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Hey guys/gals, I'm new to the forum and vetts in general. I am looking at purchasing one in the future and would like to get as much info/advice as possible. My first lame brain question:
what is the difference in the z06 and the stingray?
what is the difference in the z06 and the stingray?
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Just google the Spec Sheet and you will notice a huge difference.
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Also the Stingray we are talking about is a 2014 car (if you don't include the early year Stingrays and Sting Rays) but there have been many Z06s over the years starting with the C5 (or maybe earlier?) Confusing to sort out all the different model years and sub models, but hang around here long enough and you'll be an expert.
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Stingray is the Base Vette and the Z06 is the Supercar Version. They differ in Motor, aesthetics, body, weight, tire size, brakes, handling, etc. They are like totally different animals. One tame (base) and one not (Z06)
Just google the Spec Sheet and you will notice a huge difference.
Just google the Spec Sheet and you will notice a huge difference.
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Also the Stingray we are talking about is a 2014 car (if you don't include the early year Stingrays and Sting Rays) but there have been many Z06s over the years starting with the C5 (or maybe earlier?) Confusing to sort out all the different model years and sub models, but hang around here long enough and you'll be an expert.
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There are subtle differences between the C6 ZR1 and C6 Z06 (side vents and hood). There are major differences between the C6 ZR1 and the C7 Z06.
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Welcome to the forum and we’re excited to have you in the Vette crew! It looks like the forum members have been super helpful already, but we are always here to help as well. If you have any questions or concerns that arise, feel free to private message me and I would be more than happy to help! What are your preferences in regards to purchasing a Corvette? Let me know if you would like assistance setting up a test drive or locating a Chevrolet dealership in your area. Enjoy shopping around and keep us posted on your pursuit; there’s no better feeling than that first cruise home!
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the oldbies have their own "in" jargon, and it takes more time to learn it than its worth. my free advice--worth every cent--look at the car you want to buy, evaluate what you can or want to pay, and go for it. the history is irrelevant, and the future isnt here yet. otherwise, youll just give the oldbies the opportunity to abuse you because you did not spend your life studying corvette history.
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"Oldbies??"
I'm a noob to forums and this forum in particular
Doof - I'm trying to like you as a fellow noob....but you make it hard
This is the most positive response on this forum I've seen to a pretty unresearched question....."what's the diff between a Z06 and the Stingray?"
Generally speaking that question would produce a flame fest (learning the lingo!) But a bunch of forum members - non noobs mostly - channeled their inner nostalgia for vettes and happily answered the question referencing corvette history and helping this noob - our fellow noob - (IF you really are a noob) get his feet on the ground
I like this : "look at the car you want to buy, evaluate what you can or want to pay, and go for it" - Really like that doof!!
But then .....turning it into a rant about the "oldbies" and disrespecting corvette history......seriously??? You're creating the crap that you profess to despise
Doof - I'm trying to like you as a fellow noob....but you make it hard
This is the most positive response on this forum I've seen to a pretty unresearched question....."what's the diff between a Z06 and the Stingray?"
Generally speaking that question would produce a flame fest (learning the lingo!) But a bunch of forum members - non noobs mostly - channeled their inner nostalgia for vettes and happily answered the question referencing corvette history and helping this noob - our fellow noob - (IF you really are a noob) get his feet on the ground
I like this : "look at the car you want to buy, evaluate what you can or want to pay, and go for it" - Really like that doof!!
But then .....turning it into a rant about the "oldbies" and disrespecting corvette history......seriously??? You're creating the crap that you profess to despise
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Welcome to CorvetteForum, Merle. Best of luck with your impending purchase.
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