C5 vs. C6 Once and For All
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Күн бұрынC5 vs. C6 Corvette. An objective look at all of the performance numbers to determine which generation is the most capable sports car. Quarter mile time, zero to sixty time, slalom, skid pad, braking and more. Let this review do the research for you!
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@kadendaniels934 3 жыл бұрын
Yah but pop up headlights mean C5 for the win
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, sleek by day (and the bulbs stay clean) and at night who cares what they look like, you really cant see the car unless you are in a lit parking lot....
@hondaman6918 3 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@desertpair2 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer headlights that are always at the ready and don't require the extra maintenance. The C6 is a better looking car!
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
So you like the pop-up ones that are always clean durable glass and never faded, dull and hazy?
@KeepSycklids 2 жыл бұрын
Agree
@GregSr 4 жыл бұрын
Of course the C6 outperforms the C5. The Corvette continually evolves. My C5 is better than my C4 in every way (I still own both).
@ExclusivelyEsox 2 жыл бұрын
Potato chips. I have an 05 but I still turn my neck at any generation. I'll admit I realllly want a C7 though.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
1 of each works.
@Vegasclaw 4 жыл бұрын
If it wasnt for the C5 timeless design i would go with the C6 but once i saw a millennium Yellow FRC my heart dropped. They both have an LS engine tunable to no limitations, thanks for the awesome video. C5 it is
@TurnDownForWork 4 жыл бұрын
I feel like it should be noted that you can get a c5 z06 for the same money as a c6 base, which eliminates the performance differences almost entirely. At that point its strictly about which one you like the looks of.
@Corvolet5 4 жыл бұрын
I personally would get a C5 just for the popup headlights.
@TurnDownForWork 4 жыл бұрын
Same. You can't beat a set of pop ups.
@MacLaw3084 3 жыл бұрын
yea... but ur not gonna get an ‘08 or newer c6 for the price of an ‘04 c5z with stupid low miles.
@austinmurray4287 3 жыл бұрын
Angel Lawless But even an 05-07 base C6 is 5hp less than the 02-03 Z06
@MacLaw3084 3 жыл бұрын
Austin Murray yep i think we’re making similar points.
@SupraRy 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao the video at the beginning with the two silver vettes cut off RIGHT before they crash into each other and take out a tree lmao.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
That was a sad day in Corvette world.
@tonywestbrook6436 4 жыл бұрын
One things undeniable, C5 Z is unbeatable on performance and the exterior and interior still has a yesteryear look that was forever lost after 2004.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment !
@MrWackenhut 8 ай бұрын
C6 ls3 will destroy c5 zo6 all day everyday. Its simple numbers, Why tf do people make such asinine comments 🥴
@prettydog37072 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, got a little fancy with this one in the filming. Love seeing the comparison
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@futurestrader6435 3 жыл бұрын
Concise and to the point. Rare for today. Thank you!
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!!
@allwhitess 4 жыл бұрын
An all black c5 is slick
@poopstain5216 Жыл бұрын
Me
@davidlawner241 4 жыл бұрын
Liked the video a lot but you did not mention the top speed of each Vette ? I definitely like the c5's looks a lot better!
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
You're right, I should have thrown that statistic in there Even though 99.99% of the owners will never hit top speed it's kind of fun to know what it's capable of.
@gabegraham8063 4 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life I have a base 1998 c5 and the fastest its been in the time ive had it was 150
@danielfair4675 3 жыл бұрын
C6 will get you between 186 & 190 mph (convertible vs coupe) for the base & Grand Sport. The Z06 will get you 198 mph. The ZR1 will get you a claimed 205 mph.
@nathanlopez5667 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed the C5 looks better
@Nobody-dc8dp Жыл бұрын
Top speed isn't as good as acceleration.
@TornadoOfSouls777 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid!
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
4 sure- Thank you!
@timtimtimmay4654 3 жыл бұрын
After owning both, I find the C5 way more predictable in handling where at the edge, you know you are there, whereas the C6 makes you feel like it is on the edge at 80-85% of its ability, but when you hit the limit it lets go quickly. I ended up selling the C6 because of the driving experience compared to the C5, which translated into more of a "driver's car" imho.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting analysis - thank you!
@TheBsavage Жыл бұрын
I had a car you'd regard as a "driver's car:" a Triumph Spitfire. You knew where the edge was. The car gave you LOTS of warning. I could slide around corners in a 4-wheel skid, no problem. Lots of road room and handling feel before I hit the "edge." In that margin between traction and the edge was lots of slop. Unsafe slop. It is a dangerous car. The C6 gives you everything until it has nothing left to give. In that lack of margin is safety. The C5 will slide towards danger. The C6 keeps you out of it.
@Chefjohn96 Жыл бұрын
Z06 or base?
@connor3288 Жыл бұрын
Do you mean the c5 is more neutral/slight understeer at the limit, and the c6 neutral/slight oversteer at the limit?
@timtimtimmay4654 Жыл бұрын
@@connor3288 the C5 is more honest about how much lateral G you have left before you lose traction. The C6 feels like it is going to skid well before it reaches its capability, and it leads you to believe as you push it further that you are ok until you just aren’t. It may have to do with the improved ETC, but I’m not sure.
@Josels-ck7kx 4 жыл бұрын
C5 for me. I love my car and would not trade it for a C6 or 7.
@BlindTom61 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video. FWIW, those prices are l-o-n-g gone... smiles.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
If the world EVER gets back to normal, and that is a big IF, them maybe we will see those pries again. Fingers double crossed we get back to normal..
@qzorn4440 Жыл бұрын
wow! there are two corvettes c5 and c6 for sale both with low miles and for me the driver air bag is a must 😎 thanks a lot for the basic info, just what i needed 🤩
@dewaynemiguel3349 4 жыл бұрын
I dont like how the C6 backend looks short my C5 actualy now puts out 535 hp some C6 around here found that out
@ryanrake2714 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the trunk is much smaller, by 3 cubic feet, engine bay is about the same, you can ls7 swap the c5, but the older ecu isn't to advance, so it idles only decent, cant get the precision tuning. Id go c5 over a base c6 anyday, much more sleek, wider body, longer body, lower stance. Better in every way their. Looks with a c6 z06, debatable.
@deznutz3163 3 жыл бұрын
What all did you have done to it? If you could please help me out with the cost? Any thing you would have done differently?
@dewaynemiguel3349 3 жыл бұрын
@@deznutz3163 I had nothing done to it a Dr bought it new and put alot I to it then got bored and bought a new one it's how it was when I bought it
@MrWackenhut 8 ай бұрын
Come race my c6, you’ll gonna learn
@Toys4Life 8 ай бұрын
I'd like to race you.
@garybaugh8302 4 жыл бұрын
Great job!
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
You make great vette vids! Thank you. 1.5yrs ago I was shopping C5 vs C6 vettes.. and I too limited my interest to 01-04 and 08+. I chose to go 03-04 Z06 primarily due to value -vs- content (performance). I bought an 04 Z06 w/36k miles and so far its value has not fallen below what I paid. I've done one long road trip (1300 miles) and I have no complaints at all and don't regret going with the C5 in Z06 trim. (no car design and trim is perfect IMO) If / when the day comes that I seriously consider getting something else.. at the top of my list would be to keep it and replace the entire drivetrain w/something that'll run deep 10s AND be drivable on cross country trips. (maybe TT)
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thanks - a bit delayed... Sorry.
@jamien9327 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video!
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@rickhunter6513 4 жыл бұрын
Better performance, yes, better looking, I give the nod to the C5. My opinion of course. The C5 just looks sleeker and I love that it was the last model of any car to have pop up headlights.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
I still like them too. Cant see the headlights until you turn them on at night. Then you cant really see the headlight assemblies themselves cause it is dark out...lol..
@bluemut55 5 ай бұрын
I'm currently trying to choose between buying the c5 or a c6. I feel as though I would be getting more for my money if I bought a C5 but the most compelling reason is the fact that the C6 front end looks a bit goofy and less purposeful.
@g4do 3 жыл бұрын
Love the video... the monotone voice though, nearly put me to sleep! Fought through this one . Makes you appreciate what Donut media does
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the complement and the constructive comment. The donut ones are well put together and their success shows. I just cant get myself to down 3 glazed donuts and 2 red bulls before making my vids though...lol. J.K. I'll try to be a little more jacked when talking!
@g4do 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life don't be jacked , just sound as passionate as you obviously are . Like I said, I absolutely love the content... you just have the voice of a love maker ... nothing wrong with that , but it's not the right voice for talking about AWESOME vehicles
@jayyoung2586 3 жыл бұрын
If you want to hear a monotone, watch one from Classic Car Memories. No monotone here.
@tdalb8985 4 жыл бұрын
Good video, I'm surprised the C6 is 20 lbs lighter. I knew the power was much better in the C6. The compromise comes down to price. Yes the C6 is quicker, but it cost 50% more. I bought a mint C5 convertible, with low miles and a 6 speed for far less money than a kit cobra, and I've got a roof, windows, pretty good stereo, air conditioning and cruise control. In few years I might trade up, but this car has enough everything to keep me entertained. What's quicker? Newer Corvettes, vipers, Hell Cats, and Shelby Mustangs, And they all cost a lot more. Just like the C4 which is still incredible perfornance for cheap, the C5 is a bargain now.
@brianparshall8231 3 жыл бұрын
It's about time somebody covered the Corvette that most people drive most people don't have a zo6
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
a delayed -Thanks man!
@1970borntorun Жыл бұрын
That was very helpful, but you left out 2 super important attributes for comparison. Driving dynamics ( oversteer, understeer, road feel ) and Steering feel.
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
IMO - that would be subjective and should be captured (to a degree) by the objective measurements that were included in the video?
@zachkuby87 2 жыл бұрын
Those price quotes at the end hurt my feelings. I wish they were that cheap still hahah
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty unbelievable isn't it!
@squid4554 Жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life I was on the hunt for a C5 2 years ago and found them all day for 10k with 100k miles or less. Now I'm shopping again and its ridiculous how much they have gone up. I'm trying to decide between a C5 or C6 currently but my biggest factor is long term reliability. Whichever I get I want to pay off and keep forever if possible, throw a new engine in it when need be. The electronic factors are what scare me going with a C6. Any idea which is more reliable overall? Found a 2002 C5 and 2005 C6 im debating rn.
@tomcosta47 4 жыл бұрын
Just want to know which one is the most reliable
@johnschutt9187 3 жыл бұрын
Hello. I watched a couple of your videos the other night. They were very helpful. I’d like to get a C5. Where did you buy yours? They seem to be priced more like the $24k that you mentioned for a c6 rather than the $12 that you mentioned for a C5. How can I buy one? Thanks.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
I bought mine 7 years ago for 20k in MN - around July. 3 yeas ago I tried to sell it for 12k in August... Glad it didn't sell because that is what made me drop the supercharger in to make it new again. It worked!!!
@twinturbo421 Жыл бұрын
I'm 6'3, 273. Which has the better hip and leg room? Thank you in advance 😁👍
@willpowers4762 4 жыл бұрын
The flag girl at 3:11 is exquisite !!
@kevindhuse9087 3 жыл бұрын
Got a C5 50th Anniversary convertible and a C6 Z06. Love ‘em both differently.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
I can absolutely see that. Two great choices!
@MajedTaib 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. But how about reliability as a daily driver? I want you to answer the question because you're an expert to me.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Tough one to answer. If you want super reliability, we probably would be driving Honda's. I would say the late year c5s have similar reliability to the late year c6's. Hope that helps. Thanks for your comment!
@martinmiklosdano2984 2 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life i do drive a honda accord 6gen 3.0v6 coupe, but i want a corvette second car soon, i love pop up headlights, but still i love c6 too.. fk this 🤣 i want all, but i think i will go with the c5
@LeviHeatonIII 5 ай бұрын
The C5 and C6 are the same car. I tend to think of them in this way: th C5 is the last old school Corvette, and the C6 is the first Modern, new school, Corvette. The C6 is just an updated, upgraded C5.
@black_n5492 Жыл бұрын
In 2022, between these two for a first time Corvette owner just learning to do work on their own cars, which would you recommend? Initial price is less of an issue. I'm more focused on cost to own (recurring), driver feel, reliability and beginner friendliness with regards to doing your own car work. I've owned a 600whp RWD 6speed and I'm relatively comfortable driving a high powered car so not a new driver. Just wanting now to do more of my own work myself and enjoy something different and new
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
If you're going to work on it yourself and have it for a number of years, parts might be more available for the C6, overall reliability I think is fairly close except for avoid the early C5 years and go for a C6 after 2008 or after.
@black_n5492 Жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life appreciate the guidance. Thank you. In another video you mentioned first timers stay away from the c5 z06. Does that still stand? Even for an 02/03 model?
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
I have kind of backed off that a little bit, but I definitely would take a closer look at a Z06 just to make sure it hasn't been abused. All things being equal, I think it's fair to say as z06 may well have lived a harder life so take a very close look at it to make sure you get a good one!
@shiftintohigh5564 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent!👍👍😎🇺🇸
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@invertedpolarity6890 Жыл бұрын
I owned a 2002 C5Z and now own a C6 GS. The C5Z is a true drivers car. C6 GS with wide body styling is just beautiful.
@peterpann9619 2 жыл бұрын
The C5 is the prettiest to look at by far in my opinion, the smooth lines and styling is killer however I still like my C4 convertible.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
One of each!
@tehtehkhantengames8580 2 жыл бұрын
I just supercharged my c5 and put 6 piston willwoods on it. I get the looks and the performance.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
And that supercharged sound!
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
why does the corvette convertible cost more than the coupe? is it faster?
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
This many years later, if that's true then it's just due to supply and demand.
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
I personally prefer the looks of the c5 myself. I think it's the best body style since the c2 and up until the c8. As cool as I felt driving my dads 66 hardtop when he owned one it definitely wasn't the most comfortable car to drive around. I'm currently looking for a c5 since it's the one I can afford currently.
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
@Hb Rich yeah? Where are you located at? What kind of price are you asking? I'd like to find one with low miles like yours for sure.
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
@Hb Rich I'm only about 9-10 hours north of you, just across the Oregon border in WA.
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
@Hb Rich sure, to save some time can I ask what model and color it is? Coupe, convertible, or FRC?
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
@Hb Rich I just have some specifics I really want so I might as well get that out of the way first. Then we can go from there for sure!
@ourtime-downhere6931 3 жыл бұрын
@Hb Rich how do you send me your email? I'm not very good beyond posting comments on how to do that stuff.
@SimplyJustRandomness 4 жыл бұрын
C6 is better in just about everyway...but...with the money you can save by gettting a C5 and throwing a supercharger on it may be more beneficial. Bye bye C6 once that C5 is pushing 450+whp for the same price all in all as the stock C6...something to consider and think about.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Haha Here is what I think of your comment about the C5 plus a supercharger..... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kNCAbKao05vJfaM.html
@SimplyJustRandomness 4 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life Very nice....so yeah there ya go haha
@angelobovara317 3 жыл бұрын
Skip the C5 and 05 to 07 C6. 2008 and newer is what you need. I know. I have an 2007.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
What don't you like about your '07, LS2 versus LS3?
@clawmachinetime955 3 жыл бұрын
C5 looks way better c5 is hands down the best looking vett ever made c7 c8 looks like bat mobiles I don’t like them at all
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
I like em all but there are several views of the C5 that are unmatched IMO..
@clawmachinetime955 3 жыл бұрын
Toys4Life C5 what will you charge me to put on a and a super charger on my 2004 c5 vett
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
I think B-pillar forward its better looking than all but the 64-67 yrs. My understanding is the B-pillar and rearward was a balance of stowing 2 golf bags and aerodynamics
@chloedegurechaff1941 4 жыл бұрын
The way i always explain c5 and c6. Is the c6 is really just a c5 but without the pop ups. For chevy at the time still wanted to be producing the c5 with pop ups, but big boi government said no. And so basically more or less the same cars, one just has a newer more powerful engine from factory.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Clearly the closest 2 gens so far. Look at the giant leap from C4 to C5 and then a big leap from C6 to C7... So I basically agree. C6 also got some better drivetrain parts along with the stronger engines.
@chloedegurechaff1941 4 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life yea theres always going to be some changes, but all tense and purposes their the same car. just with some updates to meet newer stricter regulations.
@TheBsavage Жыл бұрын
C6 is a more compact, tighter package, yet has a longer wheelbase. The C6 has more tech, a better engine, a better interior, etc. These are the normal changes for any other car generation, like a Honda Civic, one gen to the next. Corvettes have tended to change design cues dramatically, skewing people's perception. Big changes between C1, C2, C3, C4, then C5. After that C5, C6, & C7 are quite similar, visually. Sure, angles & edges change, but overall shape is the same. The same as any other car model. The C6 is as mucha a C5 as any other manufacturer's model is the same model. Except that it isn't. A C6 is not just a C5 without popups. Popup lights are a gimmick. A cool gimmick, but a gimmick just the same. A slippery drag coefficient was a goal at the time the car was made without the thought there was more to the game than that: keeping the car on the ground. To provide downforce some drag is sacrificed.
@sspp3065 3 жыл бұрын
put a 373 rearend in your base C5 the most bang for your buck,and watch everyone's jaw drop.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Agree! Probably the perfect gear for a mild H/C M6 C5 or C6.
@darknessislight3689 Ай бұрын
I love both 😊 but the C5 for the win 🏆 I also own an 01 convertible 56k lite pewter 😆 pop-up headlights are awesome.
@Toys4Life Ай бұрын
Right on!
@marcc5871 2 жыл бұрын
I picked a 99’ frc over an 05 c6, I don’t regret it at all
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet!
@fernandop937 Жыл бұрын
was that a Cleetus clip without leeroy the c5 or ruby the c6 😭
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
Ha, I'm not sure I can't remember. Good old Cletus, before he was flying RC planes and boats.
@chicano_travels 3 жыл бұрын
I got a c6 but I was looking for a c5 funny enough. I just wondered which one would be more fun to drive since I never drove a c5
@HellPhoenixCA 3 жыл бұрын
C6 will probably be better to drive. Only reason to take a C5 is to save money, mod the living crap out of the car, or just mess around with it. C6 should be better in every way as a performance car but the C5 gets attention from enthusiasts.
@chicano_travels 3 жыл бұрын
@@HellPhoenixCA I just preferred those pop up headlights haha my firebird had em and I miss it.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
C6 and C5 are both awesome!
@christiantownsend880 2 жыл бұрын
where are you finding those prices any c6 2008 or 2010 have been 27-28k for me while I've been looking
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind this video was made a few months back. C5 and C6 prices have gone up (like everything else) in this crazy post pandemic shortage...
@unknownkingdom Жыл бұрын
Prices of all used cars have risen and corvettes moreso.
@Corvolet5 4 жыл бұрын
As a German the choice is rather easy which one to get for the money. The C5 Z06 is really hard or impossible to find on the used market, unless they're in different countries. The C6 LS3 is quite pricey starting at 30k, but at least you can find lots of offers. And now comes the weird part: I can find cheaper 09 CTS-V than C6 LS3.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
That is strange. What are you going to buy?
@Corvolet5 4 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life Let's see how it turns out. If I have 30k lying around I'll easily get the CTS-V cause they're a rare sight. Camaros, Mustangs and Challengers can pretty much be seen anywhere in Germany. But I only rarely see a first gen CTS, the ones based on the Opel Omega. Never seen a second gen CTS, let alone a V.
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
@@Corvolet5 I've spent seat time in a early CTS-V (SC version), base C6, and my C5 ZO6. The CTS-V is very impressive to drive. You'd have to do something like 4.10 gears and a tune in a C5/C6 to get that instant TQ feeling. Even then it would still be lacking as compared to the V. I'd imagine over there in DE it could be expensive to fix a CTS-V. And finding one that's not been beat on would be tough and expensive too. (finding clean ones here is not easy or cheap. The ones I see here I'd not touch at all. I think you'd be much more likely to find a clean trouble free vette than a CTS-V. But... it's possible.
@Corvolet5 3 жыл бұрын
@@wydopnthrtl Heya, sorry for the late reply (KZfaq is a little messy with notifications sometimes). I might consider buying a C5 in one or two years for about 18-20k for a 2001+ model. The German market is kinda weird overall, that's for sure: even a C4 is terribly expensive, being around 14-17k for a base model from 1992. If you want more, you'll be spending 20k upwards. The C5 on the other hand is really inexpensive, and the C6 is hard to get under 30k if you just want the LS2. As for the Caddy, it seems like an interesting choice. But I kind of want a sports car for car meets and some summer drives, as I already have a Ford Mondeo for everything else. One of my buddies has a 2002 Pontiac Firehawk with the exact same LS1 engine putting out 350hp. Pretty impressive machine to say the least. He gets his spare parts from Rock Auto overseas, and the import doesn't take longer than 8 days to Germany. Which is insane when I think about how long some Amazon packets from Germany can take. The only real issue is to learn a few basic repairs and proper English, but I usually was top of my class at that language anyway. TL;DR thanks for the input. I'll probably get the C5 as long as insurance costs won't kill me at that point haha
@gtbmjb7192 11 ай бұрын
No offense as I enjoy this channel. I would say that now we need a supercharged C6 owner to do a similar test from his perspective to get a balanced overview of the 2 cars. I have to agree the C5 interior is preferred as the C6 interior is "corporate/generic" down to the steering wheel. However even the C6 base LS2 and 6l80E are great improvements over the base(s) C5 LS1(s) and 4l60/4l80. I love Corvettes. Each new generation improves on the previous generation.
@Toys4Life 11 ай бұрын
No offense taken, appreciate your comment and your honest opinion ☺️!
@nopenope250 3 жыл бұрын
C4 C5 forever.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Yep - C4 is good too!
@claiborneeastjr4129 6 ай бұрын
I've owned both. Still have my '06 with the Z51 option and six-speed manual. The C6 is superior for me, and I like the styling much better. Never cared for the popup headlights. Frankly I think the C6 styling is better than the C7 and C8; I'm sure I will get some flak about this.
@Toys4Life 6 ай бұрын
Hey, we like what we like, I'm not going to argue with you 😜
@RedLP5000S Жыл бұрын
C5 Z06 all day long. ✌🏻🇺🇸💙
@roybishop6110 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure about the buying numbers
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Not sure what you mean. Production numbers?
@craigt5906 3 жыл бұрын
360 tq was for the aitomatics 375 was for 6-speed manuals
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Wonder what accounted for that difference in the engine?
@christopher6161 5 ай бұрын
Considering that the C6 is like 2-3x the price of a C5, it's kind of irrelevant, you can massively make up for the loss in performance in a C5 with "cheap" mods. it's a fair comparison in the sense that the cars are like nearly identical platforms to start with though. a C6 really is like a C5 with a bunch of great bolt-ons
@victorjohnson2093 4 жыл бұрын
Great Video I have a 99 convertible and I love it. I like the bigger size.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Right on!
@link9alink9a71 4 жыл бұрын
C5....the last real model for Corvette style after that just sale to make money...
@0Heeroyuy01 3 жыл бұрын
best option is buy a cheap C5 and Ls3 swap it boom best of both worlds
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Agree that would be a good option, if you're LS1 was blown up. Otherwise for street use you'll make more power supercharging the LS1 then upgrading to the LS3.
@epicray8434 2 жыл бұрын
This comparison forgot the major win for the c5.. pop up headlights
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Your right - I should have. They are objectively better. They stay clean when closed, and the lenses don't get cooked by the sun. Dang it....
@epicray8434 2 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life not because their better... Because they are way cooler 😎
@uncledrew8297 3 жыл бұрын
If I can convert a c6 to pop up lights I will sell my C5
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Lol
@bullitt3839 10 ай бұрын
Can we get these prices back 😢
@MC-uj4co 3 жыл бұрын
That's the way it should be with each passing model they should be better than the last model..
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Should be - but not always the case with cars....
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life sounds like you know..... I'm in the OEM realm and have been for close to 30yrs. Project scope, cost, and target buyer all change at new model introductions. What the traditionalist finds offensive vs what the new buyer finds pleasing, is something we sometimes consider. But not always.... the more emotional the product the more its considered. And sometimes it's thrown out the window! (like in C6 fixed lights or the C8) In my experience over the years and at all OEM's that I've been associated with, costs is usually the largest hurdle we battle. Then engineering and marketing have to figure out how to "sell" the product within the cost constraints imposed. LOL... which causes ridiculous disagreements about the smallest things. Like Tadge had to do with getting the 8K tach removed from the C5.
@KA-te7xk Жыл бұрын
C5 ALL DAY EVERY DAY & twice on Sunday sir. Body lines on the C5 are steathly and timeless sleek.. 🔥
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
Indeed.
@roybishop6110 2 ай бұрын
The rear-end look on the c6 looks sweet I have both.
@TanSlimProductions Жыл бұрын
Gotta update the ending of this video with modern day prices after the huge hike. Imagine getting a c5 at 12500 today :,-)
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
Agreed 👍
@knottstilting Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately the KBB numbers are only a guide, current C5 and C6 pricing is considerably higher than the numbers shown in this video
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
I agree, Every number somebody might give you is a guide. And yes, these are a bit still, proving the market can change very quickly and unpredictably.
@treygrassl5891 2 жыл бұрын
Coming back a year later and the prices are almost double on the C5 😢
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
It's unbelievable, I still don't believe it but it's true.
@treygrassl5891 2 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life was looking for a little weekend car grad gift for the past two years… little more patience for now.
@deetusyeletus 3 жыл бұрын
I like the looks of the c6. Only one i can afford is c5 lol
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
C5 is no slouch - and with mods it can be faster than the C6 easily - (not so easy vs the C6 Z06 and ZR1)
@jccscooby3996 Жыл бұрын
bro price has gone way up…
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
I know and that absolutely sucks donkey a**
@one7decimal2eight Жыл бұрын
I don't care what anyone says. The fat ass end with the oval tail lights and pop up headlights make this the best looking vette imo.
@thedoughguitarg9348 3 жыл бұрын
Yo the C5 because pop pop pop pop up and down HEAD LIGHTS
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
fully agree, People make fun of them, but in the down position they look awesome, and you don't have to deal with those stupid lenses getting hazy over 6-7 years of sunlight.
@ridiculousness7477 2 жыл бұрын
You won’t find either one at those prices today
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully this is just temporary insanity.
@13megagreek 4 жыл бұрын
Everything in the video is true, and well done. For me, a very important factor was left out....looks. I find the front of the C6 extremely unattractive. That psudo- viper thing ruined it for me.(same goes for C7) It just doesn't look like a Corvette, to me, anymore. That beautiful , sleek look that the hidden headlights give the car. The affordable, non pretentious, American Ferrari . It was a great decision in 1963, and they should have left it alone until the total revamp of the C8.
@Toys4Life 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! Here is a link to Part 1 - which is primarily a looks comparison. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hbenZrOWyq6vqKc.html
@13megagreek 4 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life Cool, thanks
@TheFalcondan95705 Жыл бұрын
When it comes to the better looking of the 2, ill take the c5. I predict the C5s will go way up in prices. It's one of the Best Looking corvettes EVER, and one of the best looking cars of all time. Personally I would not pay the price difference of the z06 for .5 seconds quicker in the quarter than the non z06.. I can take the difference in price and put a supercharger on the base c5 and blow away the z06! But, I like my cars all factory original.
@MrWackenhut 8 ай бұрын
Beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder lmao
@Savineyard3 2 жыл бұрын
In the C4 to C5 video you did, you said the C5 weighed in at 3,225 pounds. In this video the C5 weighs 3,245 pounds? Now were only talking 20 pounds here, but where did the extra 20 pounds come from?
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Dang it, I must have used a different source. They can be all over the map but are generally pretty close.
@clawmachinetime955 3 жыл бұрын
C5 looks better
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
From some angles I would totally agree, from a few others maybe not?
@ProCoach2373 2 жыл бұрын
I've had a c6 base and I have a c5Z now. C5 all day long for me.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Curious - what attribute or two do you like about the C5 better?
@ProCoach2373 2 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life I actually like the body and interior better. The pop up headlights are preferable. I wasn't a fan of the magnetic door handles on the c6. The c5z is just a bargain.
@benedictdonald4338 3 жыл бұрын
as a formr C5 owner, I believe I can freely state that it's an ODD-looking machine. it's bulbous proportions do NOT help its cause. I'll take a C6 every day, instead,
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
It's definitely unique, but I would say the majority of people love it rather than hate it. And I also think the majority of people like the C6 design.
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
It definitely has a bubble butt.. and I don't like that at all. But the rest of the car is proportioned right IMO. I will confess though... I don't fear trips to Costco and actually take the vette sometimes instead of the truck. ;-)
@gopro2027 2 жыл бұрын
@@wydopnthrtl I always disliked the c5's looks until I bought one. Seemed the most bland out of the bunch. c1,c2,c3,c6 all have style but something about the c5 was always off... until I bought one.
@wydopnthrtl 2 жыл бұрын
@@gopro2027 I recently added a small cowl induction hood. IMO that is how it should have looked since day 1. Otherwise the hood looks too flat.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Oh how I disagree., I think the stock hood is super sexy as is...
@clevlandblock 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 98 C5 coupe and a 16 Chevy SS sedan. I never rode in a C6 but I know the LS3 is a mean-ass motor. That plus the 6 speed auto makes the C6 a terror. However, I never took to the C6 styling. Coming at you, a C6 has kind of a goofy smile appearance and the tail looks too chopped off. Chevy stretched the wheelbase of the C6 for no reason other than it had to share the assembly line with the short-lived Cadillac XLR. This lengthening of the wheelbase together with reduction of body overhang gives the C6 a kind of diecast "Hotwheels" look it didn't need. But I'll admit the Z06 and ZR1 versions were well done and help redeem the C6, styling-wise. I've resisted going to a C6 or C7 because of the great looks of my C5. The C8 has my interest but I'd have to sell the SS and the C5 to afford it.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
All very good points, I didn't know the claim about the wheelbase being stretched just to match the Cadillac assembly line. Where did you hear that?
@clevlandblock 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life I'm a car magazine hoarder. It would have been in Car and Driver or Motor Trend around the time of the introduction of the C6 and/or XLR. I'll check around and repost if I find the article but my issues aren't in order. I followed the genesis of the C6 closely at the time. The wheelbase thing was fairly common knowledge then and may turn up on the net.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
@@clevlandblock I knew the wheelbase was longer, and the reviews I watched said they did that to improve handling. Although it seems to me that moving the rear wheels back will take even more weight off the rear wheels thus hurting acceleration.... I would definitely be interested to see what you find!
@clevlandblock 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life I recall reading that the wheelbase increase was due to Cadillac's attempt to get an improved ride versus the Vette and was not related to handling. It's not like the C5 was deficient in that area. You don't hear too much about automotive engineers increasing wheelbase by an inch or so to gain a handling advantage. Otherwise the Porsche 911 would look like a limo by now. The Corvette group had to bow to the wishes of the GM brass and their push to make Caddy world class at that time. The XLR concept was warped. The one Car and Driver test of the XLR that's on the internet said that the wheelbase increase was due to the bulkier engine and to better accommodate the folding top of the XLR...hardly relates to improving on the C5.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
@@clevlandblock Interesting, thanks for the info!
@waltermiller249 3 жыл бұрын
Would use the price difference and modify the C5 instead
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@wydopnthrtl 3 жыл бұрын
Ditto
@kindnessisalie5411 Жыл бұрын
c6 beats the c5 in every way, except the pop up headlights
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
the c6 is an evolution of the c5, but better exhaust and 0-60 time. trust me, i'm ADDICTED to corvettes ( even though im 18 )
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, that's going to be a long life of addiction!
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life as you see, r The ls3 is the evolutonized ls1. But both same big blocks are used in c8 c7 vetts, camaros, and even tahoes.😀
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
@@Swiftanium once you get past the LS3, then you get into the active fuel management BS.
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life like the l99 engine? ( AKA it's like a ls3 engine, but for an automatic camaro ss )
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life the newest generation silverado has that, but still keeps that same old 6.3 liter like in a tahoe/suburban, yukon/yukon xl, escalade/esv. it's like having a corvette engine block, but using it to make it more better and efficient. L99 and LS3 are simulair, but the L99 engine has the performace and fuel efficency while still having that 6.2 liter v8 vith tuning potential
@russellmakar579 2 жыл бұрын
My son had the 2013 Grand Sport, got rid of the cat, and had it dyno tuned and a set of headers installed, he was getting 500 hp at the wheels, I drove it a few times and yes, it's fast and LOUD!!! Very fun to drive, he bought it new and when he sold it he got more money than what he paid for it. And did I mention it's a chick magnet, I wish he never would have sold it but he bought a Tesla which is even faster.
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Tesla is awesome but after driving in one it just isn't the same... No engine noises, vibrations, shifting, smell of E85... etc.
@drewmorg. 8 ай бұрын
I wish your KBB numbers at the end of the video were still true today. Makes me sad.
@kingkongbingbong9889 3 жыл бұрын
C5 looks coolest imo
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
I like em both!
@josephforcino6399 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a c5 in like new condition with about 6 thousand dollars in up grades and a 6 speed . I love this car .
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@user-jb6co6vc4q Жыл бұрын
Now the 2012 is about 35k to 40k depending on mods
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
That's going to change as the economy skids, I'd wait till next summer as a buyer as a seller and sell it right now..
@willardarmbruster8111 11 ай бұрын
C5 is much better looking on the outside. Everything else I prefer the C6. This is so difficult. I may end up with a C7. Maybe nothing.
@Toys4Life 10 ай бұрын
Anticipation of what to buy (:-)
@davy1458 Жыл бұрын
c6 for sure
@captaintom9521 3 жыл бұрын
I like the look of my 02 C5 better than the C6 but I wish I had 430hp. Maybe I'll add a Turbo
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Check out the A&A supercharger kit on my channel. Easy bolt on 600 horsepower.. no other mods except for valve springs...
@ryanrake2714 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life personally I prefer naturally aspirated for reliability and performance. But a supercharger ain't bad especially 600 horsepower. Im looking for lower but strong power, looking at ram air induction and a cam swap. Thats is, maybe exhaust. 410-420 horsepower.
@F_r_a_n_y 3 жыл бұрын
I hear water running in the background.
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Dang it, you've got good ears that might have been my 30 gallon fish tank. I've got a couple of monster goldfish that just continue to grow. More importantly though, did you like the video?
@F_r_a_n_y 3 жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life Yes! The C5 is definitly the way to go for the difference in price imo
@kiwiguy4764 3 жыл бұрын
C6 and C5 base might be faster but isnt it hatchback Z06 frc forever
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@toddaulner5393 Жыл бұрын
2012 is around $30,000 unless it got 200,000 miles
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
Yeah, things spiked right after this video was made.. hopefully reality sets in this summer?
@hondamancl450 2 жыл бұрын
So much for Kelly blue book number's,you really can't go by those numbers so don't show them I never go by those numbers never did myself I go by condition and put my own value on car👍
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, but I think you may be missing the point. Comparing the value at a specific point in time of each generation from the same source was intended to simply give the viewer an approximation as to how much more $$ a C6 would cost vs a C5. I cannot think of a better way to objectively come up with that number.
@ah4800 Жыл бұрын
2005 corvettes go for 30-35k here in canada
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
Crap, and they have the weak differentials to boot.
@ah4800 Жыл бұрын
@Toys4Life C5 im having trouble choosing to buy a c5 or c6. If i get a c6 it will most likely be an 05 or 06
@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын
@@ah4800 2006 for sure. 2005s have that week differential issue, unless you're going to keep it stock.
@ah4800 Жыл бұрын
@Toys4Life C5 just minor bolt ons. I didnt know 2005 had that issue thanks.
@ah4800 Жыл бұрын
@@Toys4Life i also have an 86 c4 i need to upkeep as well so not much funds for any big mods
@angelobovara317 3 жыл бұрын
This guys voice sounds like fighter Stefen Bonner
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
I just listened to him on youtube... He sounds more manly than I do.... lol
@ronsteitz4535 4 жыл бұрын
I have a C5 2004 now but either car is fine with me. I had a C3 1973 first. I guess I like the hidden headlights as the 2004 was the last Vette made meeting this criteria. 👍
@todd8928 11 ай бұрын
The C5 is better and faster because of the flip up headlights. Its science.
@Toys4Life 11 ай бұрын
AMEN!
@Swiftanium 3 жыл бұрын
LT1>LT2; LS3, LS9 LS7; LS3>L99
@Toys4Life 2 жыл бұрын
LS3 and 7!
@modified93tc 3 жыл бұрын
Prices are way up
@Toys4Life 3 жыл бұрын
Indeed
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