C7 Zo6

[ddas]

Beyond the performance, the fit and finish on these c7's are amazing. We have one in my shop now and it is sssso nice. I can't wait to get my hands on a c7 z06.

I am seriously considering buying a c7.

[Blindside_137]

Far more interested in this car than the M4.

[isherdholi]

Originally Posted by Blindside_137

Far more interested in this car than the M4.

I'm far more interested in the new M3 than the M4

[LarThaL]

Originally Posted by ///WeissBlitz76

I've always considered 'Vettes to be "midlife crisis mobiles". The only time I ever see one is with some old man driving, with 2 and a half hairs on his head and going 45 down the interstate. However, these new ones look MUCH different, and I really like them. They are enough of a departure from the norm that I COULD be tempted. With that said, though, I think that they definitely borrowed heavily with some of this design styling. Whenever I see the front, I'm thinking SLS AMG, not Corvette. Not that that's a bad thing, per se, but I guess I just think that the Corvette should have always remained an American original. Oh well, I guess their thinking is "if you can't beat 'em join 'em"!

I see just as many "old men" in Porsche 911s. Th bottom line is that most people who can afford a pure two seater sports car in the $70k+ range are empty nesters who have a little money saved.

[swartzentruber]

Originally Posted by e-solo

I'm just so confused at all the hype around this car. The entire energy and feel of a chevy corvette is a put off to me. But judging by this thread Im definitely in the minority.

Nah, I don't think you are, I just think this thread is just a lot of talk from people wanting to move on to the next hot thing (and I'm puzzled why it still hasn't been moved to the M3 Vs forum). I'm sure this will be a fantastic car on the track, but it doesn't seem like it would make the best DD, and the number of people that can actually afford to put a 100K car regularly on the track (and will) is not likely to be well represented in this forum. I do greatly appreciate the fact that Chevy seems to be trying to apply as much learning as possible from their racing to their street cars.

Frankly, if I could deal with a two seat only coupe with limited trunk space as my DD, I wouldn't be in an M3 right now. Regardless of what people in this thread seem to believe, these cars are not in any way direct competitors, although I'm sure there are some that would cross shop both. There is no reason for BMW to feel "embarrassed", because they are not attempting to build a two seater sports car with the next M3/4. Now if the (rumoured) ATS-V blows the next gen M3/4 away, then that's a different story.

[jphughan]

Originally Posted by The Fatal Gamer

I just read that you can take the top off making this car a convertible. Isn't that amazing or what?!?!

Well technically it's a targa. There also hasn't been any confirmation whether there's any way to stow the roof panel in the car itself in case rain spontaneously opens up. Given how spacious Corvette hatch areas typically are though, I'm betting it'll be fine.

[Ezio]

Originally Posted by swartzentruber

Nah, I don't think you are, I just think this thread is just a lot of talk from people wanting to move on to the next hot thing (and I'm puzzled why it still hasn't been moved to the M3 Vs forum). I'm sure this will be a fantastic car on the track, but it doesn't seem like it would make the best DD, and the number of people that can actually afford to put a 100K car regularly on the track (and will) is not likely to be well represented in this forum. I do greatly appreciate the fact that Chevy seems to be trying to apply as much learning as possible from their racing to their street cars.

Frankly, if I could deal with a two seat only coupe with limited trunk space as my DD, I wouldn't be in an M3 right now. Regardless of what people in this thread seem to believe, these cars are not in any way direct competitors, although I'm sure there are some that would cross shop both. There is no reason for BMW to feel "embarrassed", because they are not attempting to build a two seater sports car with the next M3/4. Now if the (rumoured) ATS-V blows the next gen M3/4 away, then that's a different story.

and i again i have been repeating this point.

there are people here who can daily drive a corvette rather it be a base C7 or a Z06. there are people here who like M3 more than corvettes. just because someone buys a M3 does not mean they bought it because they needed the extra space, more luxury or what ever.

what is going on is that GM really did a great job on this car. it is more appealing to European car buyers more than ever before. the look of the exterior and interior is a step in the right direction. the car is more exotic looking, and comes with a good interior. again European buyers like this.

yes corvette is not direct competitors. but people WILL still compare them beucase some people are looking to spend 80-90k on performance car.

[davesaddiction]

Originally Posted by Ezio

what is going on is that GM really did a great job on this car. it is more appealing to European car buyers more than ever before. the look of the exterior and interior is a step in the right direction. the car is more exotic looking, and comes with a good interior. again European buyers like this.

The thing that's most attractive to me is that everyone who drives it comments on how they've really nailed the handling at the edge this time. It's not just a brute anymore, but more of a truly refined sports car.

[M3-S65]

Originally Posted by Ezio

and i again i have been repeating this point.

there are people here who can daily drive a corvette rather it be a base C7 or a Z06. there are people here who like M3 more than corvettes. just because someone buys a M3 does not mean they bought it because they needed the extra space, more luxury or what ever.

what is going on is that GM really did a great job on this car. it is more appealing to European car buyers more than ever before. the look of the exterior and interior is a step in the right direction. the car is more exotic looking, and comes with a good interior. again European buyers like this.

yes corvette is not direct competitors. but people WILL still compare them beucase some people are looking to spend 80-90k on performance car.

Agreed ^

Lot of people who are just performance car junkies. M3 is a performance car icon, so is Corvette. I buy a different performance car every couple of years just so that I can say I drove them all. You can daily drive any of them if you motivated enough!!

[Groundpilot]

Originally Posted by Rupes

I think it's just awesome how great this new Corvette is. It will lead to innovation from all manufacturers that want to compete in this arena. I wonder how concerned BMW is about this car pulling sales from the M3/4? In the past, I don't even think these two were cross shopped. Now, there's a pretty compelling argument to be made in the Corvettes favor.

Yep. This corvette looks like somethng special and i think BMW should be very concerned about losing customers. I was waiting for new m3/4, but after i saw this beast, sorry bmw, i am not interested.

[Someone?]

Yup and im told you can get another 30-50hp outta the Vette threw GM without any warranty issues, so around 700hp!

[Groundpilot]

Originally Posted by ibmike

Yup and im told you can get another 30-50hp outta the Vette threw GM without any warranty issues, so around 700hp!

Another 30-50 hp? Dont you think it will be handfull on the track in stock form? I would not mod this car at all. It looks perfect to me I dont think i have ever said this before

[1MOREMOD]

Originally Posted by Groundpilot

Another 30-50 hp? Dont you think it will be handfull on the track in stock form? I would not mod this car at all. It looks perfect to me I dont think i have ever said this before

Blasphemy! Bet there's still lot to do if used as track car.

[edwinm3]

I was about to put a deposit on the new M at a local south FL dealer but I think I just changed my mind after seeing this OMG this thing is just sick!!! I've been a loyal M customer since 1995 when I bought my first M3, went through E46,E90 and now E92 but damn sorry BMW I think you lost me here to Chevy. Don't care if the interior in this thing is made of skunk fur. Car is bad ass

[dmk08]

Originally Posted by edwinm3

I was about to put a deposit on the new M at a local south FL dealer but I think I just changed my mind after seeing this OMG this thing is just sick!!! I've been a loyal M customer since 1995 when I bought my first M3, went through E46,E90 and now E92 but damn sorry BMW I think you lost me here to Chevy. Don't care if the interior in this thing is made of skunk fur. Car is bad ass

Funny. I think the skunk fur seats will only be in the top end trim package.

[AirbusPilot]

I'm guessing the price of the new Z06 will be north of $100k. The C6 ZR1 was, and this car is superior in every way.

[checkmate]

Originally Posted by Blindside_137

Far more interested in this car than the M4.

Originally Posted by edwinm3

I was about to put a deposit on the new M at a local south FL dealer but I think I just changed my mind after seeing this OMG this thing is just sick!!! I've been a loyal M customer since 1995 when I bought my first M3, went through E46,E90 and now E92 but damn sorry BMW I think you lost me here to Chevy. Don't care if the interior in this thing is made of skunk fur. Car is bad ass

[dmk08]

Originally Posted by AirbusPilot

I'm guessing the price of the new Z06 will be north of $100k. The C6 ZR1 was, and this car is superior in every way.

It's noted in this thread a couple times and in the GM video that if you can afford a current Z06 you can afford this one. It says a fully optioned model will be under 100k.

[AirbusPilot]

Originally Posted by dmk08

It's noted in this thread a couple times and in the GM video that if you can afford a current Z06 you can afford this one. It says a fully optioned model will be under 100k.

I'd be pissed if I bought a C6 ZR1 for $120k!

[Antonio1988]

Originally Posted by AirbusPilot

I'd be pissed if I bought a C6 ZR1 for $120k!

[edwinm3]

Originally Posted by AirbusPilot

I'm guessing the price of the new Z06 will be north of $100k. The C6 ZR1 was, and this car is superior in every way.

Well maybe not hopefully, car just looks bad ass, can't wait to see one at the track

[1MOREMOD]

Originally Posted by edwinm3

Well maybe not hopefully, car just looks bad ass, can't wait to see one at the track

Is passing one on the track an option?