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hey guys, presently have c6z06, looking for feedback from owners who went from c6z to c7gs . worth it? regrets? satisfied? any real feedback greatly appreciated.
hey guys, presently have c6z06, looking for feedback from owners who went from c6z to c7gs . worth it? regrets? satisfied? any real feedback greatly appreciated.
I sold my 2009 1LZ ZO6 for a 2015 C7 ZO6 (May 2015 delivery) and have not regretted it for a minute of the 12.8K miles so far. It will probably be my last Corvette. I've owned two C3s, 2 C4s, a C5, the C6ZO6, and this current one. It is by far the best fit and finish of all the models. Speed is relative, the handling is remarkable and it feels much more nimble than one would expect. The GS was not an available model when I ordered mine from a local dealer in New Braunfels TX, though it may have been a desirable option. Since I considered this to be my last purchase of this type, I wanted the most torque/hp available...in case you need to act juvenile from time to time. I do think the GS is the best compromise b/w power and handling. Though I have never encountered any of this overheating business that folks talk about, a naturally aspirated wide body is the ideal for folks who track the vehicle (I don't......costs more than I can afford). No plans to modify mine in any way as I have gone down that road before w/ previous models. If you find yourself contemplating if should have more power w/ the GS, then look at buying a pre-owned ZO6 that somebody else has taken the depreciation hit first. You can't go wrong. Charlie
Not a single regret! Do I miss the LS7? Absolutely. It was an iconic engine but was unfortunately flawed. But, that's the only part about the car I miss now. I loved my C6Z06 and never thought I would part ways with it. Now that I have owned the C7GS for over a month and have over 1000 miles on it, I can testify it's a much better car, hands down. That is OK too. The advancements in technology in frame engineering and materials coupled with the LS7 lessons they applied to the LT1 (the LT1 has the LS7's DNA and is why the torque is virtually the same in each) have remarkably improved the cars abilities in every category. That's a natural progression and nothing that needs to be excused. Looks are always a subjective category and not really worth mentioning... either you like it, or don't. It took me a little to warm up to the looks from the rear, but now that I see it everyday, it looks fine to me. The real eye opener to me though was the feel while driving. This Grand Sport is on another level and its not just me saying so because I bought one. Simply look at the lap times the Pro drivers are setting with it and that explains a lot. I am far from that level of driver, but around town and back country roads, the differences in handling are in stark contrast IMO. Now, I had an 08C6Z so it did not have MSRC like this car, so that makes a little difference, but the chassis rigidity and cornering ability, coupled with that low end grunt due to the available torque is simply astounding. Test drive one. I believe you will leave very impressed.
Former 2008C6Z06
I'm guessing that most people in this section will say that the C7 is a big improvement. See if you can find people in the C6Z section that made the move to a C7, regretted it, and moved back to the C6Z.
Only thing you will miss about the LS7 is the iconic status. It'll be the last 427 Chevrolet builds for a host of reasons.. they tried to update it and put it in the C7 Z06 during development, but could not meet the new emissions requirements, according to GM so they shelved it and went with the SC 6.2L.
Look at the Dyno charts of the LT1 vs the LS7. The torque is virtually identical and how it builds early on is almost overlapping each other. The development of the LT1 relied heavily on the lessons learned when developing and later utlilizing the LS7 for 9 years (2006-2013 in the Z06 and 2014-2015 in the Z/28). The LT1 is a very durable and fantastic engine, without the unfortunate valve / valve guide issues that haunted the LS7.
Loved my 2007 Z06, Victory Red, Competition Grey wheels, black/red bolster seats.
Handled great, as it should since it weighed 3,150 w/fluids (I weighed it). When it comes to handling weight is everything. Only important item it lacked was magnetic shocks (cam later). Would have been nice if roof was removable, but not a deal breaker.
Just traded it in for a new leftover 2016 Torch Red/black wheels A8 Z06. Weight is around 3,550. At low cost, with no warranty risk, and no codes, brought horsepower to 700. Handles great, goes like a rocket, and the roof comes off. What more could i get for the price ?
Not a single regret! Do I miss the LS7? Absolutely. It was an iconic engine but was unfortunately flawed. But, that's the only part about the car I miss now. I loved my C6Z06 and never thought I would part ways with it. Now that I have owned the C7GS for over a month and have over 1000 miles on it, I can testify it's a much better car, hands down. That is OK too. The advancements in technology in frame engineering and materials coupled with the LS7 lessons they applied to the LT1 (the LT1 has the LS7's DNA and is why the torque is virtually the same in each) have remarkably improved the cars abilities in every category. That's a natural progression and nothing that needs to be excused. Looks are always a subjective category and not really worth mentioning... either you like it, or don't. It took me a little to warm up to the looks from the rear, but now that I see it everyday, it looks fine to me. The real eye opener to me though was the feel while driving. This Grand Sport is on another level and its not just me saying so because I bought one. Simply look at the lap times the Pro drivers are setting with it and that explains a lot. I am far from that level of driver, but around town and back country roads, the differences in handling are in stark contrast IMO. Now, I had an 08C6Z so it did not have MSRC like this car, so that makes a little difference, but the chassis rigidity and cornering ability, coupled with that low end grunt due to the available torque is simply astounding. Test drive one. I believe you will leave very impressed.
Former 2008C6Z06
Replacement 17C7GS
First off, beautiful JB Z06! Second, thank you for the direct insight. I'm currently trying to sell my 2008 Z06 with 447 original miles on it and considered possibly jumping into a new Grand Sport. A close friend is attempting to sway me over to a Porsche, but I can't see myself in any other car except a Corvette. I may have felt differently about that had I never owned a Corvette, but starting with a C5 Z06, then to C6 Z06, I figure I would continue the Corvette trend. Enjoy that Black Beast!
I've been fortunate enough to own both. My Z was a 2012 2LZ with black cups and mag ride. It was a super nice car and in some ways it felt really special. The thing I miss most about it over my 2LT GS? Pushing the button and hearing the starter slowly cranking over that LS7 and the way it comes to life with a super deep bellow (NPP open of course). Damn that was such a satisfying sound! Those big pistons coming to life were like a chorus of cannons going off at full tilt. I also remember the distinct impression that the Z was almost too much car for the street. The thing would be a 100 MPH on the highway and feel like it just barely moving and asking to be kicked. It would leave me lightheaded. Haven't had that same kind of visceral and insane excitement with the GS. But I also haven't lost sleep listening for near imperceptible signs that the motor will grenade at any moment, nor the cheap dated looking interior. The GS is a different car altogether. Do I miss the Z, yes sometimes. Would I go back or choose a C7Z? Nope, especially considering my GS is a my daily.
I've also owned both, and my first LS7 self-destructed for reasons described by SLOWRYDE above, but was replaced free of charge thanks to an extended warranty. I don't miss the LS7 one bit. The LT1 is short about 40 HP, but I don't notice it at all because of the almost identical torque curves. The extra HP only matters above 150 mph.
And yes, the C7 in any incarnation is a superior car.
thanks for the input all. did make the deal for the gs. road test pretty much confirmed feedback from both c7 and c6z forums. c6z is visceral, c7gs is suave. i know i will miss c6z, for present needs the gs should work well.
I've also owned both, and my first LS7 self-destructed for reasons described by SLOWRYDE above, but was replaced free of charge thanks to an extended warranty. I don't miss the LS7 one bit. The LT1 is short about 40 HP, but I don't notice it at all because of the almost identical torque curves. The extra HP only matters above 150 mph.
And yes, the C7 in any incarnation is a superior car.
Stock for stock, a C6 Z06 would tear into you long before 150mph.
Stock for stock, a C6 Z06 would tear into you long before 150mph.
In a drag race perhaps. Comparing Car & Driver Lightning Lap times on the same 4 mile race track, a stock 2014 Z51 Stingray ran a 2:53.8 vs. a 2:53.5 for a 2011 Z06, even though the latter has a .5 second advantage in the 1/4 mile (11.5 secs for the C6/Z06 vs. 12.0 secs for the C7/Z51).
The C7 is just a far better handling car than the C6.
The C7 is just a far better handling car than the C6.
I had a C5 coupe with a built LS3 putting down 525 rwhp. I had all C5Z suspension underneath with C6Z shocks. It went like a scalded cat and handled way better than stock.
I did an open track day at NCCAR with a number of C7 Z51s. Every lap I'd pull a hundred yard lead on the front straight, but through the twisty bits the Z51s got bigger and bigger in my mirrors until they were right on my bumper again at last turn before the straight. I don't know what a stock LT1 makes to the ground, but I'd guess I had 130-140 hp on those guys in a slightly lighter car. I couldn't shake them.
took delivery of the gs yesterday. my c6z was great car, the c7gs is even better my c6 msrp was 79k, the c7 81.5k for the same money there is so much more car! glad i made the move
took delivery of the gs yesterday. my c6z was great car, the c7gs is even better my c6 msrp was 79k, the c7 81.5k for the same money there is so much more car! glad i made the move
That's a tough one. I own a C6 Z and a C7 GS and I love them both for different reasons.
The GS interior is superior and so is it's handling.
The GS exterior edges the Z by just a tiny bit only because to me it is a bit more menacing looking on the road.
The Z feels a lot quicker to me than the GS and is more of a driver's car.
Now, if I had to pick one over the other, I'd keep my C6Z. That might sound a bit contradictory based on my comments above but ultimately the Z fits my style better than the GS. In general, the Z is "dirtier" or "grittier" for lack of a better description.
04-25-2017, 09:29 AM
C6 Z06 to C7 GS, feedback from those who did?
