JwT

Looks like GM is trying to attract the Grand Sport crowd by introducing the new convertible Z06. Maybe it's not new but I just learned they are going to produce them. Not sure of the pricing or how popular the car will be but it's on the way. I wonder why there was never a convertible option for the ZR1 considering how well the 2013 Z went over. Thoughts?....or...not!

starchedup

According to the write ups on the new C7, its because no other vette has had as strong a chassis to support a convertible.

I'm still a purist.. I don't think REAL sports cars should EVER be convertibles. Leave that for the base model. JMO

TT32VGT

I wouldve rathered see a zr1

forg0tmypen

With the ability to do a targa with this newest z06, I'd think a vert is kind of redundant. I know it's got it's own audience but for me, this generations chassis has made the decision a bit easier on which model to get in regards to roof type. Transmission: I'm still on the fence, the new automatic looks sweet

Undy

If you're a drag racer then the auto rules. I'd still rather have the straight shift for the track though.

tgreenshields

Convertibles are fun like the Ferrari spiders and Porsche targas, but many of these types of cars can't run track events without the protection of a roll hoop, one that is permanent or similar to the automatic mechanism used in the Mini's and BMW's. Many car clubs or organizations will not let a true convertible on the track for insurance reasons and many owners miss the opportunity for even doing slow touring laps on some of the great North American tracks like Road America, Sebring, Daytona, Road Atlanta, Watkins Glen and others. Introspect, they are fun in the sun but limiting.

pickleseimer

Think I'll be taking a close look at C7Z vert. Wife says all 2-seaters in this house must be verts. Who am I to argue.

Gary '09 C6

the C6 427 'vert was one hot car...the C7 Z06 'vert will be even hotter !

LFZ

All the senior citizen waxers will be all over it I'd say....

Z06 Steve

yeah whats next the Z06 automatic?!

Too-Fast

I resent your discriminatory language (just kidding).

Too-Fast

Right there with you, killer acceleration and no top...what a combo...clearly an attack on the Euro trash.

x88

Still never know if these guys are serious when they talk about wife making car decisions. I'd love to see any GF/Wife ever tell me what I can and can't do with a car I purchased with my money... that would be the day pigs fly

dmuellenberg

Ummm - yeah. The C7 Z06 will come with an optional 8 speed automatic with manual shift control.

The_Raging_Bull

Well if it has the same poor legroom and interior fitment to the C7 Vert I sat in at the Tulsa Car Show this weekend, then anyone who is like me (6'3" 230 - not really oversize at all) is going to be disappointed.

I was REALLY surprised at the lack of legroom in the car; and made sure it was the last car I sat in before going to the parking lot and hopping in my "09 C6Z06 - absolutely no doubt in my mind that Chevy screwed up on the interior dimensions of the C7. In the C7 section they'll tell you to slide the seat forward, then lower it, then go backwards to the limit to reach the furthest point - which for grins I';ll go try; but I was surprised. My 09 C6Z has at least 3 to 4" of more legroom interior fitment, and the seats aren't as narrow either. My but fit (38" waist); but if you were a big boy - you might not fit.

pickleseimer

LOL - yeah, I'm probably more serious than not. Ruski, I'll Paypal ya' 50 cents and then call me when you've been married 42 years to the same girl. That time has taught me that if she's not happy, no one else in the house is happy either.


It took me most of those 42 years to learn the two most important words in the language are 'Yes, dear!'.

When she's not pleased the four most important words are 'Yes, dear, I'm sorry.'

Mr. Gizmo

The next option will be an pneumatic lift and carrying rack option GM is offering for potential z06 convertible owners that have RASCALs. It will be the Z06Ra

Bushum

Tongue in cheek humor, lost on some

Too-Fast

35 years here brother and you got that right, big time.

3LZZ06

Sour grapes much???...

C'mon man, give the old bastards, "us", a break...