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Hello, I'm trying to decide whether or not to sell my 2003 Audi A6 4.2 in order to buy a new C6 Corvette. The Audi is a great car that does what it's intended to do very well. It's luxurious, powerful (300 h.p. V8), beautifully built, and extremely satisfying to drive. The only "problem" is that it's not a sports car (and it doesn't try to be one). I'm giving serious consideration to selling the A6 and ordering a C6 coupe - 6-speed, Z51, Nav, and XM. I'd really enjoy hearing from anyone who has feedback on some of the things that concern me: 1. Can I expect squeaks and rattles? I know that past generation Corvettes have been notorious in this area. What about the C6? 2. How's the freeway ride on Z51 cars? Too harsh? Anyone here drive more than one suspension version (standard, Z51, F55) before deciding which to get? 3. Is it true that cars equipped with the navigation system get only a single-disc CD player? 4. Can the navigation system be programmed while the car is in motion? 5. Does anyone make a better-looking (metal?) trim plate for the center stack / console? (I know about the body-colored ones available through the Chevy parts department; is there anything of higher quality through the after-market? 6. After living with the car for awhile, what DON'T you like about it? Thanks in advance. - Mike |
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| The design of the C6 is clearly based on the Ferrari. The clean lines with large rear tail lights accented by the new exposed cat eye headlights. The 400 HP will keep up and even beat most all European based "higher cost" exotics. The sleek design combined with high tech interior components including comfort make this car a tour de force and a price/performance you will not beat. | |
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Here are the responses for you as I have a new C6: 1. Yes, previous Vettes did rattle. This was my number one criteria: The C6 is first Vette that does not rattle, and is tight. 2. I thought the Z51 was too harsh. I went with the F55 and it is perfect as you have tour/sport modes. 3. Yes it is true. I purchased XM radio-forget CDs. I was originally against XM- Not now. 4. I am not sure of this. But do get the Nav, it is wonderful and looks better and high tech. 5. Not yet. However, I purchased the slick silver and the center console compliments the exterior. It is the only Vette color that does this. No after market junk yet.. 6. Good question: Minor stuff, ie: no auto power window up and if you are taller then 6'- 2" head room will be tight but thats it..you will love this car.
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Replying to: vmrchitect (Mar 15, 2005 6:43 pm) |
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I have read reports where XM has less frequency response than FM. So FM sounds better. CIRUS is supposed to be better than XM. GM did a deal with XM so you have to go aftermarket if you want Cirus. CDs and MP3s will still be your choice to hear the sound of real music.
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Replying to: jmess (Mar 15, 2005 9:35 pm) |
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but I DO know that it sounds MUCH MUCH MUCH Better than FM. GM has a deal with XM because they are PART OWNERS of XM.  XM or Sirius... you will be happy either way. I have XM in 3 vehicles and love each version: 1 factory installed in a GM 1 Alpine aftermarket install on a Jeep Wrangler 1 FM modulated installation in a BMW - looks factory The BMW has the 'worst' sound of them all because of the modulation. It is not on par with a CD, but leaps and bounds above the XM. The Alpine and factory install both sound great. There is a Satellite radio forum here on Edmunds... -Paul |
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| My 04 C5 does not rattle,squeek, etc. at all. I've got over 5K miles on her now, and she is nice and tight. And airtight enough that you have to crack a door to close the hatch easily, otherwise it takes some effort. | |
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1. I was under the assumption that Bluetooth was available on the new C6 but I can't find any information about this on the chevy's site. 2. How many of you are living with a vette as your daily driver? Pros/cons? 3. What are service costs like, does the dealer give you a loaner vehicle? I'm now in CA and my commute to my office is less than 5 miles, plus I'm single with no kids/pets so snow/space etc isn't an issue. I just drove the C6 at the autoshow in motion in San Fran and I think I'm in love. |
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I have a 2002 Coupe daily driver after trying to keep it for events by driving a 1995 Corvette for a year to keep miles off. The 2002 is so much nicer my wife got an '04 Coupe for a partly/daily, she commutes in it about 3 days a week. I didn't want the '95 to sit out so I sold it since it was in nice shape only 28k miles after 9 years. My '02 does daily to the train station and then every few weeks goes to the track to run about 100+ miles at speed. Fantastic ride, but the several I've talked to who have C6's say it's a step up again. Biggest problem I'd see is that you won't warm up the engine oil in a short 5 mile commute. I do 1 mile to the freeway, about 5 miles on freeway and then into BART station and the oil is only up to 150/160 degrees, so I'm sure to get at least 15+ miles at least once a week, mid-week and keep the oil changed as well. The problems that the C5 had, rocking seat, some column lock, and oil usage have not been issues for me beyond the seat. Not sure what the C6 feedback is since I don't expect to get one for about a year +. Enjoy! Randy |
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