If you had to choose between ZL1 or C8 ... Which one would you go for? - Page 3

Pupilbone · 03-01-2021, 10:37 PM

I would take a Crush ZL1, manual please.

Sorange · 03-01-2021, 10:54 PM

I'm a corvette guy. I've owned 5 of them in the last 17 years. My ZLE purchase was the first time breaking away from the brand. I would rather have my ZLE when choosing between that and a C8. I don't care much for the styling of the base model C8 stingrays. The ZLE's look so much more aggressive, and I think the are a better performer all around as well. Now when the ZR1 or Grand Sport or whatever they are gonna call them come out, that may change. If they add some of the cool looking aero and higher performance from the C8.R that could be the icing on the cake!

396ssrat · 03-01-2021, 11:33 PM

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The C8 is nice but pretty basic (for a Vette). For me when the higher performance models came out it’ll be a base model Vette.

Right before release i was deciding if I wanted to upgrade to a Vette or spend the extra money on something else.

When released I was a little disappointed. As stated above wheels suck but that’s an easy fix. The cladding looks cheap. That huge vent on the side looks outta place (purposeful I know). Headlights could be a-lot better.

Once newness wears off I think i’d prefer a C7. Not trying to hate wanted to love it and was set to do it till i seen it. Id go used Z06 over both.

As for me I ended up with an 18SS and a 71 Cevelle over both C8 and C7 Z06.

Made me happy and thats most important.

Would the best Camaro out or a basic C8 make you happier?

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Nice Chevelle.

soloknight6 · 03-01-2021, 11:53 PM

Id go for a Zl1 with a stick. More fun IMO, flappy paddles are boring. Plus, would you really buy a C8 with the 30-40k mark-up?

Chevelle vs Camaro · 03-02-2021, 01:05 AM

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That’s a beautiful Chevelle.

That Tesla in the background is jealous. I can tell. It just looks all frumpy, like Musk with a pouty face.

& in front of a Starbucks! Classic!

Yeah i live in WA and almost a guarantee theirs a Tesla parked or in the drive through

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Chevelle vs Camaro · 03-02-2021, 01:12 AM

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Nice Chevelle.

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Yep I agree with you gtfoxy! That’s a good looking ‘71 Chevelle.

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Originally Posted by gtfoxy

That’s a beautiful Chevelle.

That Tesla in the background is jealous. I can tell. It just looks all frumpy, like Musk with a pouty face.

& in front of a Starbucks! Classic!

Thanks.... yeah lucky for me theirs not a C8 around i could test drive. I feel as though in 10 yrs my Chevelle will still be worth what i got into it. The C8.... not so much.

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Red Chief · 03-02-2021, 01:55 AM

Saw my first C8 on the street a few weeks ago. Thought it was the a Lambo at first till I had time to recognize the details. It's definitely much more of a status symbol than any Camaro will ever be.

Of course the guy driving it looked older than Joe Biden.

jamala00 · 03-02-2021, 06:04 AM

I'd take the C8 all day. I'm waiting for the used C8 market to reach a price point I'm comfortable jumping in. As soon as it is, my Camaro is gone and I'm in a C8.

CHASLT1 · 03-02-2021, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jamala00

I'd take the C8 all day. I'm waiting for the used C8 market to reach a price point I'm comfortable jumping in. As soon as it is, my Camaro is gone and I'm in a C8.

Same here unless gas is over $6 a gal when that time comes.

ukester · 03-02-2021, 07:13 AM

since there are really no discounts on either C8 Z06

FarmerFran · 03-02-2021, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Thill444

I don’t really think ZL1 and Corvette are totally different price points, if your comparing new MSRP to new MSRP.

But the Camaro is...

ckt227 · 03-02-2021, 08:09 AM

I have owned the C6, C7 (Still have), 2SS 1LE, and a ZL1 (Which was awesome). i also just ordered a new 2SS 1LE. Even though it is all but impossible to get, give me the C8

Realist · 03-02-2021, 08:11 AM

No matter what, it would turn out to be the ZL1 for me. Manual and I prefer the pony/muscle car looks over mid-engine exotics. If it’s my money I’m going straight to the ZL1, they are considerably cheaper right now by far. I’m seeing Vettes near or over $100k right now. So if I won or was given the choice of the 2 for free, I’m gonna go with the C8 and turn it around for a ZL1 and bank the difference.

I actually saw a C8 up close for the first time last week. I have always said I’m impressed with the performance. Look wise it doesn’t do much for me although the engine inside mid-car is damn cool. I actually prefer the c7 Z06 looks over the C8, maybe the z06 C8 looks will flip flop my thought on this.

detamble13 · 03-02-2021, 08:25 AM

I need a back seat and prefer a manual so Camaro for me.
I've always liked Corvettes though and might own one some day.

03-01-2021, 10:37 PM	#29
Pupilbone Drives: 2019 Crush ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Grimsby, Ontario Posts: 708 View My Garage	I would take a Crush ZL1, manual please. __________________ #SaveTheManuals

03-01-2021, 11:53 PM	#32
soloknight6 SoCal HT5! SD Drives: 2016 red hot 2ss M6 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: San Diego CA, Posts: 1,929	Id go for a Zl1 with a stick. More fun IMO, flappy paddles are boring. Plus, would you really buy a C8 with the 30-40k mark-up? __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...37#post5437037 By my deeds, I honor him. V8!!!

03-01-2021, 10:54 PM	#30
Sorange Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: May 2020 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 110	I'm a corvette guy. I've owned 5 of them in the last 17 years. My ZLE purchase was the first time breaking away from the brand. I would rather have my ZLE when choosing between that and a C8. I don't care much for the styling of the base model C8 stingrays. The ZLE's look so much more aggressive, and I think the are a better performer all around as well. Now when the ZR1 or Grand Sport or whatever they are gonna call them come out, that may change. If they add some of the cool looking aero and higher performance from the C8.R that could be the icing on the cake!

03-02-2021, 01:55 AM	#35
Red Chief Drives: 2020 LT1 Black Join Date: May 2013 Location: MO Posts: 562	Saw my first C8 on the street a few weeks ago. Thought it was the a Lambo at first till I had time to recognize the details. It's definitely much more of a status symbol than any Camaro will ever be. Of course the guy driving it looked older than Joe Biden.

03-02-2021, 06:04 AM	#36
jamala00 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic Join Date: May 2020 Location: WI Posts: 2,451	I'd take the C8 all day. I'm waiting for the used C8 market to reach a price point I'm comfortable jumping in. As soon as it is, my Camaro is gone and I'm in a C8.

03-02-2021, 07:13 AM	#38
ukester Drives: 2016 z06 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 88	since there are really no discounts on either C8 Z06

03-02-2021, 08:09 AM	#40
ckt227 Drives: CHEVROLET CORVETTE Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: SWFL Posts: 513	I have owned the C6, C7 (Still have), 2SS 1LE, and a ZL1 (Which was awesome). i also just ordered a new 2SS 1LE. Even though it is all but impossible to get, give me the C8

03-02-2021, 08:11 AM	#41
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,138	No matter what, it would turn out to be the ZL1 for me. Manual and I prefer the pony/muscle car looks over mid-engine exotics. If it’s my money I’m going straight to the ZL1, they are considerably cheaper right now by far. I’m seeing Vettes near or over $100k right now. So if I won or was given the choice of the 2 for free, I’m gonna go with the C8 and turn it around for a ZL1 and bank the difference. I actually saw a C8 up close for the first time last week. I have always said I’m impressed with the performance. Look wise it doesn’t do much for me although the engine inside mid-car is damn cool. I actually prefer the c7 Z06 looks over the C8, maybe the z06 C8 looks will flip flop my thought on this.

03-02-2021, 08:25 AM	#42
detamble13 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 VR Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chatham, ON Posts: 661	I need a back seat and prefer a manual so Camaro for me. I've always liked Corvettes though and might own one some day.

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