[Z06] Upgrade to ZR1 or newer Z06
12-18-2014, 08:00 AM
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Upgrade to ZR1 or newer Z06
I have an 08Z now, I want to upgrade to something newer, should I buy an 09 ZR1 with no warrenty, or 11 Z06 with warrenty? Would love some thoughts on it.
12-18-2014, 08:54 AM
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Drifting
Keep what you have.
12-18-2014, 10:00 AM
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A color I would enjoy more, not to mention mag ride control, and carbon fiber package.
12-18-2014, 11:40 AM
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Drifting
I never understand these threads. Go drive them all and make your choice it's that simple. Clearly money isn't the #1 issue here if you're willing to sell your car to get the same (and more expensive) car.
12-18-2014, 02:23 PM
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Racer
Last month I was on the same boat as you! Only its my first Vette and it was a 2010 ZR1 and a 2011 Carbon Edition Z06. The price deference between the two was $4k more for the ZR1 that didn't make the difference in my choice.
I Got the Z06 for a few reasons
1) warranty until late July 2016
2) love the newer interior over the ZR1 with the suede leather, blue stitching and the carbon embroidered seats etc.
3) got all original paperwork with car including the carbon decals.
4) 427
5) and it is basically a ZR1 without the motor. It has the Splitters, carbon ceramic brakes, hood etc.
Good luck with your choice
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12-18-2014, 02:59 PM
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ZR1 unless you prefer the 427. It's your money...do what you want. 
12-18-2014, 03:43 PM
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I own three Corvettes - a bone stock 2006 Z06, a red 2007 with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that I drive almost exclusively at the drag strip (the one shown in my avatar) and a black 2007 also with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that sees an equal mix of street and strip.
I recently turned 50 and was considering renting an exotic for a few days but decided against it for several reasons - 1) I'd probably never be able to drive it fast enough on the street to truly enjoy it 2) I'd probably lose my deposit if the car comes back with so much as a new stone chip and 3) I've already got three very fast cars so how much fun would I truly have.
My CPA (who also happens to be a really good friend) bought a 2013 ZR1 this spring and after half-jokingly asking if I could borrow it for a few days he surprised me by saying yes.
The end result was somewhat bittersweet in that while I totally loved having the car for what ended up being 5 full days, I kinda wish that I only borrowed it for a few hours instead. The reason for that feeling - the car was FREAKING awesome to drive but now my Z06 actually feels kinda slow.
I've never been a fan of a supercharged cars but if I had the money I would buy even a 2009 ZR1 in a heartbeat. The transmission and clutch is amazingly smooth, the different transmission gearing makes the car noticeably more responsive even in 6th gear on the freeway and when you get on it hard it'll pin you back in the seat more than my Z06 has ever done.
My initial take was the only noticeable difference between the two cars would be the extra 128 HP since everything else was similar, but if you've never had a chance to drive a ZR1 you're really missing out.
If it was me in your position I'd definitely go for the ZR1 because while you would be gaining a warranty with the Z06, I think you'd get a lot more enjoyment putting that extra money towards something that'd be a ton more fun to drive.
Hope this helps.
Christopher
12-18-2014, 04:06 PM
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Not sure if my recent experience will help, but here goes.
I own three Corvettes - a bone stock 2006 Z06, a red 2007 with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that I drive almost exclusively at the drag strip (the one shown in my avatar) and a black 2007 also with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that sees an equal mix of street and strip.
I recently turned 50 and was considering renting an exotic for a few days but decided against it for several reasons - 1) I'd probably never be able to drive it fast enough on the street to truly enjoy it 2) I'd probably lose my deposit if the car comes back with so much as a new stone chip and 3) I've already got three very fast cars so how much fun would I truly have.
My CPA (who also happens to be a really good friend) bought a 2013 ZR1 this spring and after half-jokingly asking if I could borrow it for a few days he surprised me by saying yes.
The end result was somewhat bittersweet in that while I totally loved having the car for what ended up being 5 full days, I kinda wish that I only borrowed it for a few hours instead. The reason for that feeling - the car was FREAKING awesome to drive but now my Z06 actually feels kinda slow.
I've never been a fan of a supercharged cars but if I had the money I would buy even a 2009 ZR1 in a heartbeat. The transmission and clutch is amazingly smooth, the different transmission gearing makes the car noticeably more responsive even in 6th gear on the freeway and when you get on it hard it'll pin you back in the seat more than my Z06 has ever done.
My initial take was the only noticeable difference between the two cars would be the extra 128 HP since everything else was similar, but if you've never had a chance to drive a ZR1 you're really missing out.
If it was me in your position I'd definitely go for the ZR1 because while you would be gaining a warranty with the Z06, I think you'd get a lot more enjoyment putting that extra money towards something that'd be a ton more fun to drive.
Hope this helps.
Christopher
I own three Corvettes - a bone stock 2006 Z06, a red 2007 with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that I drive almost exclusively at the drag strip (the one shown in my avatar) and a black 2007 also with an LS7/A6 drivetrain that sees an equal mix of street and strip.
I recently turned 50 and was considering renting an exotic for a few days but decided against it for several reasons - 1) I'd probably never be able to drive it fast enough on the street to truly enjoy it 2) I'd probably lose my deposit if the car comes back with so much as a new stone chip and 3) I've already got three very fast cars so how much fun would I truly have.
My CPA (who also happens to be a really good friend) bought a 2013 ZR1 this spring and after half-jokingly asking if I could borrow it for a few days he surprised me by saying yes.
The end result was somewhat bittersweet in that while I totally loved having the car for what ended up being 5 full days, I kinda wish that I only borrowed it for a few hours instead. The reason for that feeling - the car was FREAKING awesome to drive but now my Z06 actually feels kinda slow.
I've never been a fan of a supercharged cars but if I had the money I would buy even a 2009 ZR1 in a heartbeat. The transmission and clutch is amazingly smooth, the different transmission gearing makes the car noticeably more responsive even in 6th gear on the freeway and when you get on it hard it'll pin you back in the seat more than my Z06 has ever done.
My initial take was the only noticeable difference between the two cars would be the extra 128 HP since everything else was similar, but if you've never had a chance to drive a ZR1 you're really missing out.
If it was me in your position I'd definitely go for the ZR1 because while you would be gaining a warranty with the Z06, I think you'd get a lot more enjoyment putting that extra money towards something that'd be a ton more fun to drive.
Hope this helps.
Christopher
12-18-2014, 04:08 PM
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The deciding factor between the carbon z06 and the zr1 should be wether or not you want a na 427 engine or a super charged. If you choose the z06 than you would need to buy some bolt ons to even it out..
12-18-2014, 08:10 PM
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12-18-2014, 08:12 PM
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OP get the ZR1. I am considering doing the same. I just can't like the new C7 styling or I would consider a new Z next year.
12-18-2014, 10:03 PM
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