To everyone who has Shared/Subscribed/Liked our videos, THANK YOU!! More to come! 0:00 Chevrolet Corvette C4 Intro 0:12 Is the Corvette C4 a Bad Car? 0:36 Corvette C4 vs RX7 vs Supra MK4 vs RX7 vs Nissan 300ZX vs 968 v 1:32 Why is Corvette C4 the Sales King? 1:58 Engine Overview 2:03 Cross-Fire Engine 2:12 L98 Engine C4 Corvette 2:24 LT5 ZR1 Engine C4 Corvette 2:35 LT1 Engine C4 Corvette 2:45 LT4 Engine C4 Corvette 3:15 ZR1 C4 Corvette 3:20 Is the Corvette C4 ZR1 faster than Porsche's? 3:51 Reason why the Corvette C4 ZR1 didn't sell more 4:41 Corvette C4 Automatic Transmission 4:56 Corvette C4 Manual Transmission 5:05 Corvette C4 Doug Nash VS ZF 6 speed Manual 6:09 What to look of when buying a Corvette C4 6:36 Weatherstripping on Corvette C4 7:07 Squeak's C4 Corvette 7:18 OptiSpark C4 Corvette 8:08 Interior C4 Corvette 8:23 Instrument Cluster C4 Corvette 8:29 Targa Top C4 Corvette 8:57 Are Leather Seat Kits good for Corvette C4's? 9:15 Are original Radio's on Corvette's Important? 9:28 Collectable Corvette C4's 9:48 Grand Sport C4 Corvette 10:01 Callaway Corvette 10:07 1988 35's Anniversary Edition (Miami Vice) 10:16 Are you too old for a Corvette C4? TRANS AM Video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZSFNRvJMn3I.html 3rd Gen F-Body IROC Z28 Camaro Video HERE: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Qj_QKz8SDfM.html Car Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLB1Br-75u6i1Y5Wmvne3cuLPutuddsb-I Message me: instagram.com/HernanSpeed #corvettec4 #corvette #c4corvette
The C4 was undefeated in SCCA show room stock GT from 85-87. The competitors complained so much that the corvette challenge series was created for corvettes only in 88 and 89. The story of the corvette challenge series is a good read. The car was really ahead of it's time.
I am fortunate to have a 1996 LT4 convertible Corvette, the car has 22k original miles and is in excellent condition. Just a reminder that all manual cars in 1996 got the LT4 engine upgrade. So these "grand sport" engines are out there, but not many. As for the value of these cars? I'm not sold that these cars will ever approach any real money like Porche did, but i do think my car will retain value in the coming years, but it's not going to see any crazy money.
Nice! 🙌🙌 My first experience in a C4 was a vert, it’s seared into my memory! 🔥🔥 Have you seen the values on 3rd Gen Camaros? Those have exploded through the roof, and everyone said they would never appreciate. The C4 has all the right ingredients! 💯💯 Careed thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Good info. As a former C4 1990 owner. AC compressors are weak. If you get a 6 speed, the flywheel damper is the cause of your vibrating transmission, headlight motors-go with the brass gears, The MAP sensor can leave you stranded, as the factory alarm. Burp your coolant system!
Those are some great tips! 🔥💯💯 Especially burping the cooling system, it’s often forgotten on C4 causing the temps to skyrocket! Thanks for watching brother! 👊👊
I totally agree with your analysis here, my first car was a 1985 corvette with the four speed manual, incredibly fun, handled like it was glued to the road. My very next car was a 1994 6 speed, which I still own today. It was bought a garage queen but I drove it so much I put 10k miles on it in a year. I couldn’t recommend C4 enough, it’s a great platform for dailying and having fun.
great video my friend! I have a 1994 Torch Red Corvette that I bought as a project (opti died, brakelines rusted, weatherstripping, paint could be better) so that I could expand my skills as a DIY mechanic and to really get intimate with the details and systems of the car as i take it apart and rebuild it to its former glory. only has about 60k miles on it but it was abandoned for however many years before I adopted it. I may have bought it as a beater, but it has all the neat options that everyone wants, like the FX3 suspension system, the upgraded sports seats, ZR-1 special rims, ZF6 transmission, etc. this was an entertaining and informative video for newcomers to this wonderful machine. I got mine for $6k but even if someone shells out $15k for one, they're getting a LOT of car for the money. and it is one of the last truly analog cars that the common man can still afford and enjoy. it's a work of art
Nothing like Torch Red, stands out! 💯💯💥💥 I know where you’re coming from, I love working and restoring cars! For me, it’s half the fun! I zone-out from life’s worries and just start taking apart 🙌🙌 Jaypioh thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
I had a 95 C4 manual and I loved that car. I bought it with 80K miles for $6500 on it and sold it with 130K miles on it for $5,500. That was the best grand I ever spent 🙂
That’s what I’m talking about! 👊👊 You almost got paid to drive it. A great deal always makes the car more enjoyable 🙌🙌 Darren Buttery thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
I have two C4s. A '91 and a '93.. the L98 and the LT1 engines.. both automatics. I retired the '91 when a deer ran into the front corner. The cost of replacing the entire hood was more than she was insured for.. so I bought the '93 and had her licensed as a historic vehicle.. which I can only drive on holidays and special events,. but I missed the old one.. so I bought it back from the insurance co. and now use it as an almost "daily" driver.. She doesn't owe me anything so I use her like any hatchback now.. to carry large purchases or lumber or anything else. only 55K. on the odometer, busted funder and hood or not.. she is still a favorite.. the '93 doesn't have many more miles on her than that.. but she is getting too valuable to drive anymore.. almost becomming a garage queen. So I'm glad I still have a "beater" C4 that I canno wear out fast enough.
Sounds like something I would also do. I know what you mean about values and how they effect the enjoyment. Sometimes you just want to drive without worrying how the miles effect the value, especially when it’s going UP in value☝️I’ve seen those L98’s with over 400k+ miles, so it’ll be a while before it wears out! 👊👊 Bad Axident thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Okay mister dude. I already like your channel but aside from being a Porsche and jaguar guy, I'm also a Corvette guy. I had a 1973 c3 Corvette with a built motor racing clutch and the four speed that comes with the car. That is amazingly good but really needs a fifth gear. C4 is going to become popular and worth money and before I watch your video which isn't out yet, I know that you're going to tell people to stay away from the 84. The worry with these cars is the electronics were complex and general motors has never been good at electronics other than electric seats. If somebody ever wants to sell their lightly use ZR1 c4 in my area, I will gladly take it off their hands
Man I love Corvettes! Nothing like a big American V8! 🙌🙌 I’ve seen some 84’s preserved like time capsules, they’re going to be worth big bucks one day!
I have a 1990 base. Headers, 2.5 true duals, and an x pipe. Built trans with shift kit and a higher stall. Almost a FULL tune up so it’s running right. It’s even tuned by Pcm of nc (Alvin a legend on the forums). My car rips man. The fact that with pretty much just exhaust and a tune makes this thing a beast. I would like to get a first tpi intake made by ken. It’s what our l98’s should’ve been from factory. Those intakes still have a cutoff in power up top, but the torque and low to mid power is insane. With that intake and everything else I have I’ll be past 300hp and past 400torque. Lightweight and launching harder due to my stall.. bro.. lol. Do not sleep on these cars!!!! Lt1’s are great but I’d rather not deal with the optispark.
Love it! 🙌🙌 Yess, the intakes on the L98 engines are really restrictive…it should be one of the first mods. You’ve done some great mods, especially the higher stall torque converter 🚀🚀 Getting an L98 with over 300hp is the way to go! Why? It’s all about the ground-ripping TORQUE! 💣💥💥 Thanks for watching man! 🔥🔥
Ill be going with FIRST tpi from Ken. But I'm also doing a full 383 stroker build. Careful porting and flow work can make ALOT more power from the TPI and head combination.
As an "80's" kid, I actually hated these cars back then. Mustangs, Camaros, and later Grand Nationals were the cool cars. My friends and I used to make fun of those "80s style 'Vettes" as creepy Old Man cars. Now approaching 50 years old myself, I want a C4 Corvette so bad! I've been spending a lot of time lately researching what to look for in a used C4. My perfect car would be something kind of obscure like Pre-'90, blue with blue leather interior, and a manual transmission. White with a red stripe like Face's from The A-Team would certainly fit the bill as well. However, it seems like I am about two years late to the party as I cannot find anything decent for under $10K around here.
Man, I know exactly how you feel 🙌🙌 Hunting for a deal is half the fun! Prices usually drop in the Winter, you gotta be ready 👊💥 Kawboy65 thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
@@HernanSpeed Oh yeah, Porsche's and Lambo's were cool too, but we never imagined those would be obtainable when we grew up. I often think of looking for a 911 or 928 from time to time, but luckily common sense kicks in before I act on that. 🤣
Awesome video mate. The C4 is way better than many think. Also, much upgrading can be done to them which puts them on par with top performance contenders today. Yeah those magazines writers are paid to promote. They don't care if they are way off the mark as it's just an opinion piece, and they can't be called to account over it.
Yeap, you get it! 💯💯 Incredibly fun, and easy to upgrade! Many people are rediscovering this beast, especially in this new era of social media 🙌🙌 Shane D thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
When mentioning the collectible C4's, you failed to mention the 95 Indy Pace Car Convertible of which only 527 were built......gorgeous colors and graphics inside and out and rarer than the ZR1, the 35th anniversary, the 96 Collectors Edition and the 96 Grand Sport. I own one and it creates a riot every time I take it out on the street.
The 95 Indy Pace Corvette is as cool as it gets! 😎 I know what you mean, they draw huge crowds wherever they go…more than even the new C8! 🙌🙌💯 Winston McCollum thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Perfect explanation of the C4, there will never be anything like it again, it's too much of a race car for people who don't get it. A weekend driver or a replacement for a sport bike is why I own 3 of them.
@@HernanSpeed_I actually just subscribed. Have to say, your video on the C4 Corvette actually got everything right! The fourth-gen Corvette broke a lot of hearts when it was first introduced. (Granted it's kind of the step-sister today, but if you know, then you just know...7 C4s later)! In all my years of owning these cars, they always bring a smile to my face._
@rubyred93chev YESSS 🙌🙌 These always make me smile deep inside, few cars do that. They’re just for fun, and as I get older….that’s all that really matters! 💯💯 Thanks for watching man! 🔥🔥
Your videos are amazing. Informative, entertaining and the editing (especially Joe Rogan in this one) are hilarious. Looking forward to your next creation!
I have a mint '93 ZO7 and I have to say this video is jam packed with good info if you're in the market for one. If you can find a nice one, it's a great bargain for a sports car. A LT1 has as good of performance as some of the brand-new cars such as civic type R and Corolla GR, yet it can be 1/5th the cost to buy and something you can maintain yourself if you have some mechanical skills.
ZO7 Package!💥💥 Thats the BEST option for the Corvette LT1’s! 👊👊 The steering rack is even quicker, lots of details that totally transform the C4 into a funner machine -Great Spec! SupplementsDUDE thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Yess 💯💯 The LT4’s are incredible, lots of power & reliability! All the little changes on the LT4 really add up, it’s more than a bump in power 👊👊 You’ve got a cool channel, love Vipers! You gotta post more videos! 🙌🙌 Viper ACR thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Although I'm a C5 owner, I don't see anything wrong with the C4. I only chose the C5 because I used to own a 1992 Firebird, and they share similar front end styling.
1992 Firebird was incredible 👊🔥🔥 Those have turned full-blown collector status, especially the nice ones! The C5 is all about that LS, one of the best engines in the world 🙌🙌 VernTheStampede thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Hey👋🏻. The first car should be easy to drive without thinking. I’d finder a beater to drive the first year; learn to park in tight spaces and get used to driving overall. Then sell it and get the Vette you want! 🙌🙌 Trust me, it’s better this way 💯💯💯 Chubsmania thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
As far as brands: the difference in prices between the best and cheapest is less than $30. They all last about the same, the rollers/guides are what’s really important…I’d get them OEM if possible.
Yes I like your video I have a 1990 Corvette that I've had since 95 engine is slightly modded heads exhaust chip engines been bored 030 compression is up 10 1/2 to 1 are simply enjoy driving it the torque can't forget about the torque torque I have Arizona Speed and Marine runners in the intake manifold has been massaged yes it's a blast I do have the 700R if you modify the l98 you won't be disappointed I can rev mine to 5000 RPM
It’s a Torque Monster! 💯👊👊 There’s nothing like the shove in the back, just driving around in traffic.. Modifying the transmission also makes the shifts faster….and more satisfying! 🚀🚀 Great build brother, I can see why you’ve kept it this long! Andrew Blackstone thanks for watching! 🔥🔥
Damn, what a great presenter and video. Had this video come out months ago it would have definitely pushed me over the edge even further. Recently got a 1989 corvette convertible with the ZF 6 speed. Had to be a 1989 because of the 80s exterior and interior. 51k original miles & well taken care of, the original radio in it definitely adds the experience. I've been making my own cassettes recently and the sound quality of the delco bose system is amazing, more richer than a digital/bluetooth sound. My friends believe it to be the true 80s Miami Vice color scheme though....Snow white exterior & Blood red interior ;) Im only a young man in my 20s and intend to take very good care of the car, not cheaping out on anything! Everything works and will continue to work, gotta preserve these beauties.
I have a LT4 with 27k. Weather stripping is going bad but totally original. I bought it with performance upgrades in the suspension, exhaust and engine. Not perfect but lots of fun. C4s feel like adult go karts.
If it’s truly mint, it’s a great price! 💯💯 ZR1 motors are exotic, but also bulletproof… so only routine maintenance is required. I would look at the suspension bushings, and age of the tires. Also check to see how many owners it’s had. And most importantly, make sure the color combo is what you really want.. Cars like the ZR1 are kept a long time by owners, take your time and find one you really want 👊🚀🚀
