ZL1 1LE with A10

TheShooter · 12-14-2017, 09:56 AM

A few months ago I contacted GM about the 1LE and possibly getting a A10 version.
My need has to do with some damage to my left foot that makes manual shifting tough at times, though I can still do it.

The response:

"Please contact us again when you're ready for purchase. At this time there is no automatic transmission offered, but we have received considerable interest in offering this option in the 1LE."

The two 1LE owners I've met are split on the topic. One would have certainly opted for the A10, while the other prefers the manual. Both think it should be available, as it would make the car more versatile for some drivers and certainly for those with an injury.

Rob

motorhead · 12-14-2017, 10:04 AM

Especially seeing how many supercars only have automatics anymore, i really dont understand why they dont. I would perfer an auto ZL1 1LE at this stage in my life. Ive jammed enough gears. Don't care for it anymore.

DangerZL1 · 12-14-2017, 10:05 AM

The coming ZR1 with the option of an A8 is a good example of Chevy reacting to customer's desires and trends. Not everyone who'd like to own a track-oriented car has intentions of driving it on the street, and like you, not everyone is able to or wants to drive a manual car. As good as the A10 is, there's no reason to limit it to the ZL1. There'd be plenty of folks who'd have opted for the 1LE package if it were offered in an automatic.

WhyUMad1LE · 12-14-2017, 10:35 AM

Love that 1LE is manual only. They already offer an auto on the ZL1 anyway which is more than can be said of some other cars (GT350). And there is tons of auto-only stuff like the Charger Hellcat.

TheShooter · 12-14-2017, 10:50 AM

The bottom line:

1) Offering the 1LE with A10 will make the car more fun for some buyers.
2) Some folks have medical issues and should be able to enjoy a 1LE.
3) The A10 would BENEFIT the chassis on a road course for most drivers.

The Charger Hellcat is a weak example as few 4 door cars go manual. The A10 is a gem, perhaps of the best transmission around. It's criminal not to pair it with a 1LE.

But I have a feeling we'll see it soon.

R.

17 White ZL1 · 12-14-2017, 11:15 AM

I agree why not offer the track package with both Trans. I sold my GT350 (my 1st mustang) because after left knee surgery driving a clutch car is out for me and I really liked the GT350 best sounding and N/A car I have owned. If they offered the A10 in a GT350 they would sell as would the 1LE. Give the guys that can't use a clutch have a choice too.

TheShooter · 12-14-2017, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 17 White ZL1

I agree why not offer the track package with both Trans. I sold my GT350 (my 1st mustang) because after left knee surgery driving a clutch car is out for me and I really liked the GT350 best sounding and N/A car I have owned. If they offered the A10 in a GT350 they would sell as would the 1LE. Give the guys that can't use a clutch have a choice too.

Bam!

Exactly. And don't get me wrong. The manual is beautiful and fun. But I've got some sporadic pain in my left foot from nerve damage. I actually offered to send Chevy a letter from my doctor!

Both hands on the wheel through the twisty mountain roads is also a pretty good idea and why auto's work great for many.

Rob

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 12-14-2017, 11:47 AM

Shooter, I thought the 1LE was a BIG NO for you? Wouldn't the suspension rupture a spleen on your LA roads? Why are you worrying about it? Get an A10 ZL1 and drive it; screw adding the 1LE parts unless you have to have the look.

1970judge · 12-14-2017, 12:01 PM

Though I doubt this would have swayed my mind from a Z/28, but I would have at least seriously considered a 1LE if it had an A10.

drfeelgood · 12-14-2017, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 17 White ZL1

I agree why not offer the track package with both Trans. I sold my GT350 (my 1st mustang) because after left knee surgery driving a clutch car is out for me and I really liked the GT350 best sounding and N/A car I have owned. If they offered the A10 in a GT350 they would sell as would the 1LE. Give the guys that can't use a clutch have a choice too.

Yeah, Ford seems to be sticking to their guns offering the GT350 in manual only, I personally am glad Chevy debuted the A10 in the ZL1

Tim202 · 12-14-2017, 12:21 PM

I already blew my wad on the 1LE (can't afford the depr loss on trade if the A10 becomes available), but if it had the A10 option, I probably would have gone with that.

WhyUMad1LE · 12-14-2017, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Can'tHave2MuchHP

Shooter, I thought the 1LE was a BIG NO for you? Wouldn't the suspension rupture a spleen on your LA roads? Why are you worrying about it? Get an A10 ZL1 and drive it; screw adding the 1LE parts unless you have to have the look.

Wait, this is that guy?

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheShooter

So after enjoying the heck out of two test drives in the amazing ZL1, I finally got to try out a 1LE.

Before I say anything, let's just get out of the way that the 1LE is an amazing machine and it's worth getting if you will track the hell out of it.

But as a car, it's HORRIBLE. When I read that owners and testers "couldn't wait to get out of it" I honestly thought they must be some seriously weak drivers. Years back I used to drive a modded MGB that had previously been tracked and it barely had a suspension. But it was a Lexus compared to the 1LE.

The ride is horrible, absolutely terrible in every respect, jarring and annoying beyond words. The roads at Angeles Crest are famous for drivers, but even that fairly smooth road was fairly unpleasant after 20 minutes.

But again, it's not BUILT for that. It's optimized for SMOOTH well maintained track surfaces and really little else. So it'll be a ZL1 with an aero package for me and the A10.

I believe that the aero is useful for any road course and I wish it were a factory option, but at least we know it can be added.

Kudos to Chevy. The ZL1 1LE is amazing for folks who spend serious time at the track. It's also cool for collectors and the aero LOOKS AMAZING. Not "ricer" at all and it's highly functional, so you're sounding silly to utter "ricer" standing anywhere near a 1LE.

R.

phobos512 · 12-14-2017, 12:55 PM

Looking longingly at a 1LE as my next vehicle. If Ford throws a DCT in their next top level Mustang as rumored, and Chevy doesn't offer the A10 in the 1LE...Well, that'd be a shame but maybe I'll have my first Ford.

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 12-14-2017, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhyUMad1LE

Wait, this is that guy?

Yep it sure is. He's a complete shit show.

12-14-2017, 09:56 AM	#1
TheShooter Account Suspended Drives: 2016 Charger Hellcat Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 173	ZL1 1LE with A10 A few months ago I contacted GM about the 1LE and possibly getting a A10 version. My need has to do with some damage to my left foot that makes manual shifting tough at times, though I can still do it. The response: "Please contact us again when you're ready for purchase. At this time there is no automatic transmission offered, but we have received considerable interest in offering this option in the 1LE." The two 1LE owners I've met are split on the topic. One would have certainly opted for the A10, while the other prefers the manual. Both think it should be available, as it would make the car more versatile for some drivers and certainly for those with an injury. Rob

12-14-2017, 11:15 AM	#6
17 White ZL1 Drives: 2017 White ZL1 A10 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: SoCal Posts: 171	I agree why not offer the track package with both Trans. I sold my GT350 (my 1st mustang) because after left knee surgery driving a clutch car is out for me and I really liked the GT350 best sounding and N/A car I have owned. If they offered the A10 in a GT350 they would sell as would the 1LE. Give the guys that can't use a clutch have a choice too. __________________ 2018 Trackhawk 2017 ZL1 A10 2017 CTSV 2016 GT350 2015 Hellcat Challeger

12-14-2017, 10:04 AM	#2
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,850	Especially seeing how many supercars only have automatics anymore, i really dont understand why they dont. I would perfer an auto ZL1 1LE at this stage in my life. Ive jammed enough gears. Don't care for it anymore.

12-14-2017, 10:05 AM	#3
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,935	The coming ZR1 with the option of an A8 is a good example of Chevy reacting to customer's desires and trends. Not everyone who'd like to own a track-oriented car has intentions of driving it on the street, and like you, not everyone is able to or wants to drive a manual car. As good as the A10 is, there's no reason to limit it to the ZL1. There'd be plenty of folks who'd have opted for the 1LE package if it were offered in an automatic.

12-14-2017, 10:35 AM	#4
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	Love that 1LE is manual only. They already offer an auto on the ZL1 anyway which is more than can be said of some other cars (GT350). And there is tons of auto-only stuff like the Charger Hellcat.

12-14-2017, 10:50 AM	#5
TheShooter Account Suspended Drives: 2016 Charger Hellcat Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Burbank, CA Posts: 173	The bottom line: 1) Offering the 1LE with A10 will make the car more fun for some buyers. 2) Some folks have medical issues and should be able to enjoy a 1LE. 3) The A10 would BENEFIT the chassis on a road course for most drivers. The Charger Hellcat is a weak example as few 4 door cars go manual. The A10 is a gem, perhaps of the best transmission around. It's criminal not to pair it with a 1LE. But I have a feeling we'll see it soon. R.

12-14-2017, 11:47 AM	#8
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	Shooter, I thought the 1LE was a BIG NO for you? Wouldn't the suspension rupture a spleen on your LA roads? Why are you worrying about it? Get an A10 ZL1 and drive it; screw adding the 1LE parts unless you have to have the look.

12-14-2017, 12:01 PM	#9
1970judge Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2007 HHR Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 1,148	Though I doubt this would have swayed my mind from a Z/28, but I would have at least seriously considered a 1LE if it had an A10.

12-14-2017, 12:21 PM	#11
Tim202 Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 218	I already blew my wad on the 1LE (can't afford the depr loss on trade if the A10 becomes available), but if it had the A10 option, I probably would have gone with that.

12-14-2017, 12:55 PM	#13
phobos512 Drives: 2017 Audi S3 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: High Desert, CA Posts: 11	Looking longingly at a 1LE as my next vehicle. If Ford throws a DCT in their next top level Mustang as rumored, and Chevy doesn't offer the A10 in the 1LE...Well, that'd be a shame but maybe I'll have my first Ford.

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