ZL1 or Z06 - Page 3

Martinjlm · 02-14-2020, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by shaffe

Me personally, I would go Corvette and not even think twice about it.

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Originally Posted by LT4Greg

I agree with ST1LE to get a Z06!! When the 2023s come out either trade or sell outright your 2018 Hotwheels SS unless it’s a keeper and get a new ZL1!��

That's the route I'd go. C7 Z06, then when Gen 7 Camaro comes along sell the C7 and go for the top dawg in the lineup

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Originally Posted by hotlap

Z06. You already have a Camaro.

Gorgeous Hot Wheels by the way....

I'm sensing a small amount of bias here.

MackSteelPrivateEye · 02-14-2020, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Hound Dawg

My wife has given me the green light for a second "hot rod". I currently have a 2018 Hot Wheels SS and I'm torn between a 2019 C7 Z06 and a 2019/20 ZL1. Time is running out on the Z06....as I do want a new version of the C7. (I'm just not impressed with the C8) In regards to the ZL1, I can wait to see what Chevy does with the Camaro and either snag the last of the Gen 6's in 2023, or maybe look at a new generation if they go that route. What should I be considering other then the obvious difference in price?

Thanx in advance,

HD

Can't the dog get some privacy?

Grumpy1 · 02-14-2020, 04:25 PM

Z06,
If I could’ve fit in it comfortably would’ve ended up with that in the first place.
Back issues killed it for me, can’t bend like I used to. Lol

Blubyu2 · 02-14-2020, 05:02 PM

I have a 2016 SS which I am going to keep, I am going to get a yelllow C7 Z06 to add and my Garage is waiting ready for it.

USAFS197 · 02-15-2020, 02:25 PM

Well, I've chimed in here several times for debates just like this. I had a full bolt on SS 1LE and was shopping between the ZL1, ZL1 1LE and a C7 Z06. I'm sure you can see which one I chose. My SS 1LE was already my second 6th gen and I had test driven ZL1's on several occasions and just simply wasn't all that impressed with it after coming from a full bolt on SS 1LE. I was hoping it would wow me but, it didn't. I test drove a C7 Z06 and the rest is history on that one.

Many of the driving dynamics seem very familiar as you can tell that GM tuned the chassis for both vehicles. Although the consensus about the Alpha chassis being better is spot on. It is more confidence inspiring, stable and predictable. But, if you can get the chassis under control (I got a DSC Sport V4 magnetic ride controller) it can be sublime.

If you can find a screaming deal on a C7 Z06, go drive it and see what you think. The second I took it out on the road, I knew that it was the right choice.

Hound Dawg · 02-19-2020, 01:52 PM

Thanx everyone. Great perspectives....

Come to find out, my wife didn't give me permission to have both cars when she saw the price for the Z06 with Z07 pack. Sooo......I have traded my Hot Wheels for a 2019 Sebring Orange Z06/Z07, with the agreement that I can get a ZL1 Vert if and when they stop making it or the leave the alpha chassis. So I guess we pushed the "two Hot Rods" discussion ahead a few years. I'm going to hold her to the point of a ZL1 on this awesome chassis though. If they quit making the Camaro......the two car collection will be the last of the FE Vette and the last of the Gen 6 Camaro, which will be cool. However....if they go to a Gen 7 Camaro....I hope they keep the Alpha chassis and it will a based on the availability of the manual trainy at that point.

Until then....thanx for the great time and awesome information on this forum. You all have been truly helpful. Wish me luck in C7 land.

....and oh....the dog's name is Bandit and he's not speaking to me now for posting the pic.

HD

Hound Dawg · 02-19-2020, 01:57 PM

here's the new one....

BTW....for those Vette owners out there.....whats the best vette forum? I'd like one that is good as this forum.

Thanx again everyone....

HD

ctrlz · 02-19-2020, 02:12 PM

Beautiful car! Congrats!

LT4Greg · 02-19-2020, 02:37 PM

Oh nice ZO6, Hound Dawg!! And love that color too!��

USAFS197 · 02-19-2020, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Hound Dawg

here's the new one....

BTW....for those Vette owners out there.....whats the best vette forum? I'd like one that is good as this forum.

Thanx again everyone....

Well, they don't really have any "good" Corvette forums. The activity there is very drull, repetitive and largely mundane. Every once in a while, you'll get some good content but, it's few and far between. Your best bet is to go to: www.CorvetteForum.com

Joey Soul · 02-19-2020, 03:07 PM

I say zl1le, the baddest of them all

Tyrolblue67 · 02-19-2020, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Hound Dawg

here's the new one....

BTW....for those Vette owners out there.....whats the best vette forum? I'd like one that is good as this forum.

Thanx again everyone....

HD

For me, the best is corvetteforum.com
All the best.
Tyrolblue67

JROC · 02-19-2020, 06:32 PM

I'd rather have a GEN6 SS 1LE than either a ZL1 of C7Z. I've said it many times before but I perfer my GM's N/A and my Fords boosted. Especially with GM halfstepping with the LT4's seriously compromised blower. Even when it first came out its blower was outclassed by what Ford and Dodge was offerings. (I think Hellfat was introduced around the same time as the C7Z) GM should of quit making excuses about hood clearance and thrown a TVS2300 on it. You couldn't manage a 1.5"-2" cowl hood? Might of resulted in less heatsoak issues if they would of used a more efficient blower. 13/14 GT500 had it. But personally I've just never been a C7 fan. If you were to say, "low mileage C6Z Centennial, or ZL1" I would say C6Z all day long. Even a base C6Z for the prices they go for I likely would choose over the newer cars. Kind of surprised that I picked up my 1LE over a C6Z as I've always said I was going to get one some day.

Between a ZL1 of C7Z IDK. For an all out fast car the Z06. I'd rather have a ZL1 1LE than either a C7Z or base ZL1.

BlaqWhole · 02-19-2020, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

Awesome garage dude! Fido dropping that heater in the background had me cracking up!!!!

My vote is Z06.

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Originally Posted by shaffe

Me personally, I would go Corvette and not even think twice about it.

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Originally Posted by hotlap

Z06. You already have a Camaro.

Gorgeous Hot Wheels by the way....

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Originally Posted by RobbyBeefcake87

I agree with most people's sentiments. You already have a camaro and while the zl1 may have a better platform and the a10 the z06 is just faster. Plus that m7, last manual corvette and possibly last m7 car ever.

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Originally Posted by Martinjlm

That's the route I'd go. C7 Z06, then when Gen 7 Camaro comes along sell the C7 and go for the top dawg in the lineup

I'm sensing a small amount of bias here.

Ah, the usual suspects all seem to be here. So I might as well chime in. If it is only between these two cars, then my vote is to get the Z06. However, if you can wait just a little longer, and if the C8 style starts to grow on you, then it might be worth it to hold out until we see what the C8 GS/Z06/ZR1 has to offer. Regardless of which way you decide you cannot go wrong. So flip a coin, lol!!

Ultimately I would take a good deal on a used Z06.

02-14-2020, 05:02 PM	#32
Blubyu2 Drives: 2016 2SS Hyper Blue Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Suagrland TX Posts: 37	I have a 2016 SS which I am going to keep, I am going to get a yelllow C7 Z06 to add and my Garage is waiting ready for it. Attached Images

02-15-2020, 02:25 PM	#33
USAFS197 Drives: 2018 Audi TT RS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 1,915	Well, I've chimed in here several times for debates just like this. I had a full bolt on SS 1LE and was shopping between the ZL1, ZL1 1LE and a C7 Z06. I'm sure you can see which one I chose. My SS 1LE was already my second 6th gen and I had test driven ZL1's on several occasions and just simply wasn't all that impressed with it after coming from a full bolt on SS 1LE. I was hoping it would wow me but, it didn't. I test drove a C7 Z06 and the rest is history on that one. Many of the driving dynamics seem very familiar as you can tell that GM tuned the chassis for both vehicles. Although the consensus about the Alpha chassis being better is spot on. It is more confidence inspiring, stable and predictable. But, if you can get the chassis under control (I got a DSC Sport V4 magnetic ride controller) it can be sublime. If you can find a screaming deal on a C7 Z06, go drive it and see what you think. The second I took it out on the road, I knew that it was the right choice. __________________ 2018 Audi TT ▊RS 2.4X 0-60, 1.6X 60', 120+mph 1/8th, 4.XX 60-130, 150+mph traps on 255/35/18 R888R tires on the street (unprepped). 2019 Audi RS3 About as fast as the TT RS 2019 Camaro ZL1 1LE Sold 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Sold 2019 Corvette Z06 Sold 2021 Charger Hellcat Redeye Widebody Sold

02-19-2020, 01:52 PM	#34
Hound Dawg Drives: 2018 2SS 50th Hot Wheels Edition Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 113	Thanx everyone. Great perspectives.... Come to find out, my wife didn't give me permission to have both cars when she saw the price for the Z06 with Z07 pack. Sooo......I have traded my Hot Wheels for a 2019 Sebring Orange Z06/Z07, with the agreement that I can get a ZL1 Vert if and when they stop making it or the leave the alpha chassis. So I guess we pushed the "two Hot Rods" discussion ahead a few years. I'm going to hold her to the point of a ZL1 on this awesome chassis though. If they quit making the Camaro......the two car collection will be the last of the FE Vette and the last of the Gen 6 Camaro, which will be cool. However....if they go to a Gen 7 Camaro....I hope they keep the Alpha chassis and it will a based on the availability of the manual trainy at that point. Until then....thanx for the great time and awesome information on this forum. You all have been truly helpful. Wish me luck in C7 land. ....and oh....the dog's name is Bandit and he's not speaking to me now for posting the pic. HD __________________ 2019 Z06/Z07 Coupe 3LZ, A8 2018 Hot Wheels Vert 2SS, 6M, MRC, NPP, RVK SOLD 1979 White and Gold Z/28 - SOLD but will look for pix 1982 Silver on Navy Blue Z/28 - SOLD but will post pix 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon UL 2019 Ram 1500 Longhorn

02-19-2020, 01:57 PM	#35
Hound Dawg Drives: 2018 2SS 50th Hot Wheels Edition Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 113	here's the new one.... BTW....for those Vette owners out there.....whats the best vette forum? I'd like one that is good as this forum. Thanx again everyone.... HD Attached Images __________________ 2019 Z06/Z07 Coupe 3LZ, A8 2018 Hot Wheels Vert 2SS, 6M, MRC, NPP, RVK SOLD 1979 White and Gold Z/28 - SOLD but will look for pix 1982 Silver on Navy Blue Z/28 - SOLD but will post pix 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon UL 2019 Ram 1500 Longhorn

02-19-2020, 02:37 PM	#37
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,809	Oh nice ZO6, Hound Dawg!! And love that color too!�� __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

02-14-2020, 04:25 PM	#31
Grumpy1 Drives: 2018 ZL1 Hyper Blue A10 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Covington LA Posts: 646	Z06, If I could’ve fit in it comfortably would’ve ended up with that in the first place. Back issues killed it for me, can’t bend like I used to. Lol

02-19-2020, 02:12 PM	#36
ctrlz Drives: 2017 2SS, 50th pkg, M6, MRC, NPP Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Ocean City, NJ Posts: 3,174	Beautiful car! Congrats!

02-19-2020, 03:07 PM	#39
Joey Soul The Mechanic Drives: 1SS M Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NJ Posts: 290	I say zl1le, the baddest of them all __________________ BTR 225 w/CNC Heads\|JLT intake\|Speed Engineering 1"7/8 long tube and mid pipe\|LT2 manifold w/95mmTb\|Self tuned w/HPtuners\|Silvers 2Way coilovers\|Hotchkis front sway\|Advan AD08R\|BMR solid cradle bushings\|Recaro SR7\| Work ZR10 19"

02-19-2020, 06:32 PM	#41
JROC Account Suspended Drives: 19 Camaro SS 1LE, 03 Ford Lightning Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: South Carolina Posts: 334	I'd rather have a GEN6 SS 1LE than either a ZL1 of C7Z. I've said it many times before but I perfer my GM's N/A and my Fords boosted. Especially with GM halfstepping with the LT4's seriously compromised blower. Even when it first came out its blower was outclassed by what Ford and Dodge was offerings. (I think Hellfat was introduced around the same time as the C7Z) GM should of quit making excuses about hood clearance and thrown a TVS2300 on it. You couldn't manage a 1.5"-2" cowl hood? Might of resulted in less heatsoak issues if they would of used a more efficient blower. 13/14 GT500 had it. But personally I've just never been a C7 fan. If you were to say, "low mileage C6Z Centennial, or ZL1" I would say C6Z all day long. Even a base C6Z for the prices they go for I likely would choose over the newer cars. Kind of surprised that I picked up my 1LE over a C6Z as I've always said I was going to get one some day. Between a ZL1 of C7Z IDK. For an all out fast car the Z06. I'd rather have a ZL1 1LE than either a C7Z or base ZL1.

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