do what this ad filled video says. C5's need this.......the Corbeau seats, C6 suspension, Steering wheel, obvisouly better wheels, don't ruin this car with widebody fenders, you like girls right?

[@PerformanceOnWheels]

😂 what the heck is wrong with a widebody

[@piedpiper1172]

Imagine being such a ❄️ that you’re afraid of 🍆

[@quendele]

get your dad off the car bro