New ZR1 is a fine machine, but....

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Jan 24, 2008 | 09:38 AM

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So then on that assertion all other high hp cars w/ engine in the front are wrong (ie. Vette, Viper etc...)?
Anyway I can't afford a Ford GT so no need to think about it.
Believe it or not for a 4200 lbs sedan it handles pretty good. It does devower all other 4 dr sedans out there.

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Jan 24, 2008 | 08:28 PM

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I dont think the pricepoint is as good as you think. One thing (I dont have any data on the ZR1 obviously) is they depreciate quickly so your 100K can turn into 35 K fairly rapidly. Secondly they are not built as well as a Porsche or a BMW. So in a few years they rattle buzz like a behive, Using the 2002 Z06s that I have had the pleasure of driving I wouldnt expect much different from these C6's. Given that, I think 70-80K is alot given the reliability and quality factor of these cars. sure the performance numbers look good given the initial price and the group of vehicles that have that kind of performance. But I dont know any other car in that group that decpreciates that fast. An 04 GT3 is still worth in the 70K range and you can get a 03 Z06 for less than 30K. Given the whole picture I dont think they are really in the same category.
PLUS that doesnt even consider that Mr Goodwrench is going to be working on
YOUR 100K(not including premium) chevy!!!!

I think the ZR1 will be awesome. Chevy or not, I think there will be a big following for it. Who cares about depreciation? I certainly don't buy cars thinking about what it will be worth later. BTW, my 03 996TT had a rattle buzz like a behive as well. I think over time all cars, especially sports cars will have it's fair share of squeaks and rattles. I think you will be surprised when this car comes out. GM has come a long way in their build quality and design. Just my $.02.

Jan 24, 2008 | 11:02 PM

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The vette is a lot of performance for the money but the driving experince is not even close to a 911. If it was, we'd all be driving 'vettes instead. Oh yea, and I don't know if the vette will ever be able to shake that gold chain image.

For me, every time I've thought it might be the way to go because of the on paper specs and relative low cost, I go drive one and then I know it's not for me. It's kinda like eating KFC: after a few years you think you want some, and then you eat it, and then you remember why it was so long since you late ate some.

Jan 24, 2008 | 11:24 PM

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Hey Joey @Fabspeed, the Z06 sounds solid and smooth. Good growl.

Here is my M5 w/ a custom exhaust, not from any of the known companies. Done by ASR Engineering. Enjoy the runs:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6EmBc25RBQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG-h1LYdMlE

No drone at all. This car is used to go to dinner and get groceries.

Cheers,
GT3Ranger...Juan

SO SICK Juan... Stg 3 ASR is with Nitrous?

Jan 25, 2008 | 05:58 AM

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Hmmmm, let's see, my $134,000 MSRP 01 996TT with 21K miles is now worth ~$50K. Not exactly stellar resale. So I guess I'll put up with the dash and door rattles a little longer.