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I'd wait. Just too many improvements coming for 08 between the more powerful engine, better Z51, and the better manual tranny. You only have to wait another 6 months.
With the money you can save on an 07 right now, it is crazy to wait. Also you can take a small amount of the money you save and put some simple mods on the 07 that will make it run stronger then an 08.
No. With more rated power and even more computer controlled gizmos (Active Fuel Management, Variable Valve Timing etc.) I would think it could be even worse.
Just too many improvements coming for 08 between the more powerful engine, better Z51, and the better manual tranny.
Originally Posted by Jahan
The rumors for the 08 are . . .
new wheels
LS3 6.2L Engine
425hp on the base
435hp on the Z51
Z06 style exhaust with butterflys on the Z51 New transmission (T-6060)
New interior upgrade option
New red and blue colors
I'm buying this car for pure performance, so the bigger more powerful engine with the upgraded tranny is a no brainer. If you are just looking for a cool looking cruiser, you may not care so much about the upgrades.
Key word there being rumor, this new trans is far from a reality just yet.
Well, I guess in a way, we're paralleling each other. I just sold my LT4 (18K miles) and will wait to buy the '08. I'm not as worried about displacement on demand being a non-sports car/non-Corvette issue. Plus, even if only half the things get into production that are being tossed around here on the internet and CF, I'll be happy.
And one final thing: by then, '08, Chev will have had/be starting on the fourth model year to tweak and eliminate some of the little bugs, not that others can't pop up with new items included such as a man trans or engine management. I think it'll all be for the good! Can't wait.
It will be year one with the new engine. Should wait until 2011.