How Smooth?
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From: fort worth Texas
Yes i have, definitely a difference between F55 and Z51,much smoother with F55 in cruise mode. I added the Z51 sways from Finchner which made it more beefer in turns,but the overall effect is more solid, sorta the best of both worlds. Z51 was too harsh for me on long trips,especially since my wife would drive part of them,good luck 
Racer
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From: New York
I drove them both but not back to back and not on the same roads. The F55 was definitely smoother but the Z51 was far from harsh. The Z51 felt more compliant than an M3 or 911 if that gives you a useful point of reference. Take off from a standing stop was a bit easier in the Z51 due to the slightly different gearing. I went with the F55.
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From: Rancho Mirage CA
Originally Posted by ShaftaaC6
Yes i have, definitely a difference between F55 and Z51,much smoother with F55 in cruise mode. I added the Z51 sways from Finchner which made it more beefer in turns,but the overall effect is more solid, sorta the best of both worlds. Z51 was too harsh for me on long trips,especially since my wife would drive part of them,good luck
I have the same combo, F55 with Z51 sway bars. I drove the Z51 it was good but I personally prefer the F55 option.
Racer
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From: Gilroy CA
Originally Posted by RED VET 1987
Anyone personally felt the difference in ride between F55 vs Z51?
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From: Henderson Nevada
Originally Posted by Gman in NC
Wonder how the F55 in touring mode and the base compare to each other. Anyone experience that?
That said, if you're looking for a smooth ride, buy something else. The Corvette is not harsh by any stretch of the imagination, but it will never rival a sedan, either.
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From: Westford Ma.
Originally Posted by mforman42
Drove them back to back. Not really that much difference in compliance. Because the 'Vette has a stout structure with plenty of wheel travel, it will not cause the bone-rattling, teeth gritting feel of earlier versions, even over harsh pavement.
That said, if you're looking for a smooth ride, buy something else. The Corvette is not harsh by any stretch of the imagination, but it will never rival a sedan, either.
That said, if you're looking for a smooth ride, buy something else. The Corvette is not harsh by any stretch of the imagination, but it will never rival a sedan, either.