2001 Corvette Z06 | Retro Review
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- Опубликовано: 1 фев 2022
- The Corvette Z06 awakens after a 30 year slumber and it's HUNGRY!
Show 2002 | Original Airdate 09-13-2000
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This is the car that made me fall in love with corvettes! In high school my best friends mom bought a 2001 Z06. We would take it out on the weekends. Man, what a ride!
I agree; it's a perfect looking car.
My uncle had an 85 iroc he let me borrow it to go to McDonald's at 15. Let's just say he never let borrow it again cause when I brought it back the tires were still smoking 😂😂😂😂
The vette or his mom? 🤪
I remember going with my dad to dealer when they came out and I couldn’t believe they had 200mph speedometer. It blew my 12 year old mind 😅
@@calderondennis we are talking Corvettes...............not Camaro. How did this get in the conversation? LOL.
I love how this only came in manuals
Today, they'd probably have CVTs only.
@Daddy Derek smoother and faster too.
@Daddy Derek He’s just joking
@Daddy Derek it’s not about being easier
@@mrdaykurutakuchannel manual isn’t about being faster is a different experience all together
21 years later, it’s still a beautiful car
Corvette is icon of America since 1953
My thoughts exactly
My favorite Corvette ever! Those pop-up headlights are just 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼
Absolute delight.
I owned a base model and a Z, and neither of them ever had any trouble with the pop-ups. I guess they worked out the kinks since the Fiero days, ha ha .
@@BrisLS1 The pop-ups get everyone at gas stations nowadays because they never see them lol there's something catchy about seeing headlights pop up on an already sleak retro looking car.
I remember when this car came out. I was just entering junior high as a 7th grader. I bought an issue of Road and Track Nov 2000. Got a subscription....afterwards.
I wore that issue out. I could recite the specs from memory.
Never did buy a Z06 but I've owned a 93 40th anniversary Corvette for 13 years. Yes, it's a six speed.
Thanks for the memories.
93 is a sharp looking Vette too .
Late c4s especially the manual cars are awesome.
@@bleu_chzst924 I agree, more jet fighter feel to the car.
@@shawnbauman5463 i love the 40th c4 color and interior that maroon is sweet. I loove the C4 ZR1 and lets also not forget how awesome the C4 Grandsport is. That blue with the red interior is awesome.
It’s pretty amazing how much information MW is able to present in 6 minutes. You guys had/have some talented writers.
now all you hear about is infotainment screens
True!!
@@brianreardon7700 Corvette is legendary car in America
@@Spiritcr1jsherits so fn stupid. Drivers cars are a thing of the past. All anyone cars about is shit auto/dct vehicles with as much useless tech as possible...so bland and boring the days of true drivers cars are behind us.
I was in high school when this car debuted. My tech teacher, Mr. Grandlund, taught a section on auto design. As part of that, we went to the Detroit Auto Show. I got to see when they wheeled it out and onto the turntable. I'll never forget that- and for the money, a used one of these is hard to beat if you're looking for a performance car.
What's crazy is how much they've gone up in the last four years 😳
My step-dad skipped out on buying one of these when they first came out because my mom didn't want to have a manual car and the Z06's only came with a 6 speed. That was ~20 years ago, they still own the Vette they bought, an Automatic btw, and my mother has never once in the 20 years of ownership taken it out on a drive. It still pisses me off. lol
Man.. what a depressing story haha. Does your step father enjoy the car at least? Might be time to talk him into making the right move
Lesson learned never listen to wife with car priorities
@@BrandMalone24 He barely even drives it himself. I think it has like 20,000 miles on it or something. The tires are so old I'd be afraid of pushing it in it at all. They're probably rock hard. lol
@@DoctorTauri You could've just stopped at never listen to wife.
Damn now I’m pissed off lol. Yeah that is annoying.
Love the body style and everything else about this 2001 Z06.
22 years later, this is still one of the most beautiful car ever made
I always liked the C5 Corvette.
Even in 2023, the car looks stunning 🎉.
The best yellow looking car ever! Every time I jumped into Gran Turismo 3 after some time into arcade mode this was an easy pick. Driving at SSR or Seattle was like going to the 🌙
I bought my yellow 01 Z06 because of GT3.
@@Carguylogan Easy choice!
@@feeldontbelieve6577 one of the bet games PS2 had to offer, still have a PS2, might buy the game again..lol
C5 is a milestone in GM history.
Brings back memories as a supervisor at a job I had back in day drove a red Z06 to work everyday! He loved the car and took me for a ride in it once, it was an amazing machine very worthy of the title "America's Sports Car" 🇺🇸👍
04 Z06 here. I'm aiming to keep it for the rest of my life.
the best of the lineage - 2004
I miss my LS1 Trans Am.
These LS monsters from GM were raw driving machines
And the exhaust note was sublime. A neighbor bought a 98 Z28, still has it bone stock and pretty cherry. That rumble when he took it for a spin was unrivaled. The kids of the EV generation are losing a very important part of what makes a car special to us gearheads.
...Silver 2000 Ws6...never forget it...first car I ever did 150 in...
Yo those Trans Ams are 4 seater C5s..
People don't know...
They are amazing..
I own a.stock 01 c5 vert 6 speed..
My buddy has a modified Trans am the same year.. Same every thing besides the torque tube and body.
It makes 600hp.. And is a straight rocket ship... Id buy one anytime..
I have a 2003 Z06 and a 2000 Trans Am WS6 that I plan to never get rid of. I love those cars and I love they're not filled with all of the electronics of today. Still plenty comfortable to ride in.
@@maroonsn95 that’s a kickass combo. WS6 Trans am just looked so much cooler then Camaro at the time. Even though same car practically lol. Also c5 Z you can’t go wrong. I mean I’m a partial to the c4 and Iroc era as far as looks. But the LS motors took it to another level. Plus WS6 Trans Ams are bad ass and c5s. See I think the 80s. The Iroc held its own better looks wise against the Trans AM then. Compared to the late 90s early 2000s. But if you think about it a Trans AM was always kind of a cool combo of a vette and Camaro from the 80s-2002
I've had a couple LS powered catfish Camaros but when I bought my 01 z06 I couldn't believe how much faster it was. A completely different animal. It drives on rails and puts the power to the ground way faster than my camaro did not to mention the borla catback makes it the best sounding car I've ever driven.
I have a 2002 I bought in 2009. It's still my favorite car. I was into drag racing quite heavily back in the day. The original LS6 only lasted for about 7 months until I built a fully forged 427 on a RHS aluminum block. Heads cam a f.a.s.t intake. Long tube headers borla exhaust a Vortech Supercharger kit from A&A corvette. Water-methanol injection. A 200 shot of nitrous. The transmission was built to handle the power and a twin disc clutch. And a lot of little other things to help the car handle the power. It is such a fun car. It's probably the only car I will own for the rest of my life.
Times?
@@rhull3939 my best was 9.95 at 147mph. 1/4 mile The car is extremely hard to get traction.
Nice to see even with Covid, prices haven't really gone up all that much. If I didn't want a Viper so adamantly, a C5 Z06 for like $25k would be a deal and faster than my Focus RS by a margin.
@@snappers_antique_firearms still in the 9's though. Nice. Yeah with that MPH, there's definitely more there. What tire?
@@rhull3939 335 /30 r18 Hoosier drag radials. And it still spins up to the top of 3rd gear. I tune the car using hptuners and I have to take alot of power out of the car to get decent 60 ft times. I have some shims to make the tires fit. I have this body kit on the back of the car were the rear finders are flared and the tail Loops up and makes a small spoiler. It's subtle but looks really nice.
I was firmly entrenched in a loan for my SVT Cobra R which had identical power figures if memory serves. I still wanted one of these so badly though. That fixed roof with a trunk design just made it look sexy as hell imo
that year 2000 sun just hit different
Yeah it was yellow
I bought a yellow '01 Z06 last year and I love it
How many miles are on her? How about “nary a squeak or rattle to be heard” That’s a hilarious line from this review as we all know that C5’s do nothing but squeak and rattle! How much did you pay in this ridiculous overpriced market? I was going to buy an excellent condition 2004 C5 Z06 but I decided on a C6 2011 Grand Sport Convertible 6 speed manual instead. 40K miles on her. I paid $35K which last year seemed a bit high but now it seems like a very good deal. This exact Vette now goes for over $40K! The used car market is insane right now. This chip shortage is killing everyone.
@@metaljew4456 it had 95k on it and it was $22,500
@@skeeterbartleson3888 I got a yellow 2001 Z06 last summer. 30k miles, one owner from Nevada. I got it for $20k which I think was a great deal that's why I flew out there and drove it home.
This has always been and remains my favorite Corvette ever. It reminds me of my childhood
And a couple of years later they bumped the horsepower up to 405! This is when Corvettes started really kicking ass again😃
The next year.
Yep. This was the only year of 385 hp
@@georgecarlin2097 Yes I couldn't remember if it was one or two years they put out 385 hp
‘89-‘95 were the years they really kicked ass, the ZR-1 had the insane Lotus quad-cam LT5, although the Z06 kicked ass a lot more affordably.
@@carzak it has a slightly better cam to get the 20 extra hp. You can cam an 01 and its just as good as a cammed 02-04. They respond just as well to mods they just start out little less.
Um, how come I have never seen this review? I can't imagine I have missed it. Not gonna lie I even looked for a review on the C5 Z06 from MotorWeek last week?! Huh?! I picked up a Commemorative Edition 2004 Z06 last September and man, I love the car so much! One day I said I wanted one, I found one, I bought one. You just gotta make it happen!
My stock 2004 Z06 did the 1/4 mile in 12.6 @ 114.5 on a 2.0 60-foot in 60 deg weather at sea level. Not bad! That's on par with today's 5.0s and 392s of today. Well before it's time.
This is one the greatest cars of all time.
My dream...This is more than enough for me...No gadgets..No track pack.....A stick 4 wheels and a motor
I bought mine in 2006 and shortly afterward did my first ever track day. It was surreal blowing everything else into the weeds on my first ever day. Of course I was in the nooB group but I still couldn't believe how dominant I was. The car is a serious track machine even in stock form and back then it was very close to the fastest street car money could buy at any price.
C5 Z06s were a potent combo of high hp and low curb weight. Chevy added the heads up display in 2002 along with 20 hp. Suspension tweaks in 2004 made it even better.
Pop up headlamps are so cool
I got a 2001 yellow zo6, n she still only has 34.000kms on her. BUT SHES PROCHARGED N METH INJECTED4 CORNER COIL OVERS, ETC
840HP 10.10 ET 140MPH!... SHES STILL A BEAST!..🥳🤠😎🇨🇦
My friend have yellow 2003 Z06. Great ride! 🔥
Thanks for reposting this. I had it on videotape when it first aired. I don’t know where that tape is currently. Now, post the 2002 Z06 test you did.
The fact that this thing barely topped $48k... just shows you how car prices have risen in the last 20 years!
my favorite corvette 😁😄😄😄😁 Best looking by far with the pop-up headlights
Don’t hold back, John. Tell us how you really feel.
I think it's interesting they didn't realize the potential of magnetic shocks for the C5 Z06
Magnetic suspension was new technology 21 years ago. Maybe not fully ready for prime time.
The purpose of magnetic shocks was a comfy ride that could be adjusted for sport. The Z06 was purpose built to be a track car with license plates, the added weight and complexity didn't make sense on this car. Today, it's a major pain if you have magnetic suspension because replacements are virtually non-existent and some cars display error messages if you swap the shocks out, which is an ongoing annoyance.
Great when it works!
An expensive repair when it breaks!
Wasn't out yet. The world's first production car with mag shocks (Magnaride) was the 2002 Cadillac Seville STS. Corvettes would become the second production car with Magnaride in 2003 on base trim. Z06's wouldn't get Magnaride till 2012.
@@95mushroom good thing to because now the magneride cost a shit ton of money when needing to be replaced every 30k miles or so according to owners).
I worked at Home Depot when these were new. A frequent customer, Thor was is name, and I had briefly discussed Corvettes at some point. He pulled up to the store one day in a yellow c5 z06 and offered me a ride. Without clocking out, asking permission, or removing my vest, I got in the car. We drove around for a long time. The car was very fast. Seemed like traction was very limited. I thought that car was the pinnacle of automotive achievement. Thank you Thor.
Cool to see some stuff from the early 2000's getting uploaded. nice.
Snuck it in when we weren't looking, huh?!!!!!!!! You guys sure ARE crafty!!!!!!!!! I was just about to comment, asking where today's Retro Review was.
In light of how repulsive the C8 Z06 is, the C5 Z06 hardtop ain't looking so bad
How is it repulsive?
@@blackice7408 looks like a cheap Ferrari costume
Looks great to me
@pontiacGXPfan that's as good if not better. The base is good so imagine the zo6 even for the price. However because of what's going on, expect like 200k
@@blackice7408 corvette should be a corvette, not some third rate eurotrash copycat
My favorite Corvette of all time
same!! lol
I'm fortunate to own one of these beautiful cars, and they are everything you could wish for.
I've loved these videos for years retro review is the best!!
More to come!
Someone at Motorweek had insomnia, and uploaded a Retro Review super early! 🙌🏽
the 2001 Z06 was incredibly light as well. seen them Stock run high 12's all day in FL heat. love this body style.
to think the 03-04 Z06s have been 11.70s stock in cooler air. lightyears ahead of their time.
@@SpeedDemon88X Would have to be on slicks and prepped track. Low 12.3 more common
@@moejr1974 stock tires. A few people did it totally stock.
2:19 John: NO AUTOMATIC IS AVAILABLE!
My dad still has his '01 to this day. Probably over 200 track days by now and no major engine or transmission problems. He did add a tranny cooler though early on.
Yeah odd... doesn't take much for the trans to overheat. Just running Tail of the Dragon 2 times (45mins) and mine was overheated.
"...even on the challenging curves of West Virginia's Summit Point Raceway!"
Me, knowing full well that those track shots are from Mid-Ohio: *doubt increases*
One of the best Corvettes ever made
What people don't realize is this was lighter than the infamous c4 ZR1 and this match to the early c4 ZR1's output and the next year you got the same 405 horsepower but again in a much lighter and more modern car
This may not have been the technological tour de force of the ZR1 but the ZO6 was a much better overall and faster car.
Top 10 greatest sports cars of all time, just behind the likes of the f40, f1, and easily underrated, and easily on par with the R34 gtr. If you can pick one of these up, do it. You’ll thank me in 10 years 💰
I can vouch for it being in league with the R34 but F40 and F1 now you are just overrating.
The acceleration times were about half a second off
I remember my mother had bought me a diecast model of the C5 Corvette ZO6 for Christmas when it first came out.
Miss my Z06
I don't... just have to open the garage door 😉
MISS YOU SO MUCH EARLY 2000’s …
Great work Sir thank you
Good old days!
Need For Speed 3: Hot Pursuit
And Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit 2
Oh yeah, this was a perfect vid on the C5 Z06 👏👌! I'm saving up for a C6 Vette M6, LS2 or LS3! But if I come across a clean C5 Z06, I will pull the trigger on it for sure! Chevy power varooom varooom 🚗💨💨💨💪😎
For real bro, personally I think the c5s look better than the base or z51 c6 models(the c6 z06 and zr1 are an exception only rivaled by the c5 z06 in looks). But I can tell you in the corners the c5 z06 will feel and handle better while straight line the ls2 is slightly slower and ls3 is slightly quicker. Whatever you do I’m sure you will enjoy.
Never seen this review. Love my 03. C5 was my High School dream car. Can I get a 2 door Tracker review Motor Week? John Davis over Doug Demuro. Davis is a Legend!
Awesome review! 🏁👌🏼
Game changer.
I saw the vid on the 2023 Corvette Z06 and it looks like it will do this legend proud.
I got one new in 01......i was 33 and i was in love
Doesn't feel like 20 years ago....and this 'Vette Z06 can now qualify for Collector or Classic plates in my state.
That's a sobering thought
No complaints about high lift over for the trunk? I can’t believe it! 😂❤
lol
This era of cars from all manufacturers was awesome, so many legends were made from 1994-2004, and everything was so raw compared to today. Id love to see a retro review of a 03-04 mach 1 if possible.
I had a 2004 Mach 1 best Mustang ever had hands down
@@nathanlopez5935 Nice, I have an 03 currently
Was that the 4 cylinder mustang?
@@saintnificent5532 No, DOHC 32 valve 4.6 V8, same as the 01 Cobra. The Mach 1 was solid rear axle vs the Cobras IRS.
I'm sure, this will be my next car!
I have an 04 Z and it's a great car!
Ditto
My dream goal one day!
Built perfect
Great job ...
Keep it up...
From Argentina...
Que sensacional amigo valeu pela postagem 👏👏
What a trip down memory lane! However you say the track is Summit Point, but clearly it is Mid-Ohio
I've driven mid-oh... no the vids are not from mid-ohio
The FRC that the Z06 is based on is super rare. Believe they were made for a year before the body was used only for the Z06@
Been waiting on this one!!!! Had one the same color and everything
I love these
Still waiting for the day yall upload the 2000 Deville DTS review.
Z06, my kinda car!
Owned a 2003 till she was t-boned by a non-insured non-licensed driver. Man, what a car. Had it tuned with a cold air intake and Diablosport tuner. Never had any issues with her other than the driver side seat. It would twist under acceleration. The hinge on the door side of the seat would give out allowing torso section of the seat to "twist". It was alarming to say the least. The service department could never figure it out. Thought about replacing the seats with some Corbeaus but never had the chance. RIP 2016 with 35,000 miles.
20 years later we still have a new Z06!!
The new Z06 will be very difficult to obtain. And if you do, be prepared to pay $200,000.
This car had a lot of hype behind it because it was faster than the Ferrari 360 Modena when new. They claimed it was quicker than the Diablo SV which where a lot of C5 Z06 owners began to go wrong.
2004 Z06 was a great car. No automatic available. Those were the days
Never was a huge corvette fan but I can honestly say the C5 Z06’s are a car I would actually own. I love the coupe body style and they really are still good performance for the money.
They still on the road to this day
I was born that year. Crazy.
My favorite generation of the vette
Gotta love this car for it low tech and driver's control. It's mostly up to you.
I had a ride in one once. I remember it twitched at idle and if you set the speedo to Km/h you could drive right off the scale as it only went up to 200.
That’s 140mph + 🤣
I love my 2004 Z06 but that comment about no squeaks or rattles didn't hold up well over time!
Nice Burn-out at 2:44 😁😉😘
2 decades later, mid-engined, flat-plane crank, and performance that rivals most high end supercars.
Unfortunately it’s automatic exclusively. I’d like the manual option even if it’s slower
Sounds phenomena!
I’d love to have a C6 Z06 but I’d definitely be happy about a C5 Z06
I love the headlights, taillights, rims and low weight of these beauties, modern Corvette lost all that in place of a more EU look.
It's funny to see those 5.7l HEMIs nowadays boasting 385hp in various Dodge R/T trims when the LS6 made that 21 years ago😄
In 2004 it was rated at 405hp, I always wanted that 5.7l motor in my SS if my LS1 ever dies.
I'll see some wicked Corvettes of all gens when I pick up my Camaro from Vette Doctors Monday👍
WOW! 385hp 🤯
A 2001 Dodge Viper only had 450hp 🤣
The Viper was $20k more, ~300 lbs heavier, and didn't handle as well. The Viper also had major pitfalls like a front hood assembly that was thousands of dollars to replace if you got in a minor collision and the fuel economy was like half of the Corvette's. The 90's Viper GTS is a great looking car no doubt, but the Corvette beat it in pretty much every metric except outright horsepower, but you could easily get that back with mild tuning and still save a ton of money.
@@nunyabusiness896 not to mention putting a fat cam and new heads in a Z06 and making it sound better than a viper while also making more power for less money.
Love how no automatic was available now it's the other way around with the new ones
No automatic is available. Music to my ears!