How many Z06's are tracked?
10-09-2015, 01:40 PM
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How many Z06's are tracked?
I was surprised to see that 39.3% of 2015 Z06s were Z07 package. Would anyone venture a guess at what percentage of 2015 Z06s have been to the track? Are a bunch of Z07 buyers just wanting the look or a loaded car but not intending to track?
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Theo Harris (10-16-2015)
10-09-2015, 02:07 PM
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10-09-2015, 02:20 PM
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The best indicator of the "number" of cars tracked, which is CRUDE at best, is my track times thread. Clearly, the thread is only an indicator of users who have chosen to participate, and who are members of this forum. In addition, there is only a percentage of users who are Z07 equipped.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...imes-here.html
Keep in mind though, these are street cars, simply with enhanced track capability. If someone chooses a Z07 I don't think that BINDS them to track day use. Running in a lot of canyon roads, both out west and in certain areas of Tennessee will work a car to brake fade, while staying within legal limits. Let's be real though, the Z07 with a removable top isn't exactly a racecar...this was a car for 55+ yr old/110k/yr buyers who want their hair in the wind....it's a ZR1 with a targa and an auto tranny.
When you start taking **** off the car, then you're selling me a track car. Think GT3RS, Viper ACR...Z07 is not.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...imes-here.html
Keep in mind though, these are street cars, simply with enhanced track capability. If someone chooses a Z07 I don't think that BINDS them to track day use. Running in a lot of canyon roads, both out west and in certain areas of Tennessee will work a car to brake fade, while staying within legal limits. Let's be real though, the Z07 with a removable top isn't exactly a racecar...this was a car for 55+ yr old/110k/yr buyers who want their hair in the wind....it's a ZR1 with a targa and an auto tranny.
When you start taking **** off the car, then you're selling me a track car. Think GT3RS, Viper ACR...Z07 is not.
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10-09-2015, 04:32 PM
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and even I know that is not true.
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10-09-2015, 04:40 PM
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Race Director
I didn't pay an additional $8,000 for looks and I'm certain that most of the Z07 buyers did not either. OBTW, Mine has run the Silver State Classic, the track at Inde Motorsports Ranch and the track at Spring Mouintain and NEVER overheated. If some of the sages here are correct that makes my Z06/Z06 the only one in America that is tracked and even I know that is not true.
and even I know that is not true.
10-09-2015, 07:30 PM
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Le Mans Master
I'm going to go opposite and theorize that I'm "quite certain" as with most Z06's, most will never see a racetrack. They are street cars with limited track capability.
10-09-2015, 08:36 PM
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Most tracks won't allow a vert on without a roll bar so I scratch my head as to why anyone would buy a vert Z06 with the Z07 option. Street bragging rights?
10-09-2015, 08:53 PM
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Scraping the splitter.
That being said, I'd never run a 'vert on-track.
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10-09-2015, 09:07 PM
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From what I get from talking to couple guys is they basically said they didnt care it made it worse for the street they werent going to drive it much and wanted all the options saying they believe it help its value..
10-09-2015, 09:13 PM
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I'll never understand this fascination that some have about how others spend their money ... but then again, going by this post, I'm fascinated by other people's absurd behavior. Irony noted.
Still, I wonder if those who overtly or tacitly judge others for purchasing a vehicle that has capabilities and options unrelated to their practical needs, like purchasing a Z07 (vert or not) when they won't track it, if those same people judging go around wearing a sack of potatoes. Because that would be functional, and in most cases wearing anything else is simply done for looks.
I know it's shocking right? Someone buying something just because they like the way it looks, and with their own money to boot. Well, that's something you just won't stand for!
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Still, I wonder if those who overtly or tacitly judge others for purchasing a vehicle that has capabilities and options unrelated to their practical needs, like purchasing a Z07 (vert or not) when they won't track it, if those same people judging go around wearing a sack of potatoes. Because that would be functional, and in most cases wearing anything else is simply done for looks.
I know it's shocking right? Someone buying something just because they like the way it looks, and with their own money to boot. Well, that's something you just won't stand for!
#thisisayouissue
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10-09-2015, 09:15 PM
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The best indicator of the "number" of cars tracked, which is CRUDE at best, is my track times thread. Clearly, the thread is only an indicator of users who have chosen to participate, and who are members of this forum. In addition, there is only a percentage of users who are Z07 equipped.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...imes-here.html
Keep in mind though, these are street cars, simply with enhanced track capability. If someone chooses a Z07 I don't think that BINDS them to track day use. Running in a lot of canyon roads, both out west and in certain areas of Tennessee will work a car to brake fade, while staying within legal limits. Let's be real though, the Z07 with a removable top isn't exactly a racecar...this was a car for 55+ yr old/110k/yr buyers who want their hair in the wind....it's a ZR1 with a targa and an auto tranny.
When you start taking **** off the car, then you're selling me a track car. Think GT3RS, Viper ACR...Z07 is not.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...imes-here.html
Keep in mind though, these are street cars, simply with enhanced track capability. If someone chooses a Z07 I don't think that BINDS them to track day use. Running in a lot of canyon roads, both out west and in certain areas of Tennessee will work a car to brake fade, while staying within legal limits. Let's be real though, the Z07 with a removable top isn't exactly a racecar...this was a car for 55+ yr old/110k/yr buyers who want their hair in the wind....it's a ZR1 with a targa and an auto tranny.
When you start taking **** off the car, then you're selling me a track car. Think GT3RS, Viper ACR...Z07 is not.
But yeah most just want the name.. They drive maybe 2,000 miles a year never break the speed limit.. never break a G on any turn..
I would guess like 25% see the track once or twice.. 5 to 10% see it regularly. I have run into couple other Z06 at the track.
10-09-2015, 09:19 PM
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Your not overheating the stock Z06 brakes on canyon road unless you are bragging the brake..
But yeah most just want the name.. They drive maybe 2,000 miles a year never break the speed limit.. never break a G on any turn..
I would guess like 25% see the track once or twice.. 5 to 10% see it regularly. I have run into couple other Z06 at the track.
But yeah most just want the name.. They drive maybe 2,000 miles a year never break the speed limit.. never break a G on any turn..
I would guess like 25% see the track once or twice.. 5 to 10% see it regularly. I have run into couple other Z06 at the track.
That said, the Z07 brakes are nice for the dusting factor.
What's interesting is that a lot of the guys on here tracking the car (myself included) didn't get the Z07 package.
10-09-2015, 10:00 PM
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Most Corvette drivers no matter what the model are terrified of pushing their car. It is almost a given that all they do is drive them to cruise ins and sit in lawn chairs beside them. Then they talk about how great of a car it is. For some reason buying a car with all the options became a major rage in the late 70s/early 80s. At that time we had the C4 Z51 and all of the non track people were buying the Z51 and complaining about its lumber wagon ride. I tried one and it actually rode better than my 71 LS6 Coupe which came with the older heavy duty suspension.
About 5% of the Z07 optioned cars will ever see a track or be pushed any faster than a standard econo car grocery getter.
Bill
About 5% of the Z07 optioned cars will ever see a track or be pushed any faster than a standard econo car grocery getter.
Bill
10-09-2015, 10:24 PM
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10-09-2015, 10:34 PM
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10-09-2015, 10:54 PM
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Most Corvette drivers no matter what the model are terrified of pushing their car. It is almost a given that all they do is drive them to cruise ins and sit in lawn chairs beside them. Then they talk about how great of a car it is. For some reason buying a car with all the options became a major rage in the late 70s/early 80s. At that time we had the C4 Z51 and all of the non track people were buying the Z51 and complaining about its lumber wagon ride. I tried one and it actually rode better than my 71 LS6 Coupe which came with the older heavy duty suspension.
About 5% of the Z07 optioned cars will ever see a track or be pushed any faster than a standard econo car grocery getter.
Bill
About 5% of the Z07 optioned cars will ever see a track or be pushed any faster than a standard econo car grocery getter.
Bill
My question is how many of the 5% are blowing motors and overheating in the case of the a8's ?