C7 or ZL1?

ckt227 · 08-17-2021, 08:29 AM

I know this a Camaro forum but if I asked on the Corvette forum I would be burned at the stake. And I already know what there answers/replies would be.

Long story short Retired a few years ago. Had a 2016 C7 Z51 and traded for a 2018 ZL1. Fast forward, C8 about to come out and my preferred dealer had 30+ C7''s. Got a hell of a deal on a new 2019 C7 Grand Sport, below Employee Pricing and could use GM Mastercard points and traded the ZL1.

In February we ordered a 2021 Camaro 2SS 1LE. Well, we all know how that worked out. Still not here as of today. Tired of using my C7 as a DD. So I got a Silverado in late May. Was at my dealer last week and a new gray Tahoe RST was being unloaded. Looked really sharp. Told my wife about it. We both went up there the same day and before we got out of the car she said I want the Tahoe. Talked to the manager about that instead of the Camaro, he said no biggie, I can sell the ordered Camaro in a second. It is "In Transit" and he said he was getting 3 to 4 calls a day about it.

So my stupid question/dilemma is my C7 will be out of warranty next year. If given the opportunity would you rather have a C7 or new 2022 ZL1? Now I get I have had both. I love my C7 but I also loved my ZL1. I really miss the supercharger sound. Right now I can sell/trade the C7 for a little more than I paid. I can't get a C8 for at least 18-24 months (I will not pay the BS $20-$30K mark-up), but I do not want to wait another 8-9 months for a ordered Camaro again. The 2SS 1LE was going to be my wife's car so if I got a Camaro for me it would be a ZL1 again. UGH, on the fence, just looking for opinions, advice, help and some smart ass comments. Thanks in advance.

laynlo15 · 08-17-2021, 08:46 AM

I went from a 16 SS to a C7. Love the car but also loved my very fast Magnuson SC Camaro. I have a few mods on the C7 and its pretty fast for the mods I have. I may at some point buy another Camaro if I can find the right deal. I do miss mine.

sandm · 08-17-2021, 09:10 AM

retired and in florida? you know the stereotypes will say vette

all kidding aside, for me it would be the zl1. not a fan of the c8. personally think the c7 is the best looking vette they have ever made. I'd choose the zl1 for the occasional storage needs and blower whine.

ckt227 · 08-17-2021, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by sandm

retired and in florida? you know the stereotypes will say vette

all kidding aside, for me it would be the zl1. not a fan of the c8. personally think the c7 is the best looking vette they have ever made. I'd choose the zl1 for the occasional storage needs and blower whine.

I know. The irony retired and in Florida. Should of seen that one coming. LOL.I was lucky, got to retire at 47.

ckt227 · 08-17-2021, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by laynlo15

I went from a 16 SS to a C7. Love the car but also loved my very fast Magnuson SC Camaro. I have a few mods on the C7 and its pretty fast for the mods I have. I may at some point buy another Camaro if I can find the right deal. I do miss mine.

My wife had a 2016 and then a 2017 Chevy SS. Again, GM gets something right and pulls the plug. They were neat cars.

LT4Greg · 08-17-2021, 09:35 AM

I would get a ZL1 but that’s me. It’s really your choice and what makes you happy. Personally I don’t care for Corvettes but again that’s me. Get what you want so you won’t have any regrets because you only live once and enjoy life. Good luck.

willzilla · 08-17-2021, 09:37 AM

C7 Z06

ZL1 over a non Z06 C7.

KingLT1 · 08-17-2021, 09:53 AM

C7Z06 if you can fit comfortably in one...otherwise ZL1! Would much rather either one over a base C8.

Staves · 08-17-2021, 09:57 AM

ZL1 over regular C7. Hell I like my 1SS over the C7. I found the C7 had more road noise, harsher ride.....prefer the Camaro as it's more comfortable and performance is more than good enough for me.

Spaceme1117 · 08-17-2021, 10:49 AM

I think I would go with the C7 Grand Sport over the ZL1.

m6-lt1 · 08-17-2021, 11:09 AM

This is tough because the c7 grand sport imho is the best drivers car out of all the c7’s. That being said unless you’re doing track days, I would trade it for a Zl1. You’re in Florida, correct me if I’m wrong but you do not have twisty roads there. Your roads are dead straight therefore the Zl1 makes more sense I think. I think personally I would choose the Zl1 for my situation as well. I just feel the camaro’s drive better. I’ve driven a stock and bolt on c7 z06. For the first time in gm’s late mode history, I prefer the camaro overall to the vette.

L99BEN · 08-17-2021, 12:34 PM

This is a Camaro/ZL1 forum so you know most are going to answer Camaro of course!

My wife and I rented a C7 vert for a week back when I had my 19' ZL1 a10 (non 1le) and we found the vette surprisingly more enjoyable to drive overall!

How about a best of both worlds and get a C7 Z06 or hold on to the vette until you can get a C8 at a reasonable price?

Z OH 6 · 08-17-2021, 01:59 PM

I probably should have drove a C7 Z06 before buying my ZL1. I love the ZL1 but have always preferred the Corvette platform when engine and trans are equal. I think what pushed me away from the C7 Z06 was the A8 transmission vs the A10 in the ZL1 and the superior cooling on the ZL1. If the Z06 had an A10 and better cooling, I think I would be driving one now. That being said I'm patiently waiting for the C8 Z06 to see if I keep the ZL1. Both are great choices though.

PROMETHEUS · 08-17-2021, 02:49 PM

Had a base C7 M7, too many mods and could not keep it on the track.....overheating. Traded it for the ZL1, M6. Been thinking about getting into a C7 Z06 or a new ZL1 A10. Would love a C8, but I am not going through all the craziness associated with it. Used C7 prices are still ridiculous. Hopefully towards the end of the year, things will get back to normal, or close to it!

08-17-2021, 08:29 AM	#1
ckt227 Drives: CHEVROLET CORVETTE Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: SWFL Posts: 513	C7 or ZL1? I know this a Camaro forum but if I asked on the Corvette forum I would be burned at the stake. And I already know what there answers/replies would be. Long story short Retired a few years ago. Had a 2016 C7 Z51 and traded for a 2018 ZL1. Fast forward, C8 about to come out and my preferred dealer had 30+ C7''s. Got a hell of a deal on a new 2019 C7 Grand Sport, below Employee Pricing and could use GM Mastercard points and traded the ZL1. In February we ordered a 2021 Camaro 2SS 1LE. Well, we all know how that worked out. Still not here as of today. Tired of using my C7 as a DD. So I got a Silverado in late May. Was at my dealer last week and a new gray Tahoe RST was being unloaded. Looked really sharp. Told my wife about it. We both went up there the same day and before we got out of the car she said I want the Tahoe. Talked to the manager about that instead of the Camaro, he said no biggie, I can sell the ordered Camaro in a second. It is "In Transit" and he said he was getting 3 to 4 calls a day about it. So my stupid question/dilemma is my C7 will be out of warranty next year. If given the opportunity would you rather have a C7 or new 2022 ZL1? Now I get I have had both. I love my C7 but I also loved my ZL1. I really miss the supercharger sound. Right now I can sell/trade the C7 for a little more than I paid. I can't get a C8 for at least 18-24 months (I will not pay the BS $20-$30K mark-up), but I do not want to wait another 8-9 months for a ordered Camaro again. The 2SS 1LE was going to be my wife's car so if I got a Camaro for me it would be a ZL1 again. UGH, on the fence, just looking for opinions, advice, help and some smart ass comments. Thanks in advance.

08-17-2021, 08:46 AM	#2
laynlo15 Drives: 2022 Lt1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: clark, mo Posts: 8,862	I went from a 16 SS to a C7. Love the car but also loved my very fast Magnuson SC Camaro. I have a few mods on the C7 and its pretty fast for the mods I have. I may at some point buy another Camaro if I can find the right deal. I do miss mine. __________________ 2022 Lt1 6.2 A10, Maggie 2300, THPSI Port Inj/10 rib, Rotofab, E, Nickey, SCOL, Griptech, RC Bandits, Hoosiers/MT 9.80@142.96 1.44 60ft, 6.34@112 707/669 RWHP/TRQ. 16SS Maggie 2650 9.41@147 1.35 60ft, 5.99@119. 16 C7 A8 10.90@128 Bolt on stuff

08-17-2021, 09:35 AM	#6
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,820	I would get a ZL1 but that’s me. It’s really your choice and what makes you happy. Personally I don’t care for Corvettes but again that’s me. Get what you want so you won’t have any regrets because you only live once and enjoy life. Good luck. __________________ 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.

08-17-2021, 09:37 AM	#7
willzilla D3RPZILLA Drives: 2021 Camaro ZL1 a10 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 642 View My Garage	C7 Z06 ZL1 over a non Z06 C7. __________________ 2021 Camaro ZL1 Satin Steel w/a10/PDR/CF/Red Belts/Navigation Website: z1lla.com \| YouTube: youtube.d3rpzilla.com YouTube Playlists: Performance Mods \| Interior & Exterior Mods \| Other Mods

08-17-2021, 09:53 AM	#8
KingLT1 Drives: 2016 1SS NFG A8 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: 46804 Posts: 6,825	C7Z06 if you can fit comfortably in one...otherwise ZL1! Would much rather either one over a base C8. __________________ 2016 NFG 1SS A8 Options-2SS Leather/NPP Perf. mods-Whipple 2.9/Fuel System/Flex Fuel/103mm TB/Rotofab Big Gulp/Cat Deletes/Corsa NPP Per. times- 10.5 @ 137 w/ 1.8 60ft Full weight on 20's 1200DA

08-17-2021, 09:10 AM	#3
sandm Drives: no more camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: sin city Posts: 218	retired and in florida? you know the stereotypes will say vette all kidding aside, for me it would be the zl1. not a fan of the c8. personally think the c7 is the best looking vette they have ever made. I'd choose the zl1 for the occasional storage needs and blower whine.

08-17-2021, 09:57 AM	#9
Staves Drives: women crazy Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: CA Posts: 698	ZL1 over regular C7. Hell I like my 1SS over the C7. I found the C7 had more road noise, harsher ride.....prefer the Camaro as it's more comfortable and performance is more than good enough for me. __________________ ‘19 1SS A10, Borla S-type Non-NPP-SOLD

08-17-2021, 10:49 AM	#10
Spaceme1117 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS, 2011 Corvette GS Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Erlanger, Kentucky 41018 Posts: 821	I think I would go with the C7 Grand Sport over the ZL1.

08-17-2021, 11:09 AM	#11
m6-lt1 Drives: 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,074	This is tough because the c7 grand sport imho is the best drivers car out of all the c7’s. That being said unless you’re doing track days, I would trade it for a Zl1. You’re in Florida, correct me if I’m wrong but you do not have twisty roads there. Your roads are dead straight therefore the Zl1 makes more sense I think. I think personally I would choose the Zl1 for my situation as well. I just feel the camaro’s drive better. I’ve driven a stock and bolt on c7 z06. For the first time in gm’s late mode history, I prefer the camaro overall to the vette.

08-17-2021, 12:34 PM	#12
L99BEN Drives: 2023 BMW M4 Competition Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 657	This is a Camaro/ZL1 forum so you know most are going to answer Camaro of course! My wife and I rented a C7 vert for a week back when I had my 19' ZL1 a10 (non 1le) and we found the vette surprisingly more enjoyable to drive overall! How about a best of both worlds and get a C7 Z06 or hold on to the vette until you can get a C8 at a reasonable price? __________________ 2023 BMW M4 Competition (daily) 2022 ZLE M6 (weekend toy) 2022 BMW X3m40i Past: 2022 Tesla S Plaid 2020 Shelby GT500 sold 2019 Hellcat Redeye-traded for new GT500 2019 ZL1 A10 - sold (meh) 2019 Tesla M3P 2016 Hellcat Challenger - A8 sold but never forgotten 2016 Camaro 2SS M6 2014 Mustang GT A6 2012 Mustang GT M6 "brembo" 3.73/FBO 2012 Camaro SS L99 (Wife's)- slow

08-17-2021, 01:59 PM	#13
Z OH 6 Drives: 2021 Red Hot ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: GA Posts: 3,170	I probably should have drove a C7 Z06 before buying my ZL1. I love the ZL1 but have always preferred the Corvette platform when engine and trans are equal. I think what pushed me away from the C7 Z06 was the A8 transmission vs the A10 in the ZL1 and the superior cooling on the ZL1. If the Z06 had an A10 and better cooling, I think I would be driving one now. That being said I'm patiently waiting for the C8 Z06 to see if I keep the ZL1. Both are great choices though. Last edited by Z OH 6; 08-17-2021 at 08:57 PM.

08-17-2021, 02:49 PM	#14
PROMETHEUS Drives: 2019 ZL-1, Shadow Gray, Sold Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 1,390	Had a base C7 M7, too many mods and could not keep it on the track.....overheating. Traded it for the ZL1, M6. Been thinking about getting into a C7 Z06 or a new ZL1 A10. Would love a C8, but I am not going through all the craziness associated with it. Used C7 prices are still ridiculous. Hopefully towards the end of the year, things will get back to normal, or close to it!

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