C5 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Which years are the BEST?
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- Lyle goes over his opinion regarding which are the best years for the C5 Corvette. Its a must-watch if you are looking to buy a C5 corvette and want to find that "sweet spot."
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Met an old man this morning . He's about 85 years old and is driving his 2000 C5 Corvette that he bought new . He has 360,000 miles on it .
Lyle. A man that knows his stuff when it comes to dealing with a corvette.
I wish I had watched this video before I bought my C5. I pulled the trigger on a 2000 black on black on black C5 six speed convertible. Love the car but I now know why I got such a good deal on it. Within 2,000 miles of owning it, my EBCM went south and now know fixing or replacing is not a realistic option. Then I noticed the harmonic balancer is stock and in the early stages of the death wobble. Heed Lyle in these videos. He is super smart and I only wish I had found this channel sooner. At least I have the knowledge for when I decide to upgrade to a C6 :-)
I did I ton of research and this guy is correct. That’s why I bought an 02 automatic with normal suspension. Seems to be the least problem having car of the C5 vettes.
I heard the 2002 was the less problematic year of the c5s as well
@@kenschwander5291 lifters.
I'm thinking of doing a 01 02 03 corvette. No less than 30k miles. If it has active ride suspension I'm gonna do the active ride simulator
You're a knowledgeable man when it comes to corvettes; I guess working on them all these years has helped, however, you surpassed the pinnacle of excellence. Really enjoyed the show, thank you.
So glad you shared this with us!
OMG, what clarity! Thank you for this video!
Feeling pretty good about my 02 purchase of a couple of months ago, but I would like to add one thing I did not come across during my research into the C5. That is the oil pressure sensor problem that I experienced, and later found to be an issue with these cars. Meaning, either the screen below the sensor gets clogged, or the sensor itself gets “stuck” open or closed, sending a false signal to the gauge and in my case, the ECM. Stuck open gives you an indication of too much oil pressure, closed; not enough pressure. In my car, it said low oil pressure, and the ECM put the car in reduced power (limp) mode to try and prevent damage to the engine. Changing the sensor is challenging, and at the least requires removing the fuel rail, at most the intake manifold. I chose the former trying to save money, but if it happened today, I’d pull the intake and give myself better access. Thankfully the sensor was the only problem with mine, and it’s running great now. I just wish someone had addressed this in the many videos I watched and websites I visited during my research.
You DO NOT have to remove the fuel rail to change the sensor!! Buy a $10 fuel line disconnect tool, and disconnect the fuel supply line from the car to the fuel rail. Then remove 10 bolts holding the intake on. While moving intake towards radiator, disconnect vacuum line(s) at rear of intake. Unplug a couple of wiring harness plugs from throttle body and other things. Remove intake. R&R the sensor, and reinstall intake in reverse procedure from removal. You may want to replace the 8 intake manifold O-rings.......👍
I bought my 01 with this issue, changed the oil pressure sensor and the intake manifold rings with labor it was 300. No issues since !
This is the best comment mate! I just purchased a c5 and the gauge is doing just that! Which I expected as the oil pressure sender! Reading max oil pressure. Cheers for confirming!
Great C5 buying advice. Simple and to the point. Thank you!
Wow! Another great video.
Excellent!!!
It is incredible how much you know!!
I have a 97 C5 , still runs like new ! Every year has its troubles ,
Same thing for me
:-D No high-performance car is going to be as cheap to maintain as a Camry.
@@Jukkala except a Camry RSR
Short and sweet. Thank you sir. Easily digestible
Your show is the best. Learn so much. Thank you for sharing
Love your content. I own a 2002 z06 and you’ve for sure nailed it on the issues and problem years.
Thanks. Your knowledge lead me to my entry into the corvette world; an 02 z06.
Glad I found this video. Im shopping for a c-5 now. Part of what I'll get will depend on budget. Thanks for the great video.
Thank-you bro , you're being very clear and pacific that's helping me better understanding how 2001 works thank-you
This is incredibly valuable advice. Thank you.
Great video! Well spoken,very very informative. Thank you so very much for sharing your expertise!
So i got the 02 from a friend and after hearing you Lyle, i feel blessed. Thanks for this.
After a long time off from sports car , I been thinking of a corvette.
Great info here!
Hello again Lyle. It’s been awhile! Really appreciate your knowledge, on everything corvettes.
Great video! I’m interested in purchasing a C6 Corvette, so I’m looking forward to watching that review..
Straight to the point and tons of useful info, thank you!
Great advice. I’m doing research on the best used corvettes. I’m thinking about buying one. You just helped me decide
Love it my 01 has a Lingenfelter in it. I have the drive train boxed up and in storage. Woo hooooo Thanks Lyle
Thanks so much for sharing your expertise. I purchased an 2001 3 months ago and it came with the typical issues that are evident by the amount of videos out there to repair them. HVAC display dim and the fuel gauge quits working were my two issues. The HVAC display was a pretty easy fix by re-soldering the resistors and so far the suggestion you gave my to fix the fuel gauge issues has helped a lot. (Seafoam). But I'll be replacing the sending unit someday. I sure appreciate all the help you've given. It is a fun hobby.
Lyle and crew, I have been subscribed and watching your videos for a while now. You have given me tons of knowledge when it comes to the C5 and C6. I love watching your videos and I can’t afford my dream C6 widebody yet BUT, I just picked up my very first corvette yesterday a C5. I felt prepared when I looked at it and knew some of the common problems to watch for. Could not be more excited (I’m sure you all know the first corvette feeling). I know I’ll be ordering parts from you and I just can’t thank you enough for what you’ve given to the corvette community. Keep up the hard work, your channel will continue to grow. Hopefully this goes even a small way towards upgrading equipment or such.
I took your advice and got a very nice 1991 c4 corvette manual transmission . Love it
Great show. Explicit info no extra words. I don't have a vette and probably never will but I enjoy a good show. Thanks.
I just purchased from a dealer, a 2004 Coupe, one owner and 75,000 miles in great condition. A big THANKS to Lyle and the great information he provided in this video. It made looking for my car less complicated and made me more confidence. Plus, I sent him emails and he responded PDQ with great feedback. As he suggested when I spoke with him, I am going to have all the fluids changed to establish a baseline for my car's maintenance; since they did show that it was done within the last 6 months. Thanks again!
Congrats! Let us know if we can help you as you progress through your Corvette ownership! Lyle
Thanks for all the great information
Really good info was unaware of either of this issues and looking to buy my first C5. 👍🏻
Great content brother, very clear and informative. Thank you!
Thanks to you, I decided to buy 2001 C5. You are my Corvette teacher!! I hope to visit your shop some day.
Great video🐱 Thanks for the info, Lyle!
Thanks for your opinion. I have an 01 with 56k that I’ve known from a friend that owned it the last 14 years and know how it was maintained and after watching this feel much better about my purchase. It’s been a great machine. Thanks again.
Always enjoy your vidéo!
Happy New year!
Just went through this with my 98! Threw a lot at it, but the romance isn’t dead.
Love these videos from C&S Corvettes. My black 99 (I own three C5s) had the driver's side seat problem where the seat had play in it. Got the kit and watched C&S's video on how to do the repair. It was sort of a pain to repair but the video was excellent. Thank you C&S!
Thx Lyle! I’m a proud owner of 03 🙂
This is Golden! Thanks saving for future use
I’m lucky I got the O2 with the f45 suspension. and thank you for your videos thanks to you I got the O2.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video .
I’m ready for my midlife crisis . I see a C5 in my future !
Thank you for all your information I currently have a c4 with 52,000 original miles and I'm looking at a 2001 with 70,000 miles after listening to your podcast I feel more comfortable about purchasing the 2001 thank you
I have the c5 2002. Only issue I ever had was the AC. Great video.
I got a 2002 c5 I'm happy to hear that
Lyle thanks for the info I got a 99 I will watch it. Got it with 69k run great. This is my third one I had two C3 I’m glad I could move up a little. I’m going to keep it stock it’s fast enough for me. I like seeing the guys drive the fast. I’m thinking about changing the top from oak to black add some black wheels and enjoy the ride. Thanks Again 👍🏿
Thank you my precious '01 for being in the top tier list :)
I have an 01 too. Coupe
Me 2 it’s a twin turbo. The last one Jhon Lingenfelter drove 😀 and I have it on video
Wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge and recommendations. I sold my 67 Cutlass Supreme convertible and bought an 2001 fully optioned yellow C5 with 27,300 miles on it. I watched several of your videos prior to that purchase and felt a lot more confident in the purchase. I'Il be back on your channel for more learning. Who'd have thought that lemon based ammonia would remove the tackiness of horn cover!
eyeing an '01 Z06...this was helpful...thanks!
No time to “eye” these cars I’ve been looking for a c5 for over a year now and finally got one but they are snatched up quicker than you imagine. Every one I went to look at it would be gone shortly after listing (if it was in decent shape) or right after I left to think then come back for it, it would be sold!
Lyle this video totally an honest suggestion, good job. 👍
I just bought your rocking seat fix package with the tabs. I hope the install is as easy as your video on it.
Thank you so much, Lyle, for this invaluable advice. I'm a retired 60-something looking to buy my first 'Vette budgeting less than $15k. Good to know the bargains from the money pits.
I’d wait till next year. Everything is overpriced right now.
@@rickhunter6513 you don't think they'll be more expensive by next year?
@@caninesloth I think there’s a better chance next year than buying now. Right now the used car market is totally retarded. In 2019 you could pick up a beautiful, low mileage C5 for about 15k. That same car now is about 20k. Same for z06. In 2019, a solid, low mileage was going for 25ish. They’re going for 28-32k and that’s with 30-40k mileage. It’s not only vettes. All used cars are crazy right now.
If it were me, I’d wait a year and see how the prices are. The C5 was always best bang for buck but right now, they’re a bit more expense.
I just got my 2000 6 speed with 44k miles for 16k. Good deals are out there, just watch for them and go buy the car. You don’t want to wait a year to have a blast in this thing
@@rickhunter6513 The same thought crossed my mind. I finally saved up a bunch of extra cash to buy a fun car... just in time for a wild used car market where my daily driver is worth more than I spent on it. Well, let's see how things are looking next year and hope it's just the general market at play and not increasing collectability.
I've owned 2 C5 Corvettes. First one was an Electron Blue 2002 6 speed coupe, second was a Black 2001 6 speed coupe. 😎 Loved them both immensely.
I’m in the market for an 02 Z06. Glad to hear that’s a good one
I like your video. I have a 97 with 218,000 miles on it and it still is a great running car. I do have brake module problem starting up but other than that just the usual little problems. I have had a few grounds that needed attention. The car has been so good I'm in the market for another C5. I found an 03 50th anniversary model but it has the F55 problem showing on the DIC. I would like to get it because other than that it is very nice. Keep up the good video's.
Wow. This guy knows his stuff. You sir have just gained a new subscriber.
Thank you! Lyle
Im so glad i picked up an 01. Got it for a good price and fixed the little nick nacks that was wrong for cheap. Im extremely happy with the car.
I bought my first 01 a month ago with 69k and this video popped up in my video feed. Defiantly helping me with my anxiety of buying an old car
Thanks great video. Been driving my 03 Z06 10 years now. Love it.
Hello David ..do you drive it as a daily driver ? Enjoy !
No not a daily driver. But often spring through fall . And cruise night get togethers.
New Hampshire winters can be tough.
This is a great video. I'll be sharing this with whoever asks me this question in the future. Thanks Lyle
Hey Dave what are you doing here ? 😄
@@link9alink9a71 🤣 I watch all the C5 stuff. I was actually talking to someone last night about this very thing, so sent them this video. Gotta give credit where credit is due 👏
@@YellowVette04 nice 👍 ..
Love my 98!
Good to know. I have an 01
My friend is buying a C5. I forwarded him this video. I treat your videos like an encyclopedia just on Corvettes. Two Thumbs Up to you and C&S Corvettes.
This is GREAT information for anyone interested in one of these cars. Who would've thought about those issues with the F55 RM shocks. I have seen, on 'Wheeler Dealers,' a place, I think it was called 'Corvette Mikes,' that actually repairs those EBC modules. Seems the main problem is a one or more bad relays. He knows how to unseal the unit and swap out the relay, test it...all for about $350...if memory serves me correctly. I stayed away from the 2 mode ride system when I ordered my C6. I thought it was too complex for long term ownership beyond the warranty period. And it was expensive. So glad I did. The base stock shocks are a great blend of ride control & comfort. And after 90Kmiles, they show no signs of wear. The 2 mode was expensive and overly complex, imo.
Thanks a ton for this video. Very good info.
Thank you for sharing Lyle! I will gladly use your info for a 01-02 C-5. Cheers from Motown!
Great video lyle! I would add that no matter which one bought, the person should set aside at least 2k for the inevitable repairs and preventative maintenance. Change all fluids first, no matter what. Service your car at a reputable corvette shop near you like lyle's.
All of your video's are great Lyle...Still looking for a vette and i think i found a 2002 Convertible 6 speed with 48k miles BUT it has a exhaust rattle when revving it up.. ..I know its a TT....I guess i.ll be making a drive from Cincinnati to you after i buy it........Thank You...
Great video as always bud. I have a 2004 commemorative coupe I'm the second owner, I bought it in 2018 with 19k on it. Year later my clutch fluid Start leaking, it's a shame cause now it has 21500 Miles on it and I do not get to drive it much. What a creampuff, I mentioned to you before can not find anyone loca shopl here I can trust to possibly repair the slave cylinder, car runs fine after the clutch is pumped a bunch of times after it warms up, but leaks fluid in center of the car. Point being I think this happened from the vehicle sitting all it's life.
Great video! you're very informal🙏
Excellent video!
Absolutely love my 2002 C5 vette!! Just got it for Christmas!! We will see after 10k more miles!! Got 32k on it!!
Thank you!
You earned my respect : subscribed
Really useful. Thank you
Saw your vid on c6. Great info but I have a c5. Fortunately I found the c5 evaluation. I felt I won a lotto when you recommended the 2002. I purchased a convertible with 54k on the od in 4/21. All systems were functioning when purchased with the exception of the climate control, the display screen was dark. Sent it to an ebay merchant and now it works perfectly. I tried first to solder the suggested culprits. That lasted about two weeks at which time I sent it to a pro. The only issue I have now I caused myself when I changed out the throttle body to a 80mm, along with "cold air" induction (how cold is Florida) and jet chip MAF sensor. The idle is erratic and likes to settle at 500rpm. It is a 6 speed car so it is livable although annoying at times.
I had a few c3's as a young man but family life delegated a corvette to fond memories. Never thought I would own another corvette so when the opportunity came to get the 02 I jumped on it. I got a lot of car for the money.
The drivers seat was worn so I decided to recover the seats. They are sport seats and after watching your vid on sports seats decided to do it myself. Turned out great and saved me $400 on the labor. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with the corvette community..
I have owned my 01 base 9 years with little issues . Just a harmonic balancer replacement 106k now. 01 also has ls6 block and intake and higher flowing exhaust manifolds. Also California cars with pup cats had a 500 inch lift cam. In early 01
Great job!!
Thanks for sharing! I purchased an 01 with 75k miles on it but had a long list of maintenance and typical repairs already completed. Also had a few nice upgrades. I think I got a great buy!
At what price do you think is good buy, I am looking?
great information ! thanks
Found your channel recently as of course I’m looking to hopefully get a vette in a couple of years, preferably a C6. Love your insights, especially on low mileage vehicles...not always being the best buy
22 yr old Sailor here with an 03. 56k miles on her and she’s everything I could’ve hoped for!
Thanks if everything goes well I'll be buying a 02 C5 Corvette
Mine is a 1997 C5 and run fantastic
I feel good about buying my 02 now
I bought a 99 2 years ago with 43k miles currently. Fortunately the ABS is OK, but my driver seat brackets broke in half. Thanks to Lyle he had updated parts in stock with a how to video for installation. Thanks again Lyle!
Hello Lyle. This is my first message & I have subscribed. because I didn't do the proper homework & as you say all of the C-5s look the same! & There was a reason I bought a 1999 (56,550 miles) because my 20,000 dollar budget could NOT buy any one of my high-school (first era) 67-72 muscle cars so the next best thing was staying in the 20th century. my youth era! Now I have a much weaker excuse for buying an automatic 4 speed! (I am still crying over that but at least I have the 3:15 performance axel ratio😎 the good news is I bought the 99 coupe in 2014 & it now has 67,236 miles & she is still standing strong with no ECBM or any other electric issues! However as ALL C-5 owners will eventually have to do it is NOW time to change the wobbly harmonic balancer 🤣 thanks for a good video Chris .
6 years ago I bought a 2004 manual C5 coupe for just under $10K. ~150K mostly highway miles and otherwise pristine. It's been a fantastic and fun car to own that has needed very little maintenance/repairs.
Im glad i chose a 02.
God is good , I bought a 2001 convert. Had her for 5 years now. Short of the water drain from ac stopped up no issues with the car at all.
I really like these videos. They contain a lot of useful information. Can you please do a video on which gen/model corvette is the best value, dollar for dollar when it comes to overall reliability/performance/longevity? I know that’s probably a tough thing to do but would make an interesting video.
Great video (as always). 1 small (recent) correction. I have an '04 with the F55. My dealer (Abel Chevrolet, Rio Vista, CA) was able to (after several attempts) to remove the F55 programming and installed C6 Z06 shocks. Runs great!
I take my "99" there also. I drive from clearlake & there well known everywhere in northern,cal. Glad to hear that they found there way around the F55 nightmare!
Thanks I'm going for a C5 2001 thanks hopefully you can help me as I grow with the car ,I was able to sit in one and got out with no problems thanks again for your videos
Great video brother
My sweet lady feel in love with a friends 04 Convertible with 40K miles. Magnetic Red, Tan interior, new run flats, all paper work, automatic, original black top, stock suspension and new battery. Was asking 20K two years ago, here in Kalifornia. Got it for 18K. Has 45K plus now, no issues keep battery up that's about it, Nice videos.
You sir, are a blessing to all Corvette enthusiasts! Thank you for your dedication and priceless knowledge!
He's 100% right about the 97 to 2000 C5's having major ABS issues. Unfortunately I bought my 2000 before the non availability of ABS module plus the problems were unknown. I invested a ton of money into with custom upgrades and the engine so selling it is not an option right now. The 97 to 00 C5's also have issues with the steering position sensor and I've been that part is no longer available either. It's frustrating to have a beautiful car you can't get parts for.
great exactly what I was lookin for
Appreciate the great advice which makes sense. Found a 2003 Z that has less than 6000 miles and has a supercharger installed. Stuff of dreams, but I think I'll buy something with reasonable miles at ½ the price.
My experience, bought an 02 with 42k miles three years ago. No maintenance history, but ran great. Base model. The tires were 12 years old! Dangerous. I immediately had all fluids flushed, changed tires out. Next year, brakes and rotors, serpentine belt. Replaced stereo components and dash console to fit a modern unit. Installed corsa exhaust. Everything mechanical has been great, put 13k miles on it. Electrical, the turn signals quit working occasionally. Push the hazard light button on and off a few times and they resume working: I believe this has to do with the contacts that cycle the relays.
As with these cars, tons of people buy them and don't drive them, or if they do they're not putting the thing through its paces. Cars that sit too much, that equals dried out rubber Everything. Run from low, low miles!
Really no complaints as it's a fun sports car for not a lot of money, but looking at recent prices people are catching onto that. I plan on at least a couple more summers before I let mine go.