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Originally Posted by hawk02

I loved my M6 2017 ZL1 coupe. But in 2022 when Cadillac announced the CT5-V Blackwing that came standard with a manual transmission, I told myself that could be the ONLY car I trade my ZL1 for.

Got lucky last May and found a pre-owned 2023 M6 5BW with the stage 1 & 2 carbon fiber packages, sunroof, performance seat upgrade, PDR, edge red calipers, and red seat belts at a local dealer that sells pre-owned high-performance vehicles.

The Alpha 2 chassis, Global B platform, and 4th Gen mag ride shocks make the 5BW a significant step up from the ZL1.

The 5BW only weighs about 125 lbs more than the ZL1. Even though it has two more doors it doesn't feel any bigger than the ZL1. Visibility is so much better than the Camaro. You don't feel like you're driving in a bunker with the BW.

After almost a year of ownership, I have not once regretted trading my ZL1 for the Cadillac. I know the Corvette folks don't like me saying this, but in my opinion, the 5BW is the best overall performance car GM is currently building.

Legendary plate.