M3 to Z06

[Let It Rein]

I always ask about paint care. Guy details, so car has been compounded with M105 and M205 once in 5 years. He keeps coats of Power Lock on it and Sovereign Wax. So, yeah, paint is perfect, which on black, is obv perfect to me. I think even at the premium price, its a buy. Ill know monday!!!! 650 ish at the wheels and if I add cam and headwork, should be close to 700. Thats a beast no matter how you look at it.

[S65NAPWR]

I agree, your search and proof of these C7s is making think about getting one myself one day in the future. It seems like a lot of car for relatively little money and great on the track.

Another car I'm eyeing in a year is the Cayman S that's about to come out. It's looking pretty good, power to weight ratio wise. Another handy track car. Completely different of course from the C7, but another kind of good different.

Too many dang cars and too little time...

[swanson]

Originally Posted by S65NAPWR

I agree, your search and proof of these C7s is making think about getting one myself one day in the future. It seems like a lot of car for relatively little money and great on the track.

Another car I'm eyeing in a year is the Cayman S that's about to come out. It's looking pretty good, power to weight ratio wise. Another handy track car. Completely different of course from the C7, but another kind of good different.

Too many dang cars and too little time...

.....and little money

[skins333]

that black vette looks awesome..would def take the guy up on having his wife deliver it though

[1MOREMOD]

Originally Posted by skins333

that black vette looks awesome..would def take the guy up on having his wife deliver it though

+1

[Let It Rein]

Yeah...I dont think Im gonna push for the delivery option, seeing as how right now, she doesnt care at all that Ive gotten rid of the M3 and Im looking at this now. Not gonna rock the boat.

[krnnerdboy]

For reference, Just picked up my 07 z06 2lz w/ 20k mi from the original owner. 78 year old owner still on the original tires for $41k yesterday.

I had my cousin drive my m6 back from the deal and we had a couple runs...I put 5 car length on him and still pulling on every single run. My m6 has a cat back, rpi intake and evolve stage 2 tune that pulled 465whp on the eas dyno

This thing is a hoot to drive! And the grip this has, even on the run flat good years is astonishing. First mod will be an lpe canister and off to Laguna seca I go. I haven't been this happy about a car purchase ummm....ever. Good luck on your search!

[Mookster]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

For reference, Just picked up my 07 z06 2lz w/ 20k mi from the original owner. 78 year old owner still on the original tires for $41k yesterday.

I had my cousin drive my m6 back from the deal and we had a couple runs...I put 5 car length on him and still pulling on every single run. My m6 has a cat back, rpi intake and evolve stage 2 tune that pulled 465whp on the eas dyno

This thing is a hoot to drive! And the grip this has, even on the run flat good years is astonishing. First mod will be an lpe canister and off to Laguna seca I go. I haven't been this happy about a car purchase ummm....ever. Good luck on your search!

Get off those Goodyear runcraps, night and day difference with better tires.

[krnnerdboy]

Originally Posted by Mookster

Get off those Goodyear runcraps, night and day difference with better tires.

I'm getting Hoosiers, but I'll run the run craps for my first hpde, just to break me in....unless you think it's a bad idea for reasons unknown to me?

[Mookster]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

I'm getting Hoosiers, but I'll run the run craps for my first hpde, just to break me in....unless you think it's a bad idea for reasons unknown to me?

When i first bought my Z06 i felt like you...my god does this car grip and handle. Well, i got rid of second gen runcraps and it was night and difference. Car gripped much better.

I ended up getting new wheels all together so needed bigger tires but before i got new wheels all local told me get better tires...i was like WTF ..my car has 2600 miles at the time(i was still on original GY tires).

On my new tires(non goodyear) i was able to go over 1g fairly regularly and car just felt more planted. I could ever get the car to hook in first gear from a 40 roll and Goodyears i couldnt.

You're right to break yourself in go with those tires but eventually get rid of them and you'll love your car even more.

[swanson]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

For reference, Just picked up my 07 z06 2lz w/ 20k mi from the original owner. 78 year old owner still on the original tires for $41k yesterday.

I had my cousin drive my m6 back from the deal and we had a couple runs...I put 5 car length on him and still pulling on every single run. My m6 has a cat back, rpi intake and evolve stage 2 tune that pulled 465whp on the eas dyno

This thing is a hoot to drive! And the grip this has, even on the run flat good years is astonishing. First mod will be an lpe canister and off to Laguna seca I go. I haven't been this happy about a car purchase ummm....ever. Good luck on your search!

Sweet! congrats. Once you change the run craps out for Michelin PS you'll be further amazed at the handling.

[fusionchicken]

so jealous lol

[konaforever]

I've always wanted to drive a Z06. When the C7 comes out, I'm going to give it a test drive for sure!

[whats77inaname]

Originally Posted by k3silk

Z06 hands down. Although the M3 is a great car for everyday driver and I'm sure at the track its a great controllable car satisfying looks with a little speed. The Z06 will just put a big smile on your face. I sold my E92 M for a family SUV... leaving extra money to get another toy. I got the bug for speed again while looking for a Z06 I came across a 98 supra that I did a single turbo conversion and re tuned for 620 HP to the wheels. I can tell you I never think about my M much anymore this car is crazy strong and to think I was going to spend 10k on a supercharger only to get 500 hp and worry about blowing it every time I start the car. I can smack on this thing all day and only worry about tires. The Z06 is a great car all you have to do is drive it and you will be smilling ear to ear.

I've always lusted after that car, but got the M3 for practicality's sake. I'll be looking for a 6MT MKIV in the next 16 months myself. Thought about an R8 V10, but Supras are still one of the top dogs on the food chain on the street. Quite a ride you picked up

[krnnerdboy]

Bringing them home

[Heps]

Upgrade the heads before the entire engine goes kapoot !! Lots and lots of this happening on the z06 forums

Other wise, nice

[krnnerdboy]

Originally Posted by Heps

Upgrade the heads before the entire engine goes kapoot !! Lots and lots of this happening on the z06 forums

Other wise, nice

I believe your referring to the rocker arm needles and calve seats? Those were from 08-10 models. Besides I picked up a 3/36k gm warranty for 2k. What a joke. I was begging for people to take my $6k for a warranty on my m6. I got declined twice...

And thanks!

[skins333]

Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

Bringing them home

Wow, congrats...now those are some incredible cars

[skxf430]

Originally Posted by Mookster

I ended up getting new wheels all together so needed bigger tires but before i got new wheels all local told me get better tires...i was like WTF ..my car has 2600 miles at the time(i was still on original GY tires).

Mookster,

What tires and wheels did you put on?

[Mookster]

Originally Posted by skxf430

Mookster,

What tires and wheels did you put on?

HRE P40SC with Nitto Invos

[skxf430]

Originally Posted by Mookster

HRE P40SC with Nitto Invos

What size wheels and tires.

Looking to put some new wheels on a new Z06 but the tire selection is kind of limited.

[Mookster]

Originally Posted by skxf430

What size wheels and tires.

Looking to put some new wheels on a new Z06 but the tire selection is kind of limited.

19x10
20x13

285 fronts
345 rears