2003 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

There’s a LOT to love about this car. The C5 Z06 is one of my favorite modern performance car bargains, as it offers excellent on-road capabilities, great reliability, and the wonderful V8/manual combination.

2003 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, finished in Quicksilver Metallic with a black leather interior.

First offered as an option for the 1963 C2 Corvette Stingray, the Z06 performance package was reintroduced for the C5 model and included a deeper breathing “LS6” V8 engine, a more rigid chassis, stiffer FE4 suspension, functional brake cooling ducts, and weight-saving features such as a titanium exhaust, thinner glass, reduced soundproofing, lighter wheels, and a lighter battery.
Modifications are limited to the addition of window tint, additional Z06 badging, and deer whistles mounted in the brake ducts. It’s also had a “CAGS defeat,” which disables the “skip-shift feature” that forces the driver to shift from first to fourth gear under certain conditions.
The C5 generation of the iconic Chevrolet Corvette modernized the sports car with streamlined styling, improved performance, and a rear-mounted transaxle, which helped the car achieve 50/50 weight distribution. Today, the C5 is admired by enthusiasts as a Corvette that is affordable, capable, and relatively modern.
Power for this Z06 comes from an “LS6” 5.7-liter V8 engine, which produces 405 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It powers the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

17-inch front, 18-inch rear wheels
6-speed manual transmission
FE4 suspension
Limited-slip differential
Pop-up headlights
Functional brake cooling ducts
50th anniversary badging
Auto-dimming mirrors
Memory package
Bose premium audio system
Head-up display

Modifications

Computer-Aided Gear Selection (CAGS) override
Tinted windows
Additional Z06 badging
Anti-deer whistles mounted in brake ducts

Known Flaws

The following cosmetic flaws are shown in the photo gallery:

Scuffs on front wheels
Ding in paint near C-pillar

Other Items Included in Sale

2 keys
Owner’s manuals
Window sticker
Tire inflator kit