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b4i4getit 08-15-2009 01:37 PM

2007 vs 2008 Z06
 
Besides being one year newer is there any major reason to consider a 2008 Z06 over a 2007 model ? Both vehicles are low mileage and appear to be in good condition. I would appreciate your responses.

Moss 08-15-2009 02:22 PM

The only major changes they made are to the steering which offer a better feel IMO, and a different transmission.

Minor change.... I like the "carbon fiber look" center console better..

Landru 08-15-2009 02:32 PM


Originally Posted by Moss (Post 1571148970)
The only magior changes they made are to the steering which offer a better feel IMO, and a different transmission...Minor change...I like the "carbon fiber look" center console better.

:iagree:

Plus read this thread: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z...breakdown.html

In addition to the above thread?
Be SURE YOU TELL the dealer to check, and certify in writing neither car's ever had a "tune". Y'hear? :yesnod:

"Tunes" and other modification(s), in case you didn't know, void the warranty. One never wants to find out their car's warranty has been rendered useless if and/or when they need it with one of these car. :thumbs:

Good luck, the Zs are an indescribably great car. :cheers:

b4i4getit 08-15-2009 09:45 PM

:ack:

Originally Posted by Landru (Post 1571149043)
:iagree:

Plus read this thread: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z...breakdown.html

In addition to the above thread?
Be SURE YOU TELL the dealer to check, and certify in writing neither car's ever had a "tune". Y'hear? :yesnod:

"Tunes" and other modification(s), in case you didn't know, void the warranty. One never wants to find out their car's warranty has been rendered useless if and/or when they need it with one of these car. :thumbs:

Good luck, the Zs are an indescribably great car. :cheers:

Thanks. I am cautious about the tune issue as well. :ack:

stone150 08-15-2009 10:36 PM


Originally Posted by Moss (Post 1571148970)
The only magior changes they made are to the steering which offer a better feel IMO, and a different transmission.

Minor change.... I like the "carbon fiber look" center console better..

and the FOB

Turbooo2u 08-16-2009 02:06 AM


Originally Posted by b4i4getit (Post 1571152636)
:ack:

Thanks. I am cautious about the tune issue as well. :ack:

It also depends on the relationship you have with your dealer. I had my 05's clutch replaced OUT OF WARRANTY at no charge to me even though the car was MODDED to the MAX including HEADS AND CAM.:eek:

Vito.A 08-16-2009 04:06 PM

The 2007 Z06 is a great car, but the main problem is most used 2007's are priced very close and sometimes higher than the 2008 Z06 cars.

OnPoint 08-16-2009 08:56 PM

Just me - but given the closeness in price, I'd avoid 07s and whole rocker issue with it.

BigDaveDogg 08-16-2009 08:57 PM


Originally Posted by Vito.A (Post 1571159250)
The 2007 Z06 is a great car, but the main problem is most used 2007's are priced very close and sometimes higher than the 2008 Z06 cars.

Hmm...where are you shopping for z06's?

OnPoint 08-16-2009 08:57 PM

Just me - but I'd avoid the 07s and the whole rocker issue.

mercruiser 08-16-2009 10:45 PM

I'd probably buy the '07, replace the rockers with an OEM set, and not have to deal with possible tranny problems.

JCPerformance 07-23-2010 11:53 AM

Sorry, I know this is old, but what was the rocker issue with the '07's?

VetteVinnie 07-23-2010 11:57 AM


Originally Posted by JCPerformance (Post 1574787557)
Sorry, I know this is old, but what was the rocker issue with the '07's?

Look at the stickies at the top of the forum here.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z...ngs-issue.html

JCPerformance 07-23-2010 12:27 PM


Originally Posted by EViL427 (Post 1574787611)
Look at the stickies at the top of the forum here.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z...ngs-issue.html

Thanks!--Sorry.

BADZ 07-23-2010 12:30 PM

07's are faster!!!!

blaine123 07-23-2010 01:05 PM


Originally Posted by BADZ (Post 1574787958)
07's are faster!!!!

I'm pretty sure the 06's are faster.... esp. in the HP/$$

JTS97Z28 07-23-2010 01:15 PM

The 06 and 07's are more closely related. Why not consider an 06? Some killer deals can be had on insane low mileage cars plus they are pretty solid cars with no rocker issues that have been found on some 07's.
My friend bought a 06 2LZ with 1500 miles!!!!!!! for 44K with warranty!

45Z06 07-26-2010 08:36 PM

I agree with JTS97Z28, I just picked up an '06 with 14k miles in absolute MINT condition for $41,500. Oh and it had a Bassani exhaust which was a nice bonus.


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