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arpad_m · 09-02-2021, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Mac7504

I will also add the learning curve will be interesting. While I'm not new to motorsports, this will certainly be the highest hp car I would own thus far. I own a 300whp Monte Carlo but the power is coming out of the wrong end. I've also booked track time in a 2019 488 GTB more than a hand full of times but it's not the same as calling it your own.

You'll be ecstatic, the ZL1 is an amazing car. Worth the wait.

Mac7504 · 09-02-2021, 12:05 PM

Just got a call from the dealer for an update, 3800 status!

Shouldn't be long now.

Chutzpah · 09-02-2021, 01:45 PM

You’re going to love it…hopefully you’ll be getting some seat time soon.

JMCB1001 · 09-02-2021, 10:39 PM

Just do some mods/tune to the ZL1 and it'll beat anything GM does to add +18 hp.

LT4Greg · 09-02-2021, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mac7504

I will also add the learning curve will be interesting. While I'm not new to motorsports, this will certainly be the highest hp car I would own thus far. I own a 300whp Monte Carlo but the power is coming out of the wrong end. I've also booked track time in a 2019 488 GTB more than a hand full of times but it's not the same as calling it your own.

You will get adjusted to the hp rather quickly and eventually want more. This is my first car with 650 hp too and didn’t take long to figure out the nature of the ZL1 beast.👍

ZED SLED · 09-03-2021, 07:18 AM

ok, I'll start some crap since no one else has.

Cold air intake adds 25 whp for about $500.

Seriously, maybe they do. Maybe they don't. Even if they do you won't feel it. But they look cool and make it sound better.

avalonandl · 09-03-2021, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Mac7504

First off, I want to thank everyone for their replies; much appreciated. After reading the posts, I started to realize what I want and to disregard the "what ifs". So I'm just going to stay the course for now. I tend to over-think things and reading the responses sort of offered a sense of clarity.
At the end of the day, I'm not looking for mind blowing numbers, hell, I'd be happy with true 650 to the wheel.

I've been tracking 2 wheels (Yamaha R6's) for many years but I've decided it's time to transition out of it and get back to a cage. I'll miss it but 4 wheels have always been my first love and it's been calling me back.

I will certainly report back on the order and hopefully I can secure the unit soon.

Mac- you will drive yourself crazy with the "what-ifs" ....

Having said that the ZL1 is a very complete performance car- You really don't need any "options"

The way it handles is incredible.

The Blackheart · 09-05-2021, 09:03 AM

Welcome!!!

SteveV · 09-05-2021, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

ok, I'll start some crap since no one else has.

Cold air intake adds 25 whp for about $500.

Seriously, maybe they do. Maybe they don't. Even if they do you won't feel it. But they look cool and make it sound better.

A few years back, a forum contributor did some CAI testing on a 2017 ZL1 and found that NONE of the CAI hp/torque claims were true if you ONLY install a CAI. Other mods were necessary to realize the potential of a CAI.

MOEZ18ZL1 · 09-05-2021, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by LT4Greg

You will get adjusted to the hp rather quickly and eventually want more. This is my first car with 650 hp too and didn’t take long to figure out the nature of the ZL1 beast.��

This right here is so true, its amazing how quickly you get adjusted to the power and instantly feind for more. but congrats on your order and cant wait to see pics.

Mac7504 · 09-08-2021, 01:00 AM

Thanks again for the repies everyone! The "vip" contact for the dealer left me a message over the weekend, stating the car would be delivered by the end of the month. I certainly can't wait!

The first mod I'm shooting for is cutting weight off the car, particularly from the front end, the driver...��

Next would be a set of HRE FF10 Wheels.

Ok, ok, I'm getting ahead of myself but the anticipation is killing me.

R8der11 · 09-08-2021, 09:25 AM

New to the forum as well. This whole 2022 ZL1 order process is killing me here in California. Sold my Hellcat about a month ago hoping to get a ZL1 order in but not the case. My local dealer has no allocations and week after week the same news, waiting on GM. What dealer did you place you order with? I'm in Inland Empire area.
Thanks!

Mac7504 · 09-08-2021, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by R8der11

New to the forum as well. This whole 2022 ZL1 order process is killing me here in California. Sold my Hellcat about a month ago hoping to get a ZL1 order in but not the case. My local dealer has no allocations and week after week the same news, waiting on GM. What dealer did you place you order with? I'm in Inland Empire area.
Thanks!

Replied to your pm

Zone5 · 09-12-2021, 12:05 PM

I just picked up a new one from Texas (ZL1-A10) that was in the color I wanted and had the options I wanted, which were very few. If you're going to cage it, then obviously you're going to race it. Mine is not a 1LE, but I can tell you that I love the mag suspension. I raced Corvettes in SCCA for 15 years (STO class) and I honestly believe that my new ZL1 would be a better track car, performance wise, than my STO Corvette ever was.

I've settled into running my car in Track steering and all else in Sport. The car is super nimble, rock solid yet very precise in the corners, has great brakes, and plenty of power exiting the corner and on the straights. You stand on the gas and it just bites. I love how sensitive and responsive the throttle is, and how easily it puts the power down. I really love the car!!!

I wouldn't worry about 18 horsepower. Every engine is different. As you probably know, some of the exact same engines will make a few more horsepower than others with the same rating. That alone could account for an 18 horsepower difference. 18 horsepower wouldn't even be a tenth of a second per lap anyway. The car is fast, and more importantly, very easy to drive. You'll love it.

09-02-2021, 10:39 PM	#18
JMCB1001 Drives: 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: May 2019 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 25	Just do some mods/tune to the ZL1 and it'll beat anything GM does to add +18 hp. __________________

09-03-2021, 07:18 AM	#20
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,474 View My Garage	ok, I'll start some crap since no one else has. Cold air intake adds 25 whp for about $500. Seriously, maybe they do. Maybe they don't. Even if they do you won't feel it. But they look cool and make it sound better. __________________

09-02-2021, 12:05 PM	#16
Mac7504 Drives: 2003 Monte Carlo SS SLP, 2022 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 480	Just got a call from the dealer for an update, 3800 status! Shouldn't be long now.

09-02-2021, 01:45 PM	#17
Chutzpah Drives: Wild Cherry LT1 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,924	You’re going to love it…hopefully you’ll be getting some seat time soon.

09-05-2021, 09:03 AM	#22
The Blackheart Drives: 2019 SS/1LE Riverside Blue, Z/28s Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Denver Posts: 97	Welcome!!!

09-08-2021, 01:00 AM	#25
Mac7504 Drives: 2003 Monte Carlo SS SLP, 2022 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 480	Thanks again for the repies everyone! The "vip" contact for the dealer left me a message over the weekend, stating the car would be delivered by the end of the month. I certainly can't wait! The first mod I'm shooting for is cutting weight off the car, particularly from the front end, the driver...�� Next would be a set of HRE FF10 Wheels. Ok, ok, I'm getting ahead of myself but the anticipation is killing me.

09-08-2021, 09:25 AM	#26
R8der11 Drives: 2021 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: CA Posts: 12	New to the forum as well. This whole 2022 ZL1 order process is killing me here in California. Sold my Hellcat about a month ago hoping to get a ZL1 order in but not the case. My local dealer has no allocations and week after week the same news, waiting on GM. What dealer did you place you order with? I'm in Inland Empire area. Thanks!

09-12-2021, 12:05 PM	#28
Zone5 Drives: Camaro ZL1, Dodge TRX Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Ozarks Posts: 60	I just picked up a new one from Texas (ZL1-A10) that was in the color I wanted and had the options I wanted, which were very few. If you're going to cage it, then obviously you're going to race it. Mine is not a 1LE, but I can tell you that I love the mag suspension. I raced Corvettes in SCCA for 15 years (STO class) and I honestly believe that my new ZL1 would be a better track car, performance wise, than my STO Corvette ever was. I've settled into running my car in Track steering and all else in Sport. The car is super nimble, rock solid yet very precise in the corners, has great brakes, and plenty of power exiting the corner and on the straights. You stand on the gas and it just bites. I love how sensitive and responsive the throttle is, and how easily it puts the power down. I really love the car!!! I wouldn't worry about 18 horsepower. Every engine is different. As you probably know, some of the exact same engines will make a few more horsepower than others with the same rating. That alone could account for an 18 horsepower difference. 18 horsepower wouldn't even be a tenth of a second per lap anyway. The car is fast, and more importantly, very easy to drive. You'll love it.

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