I got a C5 because all these other 25 year olds here in CA are in Subaru’s and GT86’s... other than that there’s a ton of mustangs, chargers and challengers
Got my 2002 Corvette just a few days ago. After I got over my initial shock of actually driving a true, off the assembly line high performance machine, I find that even though it's a 20-year car, it doesn't drive like a 20-year-old, and I love it. Sure, there are a few problems with it, but nothing time and money can't fix. First impressions: it brings back the joy of driving a car, it gives you confidence knowing you a few hundred horses under your total command. Best of all, you know you have the coolest car on the block. I am enjoying my 75th. year on this big blue marble, and my 'vette has just added a little spice to my life!
I have had my C5 for 19 years and I love her. Breaks my heart that I have to sell her because I have arthritis so bad I can't get out of her anymore. Best car I have EVER owned!
C5s looks way better than the new vetts dude ... Midlife crisis is a term a control freak wife would say to her husband. Because he didn't buy another boring SUV.
I dont get why no one ever considered that people your age or my dads grew up in the golden age of muscle and appreciate the styling and power. Just saying not all older gentlemen always take it easy on there cars
Purchased my C5 convertible about a year ago and still in love with it. I still get a kick out of popping up the headlights and love the look from the inside when the lights are up.
@@DavidVanVoris Oh i love that one too. My cousin had a c5 Z06. I fell in love with it. The body lines are just my favorite. And of course the Z06 accents just made it even better.
I bought a 2004 Lemans Blue base model C5 last October for 20k even. Only had 27k miles. I'm 40 so I'm pretty much living the cliche. Don't care though cause I've wanted a C5 since I first saw it in 97. It's still my favorite looking Corvette.
Im also not a big fan of corvettes.. mostly the hype was overrated at certain points but that’s an opinion. HOWEVER the C5 in my opinion is the BEST looking model.. the sleekness is unparalleled and the performance is super exceptional especially for its year. And at this point it’s kinda the outcast of the family but still highly respected and HIGHLY modifiable.
Bought a 2001 two weeks ago, it's getting a cam installed this weekend. Already has flow through headers and a performance intake. Going to get it tuned next week to maximize performance. Should be a blast to drive very soon!
After many years, I finally bought a 1999 corvette Convertible,automatic transmission from the orignal owner who purchased this corvette in Dec 1998 as his wife's Christmas present. I purchased this car Dec 2021 with an actual 18,350 miles,garage kept,non smoker and original purchaser. The gentleman has replaced this unit with a 2022 converttible as a replacement. I have fully re-serviced the car with radiator flush,belts,thermostat,tranny and differential fluid change and replaced a brand new set of Nitto tires with Continental all season,engine oil(Mobil 1 only),oil filter and air filter. A very fun car to drive and especially like the HUD display.
@@marcryan7339 honestly doesn't seem to be except the rubber around the doors cracked and deteriorated, letting in rain drops and messing up my electrical system, but that was an easy and quick fix
@@marcryan7339 update after a month: cleaned grounds, replaced battery disconnect switch, installed by previous owner. All electrics back to 100% again.
The auto really isn't bad, I've driven an 01 auto. What's funny is that since there is a delay when shifting the auto, if you downshift and jab the gas in that wait time, it pretty much rev matches lol.
That is insane, i was casually watching the video, then you mentioned you were in amarillo which is where i live, then you passed my highschool, then you started getting closer to my house then you were in my neighborhood and you ended up parking down the street from me, what a coincidence, great video though
Yup - Auto trans. I bought mine new when I was working in Atlanta. Stop n go traffic is the norm. I've owned lots of 4sp Musclecars too, from T-10s to M22's ( I built a M22, close ratio, helical cut gears on my lap). The C5 was a huge leap from the C4 and the C6 is, like David says - is a slightly refined car. But - David, you say the C5/C6 does everything well, but noting really outstanding? Here's what mine does that is outstanding. Handling. F55 Magnetic shocks. AND the sexiest lines short of Ferarri. It'll be 20 years old in Dec. I watched it being built at the factory and helped install the driver's fender and melted the 50th badge onto the fender. You also didn't mention the Corvette community, which admittedly is dominated by Gray-hairs, but those gray haired guys drove and raced the 60's and 70's model cars that had 400-500hp before you modded the setup. -Loved the New Balance gag! Nailed it!
I must be the only person who thinks the perfect amount of power is that 400/400 split of the old days. The newer power of 500-800 hp is hard to use to it's fullest unless it is highly electronically regulated, which in my opinion feels wierd.
@@joevarga5982 I have an airbagged C6 Z06. Why would I need the tires off the ground? I have a shop where we can get any car lifted. I also have a C5. No clearance issues whatsoever. 🤷♂️
Nice looking ride. The car just has a tune an intake and exhaust and your buddy said "it's just under 400hp to the wheels"? It's more like waaay under 400hp to the wheels with those mods. The tune may grab you 20hp max the exhaust and intake maybe another 20hp. That car is probably 325 to 330hp max at the wheels. Plus it's an auto with sluggish rear gears. Not fast or quick by today's standards. Drive an equally moded MN6 with 3.42 gears and it's a world of difference. Truly mod that LS1 with heads, headers and a cam and you'll get closer to that 400+ whp car. Then throw 3.90s or 4.11s in that auto and thats where it's at with a C5.
@@mass9213 C5 started out with 345 crank HP and 350 torque from 1997 to 2000. (2000 yr got a cam upgrade for more low end torque to offset the addition of power robbing pup cats but max power remained the same). In 2001 the crank HP bumped up to 350 and torque output is 365 due to new fuel system and the LS6 intake from the Z06 became standard on all models through 2004. The wheel horsepower and torque rating is the power the car puts to the ground after parasidic loss through the drivetrain. Which in the C5 equates to about 12% on the MN6 cars and about 15% on the A4 cars. So on a dyno the MN6 LS1 cars average between 303 to 310 whp stock without a new tune. The A4 auto cars with LS1 see between 290 and 295 at the wheels on a dyno without a new tune.
You don't even mention the C4. I'm the proud owner of a 60k mile, 1994 C4 Vette with a 6 speed manual, also in torch red. For me I don't care about the horsepower it makes, my decision to buy it was more about the styling and nostalgia. And yes I wear jorts.
You are wrong! I have been a car guy my whole life. I don’t play golf. And I still wear Converse sneakers, the same kind when I was 22 and younger. I am 63 years old and have been a corvette guy my whole life. But if I have to explain, just go drive your mustang. Later🏎
Great video. It's actually not front engine. It's feont-mid-engine. The engine is between the front and rear axles and in front of the driver. Feont engine means the engine is over the front axles. The only front engine Corvette was the C1.
This is an awesome car, I’ve been thinking about getting a blue one near I live for about 13k, I’m also a first-time buyer. Sadly, I’m needing 1k down even with a co-signer, but hopefully I can come up with it.
Wrong. In the inaugural model year (1997), only the fastback coupe was offered, with the convertible following later in August of 1997 for model year 1998. In the summer of 1998, a third bodystyle, the hardtop (also referred to as the "fixed-roof coupé" or "FRC"), was added to the 1999 MY lineup.
I'm 6'4", I felt like I was getting into a clown car when I looked at a C5. If I put my fist vertically (pinkie on the bottom, index finger on top) on the ground under the rocker panel and try to put my other index on top my finger bumps the bottom of the car.
I bought my 2003 Christmas day in 2024! Only 49k miles, yellow convertible and previously owned a '76 L48 and looking to buy another one very soon. Say what you want but my midlife started at 22 yrs old
This my second corvette have 89 black on black automatic not driving anymore my husband bought me 2004 vette 6 speed black on black with loud pipes sound convertible live it💜
These old boy's complained to Chevrolet about the C5 and C6 Corvette not having a targa roof on the ZO6. So, that's why the C7 Corvette ZO6 has a targa top roof.
Got mine at 14 now 17 I have no regrets. The platform is amazing (I am aiming for a track build ) love the 6 speed but def need to modernize the interior for some better quality of life mods as I daily it.
Im 48 just bought my C5 i love it my garage car. I dont give a damn midlife crisis or not shyt its mine. Your in Amarillo i grad from WTSU and plyd football 92-94. Never thought id even own a vette i do now.
I just bought a '98 coupe and I'm 6'3" and about 260 lbs. I can get in and out OK (takes a minute) but feel like I'm abusing the seat everytime I do. I will probably need a good upholstery guy on retainer😝
Any problems with your 98 vette? I saw a 2000 corvette i want to buy. But there are forums that talk about avoiding the 97-2000 vettes cause electrical issues.
@@nachosilva3777 Nothing major. The light doesn't work on my heating/AC module, so I can't tell what temp I've got it set too. But I can just turn up the heat if I'm cold, or turn on the AC if I'm hot. The two main things everybody warns you about on these are the EBCM module going out, which I hear is not fixable. You lose your anti-lock brakes and traction control I believe (which are not deal breakers for me). And a gear in your headlight setup is plastic and eventually goes bad, meaning your headlights won't go up and down. This you can replace with a metal gear. But so far the only problem I have is the temperature control readout not working.
Came here because there's a deal on a 1997 C5 by me, but it's Auto and I just can't bring myself to do it. If it was manual, I'd be in mid-life crisis mode. For another 6k, I can get my buddy's 2014 Mustang GT premium. Yes, I live in CA and I love a good mustang. Probably won't do either and just continue to own my VW Passat lol.
Dude, theres not enuff space here to comment on all your oxy-moron's. Speeking on behalf of the vette🏁 community, we would appreciate you keeping your ram and mustang in the right hand lane. Thanks for your cooperation.
Currently have a '17 Coyote. Will most likely be hopping into a c5 so I can get some money in my pocket while still having a fun car. Deciding whether to go the base c5 route for 15k or a c5z for about 20k
@@dylanw6427the only thing I miss between my gt premium pp vs my c5 is the heated and cooled seats lol. The t56 is a way nicer trans, you just can’t beat that classic 90s jet cockpit feel cars had etc. just a better driving experience imo. Just upgrade some basic stuff like adding a double din nav unit with CarPlay and parking cams is a huge game leveler compared to modern cars imo.
@@ugutierrez55 Yup, it was obvious that auto transmission will be standard nowadays but for classical vehicles or sport from late 90 and early 2000 manual was the thing! Like it's supposed to be.
98 auto hatch can be had for under 10k all day, maybe 15 if you want a low mile cherry. But even a c5 z06 doesnt bring 25 unless immaculate or owned by the intimidator himsef.
@@thepredator4480 Yeah there are a lot of automatics, and convertibles. Im in washington and there are quite a few. Im from San Diego and there were tons down there.
Im actually planning to get a 98 c5 Corvette and my aunt is selling it to us...but we also have to see if it even runs or not but it probably does and if it doesn't we have to fix it up alot..so yeah my conclusion is that 98 c5 corvettes are really nice and a great car to drive .and that is my current conclusion.....
You had me at “New Balance” shoes lmao. All that was missing was the Jorts!
Jack Rader need to get me a pair
All that's missing is a manual shifter and a pair of balls.
Don't forget the Tommy Bahama shirt 😉
i realize it is kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good place to stream newly released tv shows online?
@Kolton Mohammed i would suggest Flixzone. You can find it by googling :)
I got a C5 because all these other 25 year olds here in CA are in Subaru’s and GT86’s... other than that there’s a ton of mustangs, chargers and challengers
Ray Segura nice
So true, i just moved from san diego, everyone has a gt86 or 350z. c5 eats pretty much everything
That's why I don't really care for mustangs
Yeah honestly up here in Canada I’ve only seen about 3 C5ZO6’s in the last 2 years
Hey bro is it reliable ? I have a v6 mustang 2014 I wanna get the c5 instead
Got my 2002 Corvette just a few days ago. After I got over my initial shock of actually driving a true, off the assembly line high performance machine, I find that even though it's a 20-year car, it doesn't drive like a 20-year-old, and I love it. Sure, there are a few problems with it, but nothing time and money can't fix. First impressions: it brings back the joy of driving a car, it gives you confidence knowing you a few hundred horses under your total command. Best of all, you know you have the coolest car on the block. I am enjoying my 75th. year on this big blue marble, and my 'vette has just added a little spice to my life!
excuse me, but is it hard to find car parts? and is it crazy expensive?
@@martincarbajal5943 Western Corvette in Calgary Alberta Canada handles most used parts for the C5.
Enjoy!!!
@@martincarbajal5943you from cali ?
I’m buying one tomorrow for months I was saving scats and ss cameros and today I said this corvette is the 1 I’m about to enjoy this damn Car
I have had my C5 for 19 years and I love her. Breaks my heart that I have to sell her because I have arthritis so bad I can't get out of her anymore. Best car I have EVER owned!
Steph Amberger sorry to hear that. I’d like to get one for the channel
@@DavidVanVoris To bad you don't live near Tennessee.
Steph Amberger might travel. Email me whenever you think about getting rid of it davidvanvoris@hotmail.com
@Steph Amberger. Thinking about getting one, what's the ownership costs, how's the reliability, any major maintenance problems?
young internet thug same
C5s looks way better than the new vetts dude ... Midlife crisis is a term a control freak wife would say to her husband. Because he didn't buy another boring SUV.
Yep.... As soon as I heard midlife crisis and tuned out....
Easy answer but a track hawk Or a SRT Durango or if you got the dough from being a boomer buy a Lamborghini urus
@@inverted311dude. It's just a joke. Chill
I'm that 54 year old gray haired guy who purchased a c5. I'm loving it to death. ✌🏾💯😄
youngestson 65 hell yes that’s awesome
I got a 2002 ZO6 at 49.. FTW! 😁
@@jamesgoodwin8253. Ok. You're on the same page as me!!!!!
I dont get why no one ever considered that people your age or my dads grew up in the golden age of muscle and appreciate the styling and power. Just saying not all older gentlemen always take it easy on there cars
@@ericfarrey8822. Well stated young man.
Purchased my C5 convertible about a year ago and still in love with it. I still get a kick out of popping up the headlights and love the look from the inside when the lights are up.
Hey man, what was the throttle response like?
@@NightFlyer it’s good imo
I love my C5 had it for 20 yrs , provides much mental therapy in this crazy world we live in.
Ill take a C5 over any vette
Shawn Jones really? I’m a big fan of the c6 zr1
@@DavidVanVoris Oh i love that one too. My cousin had a c5 Z06. I fell in love with it. The body lines are just my favorite. And of course the Z06 accents just made it even better.
Shawn Jones Lol you don’t really mean that
David Van Voris you’re 💯% right.. I’d set a C5 on Fire for a C6Z.. it’s not even a close comparison
T U lol. Why not? The c5 z06 is sexy as hell
Obviously a middle age male hottie broke your heart.
You’ll love again..
Gil Scott #truth
I bought a 2004 Lemans Blue base model C5 last October for 20k even. Only had 27k miles. I'm 40 so I'm pretty much living the cliche. Don't care though cause I've wanted a C5 since I first saw it in 97. It's still my favorite looking Corvette.
Drew B nice!
Im also not a big fan of corvettes.. mostly the hype was overrated at certain points but that’s an opinion. HOWEVER the C5 in my opinion is the BEST looking model.. the sleekness is unparalleled and the performance is super exceptional especially for its year. And at this point it’s kinda the outcast of the family but still highly respected and HIGHLY modifiable.
Bought a 2001 two weeks ago, it's getting a cam installed this weekend. Already has flow through headers and a performance intake. Going to get it tuned next week to maximize performance. Should be a blast to drive very soon!
Just bought one today.
Hows it going?
How much
@@johnwharehinga1 15-20k dollars
Congrats! I bought my 2003 C5 Z06 with 40k miles in June of 2020 for $19k and LOVE LOVE LOVE it.
Recently got a base 98 with suspension and roof package for 16k. These things are great bargains, hope you love yours.
I’ve been owning Bette’s since I was 18. Most of us truly love corvettes.
I bought a 98 Corvette in 1999 when I was stationed in Hawaii in the Navy. 26 years old and driving an almost new Vette!
Nobody cares 😂
C5 z06 imo is the most good looking above all , c6 even tough is faster and better imo is ugly asf, c7 is good looking.
Rent a Zo6,even the 385 HP 1st year a blast to drive with the Tremec.
After many years, I finally bought a 1999 corvette Convertible,automatic transmission from the orignal owner who purchased this corvette in Dec 1998 as his wife's Christmas present. I purchased this car Dec 2021 with an actual 18,350 miles,garage kept,non smoker and original purchaser. The gentleman has replaced this unit with a 2022 converttible as a replacement. I have fully re-serviced the car with radiator flush,belts,thermostat,tranny and differential fluid change and replaced a brand new set of Nitto tires with Continental all season,engine oil(Mobil 1 only),oil filter and air filter. A very fun car to drive and especially like the HUD display.
Ya lucky to find such a good one, how’s it going now?
@@chasew.l.5808better hop on car gurus 😂
I bought my 02 c5 with 82k miles for 13k I love it and it was 1 owner and power to weight is nuts
Steve anaya i like it!
Hell yeah man I love your turbo mustang, you made me clear up my next buy ls3 c6 then first mod sts twin turbo kit, then e85 and bolt ons
Steve anaya thanks!
Still have ot?
What issued did it come with or was it fine at purchade
New owner here. Ya'll I found a 10k miles garaged unit snatched it fast as I could
any issues from being driven so little?
@@marcryan7339 honestly doesn't seem to be except the rubber around the doors cracked and deteriorated, letting in rain drops and messing up my electrical system, but that was an easy and quick fix
@@marcryan7339 update after a month: cleaned grounds, replaced battery disconnect switch, installed by previous owner. All electrics back to 100% again.
You’re making me wanna do the same. Found a Z51 with 10k miles near me.
how’s she holding up bro?
I finally got mine in February a 98 6 speed as a self birthday gift. I call it my four wheels of therapy. I feel awesome every time I drive it!
The C5 was my vette as a kid. Now im all grown up and want one!
Love my c5 and she hard af and fast.
Don't TEST ME MR MUSTANG😅😅😅😅 I LOVE IT!!! LOL
I love this review and the commentary is funny (and informative) I"m looking at C5's right now & I just subscribed thanks.
Are you happy with that auto? because if it was me id rather get the manual
The auto really isn't bad, I've driven an 01 auto. What's funny is that since there is a delay when shifting the auto, if you downshift and jab the gas in that wait time, it pretty much rev matches lol.
If you watch the video you'll see that its not actually his
Love my clean C5. Take the roof of and go for a drive at night with no traffic.......it's great!!!
I’m 58 and getting my red C5 this week.
"My tattooed arms tell you I don't have a real job and I love attention"...
It's like big tits on an airhead
Or he likes tattoos😂
Weak take
it’s not 1960 anymore gramps. everyone has tats now !
Wtf are you talkin about☠️
Love my 99 C5 6 speed manual with plenty of bolt ons including Borla S Type exhaust
Here’s my take on this video - If self unawareness had a name, It would be David Van Voris LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL
That is insane, i was casually watching the video, then you mentioned you were in amarillo which is where i live, then you passed my highschool, then you started getting closer to my house then you were in my neighborhood and you ended up parking down the street from me, what a coincidence, great video though
U got alot of hangups about "middle age" hipster. Good luck
A lot
Pretty sure he's tasted a Peter. Just not mine.
Im 6'4" 270 and all you need to do is tilt the driver seat back a bit and you will have plenty of head room and leg room...
Yup - Auto trans. I bought mine new when I was working in Atlanta. Stop n go traffic is the norm. I've owned lots of 4sp Musclecars too, from T-10s to M22's ( I built a M22, close ratio, helical cut gears on my lap). The C5 was a huge leap from the C4 and the C6 is, like David says - is a slightly refined car. But - David, you say the C5/C6 does everything well, but noting really outstanding? Here's what mine does that is outstanding. Handling. F55 Magnetic shocks. AND the sexiest lines short of Ferarri. It'll be 20 years old in Dec. I watched it being built at the factory and helped install the driver's fender and melted the 50th badge onto the fender. You also didn't mention the Corvette community, which admittedly is dominated by Gray-hairs, but those gray haired guys drove and raced the 60's and 70's model cars that had 400-500hp before you modded the setup. -Loved the New Balance gag! Nailed it!
When you've owned a Corvette, please do a video entitled "Here’s What It's Like Owning a C5 Corvette....
Will let you know!
Just got back from Amarillo lol. Went out there to attempt the big Texan. Failed miserably
I’m 70 years I’ve owned my C5 for 5 years, being a convertible it’s is great car to drive and own.
I must be the only person who thinks the perfect amount of power is that 400/400 split of the old days. The newer power of 500-800 hp is hard to use to it's fullest unless it is highly electronically regulated, which in my opinion feels wierd.
I have a C5 base a C6 Z06 and I love them! So much fun to work on and drive! That new C8 is next!
Just don't put it on a lift.
@@joevarga5982 I have air suspension so no worries! 😉
@@z06supervette13 Huh? You don't have a C8, and air suspension doesn't lift the tires off of the ground.
@@joevarga5982 I have an airbagged C6 Z06. Why would I need the tires off the ground? I have a shop where we can get any car lifted. I also have a C5. No clearance issues whatsoever. 🤷♂️
@@joevarga5982 ok you obviously want to argue over dumb shit. I don't have the time for jealous trolls. ✌️
Nice looking ride. The car just has a tune an intake and exhaust and your buddy said "it's just under 400hp to the wheels"? It's more like waaay under 400hp to the wheels with those mods. The tune may grab you 20hp max the exhaust and intake maybe another 20hp. That car is probably 325 to 330hp max at the wheels. Plus it's an auto with sluggish rear gears. Not fast or quick by today's standards. Drive an equally moded MN6 with 3.42 gears and it's a world of difference. Truly mod that LS1 with heads, headers and a cam and you'll get closer to that 400+ whp car. Then throw 3.90s or 4.11s in that auto and thats where it's at with a C5.
JRMAAS13 very true..
I was under the impression the stock version already started with 335 hp….
@@mass9213 C5 started out with 345 crank HP and 350 torque from 1997 to 2000. (2000 yr got a cam upgrade for more low end torque to offset the addition of power robbing pup cats but max power remained the same). In 2001 the crank HP bumped up to 350 and torque output is 365 due to new fuel system and the LS6 intake from the Z06 became standard on all models through 2004.
The wheel horsepower and torque rating is the power the car puts to the ground after parasidic loss through the drivetrain. Which in the C5 equates to about 12% on the MN6 cars and about 15% on the A4 cars. So on a dyno the MN6 LS1 cars average between 303 to 310 whp stock without a new tune. The A4 auto cars with LS1 see between 290 and 295 at the wheels on a dyno without a new tune.
You don't even mention the C4. I'm the proud owner of a 60k mile, 1994 C4 Vette with a 6 speed manual, also in torch red. For me I don't care about the horsepower it makes, my decision to buy it was more about the styling and nostalgia. And yes I wear jorts.
Daniel Reigada C4 is LT1 garbage that why.
You don't need cup-holders when the beers are stashed in the golf bag!
You are wrong! I have been a car guy my whole life. I don’t play golf. And I still wear Converse sneakers, the same kind when I was 22 and younger. I am 63 years old and have been a corvette guy my whole life. But if I have to explain, just go drive your mustang. Later🏎
Great video.
It's actually not front engine. It's feont-mid-engine. The engine is between the front and rear axles and in front of the driver. Feont engine means the engine is over the front axles. The only front engine Corvette was the C1.
This is an awesome car, I’ve been thinking about getting a blue one near I live for about 13k, I’m also a first-time buyer. Sadly, I’m needing 1k down even with a co-signer, but hopefully I can come up with it.
Only 1k?
If you can’t get 1k together u probably shouldn’t get a 13k loan right now
It’s a Hatch, not a Base model. The Base was the fixed roof coupe. It was created to help people be able to afford a corvette.
Ken Piper nice good info
Wrong.
In the inaugural model year (1997), only the fastback coupe was offered, with the convertible following later in August of 1997 for model year 1998. In the summer of 1998, a third bodystyle, the hardtop (also referred to as the "fixed-roof coupé" or "FRC"), was added to the 1999 MY lineup.
Figures a guy that shows a clip of himself putting on his shoes and socks would drive an auto
I think the C5 has a different image now tbh… it’s for the young folks who want a V8 miata basically! Crazy value. Gotta be a manual for me tho!
Why on earth would you want a sports car with an automatic transmission...?
Any day with a corvette is better than no day with a corvette.
Cause a stalled and built auto wins races...and thats all many of us care about
Automatics are faster and consistent on track times. Manuals are fun but one miss shift and you are done.
Autos for the win 🥇
I’m 17 and thinking about getting one. They are so nice.
Get a mustang
David Van Voris Yeah I would it’s just to many kids or just people in general got those I’d rather get a 350/370z.
Ronnie Jr oh
Hey, I know it’s not yours, but do you know what spoiler that he has on it? I really like that one
I own a c5. Love it. Drop the top and cruise. 0 to ? In a matter of seconds.
I'm 6'4", I felt like I was getting into a clown car when I looked at a C5. If I put my fist vertically (pinkie on the bottom, index finger on top) on the ground under the rocker panel and try to put my other index on top my finger bumps the bottom of the car.
You borrow a corvette and then race it.
That must be a nice feeling to leave the mustang behind and finally go win some races.
I bought my 2003 Christmas day in 2024! Only 49k miles, yellow convertible and previously owned a '76 L48 and looking to buy another one very soon. Say what you want but my midlife started at 22 yrs old
I love mine. Lots of compliments
A little under 400whp with a basicly stock ls1? Nope lol
Werd. In an auto C5, you're looking at 290-310wheel with an LS1.
“Even Though It’s Just An Ls1 With A Check Engine Light”😂😂😂
💀💀
66 in my 91 c4 triple black and love it.
This my second corvette have 89 black on black automatic not driving anymore my husband bought me 2004 vette 6 speed black on black with loud pipes sound convertible live it💜
These old boy's complained to Chevrolet about the C5 and C6 Corvette not having a targa roof on the ZO6. So, that's why the C7 Corvette ZO6 has a targa top roof.
Damn that sucks haha
Was considering a c5 before I got my gto. They still look really nice
You must be a GEO metro fan!. I’ll take any year vette pure american sports car!!!.Most corvettes always were ahead of their time.
Perfect platform to do upgrades.
Cormega215 true that
Got mine at 14 now 17 I have no regrets. The platform is amazing (I am aiming for a track build ) love the 6 speed but def need to modernize the interior for some better quality of life mods as I daily it.
14? Could you legally drive it then?
Nah. Don't believe it
How much is ur insurance?
gotta be like 10k a year@@keikulie
Bought one yesterday
I’ve got a c4. Itching for a C5.
It’s funny this popped up
Was looking at a new zl1 a couple months back and the wife said I’m not old and douchy enough yet for the vet .
Dave's World 77 lmfao! She knows haha
@@DavidVanVoris Yeah, she know how to handle him.
Funny, I think that about G35 drivers.
Now I am better informed on what Corvette to buy and thank you.
Im 48 just bought my C5 i love it my garage car. I dont give a damn midlife crisis or not shyt its mine. Your in Amarillo i grad from WTSU and plyd football 92-94. Never thought id even own a vette i do now.
Lol it was a joke and yeah we live here played football at Adam’s state in Colorado in the rmac
Your fine just a comment.
I love my red C6, six speed, straight pipes, lots of fun, great daily sports car
I just bought a '98 coupe and I'm 6'3" and about 260 lbs. I can get in and out OK (takes a minute) but feel like I'm abusing the seat everytime I do. I will probably need a good upholstery guy on retainer😝
Any problems with your 98 vette? I saw a 2000 corvette i want to buy. But there are forums that talk about avoiding the 97-2000 vettes cause electrical issues.
@@nachosilva3777 Nothing major. The light doesn't work on my heating/AC module, so I can't tell what temp I've got it set too. But I can just turn up the heat if I'm cold, or turn on the AC if I'm hot. The two main things everybody warns you about on these are the EBCM module going out, which I hear is not fixable. You lose your anti-lock brakes and traction control I believe (which are not deal breakers for me). And a gear in your headlight setup is plastic and eventually goes bad, meaning your headlights won't go up and down. This you can replace with a metal gear. But so far the only problem I have is the temperature control readout not working.
Those nice tats on your arms will be huge green blobs in a few years when you go to buy your New Balance shoes. Now you need a nose ring or two.
R Phipps hope so
Came here because there's a deal on a 1997 C5 by me, but it's Auto and I just can't bring myself to do it. If it was manual, I'd be in mid-life crisis mode. For another 6k, I can get my buddy's 2014 Mustang GT premium. Yes, I live in CA and I love a good mustang. Probably won't do either and just continue to own my VW Passat lol.
Fun fact:you can infact make it taller since you brung it up
I’m 5’6 and it’s just as much of a pain in the ass for me to get in and out of a vette I’m promise.
you keep saying you're not a C5 fan. What car are you a fan of?
2007 Porsche Cayman you can get now for about 15! At that price it’s a toss up between a c5 or a cayman.
Cayman handles a bit better, but the cost to modify is astronomical in comparison to the C5. WAY more potential in the Vette.
Dream car c5 black corvette convertible chrome factory wheels... ever since I was a little kid.
Dude, theres not enuff space here to comment on all your oxy-moron's. Speeking on behalf of the vette🏁 community, we would appreciate you keeping your ram and mustang in the right hand lane. Thanks for your cooperation.
Mark Crawford lmao!
I drive a fbo and 150 shot 02 c5 not bc is vette crazy but they are Big Bang for your buck
Saved up and bought mine at 18
Currently have a '17 Coyote. Will most likely be hopping into a c5 so I can get some money in my pocket while still having a fun car. Deciding whether to go the base c5 route for 15k or a c5z for about 20k
What did u end up doing?
@@dylanw6427the only thing I miss between my gt premium pp vs my c5 is the heated and cooled seats lol. The t56 is a way nicer trans, you just can’t beat that classic 90s jet cockpit feel cars had etc. just a better driving experience imo. Just upgrade some basic stuff like adding a double din nav unit with CarPlay and parking cams is a huge game leveler compared to modern cars imo.
It's a sin to drive a Corvette C5 with an automatic transmission 🤣🤣
@@azchevyguyokay5069 Well age certainly changes that but been so young as that guy...
New C8 is auto. It's pretty much a new standard. No pun intended.
@@ugutierrez55 Yup, it was obvious that auto transmission will be standard nowadays but for classical vehicles or sport from late 90 and early 2000 manual was the thing! Like it's supposed to be.
Manual transmission for the ultimate fun factor. Sad that they are being fazed out of sport cars now but I get it, it’s performance driven.
I bought my auto C5 at 26. I have neuropathy in my feet and cannot feel them. Some people need one.
Finally a c5
Im not a huge fan of the newer models, C5 and C6 are the best generations imo, provided they're manual transmission
Youve never been a C5 fan.
Youve never driven a C5.
Interesting.
Try one before you judge on something you don't know about
@@mjphoto45 Exactly
Lame, tired stereotype. They are great cars, especially the C5 Z06.
98 auto hatch can be had for under 10k all day, maybe 15 if you want a low mile cherry. But even a c5 z06 doesnt bring 25 unless immaculate or owned by the intimidator himsef.
“I don’t like c5s, but I like this c5”at least 10x. We get it, it’s ok to like it, if even in the closet.
I own a C5 2003 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Special Red . ONLY 1,806 ORIGINAL MILES SHOWROOM CONDITION Z06 6SPD.
I'd like to own one. I'd love to actually drive it.
There werent any 50th anniversary special edition z06s, only coupes and convertibles. Every 2003 vette says 50th anniversary on the badges.
So wait you went this entire video without someone trying to race you? Are you sure you’re in Texas?
Josiah Thibodeaux lmao!
When the jokes are too real... I swear he was trying to race.
you can get a c5 6 speed for 10k all day
Moat of them are autos is what sucks. Theres only one stick around here and he wants 12k. Wouldnt give him more than 10
@@thepredator4480 Yeah there are a lot of automatics, and convertibles. Im in washington and there are quite a few. Im from San Diego and there were tons down there.
were u talking about a ZO6 C5 vette for 25k cuz u can used c5 anywhere from 8k-18k
Planning in buying one
Magnetic suspension ..anyone ever have those shock replaced /installed? Cha-ching !
Im actually planning to get a 98 c5 Corvette and my aunt is selling it to us...but we also have to see if it even runs or not but it probably does and if it doesn't we have to fix it up alot..so yeah my conclusion is that 98 c5 corvettes are really nice and a great car to drive .and that is my current conclusion.....
Why is it automatic, especially the 4 speed