[mjk3888]

Originally Posted by shaffe

The base not that I am aware of, I think the 1LE could handle the base 350.

There is a time for GT350 TP at Chuckwalla 2:00.82, the Z/28 got around that track in 1:58.45, and the GT350R in 1:57.87 So if the 1LE is faster than the TP that puts it right on the heels of the Z/28

Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

I see. I think that's possible.

Yep. I think if the tires were swapped with some more comprable pilot sport cup tires. The Z/28 would be in trouble depending on the track. The HP would obviously be the Achilles heel on a longer track. I would argue that Carbon Fiber Wheels and Cup tires would put them all on alert! Those Carbon wheels make a huge difference. Just search the GT350R test where they compared it with its wheels and GT350 wheels. Difference was huge!

[shaffe]

Like I said I am not doubting that it can come close to the performance, just if it does that is one hell of an accomplishment!

[titanfan]

Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

Is there any documented times for the base GT350?...I imagine a lot of the speed out of the R version (which is the one that beat the Z/28) comes from the ridiculous tires...

Trofeo's on the z are a more ridiculous tire that the cup 2's on the Shelby R.

[Tran]

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[AbsolutHank]

Holy wheelgap!!

[Blackdevil77]

Nice pictures, thanks! We can finally see the seats! Love everything about the car. I just wish they had some leather wrapped things in the cabin, it looks cheap and plasticy compared to the 2SS. How much weight could a bit of leather have added?

[detltu]

Thanks Tran! Finally some pics of the seats.

Looks slightly less agressive than the 5th gen recaros.
Looks good though.

[LesBaer]

Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

Responses in blue:

Thanks for your response Mr. Wyndham. I'm so glad someone finally clarified that MRC wasn't Magnetic Rump Control.

Can you explain the difference between the MRC available as an option in the SS vs. 1LE?

My point with the CTS-V's Recaro seats was that those were developed in 2009 - not that you could simply stick them in a Gen6 1LE. The tech exists. Since this isn't a stripped out, track only car - I'm sure a lot of people would've liked to have cooled seats.

More importantly, what was the thought process behind not offering blind spot detection? This played a major role in my personal decision to order a new 2SS as it helps address the blind spot visibility issue.

Based on your response concerning the brakes, is the only difference from an SS with the 6 piston upgrade the rotor size?

[Bhobbs]

I'm surprised Camaro is forged into the V6 wheels but not the V8 wheels.

[shaffe]

Originally Posted by AbsolutHank

Holy wheelgap!!

I noticed that as well

but hot damn those wheels are sexy

[SS 1LE]

Wow, those Recaros are nice! Love the suede...the leather trim is just enough. Seems like the stitching is a lighter color...I like the metal Recaro trim piece too, nice touch.

I also noticed that besides the steering wheel and shift knob, the shift boot and armrest seem to be suede as well, very nice.

But, the shorter tires show how this car really could use lowering springs, that will be one of my first mods...

And, who the heck is detailing these cars for GM? Because they suck...I hope they aren't done lol.

[Cam 6]

Originally Posted by Indydriver

Mr. Wyndham: Thank you for your detailed answer to my questions and all the others. Very informative. I greatly appreciate your insights (and patience).

^^^^^