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<blockquote data-quote="UnleashedBeast" data-source="post: 11173235" data-attributes="member: 112023"><p>I have an unbiased fact to share. Let's talk about build quality. </p><p></p><p>I have been installing car audio and electronics in the 12 volt industry for years, and also car customizing & performance. </p><p></p><p>In 2006, I had the pleasure of taking apart a 2005 C6 Corvette that had less than 5,000 miles on it. I installed a procharger, Z06 body kit, complete car audio system, and many other engine bolt ons for performance. Needless to say, I had to disassemble the car down to the core. Here is what I discovered. The Vette is built a lot cheaper than you would expect. The interior panels were flimsy plastic, the exterior panels were extremely light forgiving material. Sure, the car is light, but I was not impressed. Now I know why Vette owners complain about interior noises and squeaks after 3-5 years. </p><p></p><p>Fast forward a couple of years to 2008. </p><p></p><p>I bought a 2008 Mustang GT because it was the first Mustang I could sit comfortably in. Taking the car apart for mods, I was overly impressed at how strong and sturdy the car was built. The interior panels were thicker/sturdier. The exterior panels were made of steel.</p><p></p><p>Fast forward again to 2010, I bought a 2009 GT500 and did everything over again. </p><p></p><p>There is no comparison of build quality between the S197 body style and the C6 Corvette. All the Vette guys disagree with me because they are "fanbois", but I know the truth. The Vette is lighter and more aerodynamic, but IMO....I wouldn't want to be involved in a high speed impact driving one.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="UnleashedBeast, post: 11173235, member: 112023"] I have an unbiased fact to share. Let's talk about build quality. I have been installing car audio and electronics in the 12 volt industry for years, and also car customizing & performance. In 2006, I had the pleasure of taking apart a 2005 C6 Corvette that had less than 5,000 miles on it. I installed a procharger, Z06 body kit, complete car audio system, and many other engine bolt ons for performance. Needless to say, I had to disassemble the car down to the core. Here is what I discovered. The Vette is built a lot cheaper than you would expect. The interior panels were flimsy plastic, the exterior panels were extremely light forgiving material. Sure, the car is light, but I was not impressed. Now I know why Vette owners complain about interior noises and squeaks after 3-5 years. Fast forward a couple of years to 2008. I bought a 2008 Mustang GT because it was the first Mustang I could sit comfortably in. Taking the car apart for mods, I was overly impressed at how strong and sturdy the car was built. The interior panels were thicker/sturdier. The exterior panels were made of steel. Fast forward again to 2010, I bought a 2009 GT500 and did everything over again. There is no comparison of build quality between the S197 body style and the C6 Corvette. All the Vette guys disagree with me because they are "fanbois", but I know the truth. The Vette is lighter and more aerodynamic, but IMO....I wouldn't want to be involved in a high speed impact driving one. [/QUOTE]
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