Just one more C5 thread

[Shaolin Crane]

Alright, i'm officially doing everything in my power to trade the 08 for a C5. I found a dozen cars in the 8-14k range with miles ranging from 60k-100k. I know the C5's can be electrical nightmares so what should be my first thing to look out for when looking at one, or after I get one? I'm still torn between a manual and an auto since i'd like to have one of my cars as an auto for city driving/long trips etc. But its also a vette and a manual is obviously more fun. I don't plan on modding it all that much beyond bolt ons so an auto might be sufficient. I also still have nightmares of that hydraulic clutch system.

Throw some knowledge at me.

[C5Natie]

My car has been 100% sound on the electrical end but things to look out for are; battery and battery box, some oem batteries would drip acid on the ecu below it, happened to me; make sure all grounds look ok; abs/traction control ground below fuse box and make sure the button on the center console works; pop up headlights; controller on 6way power seats. Pull up any codes on the dash dtc when you test drive it. Press and while holding the options button, press the fuel button 4 times. Any codes current or in the history will show, or use my scanner. If its a CA car I think youll be ok and a properly setup auto can be fun in these cars too.

[BADDASSC6]

I haven' heard of any significant electrical problems. The hydraulic clutch can be a problem. I would look for any signs of track abuse or collisions.

[Shaolin Crane]

I've heard they're electrical fussy, no major issue the mention just common replacement of switches, window regulators (all chevy's really) and stuff in that general area. I', leaning towards an auto but the higest prospect with the lowest miles in a 6sp and it my first choice option wise. Red, black interior HUD etc. I've had about 5 of the dealers call me and i'm going to see if I can pit them against each other for a better deal on the trade in, but really if they pay it off i'll be happy. Keep y'all posted.

[C5Natie]

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[Shaolin Crane]

So far here's the best prospect. Already spoke to the dealer about it, turns out the owner lives here in Covina so he's gonna come by and check out the truck and we'll start doing our paperwork hopefully this week.
http://www.bigvalleyauto.com/2000-Chevrolet-Corvette/Used-Car/SunValley-CA/0/2334529/Details.aspx

Its more then I want to pay but if they work out a deal including my truck, it's done.

[C5Natie]

Sweet. Hope you can pull it off and get a C5. I know youve been wanting one for a while.

[Shaolin Crane]

At least since they came out :)

[Damian]

Don't do it.

[Shaolin Crane]

That's not going to motivate me.

[Shaolin Crane]

Dealer came by and looked at the truck. He like it alot and we semi talked numbers. He's going to call me tomorrow to set something up.

[Sonic03SVT]

Mine had a few intermittent electrical issues, mostly centering on a bad ground for the alternator. Check the grounds, seemed to be a fairly common issue. Led to high/low charge issues, tcs/abs problems. Also id make certain that you dont have a leaky battery in there, heard horror stories about melted computers, luckily never had that issue myself.

[Shaolin Crane]

Definitely going to check that out.

[Shaolin Crane]

Any auto or stick owners that would be willing to let me drive their cars to help decide?

[Shaolin Crane]

Well every dealer said they'd be happy to help after I fixed the truck and traded it in :rolleyes: So i guess i'm not getting a vette after all.

[Ryridesmotox]

Have you tried to sell the truck on eBay? They have a free classified that runs in a 200mile radius I sold the old 59 ford on there after sitting on it for a year.

On the flip side, oil pressure and temp sensors tend to be a PITA, batteries are shitty and expensive (Walmart or Costco has em cheaper), get a gel battery as soon as you can so acid doesn't leak on your ECU. And if you don't drive it everyday a battery tender. Been my experience that LS blocks eat batteries like Rosie O'Donnell eat cakes.

I have a lot of the same componentry in the V, and my dad has had his Vette for a long time. His is a 2001 drop top automatic. Its fun to drive but the convertible aspect makes it not trackable unless you put a rollbar or cage in it. Oh and it gets amazing gas mileage. Hell even my V gets 26 with the cruise on at 65-70mph.

[C5Natie]

My C5 has only had 3 batteries its whole life, the stocker, a yellowtop Optima I found in the trash and lasted 3yrs, and the current redtop replacement. Only guys Ive seen with batt problems are those who store them or let them sit for a while. If its a dd it shouldnt be an issue.

I did forget about the oil pressure sensor. I went out on me once. Replaced it with an Autozone unit 4-5yrs ago, no problems since. Takes 20min to change it out.

[Shaolin Crane]

Have you tried to sell the truck on eBay? They have a free classified that runs in a 200mile radius I sold the old 59 ford on there after sitting on it for a year.

On the flip side, oil pressure and temp sensors tend to be a PITA, batteries are shitty and expensive (Walmart or Costco has em cheaper), get a gel battery as soon as you can so acid doesn't leak on your ECU. And if you don't drive it everyday a battery tender. Been my experience that LS blocks eat batteries like Rosie O'Donnell eat cakes.

I have a lot of the same componentry in the V, and my dad has had his Vette for a long time. His is a 2001 drop top automatic. Its fun to drive but the convertible aspect makes it not trackable unless you put a rollbar or cage in it. Oh and it gets amazing gas mileage. Hell even my V gets 26 with the cruise on at 65-70mph.
I've tried everything, i'm just gonna let it sit. Its building my credit in a big way, so it's not doing absolutely nothing sitting there.