07-22-2020, 02:19 PM | #15 |
Drives: 2020 RGM ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2020
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I just went through a similar purchase decision. Went with the ZL1 because of the purported engine issues on the Fords. Also, my buddy has owned mustangs for the past two generations and had to replace the engine and tranny on both of his cars within the warranty period. Like thats great it was within the warranty period so Ford techs only gave him a moderate amount of shit to do the work, but between his experiences and what I heard on the gt350 from the community, I went with the ZL1. I do like those carbon fiber wheels, though. To be fair, I didn't drive either of them before buying. The Camaro arrives on Saturday after months of waiting
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07-22-2020, 02:39 PM | #16 |
Drives: ZL1 Join Date: May 2020
Location: CT
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Where to start? I driven both, both amazing.
The look of the GT350R is very special and in my opinion nothing sounds better on the road. Everything else is better on the Chevy. The Zl1 chassis is far more advanced and you feel it in the steering which I found a lot more precise when pushing the car hard. The Mustang interior seems ancient compare to the Camaro. More toque, more power and much better cooling, some have reported overheating and oil consumption with the 350R. Now that the oil pump failures have been solved I don't see any major issues on ZL1's. Also GM will honor warranty when used on track as long as no modification were made..which is unprecedented. Back then I couldn't find a Mustang without a dealer premium meanwhile I got a generous discount from my Chevy dealership which made my decision a no brainer. But again, this is Camaro forum and we might be slightly biased |
07-22-2020, 03:10 PM | #17 |
Drives: 2016 Dodge Charger SCAT Join Date: Jul 2019
Location: ATL
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Thanks, you guys are great! Now...need to convince the wife.
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07-22-2020, 03:13 PM | #18 |
Drives: Zl1 1le Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Midwest
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BTW - is this primarily a track car, daily driver or weekend toy?
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07-22-2020, 03:43 PM | #19 | |
Drives: 2018 Mosaic Black Metallic ZL1 A10 Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: NC
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07-22-2020, 03:48 PM | #20 |
Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Jan 2018
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07-22-2020, 04:05 PM | #21 | |
Drives: 2017 V6 RS Covertible Join Date: Mar 2018
Location: Northwest Indiana
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07-22-2020, 04:08 PM | #22 |
376 cubic inches of fun
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The Ford engines have a sputtered-on steel coating on the cylinder walls instead of a steel sleeve.
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07-22-2020, 05:50 PM | #23 | |
Drives: 19' ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Aiken, SC
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07-22-2020, 06:54 PM | #24 |
Drives: 19 ZLE M6 Red Hot Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Dallas, TX
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I cross shopped GT350 and ZLE and went with ZLE. Interior of the mustang felt incredibly cheap and prone to squicks, steering wheel felt like I was driving an old trolley, like really big, no HUD, recaro seats felt way too much, infotainment was average, i prefer older sync 2 version, mustang is everywhere and do not feel special at all, but the sound was nice tho. But biggest issue was engine reliability
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07-22-2020, 08:05 PM | #25 |
Drives: 2019 ZLE, 2019 GT350R Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Denver
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Also consider that you came to the Camaro forum to get input on comparison between the two cars. Most of what you see above is driven in part by confirmation bias, Camaro owners telling you the Camaro is better. Go over to the Mustang6G forum and you will hear from Mustang owners telling you about how the GT350 is FAR better. I know a few other members in this forum have both. It would be nice to hear from them. I frankly don’t see much difference between the two cars in interior quality, infotainment, chassis, suspension, transmission, tires, etc. Each is somewhat unique and has its own merits but neither is perfect. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to steer you towards the GT350. I’m just saying maybe don’t decide to get a Camaro because someone with a Camaro says the Camaro is better.
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07-22-2020, 08:46 PM | #26 |
Drives: ZL1/1LE parts added Join Date: May 2018
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All great advice, especially from those that own both. I would look at it from the perspective if I could only buy one high performance sports car in my life, and frankly the ZL1/1LE is a bargain for a budget minded person, see women driven on you tube, GT350 blown motor, she has a ZL1 and a hellcat. There's a guy a few miles from me with a gorgeous GT350 black with blue stripes grass is half way up the car, same issue I imagine. And dont forget there was a law suit about the over heating rear ends in the 350R, I know we are taking ZL1 vs GT350 , but even the C7 Z06 especially in auto is a pile of problems, manly the overheating , I would never buy one . Who here would spend 60-100K for a car if you knew it was going to break down? My ZL1 uses a quart of oil between oil changes if I run it pretty good on some back road curves, besides that I agree with everything else said, maybe the previous owner didn't break it in right, maybe it just uses oil. I'm happy toque every where , the GT350 has fantastic but scary brakes, real sensitive to the touch/foot, and you really haft to rev it up, and maybe a better resale value if it holds up ! Best of luck to you on your choice !
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07-22-2020, 09:36 PM | #27 |
Drives: Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang Join Date: Oct 2019
Location: AZ
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Had both... ZL1 hands down... the GT350/R sounds amazing... but just doesn't 'daily' as nice as the ZL1... and is gutless under 4K rpm... have to zing it to get it to really become enjoyable... and then it becomes obnoxious on the street.
ZL1 at part throttle feels great... and at full throttle is in a completely different league. You won't regret the ZL1... And this is tough coming from a mustang guy. Best regards, Dave
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07-22-2020, 10:18 PM | #28 |
Drives: '19 ZLE, S54 E36M3 Join Date: Feb 2018
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I tried to buy a GT350 in December, (in spite of also being there when Racer01 had his engine let go) but we were too far apart on the money. Ended up with a used 134 mile ZLE for less money, and better suited for the track. The difference in available torque for street driving is huge. Didn’t realize how much I would appreciate the auto-blip (not available on the 350) and the air conditioned seats. Getting soft in my old age.
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