Stingray23

Unless I somehow have a chunk of money fall into my lap, I'll just wait and buy a garage queen, trade-in Z06 from a new ZR1 owner.

VETTE-NV

There's just not enough of a change in the ZR1 to get me interested.

If I didn't already have a C7 it would be a new experience for me and I'd probably jump on it, but I'd rather wait and see what's in store with the ME before I decide what's next.

I'm happy that they continue to develop the C7 platform, but 2019 is the 6th model year.....I would expect more of a visual and technological reboot by now. With the ME right around the corner, there is apparently no need for such an investment.

DebRedZR1

Tough decision. Pricing will be out soon. I could trade my C6ZR and Sluggish C7Z as I really like the ZR. BUT with the C8 so close and who knows what issues the ZR may have waiting sounds good. Right now escaping the cold North sounds like a better option so I can cruise in my SLUGGISH Z every day

LT1 Z51

I love my Z51.

But if I had whatever this car costs I'd buy one. No questions.

I'd get the smaller wing (so no ZTK), Arctic White (so no design Package), and whatever trim level I need to get all the 3LT/3LZ goodies. Chrome wheels too, because I love them regardless of the haters. Probably stick with blue calipers, but might switch to red. Depends on if they really use a lot of blue accents or not. Need to see the order guide to say how I'd theoretically spec it.

So if anyone want s to donate to my cause, you know where my PM box is.

JerryU

Hmm, Vette for $120,000 that will appreciate?? Maybe a mint condition original '63 Split window!

rrsperry

Just wait til you hear that you have to buy Chicken Hawk tire warmers to prevent tire cracking below 70F. Or that it will only run 15 mins on 110 octane race gas on a 90F track before it goes into passive aggressive, limp mode. Or that the first pedestrian was killed when they were hit, flipped over the car, and were sliced in 1/2 by the Cuisinart blade in the back...

Ok, I'm mostly kidding... No, I won't be getting one. This like a Bugatti, or a Pagani, or Koenigsegg, or even a lowly MB AMG Black car, are just too much money.

BaylorCorvette

IF I had the coin to buy one new I probably would. BUT I think I'll wait and see how the car is in the hands of the customer. Then when the C8 hits hopefully the used market will be a little more appealing and then I'll seriously consider.

Kevin A Jones

I wasn't specifically referring to a Vette, however there are more investment grade cars out there (including Vettes) around that price point
where you can reasonably expect appreciation then you would think. Especially if you are willing to sell overseas.

badhabit_wb

I'm 59 so I doubt the Zr1 will appreciate in my lifetime. That said I think it will be one of the best Vettes ever if not the best. If I buy one it will be because to me it's value, right now, is greater than it's cost. If the zo6 had been what was promised I'd be buying a zr1 as soon as I could get my hands on one which is what I did with the zo6. I think I'll probably keep the zo6 either way but at this point I think a lot of people that would have bought will wait and see if problems develop with the zr1. Others that have to have the latest and greatest will take the risk and go ahead and buy one. If it's as good as it looks like it will be they will be happy they did.

mirage2991

noooo what you need to do is trade the overheating best track corvette ever Z06 for the....best track ever corvette part deux ZR1
That way you have the old and new
Then add the C8 best track corvette part trois....

hope2

unless it comes in a convertible, i'm out.

rob62

Your Z is only sluggish if you drive it immediately after driving a ZR1. Or any other factory vette for that matter.

rattt g

120-150 guaranteed ,, there you have it ... if you afford 120 you can afford 150

OVR60

The 2013 C6 ZR1's were in the $120k to $130k range and it is highly unlikely that this new ZR1 will be in that price range. C6 ZR1's were not a big seller because of the price and now the market is flooded with new and used C7's which does't help trade in values. How many buyers are going to spend $25k to $50k with trade to have a new ZR1 in the garage?

badhabit_wb

A lot probably but I don't think 25-50 will cut it. More like 75-100 if you have a 15.

sunsalem

Anyone else find the "ZR1" script/emblem dumb?
Would anyone other than a Vette geek be able to decipher it?

sunsalem

Good point.
If someone really wants one and has the dough, a mere $30k isn't going to stop them.

BYBY4RE

I won't be upgrading to the ZR1 for several reasons:
It will be the loudest vette yet. I am working on an exhaust baffle so I don't get shut down at tracks with my Z06. Will they sell a 'ring exhaust package so it can be tracked?
I do like the wing but can't imagine how to stow the top easily with it in place.
The upgrade would be $50k for me.I will spend the $350 for the suspension calibration and just drive faster.
Extra 140lbs on the front end. IMHO the GS has better turn in and rotation than the Z06 because it is lighter. The ZR1 would be 240 lbs heavier than the GS which will be very noticeable. I do like the half inch wider front wheel idea though. C'mon Aftermarket???
I have a deposit for a C8. The boss won't let me have both.

LT1 Z51

I agree.

rob62

Me too. But given the option to make a change to the rear end, I'd focus my attention elsewhere.