[teamDFL]

I am considering the purchase of a dedicated event car to take to HPDEs, Time Trials and Hillclimbs. I will most likely contest a Street Prepared class during the timed events, but have not made a final decision. The value represented by the 4th Gen F-body is attractive. I have yet to uncover a single source buyer's that details perfomance affecting year-over-year changes and options. Is there such a thing? Any links or attempts at putting together a brief one here would be appreciated.

This post has been edited by teamDFL: Nov 21 2005, 01:16 PM

[robz71lm7]

'93's also have unique/specific front brakes to that year only. the brakes don't matter if you're going to swap them for LS1 brakes. They came with one of two unique T56's which came with either 2.73 or 3.23 rear ends. One of them is desireable for Solo Street Prepared classes.

For LT1 cars you want a '95 first and a '94 second. '95 is the best because it has a vented opti and more timing chain options yet is the desireable OBDI computer. '94 is the same, but it has a non-vented opti. '94 also doesn't have a traction control if that bothers you. Some '95's I believe have the OBDII plug on an OBDI computer which can be a pita. Ask Kirby on the board. '96 and '97 aren't bad but they are OBDII. '97 has the nice interior. I don't know for sure but I'd bet the '97's with the new interior are heavier, but that is just a wild ass guess.

I'd look for a Formula (less body work for big tires) hardtop first and a Camaro hardtop second. Hardtops before t-tops.

For LS1's I'd look for a '01-'02 first since they had the LS6 intake and better clutch. Then I'd look at the '99-'00's since they come standard with the better diff. The '98's last because of the diff and the fact their cylinder liners allow for less of a cleanup hone should you need an engine rebuild. '98's also have perimeter bolt valce covers as opposed to '99+ centerbolt valve covers. Just like before, you want a stripped down hardtop.

1LE doesn't really matter unless you're going to leave the car stock. Also be aware that 4th gen B4C's are the SAME as Z28's. Don't waste your money on any of the SLP/ASC cars.

I'd look for a rust free car from the south or west. It's nice working on a car and not finding every fastener frozen.