If you had to choose between ZL1 or C8 ... Which one would you go for? - Page 2

Chevelle vs Camaro · 03-01-2021, 06:28 PM

The C8 is nice but pretty basic (for a Vette). For me when the higher performance models came out it’ll be a base model Vette.

Right before release i was deciding if I wanted to upgrade to a Vette or spend the extra money on something else.

When released I was a little disappointed. As stated above wheels suck but that’s an easy fix. The cladding looks cheap. That huge vent on the side looks outta place (purposeful I know). Headlights could be a-lot better.

Once newness wears off I think i’d prefer a C7. Not trying to hate wanted to love it and was set to do it till i seen it. Id go used Z06 over both.

As for me I ended up with an 18SS and a 71 Cevelle over both C8 and C7 Z06.

Made me happy and thats most important.

Would the best Camaro out or a basic C8 make you happier?

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gtfoxy · 03-01-2021, 07:08 PM

Wife & I sat in a C8 before I bought my ZL1.

We were in there for a while discussing stuff, & while we both love the looks of the exterior she asked me which was faster for the money, I said the ZL1. Then we started discussing the interior & we both looked at each other & said “I like the Camaro better.”

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C8 would get you more ass

But I’m not gay.

UnknownJinX · 03-01-2021, 07:08 PM

ZL1 because it has a stick shift option.

Yep, I am that guy.

gtfoxy · 03-01-2021, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevelle vs Camaro

The C8 is nice but pretty basic (for a Vette). For me when the higher performance models came out it’ll be a base model Vette.

Right before release i was deciding if I wanted to upgrade to a Vette or spend the extra money on something else.

When released I was a little disappointed. As stated above wheels suck but that’s an easy fix. The cladding looks cheap. That huge vent on the side looks outta place (purposeful I know). Headlights could be a-lot better.

Once newness wears off I think i’d prefer a C7. Not trying to hate wanted to love it and was set to do it till i seen it. Id go used Z06 over both.

As for me I ended up with an 18SS and a 71 Cevelle over both C8 and C7 Z06.

Made me happy and thats most important.

Would the best Camaro out or a basic C8 make you happier?

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That’s a beautiful Chevelle.

That Tesla in the background is jealous. I can tell. It just looks all frumpy, like Musk with a pouty face.

& in front of a Starbucks! Classic!

LT4Greg · 03-01-2021, 07:12 PM

ZL1 all day long! Saw a C8 this past Saturday at a local car show and was impressed with the new Corvette but not enough to give up my 2017 ZL1 for one.

LT4Greg · 03-01-2021, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by gtfoxy

That’s a beautiful Chevelle.

Yep I agree with you gtfoxy! That’s a good looking ‘71 Chevelle.

Thill444 · 03-01-2021, 07:16 PM

Well I’m finalizing my C8 order tomorrow. With the continued delays it’s gonna be awhile

I love my SS1LE Camaro and really debated ZL1, but I have owned Corvettes in the past and after taking one for a spin recently I was more than impressed.

CHASLT1 · 03-01-2021, 07:17 PM

After what i went thru on a new C7 i would be scared to touch a new C8 and at the prices they want then no way. When a C8 is under 55k used then maybe after 4 years from now if we know all the kinks have been worked out. 4 model years with the C7 and still the same old probs with the A8 and cracked wheels and bad rear ends.

MR's 2SS · 03-01-2021, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaxcam02

The one with a manual option

Yea... I like rowing through the gears too. Not racing anything anyway.
Plus... hearing of some issues still... first run of entirely new car... and then the grand finale.....Every C8 Ive seen within a reasonable distance of me ... have asking prices over $100,000.00. And for that I wouldnt even take a look.

Big Lebowski · 03-01-2021, 07:41 PM

...though kinda hard to get a C8 when Bowling Green is shutdown for the second time in a month. This time for lack of DCT transmissions...too bad they weren’t producing another transmission, like, ohhh, I’d not know, a manual?

https://www.corvetteblogger.com/2021...-supply-issue/

seethruya · 03-01-2021, 08:37 PM

I would have bought a base C8 already if it was actually available and I could get one at MSRP.

Thill444 · 03-01-2021, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by seethruya

I would have bought a base C8 already if it was actually available and I could get one at MSRP.

You can definitely buy them for MSRP but you have to order it and wait. Unless you get really lucky.

FarmerFran · 03-01-2021, 09:00 PM

Neither, they are totally different cars in different price points, in different planets... and as soon as the GM guys figure it out, that you do not cross shop those 2 vehicles, the Camaro will take off, oh, wait wut!

Thill444 · 03-01-2021, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Neither, they are totally different cars in different price points, in different planets... and as soon as the GM guys figure it out, that you do not cross shop those 2 vehicles, the Camaro will take off, oh, wait wut!

I don’t really think ZL1 and Corvette are totally different price points, if your comparing new MSRP to new MSRP.

03-01-2021, 06:28 PM	#15
Chevelle vs Camaro Drives: 2018 Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Washington Posts: 577	If you had to choose between ZL1 or C8 ... Which one would you go for? The C8 is nice but pretty basic (for a Vette). For me when the higher performance models came out it’ll be a base model Vette. Right before release i was deciding if I wanted to upgrade to a Vette or spend the extra money on something else. When released I was a little disappointed. As stated above wheels suck but that’s an easy fix. The cladding looks cheap. That huge vent on the side looks outta place (purposeful I know). Headlights could be a-lot better. Once newness wears off I think i’d prefer a C7. Not trying to hate wanted to love it and was set to do it till i seen it. Id go used Z06 over both. As for me I ended up with an 18SS and a 71 Cevelle over both C8 and C7 Z06. Made me happy and thats most important. Would the best Camaro out or a basic C8 make you happier? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-01-2021, 07:08 PM	#17
UnknownJinX Drives: 19 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Shock Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 1,947	ZL1 because it has a stick shift option. Yep, I am that guy. __________________ Current: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE M6 Shock GM Performance Intake and that's it, because driver mods before car mods Past: 2009 Mazda RX-8 GT M6 Velocity Red Mica (Sold) 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 2LT M7 Velocity Yellow Tintcoat (Flood totaled)

03-01-2021, 07:12 PM	#19
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,811	ZL1 all day long! Saw a C8 this past Saturday at a local car show and was impressed with the new Corvette but not enough to give up my 2017 ZL1 for one. __________________ 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.

03-01-2021, 07:41 PM	#24
Big Lebowski Drives: 022 C8 Z51 Red Mist HTC Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: West Suburbs of Chicago Posts: 200	...though kinda hard to get a C8 when Bowling Green is shutdown for the second time in a month. This time for lack of DCT transmissions...too bad they weren’t producing another transmission, like, ohhh, I’d not know, a manual? https://www.corvetteblogger.com/2021...-supply-issue/ __________________ “Yeah, well, you know, that’s just like, your opinion, man.” - The Dude

03-01-2021, 09:00 PM	#27
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	Neither, they are totally different cars in different price points, in different planets... and as soon as the GM guys figure it out, that you do not cross shop those 2 vehicles, the Camaro will take off, oh, wait wut! __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

03-01-2021, 07:16 PM	#21
Thill444 Drives: 2020 SS1LE Shadow Gray Metallic Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: New England Posts: 294	Well I’m finalizing my C8 order tomorrow. With the continued delays it’s gonna be awhile I love my SS1LE Camaro and really debated ZL1, but I have owned Corvettes in the past and after taking one for a spin recently I was more than impressed.

03-01-2021, 07:17 PM	#22
CHASLT1 Drives: 2021 Camaro LT1 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Tampa FL area Posts: 794	After what i went thru on a new C7 i would be scared to touch a new C8 and at the prices they want then no way. When a C8 is under 55k used then maybe after 4 years from now if we know all the kinks have been worked out. 4 model years with the C7 and still the same old probs with the A8 and cracked wheels and bad rear ends.

03-01-2021, 08:37 PM	#25
seethruya Drives: 2021 Camaro LT1 Conv Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 197	I would have bought a base C8 already if it was actually available and I could get one at MSRP.

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