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Fenderaddict2 · 08-23-2012, 07:13 PM

The car that is far better than the ZL1 is the ZL1 convertible. It is everything the ZL1 is and more. My previous experience with a cabriolet version of a high performance coupe was the M3. Terrible driver's downgrade, less capable, less rigid, less everything for more money. The new GT convertible is admittedly the cruiser version of the coupe. But the ZL1 rag is a hoot. Performs as well as the coupe by restores everything my experience with the standard ZL1 was lacking. Better visibility natch with top gone but no worse with it up. Better sounding, more involving, as rigid. I am simply in love with this car... It pushed my buttons in ways the standard car fell short. If you snagged one, two thumbs up. I literally stepped out of the car less than an hour ago and the experience is still making me shake. Wow, simply wow. The standard Z impressed me with the huge improvement over the standard car the convertible just impressed me...period. IMHO, the best Chevy for the money ever. And FUN!!!

L99CAMA2011 · 08-23-2012, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Fenderaddict2

The car that is far better than the ZL1 is the ZL1 convertible. It is everything the ZL1 is and more. My previous experience with a cabriolet version of a high performance coupe was the M3. Terrible driver's downgrade, less capable, less rigid, less everything for more money. The new GT convertible is admittedly the cruiser version of the coupe. But the ZL1 rag is a hoot. Performs as well as the coupe by restores everything my experience with the standard ZL1 was lacking. Better visibility natch with top gone but no worse with it up. Better sounding, more involving, as rigid. I am simply in love with this car... It pushed my buttons in ways the standard car fell short. If you snagged one, two thumbs up. I literally stepped out of the car less than an hour ago and the experience is still making me shake. Wow, simply wow. The standard Z impressed me with the huge improvement over the standard car the convertible just impressed me...period. IMHO, the best Chevy for the money ever. And FUN!!!

What about a ZR-1 with the top off.

ZL1 Spoked · 08-23-2012, 08:08 PM

So a convertible makes the car that much better? Sounds like your a little tickled if just that option makes the car "SO MUCH" better then the Coupe.

GoldenBear · 08-23-2012, 08:13 PM

I will be picking up my ZL1 Convertible next week. I'm expecting it to be as fun as you describe. I'm looking forward to driving it on Highway 1 from Carmel to Big Sur on a warn, sunny Saturday afternoon.

Deke736 · 08-23-2012, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by L99CAMA2011

What about a ZR-1 with the top off.

Unless you are talking about a C4 1990's ZR-1, the top isn't removable. And I wouldn't compare an early 90's Vette to a ZL1!

Fenderaddict2 · 08-23-2012, 09:37 PM

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What about a ZR-1 with the top off.

I like Vettes. The wife loves 'em. But I need 4 seats and want a better interior for the price. Also the ZR-1 is more one dimensional than the Vette. Great performance car, no doubt but I really feel the ZL1 is the most overlooked domestic car in the marketplace. My buying patterns have always swung from convertible to coupe to roadster to coupe to... Well you get the idea. The ZL1 convertible to me at least could be the ideal car. My wife and I had decided on a ZL1 and although the numbers are impressive and the reviews glowing I have to say I wasn't excited about getting one. Not sure why until today. The ragtop I could very excited about. Now to convince my wife.

Jayrcr3 · 08-23-2012, 09:38 PM

Convertibles are for girls!

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Fenderaddict2 · 08-23-2012, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1 Spoked

So a convertible makes the car that much better? Sounds like your a little tickled if just that option makes the car "SO MUCH" better then the Coupe.

I really believe it does. I agree with the mags that said the ZL1 was a better car than a GT500. Yet as much as the car impressed me it felt almost Audi like. Not that that's a bad thing but few Audi's have thrilled me as much as compatible Mercs or Bimmers. The convertible I rode in and drive today simply had that level of excitement I was missing. Makes me more convinced than every that "ZL1" may have been the wrong monicker. If you like Camaros, heck if you like performance cars drive one. It reverses the trend of convertibles compromising performance coupes. The weight, the structure all negatives in the coupe benefit the ragtop. I am really genuinely excited by this car. Don't believe me, see my post of my Mustang forum. Yep, it's that good.

Fenderaddict2 · 08-23-2012, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jayrcr3

Convertibles are for girls!

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Often. Wouldn't get me picking a M3 or 911 convertible over the hardtop. I would easily pick this over the ZL1 coupe and the value over the GT500 becomes even greater. Mind I'd still like a Shelby, well because it's a Shelby and it's lovingly insane.

BIGBLKZL1 · 08-23-2012, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Fenderaddict2

The car that is far better than the ZL1 is the ZL1 convertible. It is everything the ZL1 is and more. My previous experience with a cabriolet version of a high performance coupe was the M3. Terrible driver's downgrade, less capable, less rigid, less everything for more money. The new GT convertible is admittedly the cruiser version of the coupe. But the ZL1 rag is a hoot. Performs as well as the coupe by restores everything my experience with the standard ZL1 was lacking. Better visibility natch with top gone but no worse with it up. Better sounding, more involving, as rigid. I am simply in love with this car... It pushed my buttons in ways the standard car fell short. If you snagged one, two thumbs up. I literally stepped out of the car less than an hour ago and the experience is still making me shake. Wow, simply wow. The standard Z impressed me with the huge improvement over the standard car the convertible just impressed me...period. IMHO, the best Chevy for the money ever. And FUN!!!

Bad@ssCamaro · 08-23-2012, 10:53 PM

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Dude, why the facepalm, the guy is praising the vert ZL1. Is it because he owns a mustang? C'mon, the dudes a true car guy - cut him some slack.

Taser Deployed · 08-23-2012, 11:25 PM

To me this post says that Chevy didn't just chop of the roof and say here you guys go.

shaffe · 08-23-2012, 11:33 PM

Wow fanboyism on this site has reached a new low.

Guy with a mustang is praising the rag top zl1 and people are ragging on him

kbar4782 · 08-23-2012, 11:41 PM

No doubt

08-23-2012, 07:13 PM	#1
Fenderaddict2 Opinionated bugger! Drives: Boss 302, Mazda 2, Praga & Intrepid Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oakville Posts: 1,897 View My Garage	This car is so much better than a ZL1... The car that is far better than the ZL1 is the ZL1 convertible. It is everything the ZL1 is and more. My previous experience with a cabriolet version of a high performance coupe was the M3. Terrible driver's downgrade, less capable, less rigid, less everything for more money. The new GT convertible is admittedly the cruiser version of the coupe. But the ZL1 rag is a hoot. Performs as well as the coupe by restores everything my experience with the standard ZL1 was lacking. Better visibility natch with top gone but no worse with it up. Better sounding, more involving, as rigid. I am simply in love with this car... It pushed my buttons in ways the standard car fell short. If you snagged one, two thumbs up. I literally stepped out of the car less than an hour ago and the experience is still making me shake. Wow, simply wow. The standard Z impressed me with the huge improvement over the standard car the convertible just impressed me...period. IMHO, the best Chevy for the money ever. And FUN!!! __________________ Follow me on forums everywhere as Fenderaddict2 or my kid on the track and Twitter @fastmyles

08-23-2012, 08:13 PM	#4
GoldenBear Bear Backer Drives: 69 Camaro Z/28, 69 Corvette Conv Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,490	I will be picking up my ZL1 Convertible next week. I'm expecting it to be as fun as you describe. I'm looking forward to driving it on Highway 1 from Carmel to Big Sur on a warn, sunny Saturday afternoon. __________________ Current Chevrolets: 1969 Camaro Z/28 -- 1969 427/390 Corvette Convertible -- 1970 350/300 Corvette Convertible -- 2013 Camaro ZL1 Convertible -- CRT / Exposed CF Weave Hood Insert / Suede Package / Polished Wheels / MN6

08-23-2012, 09:38 PM	#7
Jayrcr3 Drives: 2011 IOM 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chatham, Illinois Posts: 756	Convertibles are for girls! Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2 __________________ American Racing 1 7/8" Headers and Hi-Flow Cats, CAI cold air intake, Flowmaster AT exhaust, Vengeance Racing Stage 2 cam, VMax ported throttle body, TEA valve springs and titanium retainers, Trick Flow hardened pushrods, 180* T-stat, Comp Trunion kit, ZL1 Fuel Pump, ADM Fuel Pump Control Module, 20% window tint, Whipple Supercharger. Tuned by Mike Norris Motorsports. 656rwhp/584rwtq @10 PSI.

08-23-2012, 08:08 PM	#3
ZL1 Spoked Drives: Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: CA Posts: 1,131	So a convertible makes the car that much better? Sounds like your a little tickled if just that option makes the car "SO MUCH" better then the Coupe.

08-23-2012, 11:25 PM	#12
Taser Deployed Drives: 2012 Blk ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 938	To me this post says that Chevy didn't just chop of the roof and say here you guys go.

08-23-2012, 11:33 PM	#13
shaffe Drives: 21 Bronco Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Carol Stream Posts: 6,024	Wow fanboyism on this site has reached a new low. Guy with a mustang is praising the rag top zl1 and people are ragging on him

08-23-2012, 11:41 PM	#14
kbar4782 Drives: 2012 ZL1, 00016 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Whitesville, NY Posts: 265	No doubt