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Old 07-05-2017, 08:13 PM   #99
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I never owned a Z/28, I just took one on a slightly extended test drive. The ZL1 1LE feels different. I'll preface this by saying that I drove 8 hours home with my ZL1 1LE so it wasn't the best introduction. On the way I came to really despise when the highway was concrete vs blacktop. I also loathed the seam between highway and bridges.

But I didn't buy it for 8 hour road trips. I bought it for the track and that can't come soon enough. There, in it's proper element, this car is going to be amazing. It's weaponized. Grip and power for days.

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So...for those interested...I just took a 100 mi. jaunt around some rural roads last night to put some miles on it.

And for the most part - my opinion on the ride quality hasn't changed - it's stiff as a Z/28, or stiffer even. I rolled across a 1 mi. section of some kind of patchy, rough stuff...and got beat up a little bit inside...I'm leaning more towards the "stiffer than a Z/28" side of the coin, now.

Not that it's a bad thing!! LOVE IT!
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Ehhh....don't count on it, too much. The 19's already offer a bit more sidewall (albeit stiff sidewall) than the standard ZL1s and SS 1LEs....the stiffness is all in the suspension and spring rates.

That said...I've been thinking about street tires for a while leading up to this...simply because of the rain and wear.....I have settled on the opinion of, if you're going to buy this car, and then put street tires on it...shame on you.

If it's a serious consideration? Buy a regular ZL1. Enjoy a thoroughly comfortable ride when you want it, and hit sport mode when you want to go race.
First of all, two great cars and it's great to start seeing your first (and second and third) impressions. For me, the ZL1 was the right decision. As I stated in another thread, I'm curious how the ZL1 and ZL1 1LE would compare if they were both on the exact same rubber. As you ride along, ponder that and give me your thoughts. I've been doing more track time and wondering if switching out the wheels/tires would be a better first step or brakes. I'm leaning toward the latter as I'm not yet pushing the envelope of the ZL1 tires. I might be getting close on the brakes with a few more track days.
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Old 07-05-2017, 08:48 PM   #100
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Thanks Jordan! High praise coming from a hotshoe like you!

I hope to do the car justice. I'll use it at Optima events, and One Lap and the Texas Mile. Probably take it to the grocery store too. Lol.

Good luck at PPIR this weekend!

P.S.- Chevy, please ship our cars!
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Old 07-05-2017, 09:08 PM   #101
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Doug,

This John L, not Jordan, but your right he is a hotshoe!
Lol! Sorry! Thats what I get for trying to read things on my phone. I fixed it and thank you for the compliment!
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Old 07-05-2017, 11:53 PM   #102
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First of all, two great cars and it's great to start seeing your first (and second and third) impressions. For me, the ZL1 was the right decision. As I stated in another thread, I'm curious how the ZL1 and ZL1 1LE would compare if they were both on the exact same rubber. As you ride along, ponder that and give me your thoughts. I've been doing more track time and wondering if switching out the wheels/tires would be a better first step or brakes. I'm leaning toward the latter as I'm not yet pushing the envelope of the ZL1 tires. I might be getting close on the brakes with a few more track days.
For whatever it's worth - figure that the engineers who built this monster didn't touch a thing about the ZL1's brakes except to paint them red.....
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Old 07-06-2017, 06:55 AM   #103
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For whatever it's worth - figure that the engineers who built this monster didn't touch a thing about the ZL1's brakes except to paint them red.....
Well that's good to know. One less variable. So wonder about the tires...
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Old 07-11-2017, 03:58 PM   #104
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Well that's good to know. One less variable. So wonder about the tires...
They grip for DAYS...
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Old 07-12-2017, 11:01 AM   #105
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They grip for DAYS...

Sorry if you've been asked / posted before, but any experience with the tires in the wet.
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Old 07-12-2017, 04:46 PM   #106
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Sorry if you've been asked / posted before, but any experience with the tires in the wet.
This car does NOT like roads with water standing on them. They appear to hydroplane VERY easily.
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Old 07-12-2017, 05:13 PM   #107
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Sorry if you've been asked / posted before, but any experience with the tires in the wet.
Got caught in a bad t-storm in Kansas City MO. Had to pull over. It was a must. Felt like a speedboat on water.
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Old 07-16-2017, 06:16 PM   #108
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According to Onstar, it's finally on the move from the plant. Looks like its going via truck to Texas since it is on the interstate in Missouri right now.
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Old 07-16-2017, 09:48 PM   #109
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According to Onstar, it's finally on the move from the plant. Looks like its going via truck to Texas since it is on the interstate in Missouri right now.
Oh wow. Maybe mine is on the way to Texas as well. I haven't activated onstar. I'll have to check Monday!

On Edit: Mine is in Texas! WOOT!

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Old 07-17-2017, 01:51 PM   #110
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Anyone getting one around the Sebring area? I want to see one at a track day making all of the BMW guys realize that they, in fact, do not own the ultimate driving machine.
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Old 07-17-2017, 02:06 PM   #111
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Anyone getting one around the Sebring area? I want to see one at a track day making all of the BMW guys realize that they, in fact, do not own the ultimate driving machine.
You rang?

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Old 07-17-2017, 06:43 PM   #112
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...making all of the BMW guys realize that they, in fact, do not own the ultimate driving machine.
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