not sure of age m8 i did a swap wth some gear a few weeks back to help a friend out.
7000c3 i though these were black sided end plated reels ie brass under black paint etc and fitted with bearings.
6500 ct mag elite i have only used once myself and it runs fine i have just got a preferance for the 7000 at the minute a more robust reel for me and casts plenty far enough.