Z4 vs. C5

Papa 1961 · Post by **Papa 1961** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:33 pm

Good Afternoon,
I've all but got myself convinced to shop for and buy a Z4. I'm new to this forum and have looked for some comparison discussion on the C5 vs. Z4 and have yet to find it. I apologize if I'm just not able to find it. I'm 59 and have always thought I'd like a C5. I've liked the looks of the Z4s also, but hadn't ever really considered getting one. My research has brought me to the point where it seems I could buy a newer, nicer Z4 for less money than a C5. I'd like to hear from anyone who is familiar with both. I'd really appreciate anyone's thoughts as I haven't had the opportunity at this point to spend much time in either one.
Thank you in advance.

Zulu4 · Post by **Zulu4** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:49 pm

A Sinclair C5 ?

Papa 1961 · Post by **Papa 1961** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:53 pm

A Corvette C5.
I also wanted to add I owned a 2002 325ci convertible a few years ago. I had great luck with it and sold it, kind of had seller's remorse ever since. At one time I also owned a R1150GS, so I'm aware of the quality of BMWs and am very pleased with the workmanship of both their cars and motorcycles.

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:00 pm

Welcome to the forum.

I'm glad it's a Corvette C5 - I was worried it might have been a Citroen!

Form member "Fishy Dave" went to the US to buy a C6 that ended up replacing his Z4M Coupe so searching for his posts might be helpful.

PeteyZ4 · Post by **PeteyZ4** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:04 pm

Papa 1961 wrote: ↑Sat Jul 17, 2021 9:53 pm I'm aware of the quality of BMWs

That's where the Corvettes fall down really. Super cheap and plasticy on the interior by reputation (not been in one myself).

Despite that, I can appreciate the dilemma. My head says no, but there's something about them that still makes me want one.

mr.tourette · Post by **mr.tourette** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:12 pm

be a c5 all the way for me but then Ive already had 6 years of zed ownership and have a soft spot for slutty muscle cars

buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Sat Jul 17, 2021 10:55 pm

Go for the C5.

patriot66 · Post by **patriot66** » Sun Jul 18, 2021 10:42 am

Not much difference really. One is an American built pile of crap.....and the other is an American built pile of crap !

Jas- USA · Post by **Jas- USA** » Tue Jul 20, 2021 4:33 pm

Since your located in Pennsylvania, wait until the end of August and visit Carlisle, PA.

https://www.visitcumberlandvalley.com/e ... -carlisle/

If you want a vette, you'll find almost every year ever made there and many of which will be for sale.

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