Best C6 for the value/money

[Mark E.]

Re: Best C6 for the Valve/money

He added sound deadening material under the carpet, console, door panels, etc. It did make a big difference! If you google search, you will see many products to deaden the sound. Personally, I like the exhaust note, but do notice mechanical noises (transmission, rear end). Back when new, I took it to the dealer twice, and they said it was normal. I don't drive it all that much so am used to it.

This was from original press materials:

But for all its comfort, engineers did sacrifice a few components in the quest for lower weight and higher performance: Side bolsters are fixed and more aggressive to better hold the driver when cornering and they weigh less than standard-model seats Passenger seat features manual controls, saving the weight of a power-adjust motor Acoustic package revised to reduce weight and allow more aural feedback of the powertrain

Never owned a C6, but drove a base coupe for a few hours with "only" 430hp. Super quick.

The Z06 is about $10k more and offers fewer creature comforts. So don't rule out a base car for the street.

[Patrick N.]

Re: Best C6 for the Valve/money

I would also highly endorse the Z06 recommendation. The wide body alone is worth the price of admission. I would also recommend blue tooth and controls on the steering wheel. I bought my 05 a couple years back as it only had 4k miles on it. Good luck with the hunt, post pic of what you end up with.
Pat

[James W.]

Re: Best C6 for the Valve/money

I have '08 Z06 also, first new Corvette I've ever bought to date. I love the car and even though I don't drive it enough due to work. I agree with Terry, the Michelins made a big difference in noise reduction. I bought a rear compartment rug mat that covered the entire rear compartment floor and that also made a difference in noise.

I've not had the problem with the fuel pump leakage as described above, but then again since the car doesn't get driven that often, I don't normally fill the tank over 1/2 full unless I am going a long distance. Will the GM dealer replace the fuel pump if you present them with the service bulletin?

Thanks,

James

I bought a sound absorbing "kit" that consists of a heavy rubber-like material (about 1/2-inch thick) for the rear compartment and behind the seats. It sits on top of the carpet. It made a big difference, but the biggest sound reduction was the switch from Goodyear to Michelin tires. I have since added a Dymatt-like product under the carpet and in the doors (we had the carpet and door panels out for a color change). This made another significant reduction in road sound, but some road surfaces still result in a lot of noise.