id look for a 99-02...the disadvantage of the 99-00 is they use an OS with a primary & secondary VE, ls1 intake maifold, smaller injectors...but injectors are cheap, you can reprogram the stock computer with an 01-02 OS but the vin will be screwed up I think, ls6 intakes are semi cheap...so there you have it...expand it one year

must be nice to have rents give you even close to $20k at graduation...i got a 79 buick regal with grey primer & a hug. Your other option would be to do the smart thing & save at least 10-15 grand of that money for a house...unless you plan to live with your parents for the next 10 years