ZL1 1LE Roadtrip - Page 3

Walkure · 02-01-2019, 03:37 PM

If you are buying it as a garage-queen to bring to shows and keep all shiny-perfect, then ship it.
If you are buying it to drive, then drive it. Especially if you plan on tracking it.

Mine is not a 1LE, but I flew 1-way from DC to Atlanta, then drove it back 600 miles home. Aside from spending the next morning going over the front with some bug-remover, I came through unscathed.

Road trips are fun. Do it!

Og Neon · 02-01-2019, 04:22 PM

Thanks for the feedback and input. Interesting split of advice. As of right now I haven't decided what I am going to do. At the moment my schedule is booked so I will give the dealer a few more days to find a transport.

My biggest concerns were if the tires would make the haul, which sounds like they will, and some of the conditions along the way (thanks for the feedback on I-10, seeing how that was going to be my primary route.) I did buy this car to track it a lot like my Z/28, but with cheaper consumables (CCR replacements and costly pads get old). Not too worried about depreciation though just the physical aspect of the drive. I am leaning more towards driving it though, and it will be a good feeler for how it will be doing OLOA in this year as well.

Keep the thoughts coming though, i definitely like hearing others thoughts on it.

Og Neon · 02-01-2019, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by swizlstik

You can rent a Penske pickup and trailer to haul it on. We rented one of their trailers when we moved from SC last year and pulled my 2018 ZL1 on it.

I thought about the trailer option, but if I am going to have to do the drive, I would rather do it in the car vs the Penske truck. I've done that once a previous move, and I now prefer to tow with my own Jeep.

Where in Surprise are you? I am in Waddell, right below you, if you see a white and black Z/28 running around that is me.

Og Neon · 02-01-2019, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Gbrownzl1

I just bought my zle from north Carolina Carolina had it shipped. I went open car cause it was taking ti long for enclosed. Car showed up perfect besides being dirty. I paid 1200

What company did you use?

SFV1LE · 02-01-2019, 04:27 PM

Dont use those tires on your drive, you're wasting them (save for track) and they're dangerous in winter temps and any rain. Remount with some PS4S and ship the 3Rs home.

Og Neon · 02-01-2019, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SFV1LE

Dont use those tires on your drive, you're wasting them (save for track) and they're dangerous in winter temps and any rain. Remount with some PS4S and ship the 3Rs home.

Do the 5th Gen z/28 wheels mount up without issues? I have PS4S mounted on them already.

Chris V · 02-01-2019, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Og Neon

Do the 5th Gen z/28 wheels mount up without issues? I have PS4S mounted on them already.

Yes. The only difference is the 5th gen wheels are 11.5 rear vs. the 12 of the ZL1 1LE. Fronts are identical specs.

Apexslayer · 02-01-2019, 04:53 PM

If no snow :-) or heavy rain forecast then drive...

detltu · 02-01-2019, 04:55 PM

I'll go pick it up from Atlanta and get it as far as Houston for you!

I would recommend getting XPel or some other clear bra put on before you start the drive. You could also buy track wrap if you want to do it yourself. The Blue painters tape works as well although trac wrap will look better.

unavailablezl1 · 02-01-2019, 05:02 PM

I would say drive it but there could be road rash when you get home. You could get a temporary wrap on the first part of the grill and hood. Whatever you do stay way back from people so the road debris has time to fall back to earth. It should be ok to drive. The most I have driven after a purchase was my 2012 M3 in Dallas and drove it back to Houston 300 miles. No problems.

Nrfd79 · 02-01-2019, 05:11 PM

I had mine shipped from N.C to Wi I can give you the guys number he did a amazing job... Highly recommend him.

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Originally Posted by Og Neon

Hello everyone...I just bought a 2018 ZLE and now I am trying to figure out how to get it home. I bought the car in GA but I live in Phoenix and the original plan was to have it shipped, but now I am having second thoughts about it. A specialty enclosed transport is about $2300, and regular transport is about $1100, and there is always the chance of damage. The dealer is trying to find a carrier that can support it but maybe I want to drive it now rather than waiting weeks for shipment.

Would you drive it the 2,000 miles? I am also entering the car in One Lap of America this year (my third time) so the long drive doesn't scare me, but not sure about doing it on the factory rubber. Thoughts?

BTW it only has 800 miles on it and I am coming from a Z/28.

BlueSteel07 · 02-01-2019, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Vtor_ZL1

Send it!

Car are meant to be driven. Order set of tires, get them shipped to dealer, swap out to some PS4S, ship 3R back to your house.

DONE - enjoy the ride as much as you can in ZLE.

This guy gets it. It's a car, not a piece of art. The only enjoyment you can get out of it is by driving it. If you're worried about racking up miles on it then you probably shouldn't buy it in the first place.

wnta1ss · 02-01-2019, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Og Neon

It would be I-10 or I-40 95% of the way depending on which route I took. The I-10 route I think will be more favorable with warmer climates. I-40 could get risky though.

I agree that I-40 would be risky at this time of year. Much of the trip would be at elevation, Albuquerque NM for example is 5000' and Flagstaff AZ was around 7000' if I recall correctly. I expect this car would be just terrible in the snow on those fat 3R tires. Basically the opposite of how great this car is going to be on a dry racetrack.

Realist · 02-01-2019, 07:33 PM

I would drive it back myself. But before doing that, I would find a reputable ppf shop and have the car protected at the dealer. Have road tires put on at the dealer and drive that badass home in about 4 weeks when temps go up. I luv road trips and the car would be broke in when ya get home. Congrats!!

02-01-2019, 04:22 PM	#30
Og Neon Lover of Speed Drives: 2018 ZLE Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Phoenix Posts: 274	Thanks for the feedback and input. Interesting split of advice. As of right now I haven't decided what I am going to do. At the moment my schedule is booked so I will give the dealer a few more days to find a transport. My biggest concerns were if the tires would make the haul, which sounds like they will, and some of the conditions along the way (thanks for the feedback on I-10, seeing how that was going to be my primary route.) I did buy this car to track it a lot like my Z/28, but with cheaper consumables (CCR replacements and costly pads get old). Not too worried about depreciation though just the physical aspect of the drive. I am leaning more towards driving it though, and it will be a good feeler for how it will be doing OLOA in this year as well. Keep the thoughts coming though, i definitely like hearing others thoughts on it. __________________ Killer Whale Racing 2021 One Lap of America Track Videos 2019 One Lap of America Track Videos 2017 One Lap of America Track Videos 2022 Ram TRX 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE 2020 Range Rover Sport SVR (Sold) 2014 Grand Cherokee SRT (Sold) 2014 Camaro Z/28 (Sold)

02-01-2019, 04:55 PM	#37
detltu Drives: 1992 Z28 1LE; 2015 Zl1 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Madisonville, LA Posts: 866 View My Garage	I'll go pick it up from Atlanta and get it as far as Houston for you! I would recommend getting XPel or some other clear bra put on before you start the drive. You could also buy track wrap if you want to do it yourself. The Blue painters tape works as well although trac wrap will look better. __________________ 1989 Camaro RS convertible- Sold 1999 Camaro SS - Stolen 2x 1991 Camaro Z28- 1991 Camaro Z28 1LE- 1992 Camaro Z28 1LE- 25th anniversary 2015 Camaro ZL1

02-01-2019, 05:02 PM	#38
unavailablezl1 Drives: 2019 Silverado Z71 6.2L A10 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Grapevine Posts: 2,075	I would say drive it but there could be road rash when you get home. You could get a temporary wrap on the first part of the grill and hood. Whatever you do stay way back from people so the road debris has time to fall back to earth. It should be ok to drive. The most I have driven after a purchase was my 2012 M3 in Dallas and drove it back to Houston 300 miles. No problems. __________________ Current ride 2019 Silverado Z71 LTZ 6.2L L87 425hp A10, 4 inch BDS Lift with Fox Factory Race 2.5 Coilovers, Borla Cat back (15HP bump), BFG KM3's 33's. Past Rides 2017 M6 Camaro ZL1 Hyper Blue 2016 M6 GT350 White with blue strips 2014 M6 Mustang GT Premium Track Pack Ruby Red 2012 M6 M3 Melbourne Red Metallic

02-01-2019, 03:37 PM	#29
Walkure Drives: '17 ZL1 A10 Vert Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SW Florida Posts: 375	If you are buying it as a garage-queen to bring to shows and keep all shiny-perfect, then ship it. If you are buying it to drive, then drive it. Especially if you plan on tracking it. Mine is not a 1LE, but I flew 1-way from DC to Atlanta, then drove it back 600 miles home. Aside from spending the next morning going over the front with some bug-remover, I came through unscathed. Road trips are fun. Do it!

02-01-2019, 04:27 PM	#33
SFV1LE Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: CA Posts: 1,365	Dont use those tires on your drive, you're wasting them (save for track) and they're dangerous in winter temps and any rain. Remount with some PS4S and ship the 3Rs home.

02-01-2019, 04:53 PM	#36
Apexslayer Drives: Zl1 1le Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Midwest Posts: 189	If no snow :-) or heavy rain forecast then drive...

02-01-2019, 07:33 PM	#42
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,163	I would drive it back myself. But before doing that, I would find a reputable ppf shop and have the car protected at the dealer. Have road tires put on at the dealer and drive that badass home in about 4 weeks when temps go up. I luv road trips and the car would be broke in when ya get home. Congrats!!

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