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Old 04-03-2018, 09:07 AM
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So does only the orange stitching option have the orange in the headliner?
Old 04-03-2018, 12:39 PM
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Default Good to know, thank you.

My 2014 is my daily and people stare slack jawed when I go to Home Depot, pull out a tarp and load up rose soil and mulch. Not that you ever would, but could you imagine the looks as you toss a bag or two over the wing into the back 🤨. Lol.
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Originally Posted by Tool Hoarder
So does only the orange stitching option have the orange in the headliner?
That is correct, SO design package is only interior package that receives colored stitching to match interior/seats stitching. I ordered Competition Seats with the Red Stitching and Red Seat Belts only to find out that the headliner will not receive the red stitching. My dealer told me yes, but was not the case. Oh well, no complaints here, but would have been a nice touch.
Old 04-03-2018, 01:56 PM
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Have you put the targa top into the trunk yet???

whats that like with the finger pincher on the back???

Old 04-04-2018, 07:32 AM
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Congrats and enjoy in good health
Old 04-04-2018, 11:42 AM
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Car is absolutely stunning. I love it in black. The high wing actually seems to look better on a black car. I love the red accents. One question though, can you get the zr1 badge in red? I think with the red accents on the car you would be able to get red badges. You are a lucky man, enjoy.
Old 04-04-2018, 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Basil2000
Car is absolutely stunning. I love it in black. The high wing actually seems to look better on a black car. I love the red accents. One question though, can you get the zr1 badge in red? I think with the red accents on the car you would be able to get red badges. You are a lucky man, enjoy.
Thanks! I am pondering how to do exactly what you point out with the ZR1 badge. I'm even considering having either a vinyl cover, or worst case painting the blue to red. Having stared at it quite a bit, it won't be easy, especially with it on the car.
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Thanks! I am pondering how to do exactly what you point out with the ZR1 badge. I'm even considering having either a vinyl cover, or worst case painting the blue to red. Having stared at it quite a bit, it won't be easy, especially with it on the car.
Is your badging considered Chrome or Black? Have not been able to locate pictures showing the differences.

Looking forward to more reviews when you get your baby back. And experiences with putting things in and out of the cargo area while avoiding the big azz wing
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Originally Posted by DebRedZR1
Is your badging considered Chrome or Black? Have not been able to locate pictures showing the differences.

Looking forward to more reviews when you get your baby back. And experiences with putting things in and out of the cargo area while avoiding the big azz wing
It's black. As you can see, with the blue underlay on the Z and the R it's going to be complicated to change the color on that.


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Old 04-04-2018, 04:25 PM
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Hey Steve, be sure to post some new pictures when you get your car back. Forgot to mention that I liked the red pinstripe on the wheels. Really nice touch. Now I'm wondering what a blue pinstripe would look like on my vert? May play with some painter's tape and see if I like it?
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Thanks for sharing. It's a beut. That will scare all the Z06´s off the track.
Old 04-06-2018, 09:40 AM
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At 6'7" how comfortable are you in the car? I'm 6'6" and I can't seem to get comfortable in a C7. Additionally, I prefer a manual, do you think you could operate a manual comfortably in a C7?

Thanks for any feedback, nice ride!
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At 6'7" how comfortable are you in the car? I'm 6'6" and I can't seem to get comfortable in a C7. Additionally, I prefer a manual, do you think you could operate a manual comfortably in a C7?

Thanks for any feedback, nice ride!
For me, it's not bad. I drove the car back from Illinois which was around 850 miles. I think it has to do with your particular build though. While I'm 6'7", my inseam is about 36.5" so my legs aren't super long. Also, I'm about 255 so not skinny but not that overweight. I don't have a lot of headroom, about 1.5". The only real complaint I have is the standard seat bolster pushes on my left hip in a way that's a little uncomfortable. It's been that way since my first C7 (a 2014 Stingray) and I guess I've just gotten used to it. I like the fact that there is a lot of depth in the footwell and there's enough room to keep your left leg stretched out when not braking.

As far as working the clutch, I'm pretty concerned about that. I plan to find a friend with an M7 and see if I can do it. I think it's going to be tough with the available space from the pedals to the seat. My right leg is pulled back pretty far when I'm on the accelerator, but at least that leg doesn't have to move back and forth a lot like my clutch leg would need to.
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Originally Posted by SLBelt
For me, it's not bad. I drove the car back from Illinois which was around 850 miles. I think it has to do with your particular build though. While I'm 6'7", my inseam is about 36.5" so my legs aren't super long. Also, I'm about 255 so not skinny but not that overweight. I don't have a lot of headroom, about 1.5". The only real complaint I have is the standard seat bolster pushes on my left hip in a way that's a little uncomfortable. It's been that way since my first C7 (a 2014 Stingray) and I guess I've just gotten used to it. I like the fact that there is a lot of depth in the footwell and there's enough room to keep your left leg stretched out when not braking.

As far as working the clutch, I'm pretty concerned about that. I plan to find a friend with an M7 and see if I can do it. I think it's going to be tough with the available space from the pedals to the seat. My right leg is pulled back pretty far when I'm on the accelerator, but at least that leg doesn't have to move back and forth a lot like my clutch leg would need to.
Thanks for the response, and continue to enjoy the ride!
Old 04-10-2018, 12:31 AM
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Ughhhhh i need that dash pad. I ordered the suede with red stiching and was mad it didnt include the dash on my 17 3lz z06.

looks great!! Thanks for the perspective.
Old 04-10-2018, 04:46 PM
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Outstanding! Thanks for sharing.
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Very sweet ride! Maybe i'll see you on lime creek rd!
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Are you able to take more pics of the suede interior? We placed an order yesterday and got suede with red stitching as well. Thanks!



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