[PackManDan]

Originally Posted by sv340

I am ordering a 2019 ZLE, order is placed and picked up by GM, so I am kinda stuck but the car I ordered MSRPed at 76,900. The Invoice price is 73,500. I am not sure how a 2019 can be 60K even if they give it to me at Invoice which they will. However even if they gave me all the hold back I still would be lucky to hit 70K. There is like $500 on the hood of a 2019. I am really curious where the these prices are coming from.

I'm not finding the ones I saw for 59 anymore, however, I did a quick search on CarGurus right now and there are about 6 2019 ZL1 1LEs, 0 miles, for sale in Virginia and every single one of them is listed at $63k with an MSRP at about $74k

[sv340]

Originally Posted by PackManDan

I'm not finding the ones I saw for 59 anymore, however, I did a quick search on CarGurus right now and there are about 6 2019 ZL1 1LEs, 0 miles, for sale in Virginia and every single one of them is listed at $63k with an MSRP at about $74k

I appreciate the heads up. I did a nationwide search and I printed a couple of them off. I will ask the dealer about them. Of course all the ZLEs were 6 speeds, but many could be had for 63-65K with MSRPs in the low 70's with about 10-12K off each one. There are no serious rebates on the car, yet these are thousands back of invoice. Interesting. PS there are a lot of 2018 ZL1's that need a home across the US.

[VAZL1]

Originally Posted by DANACO

Lol...quote of the day !!

“10. Douchebagginess. The ZL1 has zero stigma. No old people in the quintessential Corvette uniform of monogrammed Corvette jackets, jean shorts, white New Balance sneakers, etc. No bro's in Affliction jeans/v-neck shirts with chains and rings and big white Oakleys on. No older women with a metallic red automatic and tan interior and tan convertible top. At various race events, shows, meets, Cars & Coffee, etc I have yet to find an actual stereotype that's applicable to this car...and I love that!”

+1 love that quote, spot on

[GrabTheWheel]

Only regret is wanting the latest and greatest and not holding out a bit to get a better deal. I bought my A10 18' ZL1 in October 2017 for 65K and it had just shy of a 70K sticker price. At the the time I thought I got a good deal and maybe I did, my local Ford dealer was still asking 5K over sticker for non R GT350's.

Hopefully I don't succumb to the same urge when the GT500 is finally released. This generation ZL1 is so damn good it's hard to believe Chevy will be able to improve upon it without going dual clutch and shedding a bunch of weight. I might be the only one on this forum who doesn't think the ZL1 needs more power.

[kttxz06]

Originally Posted by PackManDan

Maybe "regret" is a strong word, but has anyone purchased a ZL1 and for whatever reason just not fell in love with it and either sold it or considering selling it?

I'm trying not to turn this into a "tell me what to buy" thread because I personally hate those, because no one can tell you what to buy but you, however, I do want to give a little bit of my story:

I owned a 2007 Z06 with headers/exhaust/tune making 517rwhp in a 3,180 pound car. Lots of fun! Loved that car. Sold it to buy a 2010 ZR1. 638hp in a 3,350 pound car. Great fun.

Long story short I'm Corvette-less now and all I have is my daily driver Honda Accord. I "need" to get another car...the itch is there and very strong.

The most I want to spend is mid 50k. I have four options:

10-13 ZR1 which will be stretching it for sure and probably be 60k

10-13 Z06 which I can probably get for low 40s, saving me some money

17-18 Grand Sport Corvette. Mid to upper 50's

17-18 ZL1 Camaro. Low to mid 50's.

I know what to expect from the C6 Z06 and C6 ZR1 because I've owned both. They are both rockets, and I really like the exterior look, just not the interior. Never owned a C7 vette, although I've heard nothing but good things about the Grand Sport. I think I'd enjoy it a lot.

Never owned a Camaro at all. The ZL1 looks aggressive and awesome to me. Interior looks pretty damn good too. 650hp LT4 is great.

So I guess I'm just looking for the good the bad and the ugly from people who actually own or have owned a ZL1. Give me all the details. Is there anything you would change? Anything you regret?

By the way....First Post!!! Sorry for the novel.

No regrets on my end. Prob one of the funnest cars I've ever owned. Great modding platform too. Car is a beast under crazy boost. Buy one now with these massive discounts for March. I see people getting them for low to mid $50k. I'd be all over it.

[LT4Greg]

I just got a 2017 Z that had 422 miles on it yesterday for about $53,000. I traded my ‘16 2SS in and a good down payment and no I don’t regret getting mine. It was a one owner Z and everything was with the car when I got it. It was at the Chevy dealer in Greer SC near Greenville and I live 100 miles southwest of Atlanta. It was a very fun drive coming back home yesterday evening especially since it has a 6 speed! So my advice is if you can find a good used Z to buy then you can save some money on the cost of a new one. I saved around $14,000 over buying new and the car is considered new/used condition with just so few miles. I really got a good deal and am very satisfied with it.

[Fraxum]

Originally Posted by PackManDan

Maybe "regret" is a strong word, but has anyone purchased a ZL1 and for whatever reason just not fell in love with it and either sold it or considering selling it?

I'm trying not to turn this into a "tell me what to buy" thread because I personally hate those, because no one can tell you what to buy but you, however, I do want to give a little bit of my story:

I owned a 2007 Z06 with headers/exhaust/tune making 517rwhp in a 3,180 pound car. Lots of fun! Loved that car. Sold it to buy a 2010 ZR1. 638hp in a 3,350 pound car. Great fun.

Long story short I'm Corvette-less now and all I have is my daily driver Honda Accord. I "need" to get another car...the itch is there and very strong.

The most I want to spend is mid 50k. I have four options:

10-13 ZR1 which will be stretching it for sure and probably be 60k

10-13 Z06 which I can probably get for low 40s, saving me some money

17-18 Grand Sport Corvette. Mid to upper 50's

17-18 ZL1 Camaro. Low to mid 50's.

I know what to expect from the C6 Z06 and C6 ZR1 because I've owned both. They are both rockets, and I really like the exterior look, just not the interior. Never owned a C7 vette, although I've heard nothing but good things about the Grand Sport. I think I'd enjoy it a lot.

Never owned a Camaro at all. The ZL1 looks aggressive and awesome to me. Interior looks pretty damn good too. 650hp LT4 is great.

So I guess I'm just looking for the good the bad and the ugly from people who actually own or have owned a ZL1. Give me all the details. Is there anything you would change? Anything you regret?

By the way....First Post!!! Sorry for the novel.

IMO there is not much difference between a ZL1 and a Z06. Sure the Z06 is faster but you can only tell the difference on a track. They are both silly and unusable on the street. But still fun. My ZL1 wish list:

1. Better visibility.
2. A usable back seat. The ZL1 is a 2+0.
3. Make it look as good looking as the new GT500. I sure won't sell my ZL1 to get one, but if I was buying a ZL1 right now I would wait to drive the GT500 first. But i guess that would not be in your budget.

[2SSRS@Gen5diy]

Every day, till i drive it then we are all good.

[Cooter42]

I'm very satisfied w my '18 ZL1 1LE, but if I had purchased it as a daily driver rather than my track toy I'd probably have some regret. The ride/tire combo are a bit tough for me on normal streets and Oregon weather.

Jordan at Garage Therapy in NC is caging and harnessing mine right now though so life is good!!

[NewfieZ]

Anyone here ever own a 03/04 cobra? I picked one up 3 years ago, it makes ~525whp and I honestly love it as a daily during the summer, but I'm planning on selling my cobra to fund the new Z I ordered.
I am questioning my decision from time to time, can anyone relate to my situation?

[Rapidfire]

Originally Posted by NewfieZ

Anyone here ever own a 03/04 cobra? I picked one up 3 years ago, it makes ~525whp and I honestly love it as a daily during the summer, but I'm planning on selling my cobra to fund the new Z I ordered.
I am questioning my decision from time to time, can anyone relate to my situation?

I had a 94 cobra.. sn 95.. I sold it , bought a 2018 zl1 m6.. got tired of the bog..
But as I've stated in other posts.. I wanted something for 1/4 mile and a six speed manual won't cut it.. plus it has 4 seats.. I didn't want the extra weight.. I sold it and bought a A8 c7.. I realized that the corvette was the car for me.. I never have been a Vette guy but the c7is by far the most impressing one. But as most or all if not all have stated it's what you are doing with your car... 0-60 time says it all if you are looking for speed out of the two

[protovack]

If I was in your situation, I would need a manual, and I wouldn't be interested in older vehicles. So, that would be either a manual C7 grand sport or manual gen 6 ZL1.
I would go with the ZL1, if you must buy right now.
But if you are more of the Corvette persuasion, I wouldn't buy a C7 until I see the C8, personally.
I can envision the OP having serious C8 envy.
Could you hold yourself back until C8 comes out?

[Can'tHave2MuchHP]

Originally Posted by protovack

If I was in your situation, I would need a manual, and I wouldn't be interested in older vehicles. So, that would be either a manual C7 grand sport or manual gen 6 ZL1.
I would go with the ZL1, if you must buy right now.
But if you are more of the Corvette persuasion, I wouldn't buy a C7 until I see the C8, personally.
I can envision the OP having serious C8 envy.
Could you hold yourself back until C8 comes out?

With $60,000, you're not getting a C8.

[NewfieZ]

Originally Posted by Rapidfire

I had a 94 cobra.. sn 95.. I sold it , bought a 2018 zl1 m6.. got tired of the bog..
But as I've stated in other posts.. I wanted something for 1/4 mile and a six speed manual won't cut it.. plus it has 4 seats.. I didn't want the extra weight.. I sold it and bought a A8 c7.. I realized that the corvette was the car for me.. I never have been a Vette guy but the c7is by far the most impressing one. But as most or all if not all have stated it's what you are doing with your car... 0-60 time says it all if you are looking for speed out of the two

I have my 2000 SS for drag racing, I just want comfortable FAST daily, lol. Something that can put a smile on my face. I haven't driven a new Z yet, so I'm worried the weight could take some of the fun out off the car.