Advice please on getting a C5, preferably convertible.

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Looking for pointers and any leads on finding and owning a C5. My much enjoyed C6, which I bought new in 2009, has been written off and I feel like returning to what I was actually looking for when I bought the C6.
My mileage is around 50 miles per month with maybe some longer trips now and then and very possibly a trip to Mallorca which we used to do annually in the C6. Guess I don't really need a car at all; it's just having one there, probably as much as anything for visual enjoyment.
Looking forward to any comments. Cheers.
 

teamzr1

Supporting vendor
Guess you first have to define the C5 years you would be interested in
Being you want a rag top, that reduces the FRC (Billybob) and the Z06s as they are hardtop, no targa tops

Then have to decide if wanting the 4 speed auto tranny or the 6 speed manual tranny

1997-98 had the least amount of HP & Tq and had parts other years did not, so might be harder finding those repair parts
2002-04, non Z06 still had the better LS6 engine producing more HP & Tq

White or silver sticker which is located inside the glove box compartment on the glove box door (late 1998 & newer)


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RPO codes for the C5 features and options

C5 RPO codes

AAB Memory, Driver Convenience Package
AK5 Inflatable Restraint System, Driver and Passenger
AQ9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger
AR9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger, European Style
AX4 Conversion, Seat Belt, Manual, European
BAG Parts Package, Export
BCC Cylinder Unit Passenger Door
BGR Plant Code Bowling Green, KY, USA
BW3 Bumper Provisions Canadian Requirements
B4H Modification Noise Control, Export
B84 Molding B/S Exterior
CC3 Roof Panel, Removable
CF7 Roof Panel, Removable
CJ2 HVAC System, Air Conditioning, Automatic Temperature Control
C05 Roof, Convertible Folding
C2L Roof Package, Dual Removable
DD0 Mirror, Outside, LH & RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated, Light Sensitive
DD8 Mirror, Inside, R/V Light Sensitive
DL5 Decal Roadside Service Information
DL8 Mirrors, Outside, LH/RH Remote Control Electric, Heated
D24 Mirror O/S LH and RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated LT Sensitive, Power Folding
ECM Module Inflatable Restraint, European Complaint
FE1 Suspension System
FE3 Suspension System, Sport
FE4 Suspension System, Special Ride and Handling
F45 Chassis, Continuously Variable, Real Time Damping
F55 Chassis Continuously Variable Real Time Damping Magneto Rheological
C5 RPO codes
GU2 Axle, Rear, 2.73 Ratio
GU6 Axle, Rear, 3.42 Ratio
G90 Axle, Rear, 3.15 Ratio
G92 Axle, Rear, Performance Ratio
JL9 Brake System, Power, Front & Rear Disc, Antilock, 4‑Wheel
KG4 Generator 150 AMP
K05 Heater, Engine Block
K63 Generator, 110 Amp
LMS Ornamentation Emblem Lemans 3RD GTS WIN
LS1 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum
LS6 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum HO
MM6 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.66 1st, 0.50 6th, O/D
MN6 Merchandised Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed Provisions
MX0 Merchandised Transmission, Automatic O/D Provisions
M12 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.97 1st, 0.57 6th, O/D
M30 Transmission, Automatic 4‑Speed, 4L60‑E, Electronic
NA3 Emission System, Japan
NC1 Emission System, California LEV
NF9 Emission System Federal, NLEV
NK4 Steering Wheel, Sport Leather
NP7 Steering Column, EEC Approved
NT3 Emission System EEC 00
N37 Steering Column, Tilt, Telescoping
N73 Wheel Custom Sport, VAR 4
N73 Wheel, Custom Sport Magnesium
P12 Wheel 17 x 9.5 Front and 18 x 10.5 Rear, Cast Aluminum
P36 Wheel 17 X 9.5 FRT and 18 x 10.5 RR, Alum Polished
QD4 Wheel 17 x 8.5 Front and 18 x 9.5 Rear, Aluminum, Styled
QF5 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Polished
QG1 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Painted

More C5 RPO codes
RPA Rear Parking Assist
T2F Brake Provisions Special
T82 Headlamp Control, Automatic On‑Off
T84 Headlamps, RH Rule of Road, E Mark
T85 Headlamps, LH Rule of Road, E Mark
T89 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Export
T90 Lamps, Signaling & Marker, Front, Export
T93 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Special
UD4 Alarm, Vehicle Speed, 120 km/h
UH3 Indicator Low Tire Press, Var 2
UK1 Radio Frequencies, Japanese
UL0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Auto Reverse Music Search
Cassette, Auto Tone, Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UL2 Radio Frequencies, European
UN0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Compact Disc, Auto Tone,
Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UV6 Display, Head Up
UV7 Antenna, Windshield, Rear Window, Radio
UZ6 Speaker System 6, Quad Front Door Mounted, Dual Quarter Mounted
U1S Player, Multiple Compact Disc
U19 Instrument Cluster, Speedometer, Metric (Canadian, Export)C5 RPO codes
U52 Instrument Cluster, Electronic
U73 Antenna, Fixed, Radio
U75 Antenna Power, Radio
VD1 Provision Options, Europe
VE1 Provision Options, Japan
VG1 Protector Underhood Compound, Corrosion Preventive, Water Based, Clear
VG8 Vehicle Label, Notice to Buyer
VG9 Protector, Wax, Exterior Body
VH5 Plate, Vehicle Identification
VL4 License Plate Mounting Package, Front, EEC
V49 License Plate Frame
V73 Vehicle Statement, US/Canada
V76 Tow Hooks
V87 Vehicle Statement, Gulf States Organization
C5 RPO codes
XAB Tire Front 245/40ZR17‑95Y BW
XFW Tire, Front, P265/40R17 BW R/PE ST TL HW4
XGG Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y, BW TL SBR HW4, EMT
XMC Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y,BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YAC Tire Rear P245/40ZR18‑94Y BW ST TL HW4
YFU Tire, Rear, P295/35R18‑91Y, BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YGH Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y,BW TL HW4 SBR, EMT
YME Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y, BW TL HW4 SBR
C5 RPO codes
Z16 Performance Package Z06 Commemorative Edition
Z18 Performance Package European Commemorative Edition
Z49 Modifications, Canadian, Mandatory Base Equipment
Z5X Mirror Provisions, Arabic Language
Z51 Performance Package, Handling
 

PhilHarris

CCCUK Member
Looking for pointers and any leads on finding and owning a C5. My much enjoyed C6, which I bought new in 2009, has been written off and I feel like returning to what I was actually looking for when I bought the C6.
My mileage is around 50 miles per month with maybe some longer trips now and then and very possibly a trip to Mallorca which we used to do annually in the C6. Guess I don't really need a car at all; it's just having one there, probably as much as anything for visual enjoyment.
Looking forward to any comments. Cheers.
Hello Frank, I have an automatic 1999 (registered as 2000) black C5 convertible with grey leather seats, it has about 35,000 miles on the clock. I'll be selling in June, it's in very nice original condition. I've had the car about 4 years and I'm about to retire. At the moment is has a fault with the steering lock (very common fault) and I'm awaiting the steering lock bypass module from the States. My email address is philharris_associates@outlook.com. Regards Phil.
 

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Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Thank you Phil. Very nice looking car and I'll certainly keep it in mind. However, Black isn't really my colour although that can always be palliated by the figure you are looking for. Give me some idea. Where do you live?
Regards,
Frank.
 

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Guess you first have to define the C5 years you would be interested in
Being you want a rag top, that reduces the FRC (Billybob) and the Z06s as they are hardtop, no targa tops

Then have to decide if wanting the 4 speed auto tranny or the 6 speed manual tranny

1997-98 had the least amount of HP & Tq and had parts other years did not, so might be harder finding those repair parts
2002-04, non Z06 still had the better LS6 engine producing more HP & Tq

White or silver sticker which is located inside the glove box compartment on the glove box door (late 1998 & newer)


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RPO codes for the C5 features and options

C5 RPO codes

AAB Memory, Driver Convenience Package
AK5 Inflatable Restraint System, Driver and Passenger
AQ9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger
AR9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger, European Style
AX4 Conversion, Seat Belt, Manual, European
BAG Parts Package, Export
BCC Cylinder Unit Passenger Door
BGR Plant Code Bowling Green, KY, USA
BW3 Bumper Provisions Canadian Requirements
B4H Modification Noise Control, Export
B84 Molding B/S Exterior
CC3 Roof Panel, Removable
CF7 Roof Panel, Removable
CJ2 HVAC System, Air Conditioning, Automatic Temperature Control
C05 Roof, Convertible Folding
C2L Roof Package, Dual Removable
DD0 Mirror, Outside, LH & RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated, Light Sensitive
DD8 Mirror, Inside, R/V Light Sensitive
DL5 Decal Roadside Service Information
DL8 Mirrors, Outside, LH/RH Remote Control Electric, Heated
D24 Mirror O/S LH and RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated LT Sensitive, Power Folding
ECM Module Inflatable Restraint, European Complaint
FE1 Suspension System
FE3 Suspension System, Sport
FE4 Suspension System, Special Ride and Handling
F45 Chassis, Continuously Variable, Real Time Damping
F55 Chassis Continuously Variable Real Time Damping Magneto Rheological
C5 RPO codes
GU2 Axle, Rear, 2.73 Ratio
GU6 Axle, Rear, 3.42 Ratio
G90 Axle, Rear, 3.15 Ratio
G92 Axle, Rear, Performance Ratio
JL9 Brake System, Power, Front & Rear Disc, Antilock, 4‑Wheel
KG4 Generator 150 AMP
K05 Heater, Engine Block
K63 Generator, 110 Amp
LMS Ornamentation Emblem Lemans 3RD GTS WIN
LS1 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum
LS6 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum HO
MM6 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.66 1st, 0.50 6th, O/D
MN6 Merchandised Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed Provisions
MX0 Merchandised Transmission, Automatic O/D Provisions
M12 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.97 1st, 0.57 6th, O/D
M30 Transmission, Automatic 4‑Speed, 4L60‑E, Electronic
NA3 Emission System, Japan
NC1 Emission System, California LEV
NF9 Emission System Federal, NLEV
NK4 Steering Wheel, Sport Leather
NP7 Steering Column, EEC Approved
NT3 Emission System EEC 00
N37 Steering Column, Tilt, Telescoping
N73 Wheel Custom Sport, VAR 4
N73 Wheel, Custom Sport Magnesium
P12 Wheel 17 x 9.5 Front and 18 x 10.5 Rear, Cast Aluminum
P36 Wheel 17 X 9.5 FRT and 18 x 10.5 RR, Alum Polished
QD4 Wheel 17 x 8.5 Front and 18 x 9.5 Rear, Aluminum, Styled
QF5 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Polished
QG1 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Painted

More C5 RPO codes
RPA Rear Parking Assist
T2F Brake Provisions Special
T82 Headlamp Control, Automatic On‑Off
T84 Headlamps, RH Rule of Road, E Mark
T85 Headlamps, LH Rule of Road, E Mark
T89 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Export
T90 Lamps, Signaling & Marker, Front, Export
T93 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Special
UD4 Alarm, Vehicle Speed, 120 km/h
UH3 Indicator Low Tire Press, Var 2
UK1 Radio Frequencies, Japanese
UL0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Auto Reverse Music Search
Cassette, Auto Tone, Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UL2 Radio Frequencies, European
UN0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Compact Disc, Auto Tone,
Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UV6 Display, Head Up
UV7 Antenna, Windshield, Rear Window, Radio
UZ6 Speaker System 6, Quad Front Door Mounted, Dual Quarter Mounted
U1S Player, Multiple Compact Disc
U19 Instrument Cluster, Speedometer, Metric (Canadian, Export)C5 RPO codes
U52 Instrument Cluster, Electronic
U73 Antenna, Fixed, Radio
U75 Antenna Power, Radio
VD1 Provision Options, Europe
VE1 Provision Options, Japan
VG1 Protector Underhood Compound, Corrosion Preventive, Water Based, Clear
VG8 Vehicle Label, Notice to Buyer
VG9 Protector, Wax, Exterior Body
VH5 Plate, Vehicle Identification
VL4 License Plate Mounting Package, Front, EEC
V49 License Plate Frame
V73 Vehicle Statement, US/Canada
V76 Tow Hooks
V87 Vehicle Statement, Gulf States Organization
C5 RPO codes
XAB Tire Front 245/40ZR17‑95Y BW
XFW Tire, Front, P265/40R17 BW R/PE ST TL HW4
XGG Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y, BW TL SBR HW4, EMT
XMC Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y,BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YAC Tire Rear P245/40ZR18‑94Y BW ST TL HW4
YFU Tire, Rear, P295/35R18‑91Y, BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YGH Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y,BW TL HW4 SBR, EMT
YME Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y, BW TL HW4 SBR
C5 RPO codes
Z16 Performance Package Z06 Commemorative Edition
Z18 Performance Package European Commemorative Edition
Z49 Modifications, Canadian, Mandatory Base Equipment
Z5X Mirror Provisions, Arabic Language
Z51 Performance Package, Handling
 

PhilHarris

CCCUK Member
Thank you Phil. Very nice looking car and I'll certainly keep it in mind. However, Black isn't really my colour although that can always be palliated by the figure you are looking for. Give me some idea. Where do you live?
Regards,
Frank.
Hello Frank, I live in Hutton Rudby North Yorkshire, which is geographically Yarm. The least I'd take for the car is £15K. Regards Phil
 

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
That's a massive amount of information; thank you JR. I'm working my way through it and applying it to cars that are attracting me at the moment. My C6 had done 78K since I bought it new and looking at C5's that have done less in over 20m years might look like a good thing but higher mileage isn't necessarily a bad thing as some items deteriorate over time anyway.
Thank you so much for your help and I'll respond further in dues course.
 

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Hello Frank, I live in Hutton Rudby North Yorkshire, which is geographically Yarm. The least I'd take for the car is £15K. Regards Phil
OK Phil, think that's in the right ballpark. Bit of a distance to come and see but I'll let you know. Apropos what JR said above can you scan and send me that code plate he refers to please?
I only do about 50 miles a month these days unless I make infrequent trips to Scotland to see my daughter, Devon to check my place there and Le Mans/Mallorca as we used to do every year but but not since 2018, Covid etc and other issues.
I so miss my C6 but can probably borrow a car from my son if and when.
Regards,
Frank.
 

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Hello Frank, I live in Hutton Rudby North Yorkshire, which is geographically Yarm. The least I'd take for the car is £15K. Regards Phil
Morning Phil. My wife now tells me that she rather likes black now so can you send me the plate detail that JR refers to please?
Guess you first have to define the C5 years you would be interested in
Being you want a rag top, that reduces the FRC (Billybob) and the Z06s as they are hardtop, no targa tops

Then have to decide if wanting the 4 speed auto tranny or the 6 speed manual tranny

1997-98 had the least amount of HP & Tq and had parts other years did not, so might be harder finding those repair parts
2002-04, non Z06 still had the better LS6 engine producing more HP & Tq

White or silver sticker which is located inside the glove box compartment on the glove box door (late 1998 & newer)


View attachment 22417
RPO codes for the C5 features and options

C5 RPO codes

AAB Memory, Driver Convenience Package
AK5 Inflatable Restraint System, Driver and Passenger
AQ9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger
AR9 Reclining Bucket Seat, Driver and Passenger, European Style
AX4 Conversion, Seat Belt, Manual, European
BAG Parts Package, Export
BCC Cylinder Unit Passenger Door
BGR Plant Code Bowling Green, KY, USA
BW3 Bumper Provisions Canadian Requirements
B4H Modification Noise Control, Export
B84 Molding B/S Exterior
CC3 Roof Panel, Removable
CF7 Roof Panel, Removable
CJ2 HVAC System, Air Conditioning, Automatic Temperature Control
C05 Roof, Convertible Folding
C2L Roof Package, Dual Removable
DD0 Mirror, Outside, LH & RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated, Light Sensitive
DD8 Mirror, Inside, R/V Light Sensitive
DL5 Decal Roadside Service Information
DL8 Mirrors, Outside, LH/RH Remote Control Electric, Heated
D24 Mirror O/S LH and RH, Remote Control, Electric, Heated LT Sensitive, Power Folding
ECM Module Inflatable Restraint, European Complaint
FE1 Suspension System
FE3 Suspension System, Sport
FE4 Suspension System, Special Ride and Handling
F45 Chassis, Continuously Variable, Real Time Damping
F55 Chassis Continuously Variable Real Time Damping Magneto Rheological
C5 RPO codes
GU2 Axle, Rear, 2.73 Ratio
GU6 Axle, Rear, 3.42 Ratio
G90 Axle, Rear, 3.15 Ratio
G92 Axle, Rear, Performance Ratio
JL9 Brake System, Power, Front & Rear Disc, Antilock, 4‑Wheel
KG4 Generator 150 AMP
K05 Heater, Engine Block
K63 Generator, 110 Amp
LMS Ornamentation Emblem Lemans 3RD GTS WIN
LS1 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum
LS6 Engine, Gas, 8‑Cylinder, 5.7L, SFI, Aluminum HO
MM6 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.66 1st, 0.50 6th, O/D
MN6 Merchandised Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed Provisions
MX0 Merchandised Transmission, Automatic O/D Provisions
M12 Transmission, Manual 6‑Speed, 85 mm, 2.97 1st, 0.57 6th, O/D
M30 Transmission, Automatic 4‑Speed, 4L60‑E, Electronic
NA3 Emission System, Japan
NC1 Emission System, California LEV
NF9 Emission System Federal, NLEV
NK4 Steering Wheel, Sport Leather
NP7 Steering Column, EEC Approved
NT3 Emission System EEC 00
N37 Steering Column, Tilt, Telescoping
N73 Wheel Custom Sport, VAR 4
N73 Wheel, Custom Sport Magnesium
P12 Wheel 17 x 9.5 Front and 18 x 10.5 Rear, Cast Aluminum
P36 Wheel 17 X 9.5 FRT and 18 x 10.5 RR, Alum Polished
QD4 Wheel 17 x 8.5 Front and 18 x 9.5 Rear, Aluminum, Styled
QF5 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Polished
QG1 Wheel, 17.0 x 8.5" Front and 18.0 x 9.5" Rear, Aluminum, Painted

More C5 RPO codes
RPA Rear Parking Assist
T2F Brake Provisions Special
T82 Headlamp Control, Automatic On‑Off
T84 Headlamps, RH Rule of Road, E Mark
T85 Headlamps, LH Rule of Road, E Mark
T89 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Export
T90 Lamps, Signaling & Marker, Front, Export
T93 Lamps, Tail & Stop, Special
UD4 Alarm, Vehicle Speed, 120 km/h
UH3 Indicator Low Tire Press, Var 2
UK1 Radio Frequencies, Japanese
UL0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Auto Reverse Music Search
Cassette, Auto Tone, Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UL2 Radio Frequencies, European
UN0 Radio, AM/FM Stereo, Seek/Scan, Compact Disc, Auto Tone,
Clock, Electronically Tuned Receiver (ETR)
UV6 Display, Head Up
UV7 Antenna, Windshield, Rear Window, Radio
UZ6 Speaker System 6, Quad Front Door Mounted, Dual Quarter Mounted
U1S Player, Multiple Compact Disc
U19 Instrument Cluster, Speedometer, Metric (Canadian, Export)C5 RPO codes
U52 Instrument Cluster, Electronic
U73 Antenna, Fixed, Radio
U75 Antenna Power, Radio
VD1 Provision Options, Europe
VE1 Provision Options, Japan
VG1 Protector Underhood Compound, Corrosion Preventive, Water Based, Clear
VG8 Vehicle Label, Notice to Buyer
VG9 Protector, Wax, Exterior Body
VH5 Plate, Vehicle Identification
VL4 License Plate Mounting Package, Front, EEC
V49 License Plate Frame
V73 Vehicle Statement, US/Canada
V76 Tow Hooks
V87 Vehicle Statement, Gulf States Organization
C5 RPO codes
XAB Tire Front 245/40ZR17‑95Y BW
XFW Tire, Front, P265/40R17 BW R/PE ST TL HW4
XGG Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y, BW TL SBR HW4, EMT
XMC Tire, Front, P245/45R17‑89Y,BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YAC Tire Rear P245/40ZR18‑94Y BW ST TL HW4
YFU Tire, Rear, P295/35R18‑91Y, BW R/PE ST TL HW4
YGH Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y,BW TL HW4 SBR, EMT
YME Tire, Rear, P275/40R18‑94Y, BW TL HW4 SBR
C5 RPO codes
Z16 Performance Package Z06 Commemorative Edition
Z18 Performance Package European Commemorative Edition
Z49 Modifications, Canadian, Mandatory Base Equipment
Z5X Mirror Provisions, Arabic Language
Z51 Performance Package, Handling
Morning JR. I guess what I would like to do is to replicate as far as possible the attributes of my C6 in a C5. For instance, do C5's have a power hood option? All I can see in your listing is 'Folding Hood'
After the C6 it has to be an automatic, notwithstanding it being 4 speed vis a vis the manual 6 speed. In the C6 I rarely used the paddles for the added Z51 power and usually just left it in 'Drive'' which always seemed more than enough, even around the Sarthe circuit with John Fitch.
There is a lot of information emanating from the plate you directed me to and I thank you for your help.
I'll ask JR but, having gone through the reference codes he posted, I can only see 'Folding Hood'. Did C5's also have a power hood option? That is does yours?
 

Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
If you mean the ragtop,
no, it is by hand, no electric open/close
Thanks JR. So the C5 didn't have an automated hood operation, for any market, even the US? Not a problem as it avoids issues with the sometimes delicate nature of the automatic operating system, with which I had become quite expert. The last problem I had was when one of the fixed points inside had broken away from its weld so I was on manual for a while. Pete at MechSpray says that the C5 is easier to work on than the C6 as well.
But there is something James Bond(ish) about sitting there whilst the hood opens and closes, and even on demand by fob from outside and afar with the C7. Anyway, as ever, more complications more to go wrong.
 

teamzr1

Supporting vendor
If wanting an electric open/close there are kits that cost about $3,500 US
that converts to a hardtop convertible sold by 3rd party vendors, plus the costs to do this

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Frank MUGFORD

CCCUK Member
Thanks for the info. JR. Can't see how this works; does it crease and fold again to go into the boot perchance? Certainly looks very sleek; I like it. I wouldn't pay anything like that for it though. Whose car is that? Looks very much like Phil Harris. Is it yours Phil?
 
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