What is your favorite RWD Corvette generation?

[speedog]

Seven generations of the Chevrolet Corvette have now been produced, a model production run that is now into it's 7th decade. The mid-engined Corvette (or whatever GM will call it) is due out soon as well and it is unknown what the future holds for the front engined Corvette platform.

As such, what is your favorite front engined Corvette generation? Myself, I've always liked the C3 generation the most and within that generation I've always liked the styling of the 1980-82 versions the most even though they were probably the most anemic Corvettes ever produced.

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[JustinL]

RWD= Rear wheel drive. Even a mid engined Corvette will be RWD.

For me the C6 is the shape I like best.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

C6 Z06 however I’m probably going to end up with a C5 Z06 when I find the right one.

[Maxx Mazda]

YEah, not sure what you mean by RWD, they all are... My dad has owned every generation of Vette from C2 onwards, my favourite is his current C7 Grand Sport. Although, his C5 holds some sentimental value in that we went on many road trips to Bowling Green in it when I was a kid.

Personally, a C5 Z06 (2002-up with the 405HP engine instead of the 385HP found in the 2001) are great performance bang for the buck. They can be had south of the border for relatively cheap these days, and modifications are plenty and easy.

[speedog]

RWD= Rear wheel drive. Even a mid engined Corvette will be RWD.

For me the C6 is the shape I like best.

Shit, what I was thinking about sure didn't get posted
What a brain fart but yeah, I meant the front engined variants versus the upcoming mid-engined beast.

[D'z Nutz]

Purely from a styling perspective, my preference is C1 by a far margin, then C2, C3, C5 (in that order). The rest don't do anything for me, especially the C4 which was boring even when it was current. The C5 kinda gave the Corvette name a pulse again, both in looks and performance, at a time when the exciting cars on the roads were RX-7s, NSXs, and Supras.

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[Darkane]

C6 Z06.

427ci
Titanium connecting rods
7100rpm
500+ hp

Extra light car (3200pounds in 2006)
Factory quarter in the mid 11s, at or near 125mph.

Can mod the LS7 to 700hp + NA without racecar characteristics.

Edit: lighter and faster than I originally said. Specific aluminum unibody over the standard car saved 136lbs. Amazing.

https://www.google.ca/amp/www.motortrend.com/cars/chevrolet/corvette/2006/2006-chevrolet-corvette-z06/amp/

[dirtsniffer]

Love them all. Seems like they just get better performance wise. Except maybe the c7 z06.

Having a family really killed my corvette plan but the plan was to get a low mileage c6 and keep it forever.

Should mention that I wasn't a fan of the c4. But I am not sure if many great cars came out in that era.

Since the thread was what's your favorite I'll say c6 z06. No verts

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Also if anyone knows someone selling a C5 Z06 send them my way, I’ve been seriously watching for one.

[AndyL]

I must need a mullet. I've always loved the C4.

[Maxx Mazda]

Also if anyone knows someone selling a C5 Z06 send them my way, I’ve been seriously watching for one.

Have you looked south of the border? Most of the good examples I’ve seen are in the southern US.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Have you looked south of the border? Most of the good examples I’ve seen are in the southern US.

Doesn’t seem to be worth it with the current exchange rate.

[ExtraSlow]

Probably not any cheaper but better condition for same money could make it worth the hassle.

[Aaaaaron]

The C2 is probably one of my favourite car designs of all time. Where the C5 is probably the best balance of looks and performance although.

[spikerS]

I like most of them. I am all about the C3 Stingrays. That body never gets boring. C2 are a very close second to me. the C4 & 5 are just blah to me. Their body designs are just too generic for me.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Probably not any cheaper but better condition for same money could make it worth the hassle.

I suppose that’s true. I’m not in a real rush, been looking most of the year casually. I would consider a base one with removable roof too, I can add a cam, long tube headers and an exhaust and be close to the LS6 in power.

[vengie]

1) c1
2) c7
3) c6

[Buster]

The C3 is horrid. It's good in the same way that Cocktail was a good movie. No no no.

And mechanically, just ridiculous pieces of garbage. And this is from a Corvette lover.

[corsvette]

All have their own bit of awesomeness! My faves,

1- C7, amazing car in every respect
2- C4, was my first Vette and the one I lusted for as a boy, still absolutely love the look of them
3- C6, a great all around sports car that can be had on the cheap(er) now

[speedog]

I like most of them. I am all about the C3 Stingrays. That body never gets boring. C2 are a very close second to me. the C4 & 5 are just blah to me. Their body designs are just too generic for me.

C3's - it's all about those curves.

[SKR]

In this order:

1 - C6
2 - C7
3 - C4
4 - C1 (toward the end of that gen with 4 headlights, I don't care much for the first ones)
5 - C2
6 - C3
7 - C5

The fifth gens look out of proportion to me. They have the big fat ass of the C6 that I like, but the front end is too close to the C4.

[firebane]

C1/2/5/6/7

3 was weird with the front styling and 4 was mediocre.

5 they really got back with a good style and the c6 and 7 body lines are awesome.

[NissanFanBoy]

C6 looks cross eyed.

[corsvette]

In this order:

1 - C6
2 - C7
3 - C4
4 - C1 (toward the end of that gen with 4 headlights, I don't care much for the first ones)
5 - C2
6 - C3
7 - C5

The fifth gens look out of proportion to me. They have the big fat ass of the C6 that I like, but the front end is too close to the C4.


Agree. I found the 5 looked way too fat assed too. The hideaway headlamps were also way past their prime when the C5 came out.

[BokCh0y]

I like them all to be honest, not one in particular I'd pick as a fav. For me the vette has been again gracefully since it's introduction. Each new release seems to get better and better building from the previous year, which isn't something all oem's have done well with their some of their product lines.

[r3ccOs]

I like them all to be honest, not one in particular I'd pick as a fav. For me the vette has been again gracefully since it's introduction. Each new release seems to get better and better building from the previous year, which isn't something all oem's have done well with their some of their product lines.

For me, being a long time corvette despiser and growing up in the 80's 90's I personally hated the C4, as that was "that guy's" Dad's "supercar" and how its so much faster than everyone else's car...

To me though, the C2 is just iconic and dead sexy... like the 66 mustang or 69 Firebird, they are pure legend

So my ranking would be definately C2, C7, C6 and C5... giving some props to the C5 for some relatively modern day styling and performance.. (I mean a C5 Z06 w/ that LS6, T56 and good tires and she's a fun machine)

the C5 and even the C6 are still in my mind "wannabe" cars, crying to compete with the exotics. Though the ZR1 and Z06 were mean machines, to me it wasn't until the C7 where I have to give GM the props and say that other than pedegree that a Corvette now lacks NOTHING

I mean I still believe its the same old formula of lets take a Chev Small block and transmission out of a truck and stuff it into a IRS transaxel coupe... but The C7 is just done right, it looks right and it sounds right.

[carson blocks]

I've had C3, C4, and a C5z. I like the C3 styling, but quality was poor even by Corvette standards and the years haven't treated most well. Most of the later, more affordable C3s really need a powertrain upgrade to be a fun driver. My C5z was the nicest car to drive, but was a bitch to work on and lacked soul compared to the C3. Everyone hates on C4s, but I really liked mine, and the clamshell hood made it fantastic to work on. I think my next 'vette will be a C3 with a LS/T56 swap

I've always loved Corvettes, I just hate most Corvette guys and the downside to driving a 'vette is you don't want to get lumped in with those Hawaiian shirt wearing, shit talking d-bags. Damn near everyone with a 350/auto vette will talk your ear off about what cars they've beaten, and how their wheezy 200hp 350 must be 'around 500 horse' because of the chromed intake, holley double pumper, and small tube headers.

[HiTempguy1]

C4 was the first corvette that stepped into the modern age of handling.

Yes, for an american car, the corvette was "leading edge" in many generations, but the C4 was the first true step up.

I love them all basically. It's hard to REALLY love anything from the mid 70's to early 80's with smog rules completely killing the cars.

Ultimately, I could see myself in a C4. ZR1 = drool. However, I'd make a ZR1 look alike, then stick a 14:1 compression 6.0L with a 4.8L crank and run it on E85. Should be good for 700hp at 8k rpm.

[Skrilla]

C5 for me. FRC option, LT's Cam and Tune. Such a blast to drive

[phreezee]

C5, the last of the popup headlights.

[asp integra]

My dad has a C5 so I am partial to them, C2 are also sexy

https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/299035_544363756432_3188149_n.jpg?oh=caf6673bb784e91da25bd9eeb41d2c5c&oe=5A873B05

[Maxx Mazda]

^^^ Nassau Blue with the tan interior. Mint.

[dirtsniffer]

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Chevrolet/Corvette/KELOWNA/British+Columbia/19_10325633_/?ursrc=pl&urp=2&urm=2&showcpo=ShowCPO
someone should buy this

[Rocket1k78]

Not sure if this is total off topic but whatever happened to the inrich guy? i remember his non stop posts about his super car corvette

[TYMSMNY]

The C2 is probably one of my favourite car designs of all time. Where the C5 is probably the best balance of looks and performance although.

absolutely agree with the C2. So dang sexy.

[dirtsniffer]

Not sure if this is total off topic but whatever happened to the inrich guy? i remember his non stop posts about his super car corvette

Banned for not admitting that Mercedes is the one true manufacturer (or maybe because he was racist AF).

[Kloubek]

Each generation had their pros and cons. Obviously as technology improved so did the cars - with the exception the dark era starting around... what... '74? '75?

I was born during those dark times, so when I was a kid I mainly saw the C3's and as far as design goes, I think they win as far as era-specific exterior design. (Though if I grew up earlier I might argue the C2's were even more outrageous). I still think the C3 is sharp with those huge fender humps... though the interiors are and always were truly horrible. At the time I had no idea that sports cars were really not that sporty so my love of Corvettes started off on a misinformed foot....

As I got into my teens I dreamed of owning a C4 and finally appreciated the performance improvement over the C3 which was badly castrated by those emissions requirements. So I guess that is the model I grew up truly lusting after but by the time I could comfortably afford one, the C5 wasn't much more expensive so that's what I actually bought. Naturally, the C5 was a huge improvement in quality and ride but it still had a substandard interior and wasn't really a massive step up from the late-model C4's in performance. Of course there was the Z06 but I really like open-air motoring, so the targa on my C5 was a must and I never moved on a Z06 even when I had an opportunity.

I think the C6 was another great step up - with an obviously better interior, sharper lines, trimmed exterior, and a 50hp bump. Despite all the improvements, I always felt the c6 was a little "boring" in some ways. It just looks kind of generic from some angles - mainly the front end. I was never a fan of the fixed lights. Not necessarily that I was still fond of flip-up lights (I was), but more that they were just "there" and didn't seem to add to the design. In fact, I think all in all the C5 design might have been more successful overall; at least for the era.

The C7 I can't comment on driving-wise as I've never had the opportunity. But by every measure, it shows to be the best of them all. It looks aggressive (though I feel something is "off" about that rear end but can't place exactly what), the interior is finally to the quality level it should be by all accounts, and the performance is a substantial step up from the C6.

But all in all, I think if I was to put my finger on the best for the era, I think I'd pick the C4. It was a truly modern representation of the sports car and a big departure from anything else Chevy had ever made. I mean - LCD display? As crappy as it was, that was some real si-fi shit right there. 1984 model aside, it may not have been that powerful by today's standards, but 0-60 in some 5.6 seconds in 1985 was absolutely outstanding. It was also the first model to feature a proper injection system which was a huge step away from both the carbureted models and even that garbage "crossfire" injection. The handling was finally of a modern design and outstanding for the era. (Still fairly decent by today's standards, actually). I think the exterior design was truly beautiful in it's relative restraint and even today I think they are good looking cars.

So that's my vote. C4. Andy - you bring the mullet and I'll bring the open shirt with chest hair.

[Buster]

The C6 Z06 was one of the greatest cars ever made, IMO. The LS7 was a revelation for me when I first drove it. Still would love to own one.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Chevrolet/Corvette/KELOWNA/British+Columbia/19_10325633_/?ursrc=pl&urp=2&urm=2&showcpo=ShowCPO
someone should buy this

I would buy it if I had a way to get it back here.

[bjstare]

I would buy it if I had a way to get it back here.

Just drive it?

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Legally need winter tires to drive over the pass from October 1st-March 31st and even if I ignore that and it snows I could be stranded.

[speedog]

Legally need winter tires to drive over the pass from October 1st-March 31st and even if I ignore that and it snows I could be stranded.

You can also run M&S rated tires during that time frame in BC but that Vette probably isn't shod with those either.

[MalibuStacy]

https://youtu.be/GvkJzYHCdHI

[bjstare]

Legally need winter tires to drive over the pass from October 1st-March 31st and even if I ignore that and it snows I could be stranded.

Right, that completely slipped my mind. I run winters on both my cars so I didn't even think twice about it.

Either way, if you really wanted it, I'm sure the seller would work with you for transportation or storage through springtime.

[never]

Legally need winter tires to drive over the pass from October 1st-March 31st and even if I ignore that and it snows I could be stranded.

It's not that far...just zip out and back with a trailer!

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

I have a line on two local to Alberta to follow up on before I pursue that one in Kelowna at least.

[Team_Mclaren]

My first experience in a vette was a C5 Z06. god that car was fun to drive. I still love it to this day.

I looked into buying one and modding it JDM style to piss off all the old guys. They actually make a set of TEs in C5 fitment iirc.

[spikerS]

I would buy it if I had a way to get it back here.

we could rent a u-haul... Baygirl and I haven't done a road trip in awhile...

[J-hop]

Would love a c5. I think it’s one of best ageing designs since the 60s.

C7 is really cool design wise but I think 20 years from now it’s going to look like the c4s look to me now (like a door stop).

[corsvette]

Speculative image of the C8/Zora
http://i68.tinypic.com/2ebuarm.jpg

[dirtsniffer]

Looks good. Need to add at least 6 more vents or scoops

[94boosted]

I think the C6 is the best looking generation but I'm a bit biased here ;)

If I had to pick one it would definitely be the 2013 C6 Z06 w/ Z07 Pkg. that's the pinnacle of the C6 IMO

http://www.envisionauto.com/listing/2013-chevrolet-corvette-z06-z07-3lz-magnetic-ride-one-owner#prettyPhoto[pp_gal]/13/ :drool::drool::drool:

Though it's really fun driving around in a C6 ZR1, 107km/h in first gear is a bit nutty.

I've only ever driven C5's, C6's and C7's never any of the previous gens though.

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Also if anyone knows someone selling a C5 Z06 send them my way, I’ve been seriously watching for one.

$20 says Cam ends up selling his before next season

[Ca_Silvia13]

My first experience in a vette was a C5 Z06. god that car was fun to drive. I still love it to this day.

I looked into buying one and modding it JDM style to piss off all the old guys. They actually make a set of TEs in C5 fitment iirc.


I looked at C4 with the same basic idea in mind. But in AB even those are 5k+ for a shitty one. Plus it had to be a manual which drove the price up even more. I just wanted to bag drive it so that kind of money for that car wasn't going to happen.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

I think the C6 is the best looking generation but I'm a bit biased here ;)

If I had to pick one it would definitely be the 2013 C6 Z06 w/ Z07 Pkg. that's the pinnacle of the C6 IMO

http://www.envisionauto.com/listing/2013-chevrolet-corvette-z06-z07-3lz-magnetic-ride-one-owner#prettyPhoto[pp_gal]/13/ :drool::drool::drool:

Though it's really fun driving around in a C6 ZR1, 107km/h in first gear is a bit nutty.

I've only ever driven C5's, C6's and C7's never any of the previous gens though.

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$20 says Cam ends up selling his before next season

He told me to buy one so he has incentive to keep his lol.

[Darkane]

Speculative image of the C8/Zora
http://i68.tinypic.com/2ebuarm.jpg

That’s not bad. That would be the midengine.

Can’t see the front end being so slanty and low with an engine there.