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DigitalSyn · 05-10-2021, 08:15 AM

As for my thoughts on ZLE vs G350 - I don't believe after driving them both that is a fair comparison. The power of the ZLE is just entirely in another league. I would be more inclined to put the 350 against a 2SS. I get it now!

I had the Leather seats in the 350, not the Recaro's. Didn't have a choice as selection was slim when I was hunting.

My wifes thoughts on the difference between the two, I just jotted some notes while she was talking about it. My comments and thoughts in ().

350 is much better sounding. You hear the engine sing, where the ZLE quiets down.

( I think this is because of the NPP doing weird things, even in Track. I agree, it's not nearly as impressive stock. I will look to correct this with after market. Looking at a Corsa Xtreme. )

Ride quality is not bad in the ZLE, at least not as bad as I expected with all the warning you gave me but you notice it more if the roads are absolutely terrible. In fact getting up to speed the ZLE felt way more steady and stable. The 350 felt a little less smooth and more jerky because of the high RPM.

( Yeah the ZL1 1LE suspension is definitely more "ON" and very sprung, but hell I love it. The car felt like it was begging for more in the turns. I also agree overall the ZLE feels smoother under hard acceleration. )

Seats in both were fine. The 350's were a little more plush being leather, but the ZLE holds you in and aren't terrible. Although, I was able to lay back in the 350 and take a nap, and the ZLE I cant because the seats don't go back like that.

( I'm a big dude, 6'4 290 and the ZLE seats bolsters are not big enough for this mass. I fit, but its a workout. That's fine, I have a legit reason to lose some weight... outside of not dying from obesity and stuff.... The 350 seats were ok. Nothing special. Not overly comfy, and not overly sporty. I only mention this because I did notice a big difference between the two. )

The ZLE is WAY faster in almost every situation. I feel it when you pushed the gas, and I feel the corners.

(Me too. Me tooooo.)

(I found the clutch in the ZLE to be more predictable. The 350 clutch had some weird tension at times and I would find myself hunting for the release point in low speed situations. The ZLE is just there. All the time. In the same spot. )

(Visibility is fine. With blindspot monitoring I had zero issues with anything. Also with the 1LE wing, I was able to use the rear view quite a bit. I do admit if there is a situation where I need to turn at an odd angle and traffic is coming from the rear pillar I'll need to crane a bit. )

There are likely some additional thoughts we have, but wanted to get these and the pictures up lest this thread completely die due to OP not having his shit together.

All and all I knew I would enjoy the extra power, and the suspension but I didn't realize just how much I would. I do plan on getting some PS4S's for daily driving, but the stock ones aren't horrible in dry warm weather.

05-10-2021, 08:15 AM	#33
DigitalSyn Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE - Satin Steel Grey Join Date: May 2021 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 15	As for my thoughts on ZLE vs G350 - I don't believe after driving them both that is a fair comparison. The power of the ZLE is just entirely in another league. I would be more inclined to put the 350 against a 2SS. I get it now! I had the Leather seats in the 350, not the Recaro's. Didn't have a choice as selection was slim when I was hunting. My wifes thoughts on the difference between the two, I just jotted some notes while she was talking about it. My comments and thoughts in (). 350 is much better sounding. You hear the engine sing, where the ZLE quiets down. ( I think this is because of the NPP doing weird things, even in Track. I agree, it's not nearly as impressive stock. I will look to correct this with after market. Looking at a Corsa Xtreme. ) Ride quality is not bad in the ZLE, at least not as bad as I expected with all the warning you gave me but you notice it more if the roads are absolutely terrible. In fact getting up to speed the ZLE felt way more steady and stable. The 350 felt a little less smooth and more jerky because of the high RPM. ( Yeah the ZL1 1LE suspension is definitely more "ON" and very sprung, but hell I love it. The car felt like it was begging for more in the turns. I also agree overall the ZLE feels smoother under hard acceleration. ) Seats in both were fine. The 350's were a little more plush being leather, but the ZLE holds you in and aren't terrible. Although, I was able to lay back in the 350 and take a nap, and the ZLE I cant because the seats don't go back like that. ( I'm a big dude, 6'4 290 and the ZLE seats bolsters are not big enough for this mass. I fit, but its a workout. That's fine, I have a legit reason to lose some weight... outside of not dying from obesity and stuff.... The 350 seats were ok. Nothing special. Not overly comfy, and not overly sporty. I only mention this because I did notice a big difference between the two. ) The ZLE is WAY faster in almost every situation. I feel it when you pushed the gas, and I feel the corners. (Me too. Me tooooo.) (I found the clutch in the ZLE to be more predictable. The 350 clutch had some weird tension at times and I would find myself hunting for the release point in low speed situations. The ZLE is just there. All the time. In the same spot. ) (Visibility is fine. With blindspot monitoring I had zero issues with anything. Also with the 1LE wing, I was able to use the rear view quite a bit. I do admit if there is a situation where I need to turn at an odd angle and traffic is coming from the rear pillar I'll need to crane a bit. ) There are likely some additional thoughts we have, but wanted to get these and the pictures up lest this thread completely die due to OP not having his shit together. All and all I knew I would enjoy the extra power, and the suspension but I didn't realize just how much I would. I do plan on getting some PS4S's for daily driving, but the stock ones aren't horrible in dry warm weather.