So when does the C7 get announced? Should be soon.

The changes from C5 to C6 were massive. The entire car is different. Besides have no similar parts, they don't even look the same if you actually look. A base C6 Corvette out-performs and out-powers a C5 Z06... and you think it's not a major change? Right...

Try doing some research next time.

We stand by our statement.

While there was a styling redo, and it was a big improvement, the chassis and drivetrain remained mostly identical to the C5. See http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/04q1/2005_chevrolet_corvette-first_drive_review

C4 > C5: That was a big change.

C3 > C4: Ditto.

But thanks for your comment. Keep 'em coming!

Way to put BadVette in his place!I love it! I agree the two cars are on a similar platform.The only downfall in my opinion is they should have kept the hidden headlights that were used for 3 generations,its a Corvette thing.As far as a base C6 out-performing a C5 Z06?You obviously have not tangled with a C5 with someone that knows how to drive yet!BadVette,right!!!!

I agree... the C5 & C6 Vettes are very similar. And ditto on the hide-away headlights. They should have been retained.

I'm sure I'll get blasted for this, but the C4 years are dead to me. I bought a brand new 1980 and when the new C4's came out four years later I was disgusted. Square panels and straight lines! It's just my opinion, but the only redeemable thing about the C4's was Chevrolet was finally able to bring performance back into the Corvette world during those years.

I have an '80 Vette again. For the money that I spent to purchase this car and do a frame-off restoration I could have bought a mid-60's Vette, but I love the 1980 Corvette for its look and feel.

It's my opinion that GM tends to always fall short. Although the suspension and drive train on the corvette is awesome, it's my opinion that it still significantly lacks in styling. It needs a radical change.

My opinion:

I think the drive up test is the best way to tell if a change is significant. Can I tell the difference between two cars when one passes me or drives up? C1 Corvette? Yes. C2? Yes C3? Yes, ugliest Corvettes made. C4? Not always because they look so similar to C5 Corvettes. I think C4 and C5 corvettes look too much alike. C6? Yes. On average C6 Corvettes are faster, better handling and look completely different from a C6, C5, C4, C3, C2 and C1 Corvette.

C-1 strong engine in a sporty car. C-2 powerful engine, good suspension. C-3 powerful engines, better suspension. C-4 very powerful computer controlled system, C-5 new advances in technology, engine and suspension with-in a fast paced automotive popularity contest called for a new platform. C-6 newer advances in engine drive terrain cause gm to produce the biggest money pit you could ever invest in, headlights are 1500 us dollars each and are only available as an entire lamp, siliconed shut as so no one can rebuild or repair, getting them in your specific color will be even more difficult soon, similar to the C4's computer problems and Adjusting Strut rods, most of these computer systems will become obsolete in the very near future requiring bypass systems or extremely expensive computer modules, the interior is painted plastic shit, gm since bankruptcy has discontinued many of the parts, and has laid off even more factories who make and remanufacture parts. Since the C-4 made its debut, all corvettes have been designed to be "disposable" it's unfortunate that American cars have to be made so poorly to compete with the Japanese auto makers, yet still charge more for the cheaply made cars (per income percent) than ever before. But damn, my C6 is fast

C-1 strong engine in a sporty car. C-2 powerful engine, good suspension. C-3 powerful engines, better suspension. C-4 very powerful computer controlled system, C-5 new advances in technology, engine and suspension with-in a fast paced automotive popularity contest called for a new platform. C-6 newer advances in engine drive terrain cause gm to produce the biggest money pit you could ever invest in, headlights are 1500 us dollars each and are only available as an entire lamp, siliconed shut as so no one can rebuild or repair, getting them in your specific color will be even more difficult soon, similar to the C4's computer problems and Adjusting Strut rods, most of these computer systems will become obsolete in the very near future requiring bypass systems or extremely expensive computer modules, the interior is painted plastic shit, gm since bankruptcy has discontinued many of the parts, and has laid off even more factories who make and remanufacture parts. Since the C-4 made its debut, all corvettes have been designed to be "disposable" it's unfortunate that American cars have to be made so poorly to compete with the Japanese auto makers, yet still charge more for the cheaply made cars (per income percent) than ever before. But damn, my C6 is fast

I love my 05 C6. Had a bad experience with Chevy's in the mid 80's Z28, but this is a solid car. Bought her 2 years old and driven for last 4 years with great success.

I don't know man, I LOVE 'em ALL.
-And all of them have their good and evil.

My personal Absolute Favorite, tho: C4 1987 manual (which is obviously the one I've got). Mostly for "romantic" reasons, rather than technical. I wouldn't change it for anything.

Enjoy your Vette! ;)

I don't know man, I LOVE 'em ALL.
-And all of them have their good and evil.

My personal Absolute Favorite, tho: C4 1987 manual (which is obviously the one I've got). Mostly for "romantic" reasons, rather than technical. I wouldn't change it for anything.

Enjoy your Vette! ;)

C6 should not have been called c5.5 and anyone that says that is wrong, 80% of all the parts changed from c5 to c6 including the frame and wheelbase. C2 to C3 used the same frame, wheelbase, and engine if anyone was not a major change it was then.