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Old May 22, 2021 | 08:26 PM
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awesome...how do you like the ZL1 in comparison to the Z06? I only have one garage space for a toy and a newer ZL1 is an upgrade i've kicked around, have a '02 EB Z06 right now with 30K miles
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Old May 22, 2021 | 08:53 PM
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Amazing machines! You have great taste in cars!
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awesome...how do you like the ZL1 in comparison to the Z06? I only have one garage space for a toy and a newer ZL1 is an upgrade i've kicked around, have a '02 EB Z06 right now with 30K miles
Its kinda hard to compare the two cars, I have the 1LE version which makes it really more of a sports car. If I had to choose one it would be the ZL1. The Camaro is just an insane handling power machine. I feel so confident behind the wheel. The 6 speed is amazing, the power is amazing. I feel as if Im part of the road when Im driving. I had a C7 Z06 and while it had the same engine it was a handful to handle. With that said Im by far a Corvette guy and had to add a Corvette to fill that void I had. I truly enjoy the raw feeling of the Z06 and the feel of the car and like being able to enjoy both. The Corvette gives a smoother ride then the Camaro as the 1LE is designed for the track but isn't as bad as most people say but our roads are pretty good here. If you could get the ZLE 6 speed I would go in that direction given one choice. But I'll always have a Vette in the garage as well. Couple of good videos out on these cars to watch.


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Sold my C6 and C7 Corvettes because I wanted another C5 Z06. Love them the best. Just something about it. Congrats on the new car.
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Originally Posted by pauly1119
Its kinda hard to compare the two cars, I have the 1LE version which makes it really more of a sports car. If I had to choose one it would be the ZL1. The Camaro is just an insane handling power machine. I feel so confident behind the wheel. The 6 speed is amazing, the power is amazing. I feel as if Im part of the road when Im driving. I had a C7 Z06 and while it had the same engine it was a handful to handle. With that said Im by far a Corvette guy and had to add a Corvette to fill that void I had. I truly enjoy the raw feeling of the Z06 and the feel of the car and like being able to enjoy both. The Corvette gives a smoother ride then the Camaro as the 1LE is designed for the track but isn't as bad as most people say but our roads are pretty good here. If you could get the ZLE 6 speed I would go in that direction given one choice. But I'll always have a Vette in the garage as well. Couple of good videos out on these cars to watch.
Thanks! I have heard a few people that have owned both the ZL1 Camaro and a C7 say the ZL1 or or even the base SS is a better car for them, its a great platform

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