2006 wishlist!!!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 8,455
Likes: 1
From: Offical CFOT MustangChick Texas
Originally Posted by ivan111
There are compromises for everything but the C6 Z51 ride is smoother that many people expected, if i recall is only 11% stiffer than the base C6.
The C6 Z51s suspension compliance could be a little tighter without approaching a teeth chatering ride quality......
The C6 Z51s suspension compliance could be a little tighter without approaching a teeth chatering ride quality......
agreed... our C6 Z51 is waaay more comfy than our C5 Z51 was. it could be a little tighter... and ride a little less "caddy"... and i wouldn't complain a bit.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 8,455
Likes: 1
From: Offical CFOT MustangChick Texas
Originally Posted by LS1LT1
True, but some of the things on that list ALSO come with compromise.
Compromises in price, extra weight, complexity (ie: even MORE potential warranty issues) etc. To me, more weight and higher prices are HUGE compromises, therefore I am more than willing to do without those extras.
I also love Cadillac style and luxury but I still like fast sports cars even more, but that's just me.
Compromises in price, extra weight, complexity (ie: even MORE potential warranty issues) etc. To me, more weight and higher prices are HUGE compromises, therefore I am more than willing to do without those extras.
I also love Cadillac style and luxury but I still like fast sports cars even more, but that's just me.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 3,316
Likes: 1
From: San Antonio Texas - Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic
Originally Posted by Violet
hehehe, you don't have to be sorry. i *know* my stance on steering wheel controls isn't well supported here in C6 Gen. LOL *shrugs* i also acknowledge the corvette "team's" stance that you pointed out... so i know i won't be getting 'em anytime soon. but hey, a girl can dream right? 
oh, and ps - one more "bus" crack and i'm gonna push the 4Lo button and driiiiiive right up over your hood. 
LOL LOL LOL LOL
oh, and ps - one more "bus" crack and i'm gonna push the 4Lo button and driiiiiive right up over your hood.
LOL LOL LOL LOL
You're right, it's not a bus, that's not big enough, it's an RV
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,015
Likes: 0
From: Granby CT
find the whole thing amusing. People fight steering wheel buttons but won't do without key FOBs and most order Onstar and Nav and HUD are big hits.
If it were only a track car, don't need way to change radio without taking hands off of wheel. Real world on the street, anything to make easier to keep the task at hand (driving) better. Don't need fobs or Onstar
If it were only a track car, don't need way to change radio without taking hands off of wheel. Real world on the street, anything to make easier to keep the task at hand (driving) better. Don't need fobs or Onstar
Team Owner
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 27,254
Likes: 137
From: Short Hills, NJ
Originally Posted by Violet
i agree with you, in theory... i'm a li'l speed freak myself. that being said... though I agree in theory, i tend to question in *practice* just how much weight or complexity aluminum v plastic trim, chrome on the wheels, or a plastic 6 disc cd changer could add. i would contend not nearly enough to have *any* measurable affect on performance.
Originally Posted by carjon
find the whole thing amusing. People fight steering wheel buttons but won't do without key FOBs and most order Onstar and Nav and HUD are big hits.
If it were only a track car, don't need way to change radio without taking hands off of wheel. Real world on the street, anything to make easier to keep the task at hand (driving) better. Don't need fobs or Onstar
If it were only a track car, don't need way to change radio without taking hands off of wheel. Real world on the street, anything to make easier to keep the task at hand (driving) better. Don't need fobs or Onstar
Sometimes, less is more.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 8,455
Likes: 1
From: Offical CFOT MustangChick Texas
Originally Posted by LS1LT1
True, but you're talking to a guy that removes his cigarette lighter at the track to save weight so yes in my world, every ounce counts!
...let me drive! i guarantee i'm at LEAST 50lbs lighter than you. what's the "rule of thumb"? every 100lbs = ~0.1/sec in the 1/4?there ya go... that's a lot of cigarette lighters.
Team Owner
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 27,254
Likes: 137
From: Short Hills, NJ
Originally Posted by Violet
well hell, if you wanna go THAT Far... ...let me drive! i guarantee i'm at LEAST 50lbs lighter than you. what's the "rule of thumb"? every 100lbs = ~0.1/sec in the 1/4?
there ya go... that's a lot of cigarette lighters.
...let me drive! i guarantee i'm at LEAST 50lbs lighter than you. what's the "rule of thumb"? every 100lbs = ~0.1/sec in the 1/4?there ya go... that's a lot of cigarette lighters.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,015
Likes: 0
From: Granby CT
Corvette has come a long way from the reputation of past of a big engine and not much else. It now serves as luxury sport vehicle and track. Look at the options people want and put on. Polished wheels - luxury/looks; exhaust systems not for added HP but because they sound great. Don't get me wrong - I agree with people but then they say steering wheel shouldn't have buttons.
Fortunately, there is enough variations so everyone is happy.
Fortunately, there is enough variations so everyone is happy.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
5 Best & 5 Worst Corvette Daily Drivers
Joe Kucinski
The Headlights of Every Corvette Generation Explained
Joe Kucinski
5 Best & 5 Most Overrated Corvette Track Packages of All Time!
Joe Kucinski
Every 2027 Corvette Engine Explained
Joe Kucinski
Designer Imagines A Corvette That Looks More Like a Corvette Than the Corvette
Verdad Gallardo
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 6,262
Likes: 2
From: 39.0N 105.1W
Let me add my $.02 here:
- passenger side mirror with the option to tilt down when tranny is in reverse - comes in handy at times on my BMW.
- color of center console trim and DIC/HUD pods look like after thoughts to me - paint either to match or compliment interior color scheme.
- door sill plates offered as an accessory should be standard equipment.
- some means of securing cargo in rear hatch area (i.e. tie-down points or full-sized net).
- smaller diameter steering wheel.
- DIC controls for fuel and gages info on the steering wheel - seems safer than fumbling behind the wheel pushing buttons with one hand and steering with the other.
- flare fenders enough to lessen the number of rock chips behind wheels.
- passenger side mirror with the option to tilt down when tranny is in reverse - comes in handy at times on my BMW.
- color of center console trim and DIC/HUD pods look like after thoughts to me - paint either to match or compliment interior color scheme.
- door sill plates offered as an accessory should be standard equipment.
- some means of securing cargo in rear hatch area (i.e. tie-down points or full-sized net).
- smaller diameter steering wheel.
- DIC controls for fuel and gages info on the steering wheel - seems safer than fumbling behind the wheel pushing buttons with one hand and steering with the other.
- flare fenders enough to lessen the number of rock chips behind wheels.
Race Director
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 10,516
Likes: 2
From: Virginia Bch VA
Cruise-In VI Veteran
Cruise-In VII Veteran
St. Jude Donor '06
Brushed Alum
"Real brushed aluminum for center console"
Is avail from www.ExoticWoodDash.com as a flat pannel only for now.
Is avail from www.ExoticWoodDash.com as a flat pannel only for now.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 5,531
Likes: 1,944
From: Austin Texas
* Passenger side mirror that is flat like the drivers side mirror. I have 2 cars with flat side mirrors and 3 cars with curved "object is farther than it appears" mirrors. The flat mirrors give a much better view to the rear AND when positioned correctly do not give up on the view to the rear. This 'option' would cost basically zero.
* Big Brake option :: either 4 pistons front and rear or 6 pistons front and 4 pistons rear. This option will come with air ducts that actully channel air to the rotors and calipers. Optional option to turn off ABS for track use*.
* Specific paint option (around $5000). You send BG a sample, they match the car to the sample.
Mitch
[*] I am aware that ABS equipted cars will stop faster in race conditions. However, novice drivers will learn track-braking faster with ABS disabled than with ABS enabled.
* Big Brake option :: either 4 pistons front and rear or 6 pistons front and 4 pistons rear. This option will come with air ducts that actully channel air to the rotors and calipers. Optional option to turn off ABS for track use*.
* Specific paint option (around $5000). You send BG a sample, they match the car to the sample.
Mitch
[*] I am aware that ABS equipted cars will stop faster in race conditions. However, novice drivers will learn track-braking faster with ABS disabled than with ABS enabled.
