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Old 02-23-2015, 01:54 AM
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Default Top Gear LOVES the C7 (Link included)

Top Gear reviewed the C7 vs Cayman GTS ... it was very clear that they loved the car! It's the very first segment, watch for yourself



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Old 02-23-2015, 02:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Along4theRide
Not the best quality, but Top Gear reviewed the C7 vs Cayman GTS ... it was very clear that they loved the car! It's the very first segment, watch for yourself

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kY5EguDjhQU

And the C7 owners are validated, yet again.
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Nice. Thanks for posting.

When Top Gear reviewed the C6 Z06 it did their track in 1:22.4. I believe it was a 2006 or 2007 model.

Not sure if there have been adjustments to their track.

Glad the Stingray did so well.




And here is the link to a full list of times...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Top_Gear_test_track_Power_Lap_Times

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Old 02-23-2015, 06:25 AM
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Great video. I looked at the Cayman S and chose my C7. While part of it was based on my wife saying we already have a Porsche, the truth was that the Corvette is better looking and a whole lot of joy to drive.
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That is impressive. AFAIK, the track hasn't changed. The big change is tires of course.

PSS >> GY Supercar.

Not sure how much time the PSS's gain. Quite a bit, but likely not more than 3 sec if that much.

The Z06 Z07 should be interesting if they get one in the next series (and it's dry).
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Thanks for the link... They finally have some good things to say about the Corvette.
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Great review from TG!!!

Nothing new on this side of the pond but for the brits sure seems like they just can't believe how good this car is!!

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I'll be watching the episode tonight, but the numbers look great
Old 02-23-2015, 09:26 AM
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I had to go check my ears... Hammond actually like the C7 better than the Porsche? That was a great review, enjoyed it!
Old 02-23-2015, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by 89-Formula350-
Thanks for the link... They finally have some good things to say about the Corvette.
It seems we U.S. blokes finally got it right!
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Originally Posted by OrioleFan
Nice. Thanks for posting.

When Top Gear reviewed the C6 Z06 it did their track in 1:22.4. I believe it was a 2006 or 2007 model.

Not sure if there have been adjustments to their track.

Glad the Stingray did so well.

Corvette Z06 Review - Top Gear - BBC - YouTube



And here is the link to a full list of times...

List of Top Gear test track Power Lap Times - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
That was an awesome episode of the C6 Z
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the $60K supercar
Old 02-23-2015, 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by OrioleFan
Nice. Thanks for posting.

When Top Gear reviewed the C6 Z06 it did their track in 1:22.4. I believe it was a 2006 or 2007 model.

Not sure if there have been adjustments to their track.

Glad the Stingray did so well.

Corvette Z06 Review - Top Gear - BBC - YouTube



And here is the link to a full list of times...

List of Top Gear test track Power Lap Times - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Different drivers.

A Z06 Carbon would easily best 1.19.
Old 02-23-2015, 11:43 AM
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They review the LaFerrari on this episode as well
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Originally Posted by Phil~
Different drivers.

A Z06 Carbon would easily best 1.19.
at twice the price.....

A C7Z06 would would easily beat a Carbon.
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Thanks for sharing.
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Wow! That puts the c7 in lofty company as far as the lap times go. Less than 1 second slower than an Enzo !!

I've been waiting a long time for that review!

Thanks for sharing !

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Old 02-23-2015, 12:17 PM
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Great vid! Thanks for posting!
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It's a great review.
Old 02-23-2015, 12:47 PM
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I'm surprised to see some of the 2014 C7's even with some miles on them are selling for the middle $40's.I'm thinking either the owner is having A money issue or he wants A 2015 Z06 yesterday.
I know everyone is saying what am I smoking but I really believe A used C7 with 5000
Miles can sell at New MSRP prices or very close to it.Fantastic automobile.


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