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Old 06-26-2016, 01:29 PM
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Default I need advise, should I buy a second Z06?

So I have a DOM 3LT Z06 ( Not a Z07 ). I have two homes that a spend a good amount of time in. Trailering is not an option for me anyway. I would like another sports car and for the $$$ nothing compares to a Z06, there is like nothing dollar for dollar that matches up. Any who, do you think its stupid to have 2--Z06's in this situation, different colors of course?

Any other thoughts on some other car's to look at? I was thinking CTS-V, maybe a Viper, or a HellCat. I do not think I would be happy though with these three

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Get the second one in a different transmission than your current one. Would be cool to have 2 of them. Enjoy!
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How about waiting for a the C6 Z/28 that should be out soon?

If it's anything like the C5 it will be a blast.
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I have a 2011 SS/RS Green Camaro, 1700 miles on it.........so slow.......LOL

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Change it up. I'd get a used Porsche GT3, Gen V Viper, C6 ZR1, or Mustang GT350. In that order.
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Originally Posted by soulsea
How about waiting for a the C6 Z/28 that should be out soon?

If it's anything like the C5 it will be a blast.
I agree, but I think you mean a Gen 5 or Gen 6 Z/28 Camaro.
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Originally Posted by Paulchristian
Change it up. I'd get a used Porsche GT3, Gen V Viper, C6 ZR1, or Mustang GT350. In that order.


I have four cars(three are Corvettes) in my garage and no two are the same. I didn't select the "best" Corvette and then buy two more just like it.
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Originally Posted by JoesC5


I have four cars(three are Corvettes) in my garage and no two are the same. I didn't select the "best" Corvette and then buy two more just like it.
I've seen them in a previous post from you about a year or so ago. They are beautiful. I would have recommended he get a 63-67 stingray but I assume he's looking for a new car. Nothing better than a 63-67 stingray, IMO. Was and will always be the ultimate generation.
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Originally Posted by Paulchristian
Change it up. I'd get a used Porsche GT3, Gen V Viper, C6 ZR1, or Mustang GT350. In that order.
I have a viper and now bought a C7 for daily driver.
Like features about both.
C7 is a better bang for the buck IMHO.
They both are fast.
Maybe wait for the C8 ?


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^^^ 1 of 1 program? Thinking of ordering another snake too.
I like the Mustang SVO in the background too!
Nice cars!
Cheers, b
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Change it up. Maybe a Viper or a classic car. I love my new Z, the Viper and the old Vettes. Variety is more interesting. Completely different driving experiences and it's nice to have some cars that don't depreciate as rapidly as a new Z.

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I also hear these are a shipload of fun: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Ben...m=112019185801

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The C7 ZR1/Zora - or whatever they're going to call - may arrive in a year or two.

That might be fun. Although it doesn't answer the question in the present sense.
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I'd add a CTS-V for the added room, back seat, and business functionality yet maintain the drivetrain of the Z06.
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I love my Z06, but variety is the spice of life. I'd go for a Viper, or Hellcat...or GT350.
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Originally Posted by JoesC5


I have four cars(three are Corvettes) in my garage and no two are the same. I didn't select the "best" Corvette and then buy two more just like it.
If these where going in the same garage I would get something different, period. These are not going in the same garage, two separate locations thousands of miles apart.....In the end you may have two of the same car, but you only have one accessible to drive.

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A Viper would be pretty tempting. NA, and they won't be built for much longer - and who knows if they'll come back.

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acr with the extreme track package. viper also has some very cool colors. or a Porsche, Ferrari, lambo, McLaren, maybe used if wanting to keep the price down.. gallardo is beautiful. if z06 then callaway and different tranny and convertible... definitely get something very different with this opportunity... mustang gt350r, new Camaro, hellcat.. tesla, BMW i8, so many cool cars to choose from nowadays.. what is your price limit? no matter what car you have it is a shame to just get another one. i love my z07 but I would not get a second no matter what car I had unless maybe it was mostly for my lady.

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It depends on your income. Personally, as someone with 3-4 cars at each of two different houses, I find "switching" cars is more fun.
If money is an issue and if you are prepared to spend about the same price, why not a Cadillac CTS V? I have one and ordered a new one and find it to be my "go to car" even when a Bentley and Ferrari are parked next to it. Best

Originally Posted by NotEnoughToys
So I have a DOM 3LT Z06 ( Not a Z07 ). I have two homes that a spend a good amount of time in. Trailering is not an option for me anyway. I would like another sports car and for the $$$ nothing compares to a Z06, there is like nothing dollar for dollar that matches up. Any who, do you think its stupid to have 2--Z06's in this situation, different colors of course?

Any other thoughts on some other car's to look at? I was thinking CTS-V, maybe a Viper, or a HellCat. I do not think I would be happy though with these three
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I would not take a step backwards.
Get another Z06.


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