[Invertalon]

Touch choice... But probably a ZL1.

[Need4Camaro]

Originally Posted by Chevelle vs Camaro

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


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I knew that was WA. I used to live in Seattle. The evergreen state is beautiful indeed. Miss it there but its just become too crazy for my tastes. Tesla's are plentiful in WA because how cheap energy is there since Seattle is powered almost entirely by hydroelectric energy.

[WhiteMale]

I looked at a C8 because the base + Z51 was virtually the same ZL1 price but availability was key, the dealer I called stated he had aver 150+ on order for customers. Ive never ever been a Corvette guy but I considered it for a fleeting minute.

[closs2sx]

c8 z06 or zr1 with a manual trans if not zl1 1le with a manual trans

[shaffe]

C8 no question.

I don't care if the camaro is faster in every single metric, to me Corvette > Camaro

[c4racer]

Well - I think it depends. I've been wrestling with this lately and considering either swapping my SS convert or my M5 for a C6/7 GS/Z06/Z51 and I haven't closed on a decision in my mind. The C8 is a no for me at this point - its a $60-70K car selling for $85K so that alone is a non starter. And I prefer a manual as well. If I could go pick up a base model C8 for $60K right now and then also keep the SS - I just might do it, I would at least consider it - but not for $80K, no chance.

The Camaro is more functional for me for road trips and even for part time daily use. The wife likes sitting in one a lot better than a C5/6 - we haven't tried a C7, but I assume it's essentially the same idea - her problem is the seating position is so low in the chassis the outward visibility is terrible and the body positioning is uncomfortable for long drives, and then the super low car with super long doors make it a real hassle getting in and out of them. She loves the look of a Corvette - but really enjoys the SS a ton more as a useful trip car - even for day trips.

So that's where I am with it. I would go ZL1 or even SS1LE over a base C8 personally.

[Zaqwert6]

Done it. C8

[Big Lebowski]

Originally Posted by c4racer

The Camaro is more functional for me for road trips and even for part time daily use. The wife likes sitting in one a lot better than a C5/6 - we haven't tried a C7, but I assume it's essentially the same idea - her problem is the seating position is so low in the chassis the outward visibility is terrible and the body positioning is uncomfortable for long drives, and then the super low car with super long doors make it a real hassle getting in and out of them. She loves the look of a Corvette - but really enjoys the SS a ton more as a useful trip car - even for day trips.

So that's where I am with it. I would go ZL1 or even SS1LE over a base C8 personally.

Is it the same idea? Well, yeah. But the C7 is/was light years ahead of the C6. The seats are more considerable more comfortable, the interior is nicer and the tech is...well, one generation better. C5 to C6 was marginal improvement (mostly exterior styling). The C6 to C7 was a sizable jump...the C7 to C8 is an un-jumpable Evil Knievel Grand Canyon.

[c4racer]

Originally Posted by Big Lebowski

Is it the same idea? Well, yeah. But the C7 is/was light years ahead of the C6. The seats are more considerable more comfortable, the interior is nicer and the tech is...well, one generation better. C5 to C6 was marginal improvement (mostly exterior styling). The C6 to C7 was a sizable jump...the C7 to C8 is an un-jumpable Evil Knievel Grand Canyon.

Agreed - but I think it's still going to be a low seating position similar to a C5/6.
But that is probably worth looking into. Maybe I should rent one for a weekend - seems Hertz probably has some.

[19 2SS]

I'd pick the zl1, until the z06 is released anyway

[Big Lebowski]

Originally Posted by c4racer

Agreed - but I think it's still going to be a low seating position similar to a C5/6.
But that is probably worth looking into. Maybe I should rent one for a weekend - seems Hertz probably has some.

Yes, and that is part of the reason I’m back and loving my Camaro. I had spinal fusion surgery last September (6 months ago tomorrow!) and the C7 sits a tad lower, and encouraged me to slouch down a little more which put pressure on my lower back. Nothing against the C7, I loved it, but I’m 6’4” - 260lbs and the Camaro sits more upright which is more comfortable.

[MR's 2SS]

Originally Posted by Big Lebowski

Yes, and that is part of the reason I’m back and loving my Camaro. I had spinal fusion surgery last September (6 months ago tomorrow!) and the C7 sits a tad lower, and encouraged me to slouch down a little more which put pressure on my lower back. Nothing against the C7, I loved it, but I’m 6’4” - 260lbs and the Camaro sits more upright which is more comfortable.

Funny you mention that. Ive found the Recaros dont recline enough for me to get my 65 year old back in a good long term position. Im ok around town or for 20 minutes but when I took it on the highway for 40 miles each way my back was killing me. I just need another few degrees of recline. I also find the side bolsters restrict my arms a bit. But its the wifes car and shes 100% comfy so Im good.
Back to the Vette... for us the Camaro is a daily driver. I think theres a lot of guys DDing ZL1s. But few Vettes are daily driven. There out there but few.
All my Vetts were daily driven but back in the 70's. They were loads of fun but not good every day cars. Electrical issues... vacuum operated light doors and windshield wiper doors...I had a 69 427 vert... It was 50/50 if I would come home on a flatbed... I know a lot has changed but for a driver Im still in the Camaro.

[Chevelle vs Camaro]

Originally Posted by Need4Camaro

I knew that was WA. I used to live in Seattle. The evergreen state is beautiful indeed. Miss it there but its just become too crazy for my tastes. Tesla's are plentiful in WA because how cheap energy is there since Seattle is powered almost entirely by hydroelectric energy.

Where’d you move to?


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[CHASLT1]

Originally Posted by MR's 2SS

Funny you mention that. Ive found the Recaros dont recline enough for me to get my 65 year old back in a good long term position. Im ok around town or for 20 minutes but when I took it on the highway for 40 miles each way my back was killing me. I just need another few degrees of recline. I also find the side bolsters restrict my arms a bit. But its the wifes car and shes 100% comfy so Im good.
Back to the Vette... for us the Camaro is a daily driver. I think theres a lot of guys DDing ZL1s. But few Vettes are daily driven. There out there but few.
All my Vetts were daily driven but back in the 70's. They were loads of fun but not good every day cars. Electrical issues... vacuum operated light doors and windshield wiper doors...I had a 69 427 vert... It was 50/50 if I would come home on a flatbed... I know a lot has changed but for a driver Im still in the Camaro.

I DD'ed all my Vettes, one C5 two C6's and one C7. It just got old getting in and out everyday. Like coming out of a hole.