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Old Oct 30, 2023 | 06:39 PM
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So I picked up my Z06 this morning. It’s a 3lz base coupe. Holy hell the sound and performance is incredible! Just a monster of a car. Drove it about 50 miles home. Impressed would be an understatement. It very much reminds me of the GT3’s I have owned. Except it’s so much more comfortable to drive. And pics and videos don’t do it justice. Absolutely beautiful in person.
I'm literally in shock at how fantastic the first impression is.





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Very nice. I think you'll be even more impressed once you can put your foot into it, after hitting 500 miles.
I put the 500 miles on it by day 3 of ownership i wanted nothing to do more than experience this fpc screaming. 160mi home then several hundred miles more trip to Atlantic city etc.

Was not disappointed. Hit 500 on way back from AC and let her rip. Everything I expected. The C8 platform with C7 Z06 power the perfect C8 imo.

We owners of this car are blessed. Never forget that.
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Very nice. I think you'll be even more impressed once you can put your foot into it, after hitting 500 miles.
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Old Oct 30, 2023 | 09:25 PM
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Yup - me too. If not already, try it in Track Mode. Welcome to the club....
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I picked mine up on Sunday, I've only driven it 30 miles. My 15 year old son came with me for the delivery, then when we got home my 12 year old daughter was ready for her turn lol. The exhaust note is very unique, I don't know why anyone would mess with it. It will be in hibernation for 7 months due to our Canadian winters. This is my first convertible and first Corvette and so far it doesn't disappoint, I was however very nervous about lane changes and I'm not use to the rear view mirror camera it's seems disorientating to me.

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Originally Posted by capevettes
Very nice. I think you'll be even more impressed once you can put your foot into it, after hitting 500 miles.
I put the 500 miles on it by day 3 of ownership i wanted nothing to do more than experience this fpc screaming. 160mi home then several hundred miles more trip to Atlantic city etc.

Was not disappointed. Hit 500 on way back from AC and let her rip. Everything I expected. The C8 platform with C7 Z06 power the perfect C8 imo.

We owners of this car are blessed. Never forget that.
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Awesome and stunning in white. Enjoy, lots to love and be proud of there my friend.
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Nice spec.. I like the subtle red belts w/ red stitch.
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Congratulations on your new Z06. It is very sharp looking.
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Originally Posted by RD-1
I picked mine up on Sunday, I've only driven it 30 miles. My 15 year old son came with me for the delivery, then when we got home my 12 year old daughter was ready for her turn lol. The exhaust note is very unique, I don't know why anyone would mess with it. It will be in hibernation for 7 months due to our Canadian winters. This is my first convertible and first Corvette and so far it doesn't disappoint, I was however very nervous about lane changes and I'm not use to the rear view mirror camera it's seems disorientating to me.
Turning the mirror towards your face as much as possible helps so you not looking at it at an angle. It does take a little getting use to but now I love it with the roof down I can't see anything with the regular mirror because of the hump.
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Originally Posted by RD-1
I picked mine up on Sunday, I've only driven it 30 miles. My 15 year old son came with me for the delivery, then when we got home my 12 year old daughter was ready for her turn lol. The exhaust note is very unique, I don't know why anyone would mess with it. It will be in hibernation for 7 months due to our Canadian winters. This is my first convertible and first Corvette and so far it doesn't disappoint, I was however very nervous about lane changes and I'm not use to the rear view mirror camera it's seems disorientating to me.
Are those two going to get along in that box? LOL. Great cars, man!
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Thanks guys !
I have a black front splitter on order, and today I installed the larger winglets.
probably won’t do much beyond that. This car is an experience every time I drive it.


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Originally Posted by michael510
This car is an experience every time I drive it.
What this Z06 is all about… congrats!
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Originally Posted by Wyldfyer
Are those two going to get along in that box? LOL. Great cars, man!
I am impressed you got them both in the garage. There is hope for me yet! Lol! I pick up my z06 next Fri and have to figure out how to fit both.
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