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Old Nov 14, 2004 | 08:12 PM
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For the longest time I have wanted a vette. At one point my goal was an 8.0 car . After talking to you guys lately I am not sure if that is even reasonable. Tell me what you think 8.0 or is 10.0 secs more realistic! (with a C3)?

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Old Nov 14, 2004 | 09:00 PM
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I really don't think an 8 sec car will be streetable for daily driving. It will also cost you a bundle!
10 sec's CAN be had w/ DR's or ET Streets & a cam as the only "major" mod, along w/ a few other bolt ons as well. This car can be a DD... Talk to RobZ or Brent....
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Old Nov 15, 2004 | 07:30 AM
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First you will need $$$$, Then a NHRA license. What has been the quickest you have ever gone in the 1/4 mile? A 8 second ride is not a walk in the park - Nor is a 10 second ride.
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Originally Posted by JewliaGoulia
For the longest time I have wanted a vette. At one point my goal was an 8.0 car . After talking to you guys lately I am not sure if that is even reasonable. Tell me what you think 8.0 or is 10.0 secs more realistic! (with a C3)?

Tell me whatcha think!
With a properly fab-ed suspension and a 500wrhp driveline, you should be able to get deep into the 10's. 8's is not realistic, by the time you get there its not a vette anymore its an all out racecar. If thats what you want then you can have anything for the right price.
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