Drove in a C7
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Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Los Angeles Ca
Drove in a C7
I had the opportunity to take a ride in a base C7 auto. I was blown away. Performance and cabin head and shoulders over my C6. The body I'm not so crazy about, especially that rear end. But otherwise its a winner.
Pro
Joined: Jul 2015
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From: Sarasota Florida
Last vet I test drove was a base 2004. What a diff from my 76 stingray . Then called bank got good news SO I test drove a C7 z51
OMG what a diff!@$/\×÷£₩(£
I didn't even get on it ! Yes to me after being pratical for past 30 years it is indeed going to be my supper car..
So Dan Houser in Atlanta has a white z51 waiting for final signing later this weekend and go get it mid of next week.
OMG what a diff!@$/\×÷£₩(£
I didn't even get on it ! Yes to me after being pratical for past 30 years it is indeed going to be my supper car..
So Dan Houser in Atlanta has a white z51 waiting for final signing later this weekend and go get it mid of next week.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2012
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From: Tampa Florida
The C7 is a lot different than the C6 in many areas and in many intangible ways also. I drove a C7 and thought it was a fine car and more refined than the C6. That said, I did not feel the connectivity with the road I do in a C6 and the C6 has a more raw feel. I am probably in the minority here but I laughed when I heard another member report the C7 is not a car but "a computer with wheels."
Racer
Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Detroit MI
I was going to buy a used c6 for around 30k and the wife told me to just buy a c7 and be done with it.
The other day I parked next to a c6 and thought damn my wife is pretty freaking brilliant because I love everything about the c7
The other day I parked next to a c6 and thought damn my wife is pretty freaking brilliant because I love everything about the c7
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I never thought I'd love a VETTE more then I loved my Grand Sport...but this C7 is just one hell of a vette.I hated it on release in 14...but that changed at some point and this c7 of mine of great.I love it.
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From: La Center WA
I owned my 2005 Z51 coupe since new and the thrill never wore off in the nine years we were together. Truth be told, by the time the 2013 models came out (especially the 427 convertible), I couldn't imagine how the upcoming C7 could possibly top it. After seeing the unveiling on 1-13-13, I was quite underwhelmed. After seeing it in person at the museum three months later, I thought it was one of the most beautiful cars ever. A test drive of a friend's 2014 coupe exactly one year later and it was all over. My 2015 Z51 coupe will be a year old next month. It has vastly exceeded all of my expectations and is by far the finest and most beautiful car I've ever even imagined owning.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Chicopee MA
I traded in my C6 427 1SC for a z51 C7 3lt. I swore that I would never get rid of the 427 but guess what, over 2 1/2 years things change. The new C7 is no comparison. The biggest difference is when you have the top down there is little wind noise. You can speak in a normal voice without yelling at each other. Among other things is the ride, the handling and the more torque at lower RPM. The 427 was a monster and I loved it but it was time to move on to newer and more refined vehicle.
Instructor
Joined: Jan 2015
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From: Johnston IA
I personally like everything about the C7 better than the C6 and think GM hit a home run with it. I know everyone has their own style they like but to me the C7 changed the Corvette forever and is in a different class now.
