Widebody LSX C2 vs Widebody LS6 C3 Corvette | FTW Ep 8

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In our 8th episode of FTW we take a look at 2 radical Corvette's. The Greg Thurmond built C2 featuring a Lingenfelter built LS producing 630 hp and a C3 Corvette known as Rambo. Both wide-bodied. Both track prepped and auto cross competitors. Both badass! If you could take one of these which one would you pick and why?
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  • @ricarquitectura4857
    @ricarquitectura4857 Жыл бұрын

    C3, for me, the curves, the colour, and that glorious sound!

  • @marcust510
    @marcust510 Жыл бұрын

    The SOUND of that C3 tho 😮‍💨🔥

  • @dangrbitch
    @dangrbitch Жыл бұрын

    this never gets old. ever.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Both are such badass builds!

  • @jasoncarpenter4116
    @jasoncarpenter4116 Жыл бұрын

    If I had to choose between the two it would be the C3, but with a few small changes, because it would be more of a driver for me. A little more power, more comfortable seats, and a more stock looking C3/C4 wing spoiler.

  • @digitalbrand2930
    @digitalbrand29309 ай бұрын

    My father worked with General Motors and designed these Corvettes, collected and restored these cars…🤓! Sadly, he passed away at age 61 years…

  • @ljsites
    @ljsites Жыл бұрын

    My favorite color is green….that being said, Greg’s orange c2 is by far my favorite!

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Both so good but Greg’s car is insane

  • @brianhuggins7951
    @brianhuggins7951 Жыл бұрын

    I like the C3 wide body Corvette. The wide body kit is great. No exposed screws or additional plastic pieces were added to the fenders that show the seams between the fenders and the extentions. The fenders are smooth from top to bottom. If the power train is making 410 hp at the tire, it's probably making close to 500 at the engine crank. That's good enough for me. It's horsepower that can actually be used for the street or autocross.

  • @patmarz
    @patmarz Жыл бұрын

    I been wanting a c3 so bad but the market is insane for an early year model

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    It sure is!

  • @brandonreeh1637

    @brandonreeh1637

    Жыл бұрын

    I found good prices on Facebook market.

  • @FrisellFan01
    @FrisellFan01 Жыл бұрын

    Both these cars,,,as widened as they are......just works of art with a purpose

  • @ConemantheBarbarian
    @ConemantheBarbarian Жыл бұрын

    When I got into autox back in the very early eighties there were a lot of fast C2 and C3 Vettes ripping around the cones in this area (Toronto). Both of these cars bring back memories and make me smile. For me there is no clear winner between these two. I would happily own either one.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Both are incredible and dream cars

  • @chesspiece81
    @chesspiece81 Жыл бұрын

    A dark green hard top C3 with white stripes, full chassis, aluminum 598ci fuel injected BBC with a 6 speed manual. BBK front and rear, really wide 18" BC Forged wheels, 295-315 fronts and 315-335 rears. Black stock like interior.

  • @mg_streetkandi
    @mg_streetkandi Жыл бұрын

    Green C3 is definitely takes the win for me.. I've seen that car on TV many times..Love it!!...Btw..Review your GT350 on the channel..Tell us what you think of it...🏁👍🏽

  • @josephmatuszak3855
    @josephmatuszak3855 Жыл бұрын

    Both these cars are pretty special. Honestly. It's like asking which supermodel you want to lick your face.....

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s the truth!

  • @iansharpe8420
    @iansharpe8420 Жыл бұрын

    Im going to pick the C3 on this one. The exhaust and engine tone is awesome. You can really tell the car is a drivers car, as it bumps along the road. Really like this build.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s so good! They’re both exceptional builds

  • @omnipotentone6545
    @omnipotentone6545 Жыл бұрын

    Shawn and Greg are my new hero's. First, congratulations on a great shoot. Gregs Stingray with wide tires all around, and the magic he did with it was spectacular. I've watched every GM vehicle you have featured. The one you just did with Gregs Stingray is the only one that literally gave me goosebumps. The genuine remarks you spoke and body language are real.

  • @aarongrattafiori617
    @aarongrattafiori617 Жыл бұрын

    I've seen both these episodes... And damnit I was just as impressed AGAIN. What monsters and the drivers stomping on them as they're made to do. Truly epic builds that are so. well. done.

  • @aarongrattafiori617

    @aarongrattafiori617

    Жыл бұрын

    C2 looks cannot be beat though, the only thing is the color... Swap the colors!

  • @jasonstanford
    @jasonstanford Жыл бұрын

    In my opinion that orange 65 is one of the best cars you have ever highlighted. It's like an adult go kart!

  • @xisleprez
    @xisleprez Жыл бұрын

    Dang Greg was rippin' on his vette Shawn.Seriously Badass and Rambo looks mean AF!

  • @sickjohnson
    @sickjohnson Жыл бұрын

    You can't possibly go wrong...big fan of purpose built especially when they look that good and have some conveniences in them still.

  • @williamsager1238
    @williamsager1238 Жыл бұрын

    Greg’s car is wicked bad ass !! And your show Shawn is the best on the web !!!

  • @robs85gmc
    @robs85gmc Жыл бұрын

    wow both cars are so cool, but I'm feeling that C2. Antilock brakes, 630hp!

  • @THROTTLEPOWER
    @THROTTLEPOWER Жыл бұрын

    Great vid!!! 👍👍

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Great cars

  • @justlistening9463
    @justlistening9463 Жыл бұрын

    Yeah ! Definitely a coin toss here. I'd much rather have one for Saturday's & Sunday's for the ultimate weekend warrior RIDE'S !

  • @white-dragon4424
    @white-dragon4424 Жыл бұрын

    The C3 has always been my favourite gen of Corvette, with the C7 and C6 as runners up, but I must say that the C2 has enough design character to make it into 4th place, especially when it comes to customising. I especially like the metallic orange one in the vid. As you said though, the less said about the C4 the better...

  • @coryholbrook4643
    @coryholbrook4643 Жыл бұрын

    Holy crap those cars are both so sexy. The C2 is my favorite generation but it’s hard to ignore that C3!!! I love purpose built cars. Function always trumps form but if it can look good without sacrificing performance then it’s all that much better.

  • @truebetold65
    @truebetold657 ай бұрын

    C3 all day long. The shape will never go out of style.

  • @themightywookiee
    @themightywookiee Жыл бұрын

    Another tough one! But Rambo edges out for me.

  • @187Chevy
    @187Chevy Жыл бұрын

    That 🍊 one sounds real nice….the c3 sounds like a formula v8 🔥

  • @tysonsmartialarts
    @tysonsmartialarts Жыл бұрын

    I have to agree! The overall power was the key for me.

  • @cyclonekevin6199
    @cyclonekevin6199 Жыл бұрын

    Two beautiful corvettes.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Both are special builds for sure

  • @brian_and_the_car
    @brian_and_the_car Жыл бұрын

    With all due respect… Garrett’s car all day long! It’s for sure one of my favorite builds… looks, functionality… I could go on and on. Great two car showdown for sure though 💯

  • @witcher71
    @witcher71 Жыл бұрын

    The C3. It's the absolute epitome of what Corvette is.

  • @robsorgdrager8477
    @robsorgdrager8477 Жыл бұрын

    That c2 is nuts but I disagree about the c3....that is sexy and aggressive. The c3 when widened can look soooo good. Awesome video, thank you for sharing.

  • @jackperry9369
    @jackperry9369 Жыл бұрын

    Shawn your the best of the channels thanks for all u do love your stuff man 😆

  • @FrisellFan01
    @FrisellFan01 Жыл бұрын

    I know this is a very special car.....the sound is just ahhhhhhh I don't have words your the lucky guy getting a ride in this

  • @gsmith207
    @gsmith207 Жыл бұрын

    If Zora Duntov and Harley Earl could see us now! Love me some Vettes of any Gen, but FTW I gotta pick the C3. As a GenX’er I relate better with them, plus at 6-5 I fit better in a C3! Haa! Great series my man ! Can only give 1 thumbs up, but it’s a 10!

  • @YukonDemon
    @YukonDemon Жыл бұрын

    Been watching your videos for awhile. Like this comparison format. You've had a lot of awesome cars on your channel. Hopefully things don't get too heated. Lol! Keep up the good work.

  • @hotrod2321
    @hotrod2321 Жыл бұрын

    This was just a great video. Both car's are awesome.

  • @TheGunfighter45acp
    @TheGunfighter45acp Жыл бұрын

    I'm a huge C3 fan, but that C2 is my choice today. Greg's car definitely knows how to get down and as loud & as bright as it is, it still does it with style. 👍👍

  • @edinko8973
    @edinko8973 Жыл бұрын

    Both cars are great, but 💚 is my favorite body shape.

  • @tonymanna9160
    @tonymanna9160 Жыл бұрын

    Both awesome, but I would also pick the C2

  • @richardwarfield7386
    @richardwarfield7386 Жыл бұрын

    Well i'm a sucker for anything green - C3 got my vote

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a good one. They’re both really great builds

  • @krullmanz1
    @krullmanz1 Жыл бұрын

    love both, but c3 for me, my dad had a 69 just love that body shape and the drivability of it in its current form not too extreme. and the color is great

  • @letsraceit10
    @letsraceit10 Жыл бұрын

    We know both cars and their owners. They’re great people - friendly, humble, and a pleasure to be around. I’ve ridden several autocross laps in these two cars, Scar and Rambo, and can confirm that they’re both amazing. However, I’ve always been a C3 guy, so I’m drawn to Rambo and the ‘70s curves, especially with the JCG Customs spoilers. On the other hand, I love the color that Greg put on Scar and like the mechanical mods/additions, like the ABS, the rear suspension, and the fire suppression system. So it’s a toss up for me. Maybe what I really need is a bright orange C3. 🤔

  • @georgef1176
    @georgef1176 Жыл бұрын

    C3 I grew up in passenger seat of a c3 and c4 zr1 love them

  • @riverrat130
    @riverrat130 Жыл бұрын

    Of course i am late too the party but I dig them both. I am a child of the 50's and got to see the horsepower revolution as it happened. The C-3 has the body stile i like and the C-2 has that beautiful Pearl Orange paint. So i will say i will take them both. LOL

  • @johnmargaritis9549
    @johnmargaritis9549 Жыл бұрын

    I like both but would take the c2 for one reason the higher hp and the body style , good job guys .

  • @vicferrari9380
    @vicferrari9380 Жыл бұрын

    I like the C3 it would have been nice to have a little more shake down like you gave the C2.

  • @lowtunedg9211
    @lowtunedg9211 Жыл бұрын

    The C2 is one of the most beautiful corvettes I’ve ever seen, orange and black is that 🔥

  • @melvinburwell8202
    @melvinburwell8202 Жыл бұрын

    I don't care what anybody says. Nothing like a Sick C2. Loved it since birth. Perfect. C3 is badd ass too. Nice track car. But the C2. Ohhh my gosh. 🤑👍❤❤😎😝

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Both are great but yeah, that C2 is pure cool

  • @zxjuiced
    @zxjuiced11 ай бұрын

    Can`t go wrong with either one!

  • @billd7470
    @billd7470 Жыл бұрын

    Greg for the win. Thanks for reading my suggestion. When you start clapping (in the cars) I know you having fun.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion. Both great cars but Greg’s has some secret sauce that throw it over the top for me

  • @swamppy4880
    @swamppy4880 Жыл бұрын

    I like the green one,and the Corvette radio

  • @billboeck4644
    @billboeck4644 Жыл бұрын

    I would pic Rambo here`s why I built a 1989 red IROC Z28 for auto X LS 3 makes a little over 410 whp 315 B/F Goodrich all 4 corners , nice sound system , It`s a cruzzer But I mostly race it , Auto X / time lap`s / start stop / Drag . It`s one thing to build a race car It`s another to build a all around driver. :) Catch me at LS Fest / Good Guys / EquipeRapide Events in TX . Peace Bill B Keep up the good work

  • @jeremiahtorres9462
    @jeremiahtorres9462 Жыл бұрын

    I love these vs videos man!🔥🔥🔥

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I’m having fun with these

  • @johncocktoasten9228
    @johncocktoasten9228 Жыл бұрын

    That 65 is the one! Massive power, incredible brakes and obvious monster handling. Oh yeah man, even with all the stickers on it that dream would be in my driveway...

  • @DataRew
    @DataRew Жыл бұрын

    I will always choose a C3, but I have a lot of personal history with them (even though I'm not yet 40, but close). For me, C3's, C7's, and C6's are the top three corvette generations, in order. Then, C8's, C5's, C1's/C2's, and C4's

  • @mwhitelaw8569
    @mwhitelaw8569 Жыл бұрын

    This is a tough call dude You're right The purpose built cars are generally the best Killer vid man

  • @MoparMissileDivision
    @MoparMissileDivision Жыл бұрын

    Gotta love both! If I had to choose between these two cars I would have millions to throw at the owners and I would want both!

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Best answer yet!!

  • @jasonkrebs1859
    @jasonkrebs1859 Жыл бұрын

    Gotta love that protouring look

  • @GW-nu8hc
    @GW-nu8hc Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this review of these awesome vettes. Love both of these cars!!

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    They’re both really amazing builds

  • @jamesschaal993
    @jamesschaal99311 ай бұрын

    C3 for me, all the way. Had a buddy in grade school was crazy about the C2 when it was introduced. To me...cool but kinda “plain jane”. When I saw a picture of the “Mako Shark” Corvette in a car mag at the time, that was it. That profile is way sexier than any XKE Jag. Was then, is now, my dream car

  • @truebetold65

    @truebetold65

    11 ай бұрын

    You are telling nothing but the pure truth. C2 is plain but the shark is on another level of beauty. Great taste 👌.

  • @twelvecylinders6273
    @twelvecylinders6273 Жыл бұрын

    beautiful cars!!!! it's hard to pick one!

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s impossible. Both are amazing builds

  • @jasonmacneil2256
    @jasonmacneil2256 Жыл бұрын

    You know what would be REALLY COOL is to put a velocity meter on this car, and then register the G FORCES!!!

  • @smokinjoeprestwood5889
    @smokinjoeprestwood5889 Жыл бұрын

    First off, let me say that I would be happy to own either one of these "Bad Ass Corvettes. With that being said, I'm leaning towards the 65 Vette just because Orange is my favorite color 🏁🏁🏁

  • @jameshutchins3396
    @jameshutchins3396 Жыл бұрын

    This one is easy ... both. Only thing I would change? Chrome bumpers. Why both? One for autocross the other for road race. Done.

  • @jrmotorsports5532
    @jrmotorsports5532 Жыл бұрын

    Both are awesome! My vote would be C2, favorite generation of vette, and amazing engineering. Not to take away from the C3. Keep it up, love this series!

  • @ahemgee9542
    @ahemgee9542 Жыл бұрын

    The LSX seems to be quite high- ish revving and almost sounds like a flat plane V8.

  • @petrolhead8851
    @petrolhead8851 Жыл бұрын

    Both such bad ass builds but I would choose Rambo in a heartbeat, it’s more my style

  • @bourbonandbeard9721
    @bourbonandbeard972111 ай бұрын

    C2. It's just a monster. And I love that sound.

  • @Marcus007
    @Marcus007 Жыл бұрын

    Both are great builds. It's easier to paint the c2 than upgrade the c3 to the c2's performance. Even with equal paint, I too prefer the looks of the c3. If they both had equal paint and mechanical, I'd go with the c3.

  • @James-js6dx
    @James-js6dx Жыл бұрын

    👍🏿. I love both. Review the grand wagoneer on the rack. And do a truck series. I have a 88 grand wagoneer

  • @thesearch9048
    @thesearch9048 Жыл бұрын

    Both are amazing machines. If I had to chose, the C3 would be the one for me.

  • @thejoshbtv
    @thejoshbtv Жыл бұрын

    I'm going C3. Its got the sexier curves. It sounds better. I think it would look better in the orange of the C2 though.

  • @Coyote9smilespergallon
    @Coyote9smilespergallon Жыл бұрын

    The Orange is for sure better and definitely my choice one or other! But the Green is still Fing awesome and talk about Movie film sound track exhaust note!!! That car is one of the best sounding I ever herd!!

  • @boost7983
    @boost7983 Жыл бұрын

    Would go crazy for either one, both are awesome. Hate to pick one over the other - but the 65 would be my first choice. Still love the C3 though, really a beautiful car, and runs like crazy. Great job by both guys...

  • @bazilwreckerloughead
    @bazilwreckerloughead Жыл бұрын

    I think I'd pick the C2 too...also. I like that style of Corvettes, plus it's got 2 of my favorite words; MANUAL BRAKES!

  • @fks-pv8il
    @fks-pv8il Жыл бұрын

    Hard to pick a winner at this level but the C2 color stance style and freakin’ look is incredible! Hard to build a better looking better then the C2! Keep them coming!

  • @brandonreeh1637
    @brandonreeh1637 Жыл бұрын

    AutotopiaLA I choose the C3 my profile picture is the car. I have a 1981. I'm doing a 2004 5.3L LM7/LS with a 2005 4L80E transmission swap shooting for 500hp to the wheel. The paint is going to be snazzberry pearl from the 2022 dodge. I would like you to review it when I'm done it's going to take awhile tho.

  • @terrywbreedlove
    @terrywbreedlove Жыл бұрын

    Going with Rambo even though the wing kills for me and I agree needs more power.

  • @daviescott1406
    @daviescott1406 Жыл бұрын

    Greg's CORVETTE is the WINNER

  • @bossesp351xe8
    @bossesp351xe8 Жыл бұрын

    The C3 Corvette style and colour appeals more to me and does have “enough” power for its built purpose.

  • @shawnthomas397
    @shawnthomas397 Жыл бұрын

    I'll make this short great job again on audio and video on both cars///I'll pick the the Corvette c3///the one body the military color//and the spoiler I can live with that///the orange Corvette is just dance too much//great power///great stopping power///(so my pic is//c3 corvette)!!!!👍😊

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    Both killer rides!! I’d take either of them and be happy!!

  • @thebees4371
    @thebees4371 Жыл бұрын

    I like c2, c3, and c6 styles.

  • @deopersad2915
    @deopersad2915 Жыл бұрын

    Both awesome car's is very hard to pick one but I do like the C2 , was at a small car show last Saturday and had 2 Corvette's both C4's and other cool car's 👍🏽

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    They really are great builds. I’d take either of them happily!

  • @steves9905
    @steves9905 Жыл бұрын

    Oh yea...that C3. Added lightness

  • @truebetold65

    @truebetold65

    Жыл бұрын

    Agree

  • @charlesedwardsii3338
    @charlesedwardsii3338 Жыл бұрын

    C3 for me, but both are winners. Vettes.

  • @somenygaard
    @somenygaard Жыл бұрын

    C3 gets my vote.

  • @marcwalker9610
    @marcwalker9610 Жыл бұрын

    C-2 hands down 🏁 I do love the green on the C-3 because it looks almost identical to the factory green that was on my first car, a factory High Performance 1972 Z-28 with Black stripes 😊👊😊

  • @maya00795
    @maya00795 Жыл бұрын

    Freakin cool... Both are looking badass 😍😍🤘🤠🤠🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @drdanimalsize
    @drdanimalsize Жыл бұрын

    C3 Rambo all the way. It's probably my favorite car on this whole channel. But I agreed that it could use a 427 ls instead yeeee

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    They’re both such well built pure driver cars

  • @Gadsden-rn2wl
    @Gadsden-rn2wl10 ай бұрын

    Id have to go Rambo on this one. Both are great tho!

  • @hoonaticbloggs5402
    @hoonaticbloggs5402 Жыл бұрын

    8:40 made me grin

  • @420PuffPuffPass
    @420PuffPuffPass7 ай бұрын

    They are both really nice but the C2 is my favorite years before. He has a great setup,

  • @manofreedom
    @manofreedom11 ай бұрын

    WORD OF ADVISE FOR C3 REBUILDS...................................I bought a 1978 twenty fifth anniversery C3 just to upgrade and make into a daily driver. But...... when I got it in my shop I realized it needed work. When I lifted the body off I was absolutely stunned. I could NOT believe that GM passed that frame on down the line to mount an engine in. I had to sand blast it down to shinny metal, re-weld the ENTIRE frame. There were massive gaps in the welds. The welds were shotty, sub-standard and frankly piss poor. CHECK YOUR FRAME if you are going to upgrade. Corvettes at that time had crappy welds in the frame and I'm quite surprised GM didn't have MAJOR recalls for this. I'm going from a 350 with a 4 speed automatic to a 5.7 L cranking out over 450 horses and significant increase in torque so the frame has to be strong enough to handle that.

  • @truebetold65

    @truebetold65

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you, and by the way you have a gorgeous car. Do a video some day.

  • @fishpony1211
    @fishpony1211 Жыл бұрын

    Got to go with the c3 on this one. Color, stance, setup. The c2 is beautifully done and i know ill get shit for this but i just dont like c2’s.

  • @AutotopiaLA

    @AutotopiaLA

    Жыл бұрын

    They’re both total dream cars especially for hard drivers

  • @johnsheetz6639
    @johnsheetz6639 Жыл бұрын

    You have the best job in the world! 👍

  • @stanmendoza7871
    @stanmendoza7871 Жыл бұрын

    That C3 sounds wicked and looks bitchin!

  • @scottiebwaaii2602
    @scottiebwaaii2602 Жыл бұрын

    i am with Gregs car too cause i love the power and the stopping power too

  • @thaddeusbrown8783
    @thaddeusbrown8783 Жыл бұрын

    I love corvettes both are awesome but the the c2 for me.

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