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pantera1683 · 09-28-2015

I am vacillating with the idea of adding another Corvette to my garage. I want my next one to be a convertible and I am interested in by order of preference:

1. 68-72 Big block four speed
2. 96 LT4 six speed
3. C5 six speed.

Any of you own one of these models along with your ZR-1?

I really like the early C3s but the thought of owning two "classic" cars kind of scares me. I think the LT4 might be too close to my Z in driving experience. The C5 I really just threw in there because they are so relatively cheap right now.

I would love to hear your thoughts experiences with these models.

Corvettes White · 09-28-2015

Why? I have a 99 six speed 427 and a 69 four speed 383. 150,000 on the 99 and the 69 likely has 250,000. Dependability? On the important stuff about equal. On the little stuff more goes wrong on the 69. Attracting attention? 69 hands down. Road trip, 99 more much practical. I have more problems finding parts for the 99. The 69 is very much a do it yourself car. I do not race, but when the suspension and steering are tight, the 69 is fun. Easily could be a daily driver if you do not need Bluetooth or a cup holder. 99s are not much money. But watch the mileage. Repairs add up very quickly on the 99. The 69 is inexpensive to maintain. Big blocks are heavy in front and have a different personality from the small block. Drive both just to make sure. Also AC. The C3's get very hot inside. George

Gunny · 09-28-2015

I currently have two in the garage ... 1990 black ZR-1 and 2002 black ZO6. I drive each as often as possible to local events, Bowling Green, Carlisle, and especially in the mountains of north Georgia, NC, and TN.

Lots more photos, not only my Vettes, but many others at numerous events, road trips, etc. Click the link to my website in my signature below.

Kevin · 09-28-2015

looking at adding a c6zr1 in a few years

edram454 · 09-28-2015

I had a supercharged c5 while I had my zr1. the c5 is very comfortable and has great ac. it can be driven daily without any issues. it is nice going on long trips. the older vettes are not as user friendly. i have had many c3's and they are much harsher as far as comfort and ride go. I have never had a c3, which I have had 3 of them, have good air conditioning especially big blocks. My 1971 big block was a show winner but no matter what I would replace it always would run hot with the ac on and the ac was never really cold. I replaced the entire system on my 1969 and it never really blew cold compared with modern cars. I also replaced the entire ac on my 1976 and insulated the cabin and it was ok but not on real not days in south florida so as far as ac goes dont waste your money on ac systems in c3's. I did once ride in a 1978 pace car and the ac did work good but when the car stopped at red lights the temperature would start climbing up and up.

the c5 had a supercharger and a 3 core radiator and that always blew ice cold and never got hot even in south florida. a great car.

ed ramos #3028

We Gone · 09-28-2015

Had a C5 put 165k miles on it great road car, Had a 96 CE LT4 great car sold it and the C5 to by a second ZR-1 if that tells you anything, also have an 82 CE as I love the body style of a C3 and will always own one.

Vette73 · 09-28-2015

Have owned a 73 convertible for the last 13 years....Always wanted a C3 convertible...

It's nice having different generations of Corvettes.....I would go with the C3 instead of another C4 if I were you......Easy to maintain and definate definate head turners..Torque monsters if you find a nice big block..

Good luck.....

Bmak77 · 09-29-2015

If you are going to get a C5 get the Z06, preferably later 2003 or 04 models. Seems that some might have had different valve springs installed. None the less a fun fast car. Not to mention the HUD at night makes me think I'm in a jet fighter.

http://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/...-failures.html

cvette98pacecar · 09-29-2015

If you want to put the top down there are great deals to be had on C5. The prices are starting to go on the upward climb.

While I do not drive the 98 often, The 03 gets driven a lot.

mike100 · 10-01-2015

I have a C6 that I don't drive very much.

09-28-2015	#1
pantera1683 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 391	Owning multiple Corvettes I am vacillating with the idea of adding another Corvette to my garage. I want my next one to be a convertible and I am interested in by order of preference: 1. 68-72 Big block four speed 2. 96 LT4 six speed 3. C5 six speed. Any of you own one of these models along with your ZR-1? I really like the early C3s but the thought of owning two "classic" cars kind of scares me. I think the LT4 might be too close to my Z in driving experience. The C5 I really just threw in there because they are so relatively cheap right now. I would love to hear your thoughts experiences with these models.

09-28-2015	#2
Corvettes White Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 480	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes Why? I have a 99 six speed 427 and a 69 four speed 383. 150,000 on the 99 and the 69 likely has 250,000. Dependability? On the important stuff about equal. On the little stuff more goes wrong on the 69. Attracting attention? 69 hands down. Road trip, 99 more much practical. I have more problems finding parts for the 99. The 69 is very much a do it yourself car. I do not race, but when the suspension and steering are tight, the 69 is fun. Easily could be a daily driver if you do not need Bluetooth or a cup holder. 99s are not much money. But watch the mileage. Repairs add up very quickly on the 99. The 69 is inexpensive to maintain. Big blocks are heavy in front and have a different personality from the small block. Drive both just to make sure. Also AC. The C3's get very hot inside. George

09-28-2015	#4
Kevin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 4,624	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes looking at adding a c6zr1 in a few years __________________ It's not the car, it's the people - Doug Johnson 90 r/r "KEYS ON" nick named "T.L.B"

09-28-2015	#5
edram454 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: .. Posts: 693	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes I had a supercharged c5 while I had my zr1. the c5 is very comfortable and has great ac. it can be driven daily without any issues. it is nice going on long trips. the older vettes are not as user friendly. i have had many c3's and they are much harsher as far as comfort and ride go. I have never had a c3, which I have had 3 of them, have good air conditioning especially big blocks. My 1971 big block was a show winner but no matter what I would replace it always would run hot with the ac on and the ac was never really cold. I replaced the entire system on my 1969 and it never really blew cold compared with modern cars. I also replaced the entire ac on my 1976 and insulated the cabin and it was ok but not on real not days in south florida so as far as ac goes dont waste your money on ac systems in c3's. I did once ride in a 1978 pace car and the ac did work good but when the car stopped at red lights the temperature would start climbing up and up. the c5 had a supercharger and a 3 core radiator and that always blew ice cold and never got hot even in south florida. a great car. ed ramos #3028

09-28-2015	#6
We Gone Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,169	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes Had a C5 put 165k miles on it great road car, Had a 96 CE LT4 great car sold it and the C5 to by a second ZR-1 if that tells you anything, also have an 82 CE as I love the body style of a C3 and will always own one. __________________ Steve 1990 Steel Blue/Black #2355 1990 Red/Red #1473 1991 Quasar /Black #118 Sold 1991 Turquoise/Black #766 Parted Out 1993 Yellow/White #179 Sold 1990 Black/Gray #1361 Headers/4:10s Sold

09-28-2015	#3
Gunny Join Date: May 2005 Location: Georgia Mountains Posts: 918	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes I currently have two in the garage ... 1990 black ZR-1 and 2002 black ZO6. I drive each as often as possible to local events, Bowling Green, Carlisle, and especially in the mountains of north Georgia, NC, and TN. Lots more photos, not only my Vettes, but many others at numerous events, road trips, etc. Click the link to my website in my signature below. __________________ George Jones Founding Member #14 www.zrwon.com

09-28-2015	#7
Vette73 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Brooklyn ny Posts: 1,044	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes Have owned a 73 convertible for the last 13 years....Always wanted a C3 convertible... It's nice having different generations of Corvettes.....I would go with the C3 instead of another C4 if I were you......Easy to maintain and definate definate head turners..Torque monsters if you find a nice big block.. Good luck.....

09-29-2015	#8
Bmak77 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 23	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes If you are going to get a C5 get the Z06, preferably later 2003 or 04 models. Seems that some might have had different valve springs installed. None the less a fun fast car. Not to mention the HUD at night makes me think I'm in a jet fighter. http://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/...-failures.html

09-29-2015	#9
cvette98pacecar Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 2,466	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes If you want to put the top down there are great deals to be had on C5. The prices are starting to go on the upward climb. While I do not drive the 98 often, The 03 gets driven a lot.

10-01-2015	#10
mike100 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Marcos CA Posts: 1,786	Re: Owning multiple Corvettes I have a C6 that I don't drive very much.