GS Vert or 427 Vert?
Looking for 2012 or 2013 convertible GS or 427. Looks like the 427s are $10k more. Is it worth it? Probably have to do the heads on a 427, and I'm not sure I want to get into that. Is the 427 far superior to the GS?
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Can’t answer if it’s worth to you, but yes it is definitely a far superior car.
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Originally Posted by 919cw313
(Post 1598854391)
Can’t answer if it’s worth to you, but yes it is definitely a far superior car.
From a cost perspective the wheels/tires is $3k & the carbon fiber B92 hood is $3k, so there is $6k of the difference. The remaining $4k would account for the power output difference. |
The 427 holds value better than a run of the mill GS vert. Its faster... but reality os a GS vert is faster than you can really use on the street anyways.
At the end of the day its a personal choice. If you have the money, its worth it. If not, it isnt. |
I would not go out of my way to get a 427 over a GS because:
If money is not a concern at all, and you want the "power and prestige" then the 427 is worth seeking out. If balance and value is important to you, then GS all day! Whatever you do.... GET A MANUAL TRANSMISSION!! |
Originally Posted by foundvettelifeisgood
(Post 1598854368)
Looking for 2012 or 2013 convertible GS or 427. Looks like the 427s are $10k more. Is it worth it? Probably have to do the heads on a 427, and I'm not sure I want to get into that. Is the 427 far superior to the GS?
Please chime in. |
Originally Posted by 919cw313
(Post 1598854391)
Can’t answer if it’s worth to you, but yes it is definitely a far superior car.
The GS vert does 0-60 in 4.0-4.2, 1/4 in 12.2-12.4 and roughly the same lateral acceleration. The interiors and options can be identical. Frames, suspension, brakes and cooling are identical. Better car, sure, far superior, I don't think so. |
Originally Posted by KingCorvette93
(Post 1598854885)
I would not go out of my way to get a 427 over a GS because:
If money is not a concern at all, and you want the "power and prestige" then the 427 is worth seeking out. If balance and value is important to you, then GS all day! Whatever you do.... GET A MANUAL TRANSMISSION!! |
Originally Posted by R&L's C6
(Post 1598855102)
What if he doesn't like to shift, like a lot of folks.
If its between an automatic or a manual in a Honda Accord (or similar), I get it; manual is more engaging and communicative, but there's not much to engage or communicate! But with a Corvette? I think not liking to shift perhaps stems from having not driven manual enough to really enjoy it, or know how to do it well. Like fine wine, it is an acquired taste... and a good one at that! (Getting off topic, so I will leave it at that.) |
Originally Posted by JABCAT
(Post 1598854575)
I wouldn’t say it’s a far superior car. It has a different engine (70 more hp) and a couple other differences (wheels/tires & hood).
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Check out the Callaway 427 anniversary vert currently listed on Ebay........nice looking car
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Originally Posted by saplumr
(Post 1598855263)
What’s different about the hood?
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Originally Posted by saplumr
(Post 1598855263)
What’s different about the hood?
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Originally Posted by captain vette
(Post 1598854948)
the 427 is the holy grail of the C6 gen. If you can find a good one go for it! That’s a no brainer for me. Good luck from a GS vert owner!
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Originally Posted by rjacobs
(Post 1598855516)
Its basically a zr1 hood without the cutout. The center is raised.
i do agree with Fauee that you may not see another 427 again. Days of the larger displacement naturally aspirated engines are coming to an end. |
Having owned an a LS2, LS3, LS7, and an LT1, I can say that the LS3 is my choice for LS engines for street use ( I do not track).
I think I would choose the GS. The only reason I bought the Z06 is because it fell into my lap (new) at bargain basement prices (new at below at what KBB was pricing them at used 20,000 miles). I was actually in the market for a GS at the time. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed every one of the 70,000 miles I put on it. :thumbs: Only $18,000 in depreciation . Can't complain there one bit. :) However, after owning a couple LS3s, they are amazing engines. The entire time I owned the LS7, I worried about it (vaguely, in the back of my mind). Having said all that, has the valve guide issue been dealt with on the car you are looking at? |
Originally Posted by saplumr
(Post 1598855263)
What’s different about the hood?
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Floor panels are also carbon fiber on the 427.
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A friend of mine who's had a 10GS for 4 years, drove my 427 last summer. It took him about 1/8 mile till he wanted one. :lol:
I LOVE my car. Another forum member drove it this weekend and while yea, the roads were cold so it was just a commute, he was pretty well blown away with the difference. That said, the GS is an awesome car and I'm certain I'd be thrilled to have one. It so happened I found a 427 at a good time and jumped on it. And while yes, the LS7 is just a few more HP, it's the torque that is so impressive over the LS3. Then too, there's no substitute for those 427 badges on the hood on an otherwise de-badged car. It's subtle, but pretty badazz at the same time. As to the fuel economy question above, I find it is negligible even from my LS1 to the LS7. It's more about how you drive, not what. To me, the fuel economy is nothing more than a fun thing to experiment with. If I cared about that I'd be driving a focus. But, mine does get around 29 highway and does about 19-21 avg mixed mileage even with some in town driving. I'm not gonna complain about that. |
Originally Posted by saplumr
(Post 1598855263)
What’s different about the hood?
Originally Posted by KingCorvette93
(Post 1598854885)
Whatever you do.... GET A MANUAL TRANSMISSION!!
Originally Posted by R&L's C6
(Post 1598855102)
What if he doesn't like to shift, like a lot of folks.
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