People who DD their Z...
01-18-2019, 03:35 AM
#1
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
People who DD their Z...
People who DD their Z...
Tell me 3 best "things" or features of the car that you enjoy while DDing the car
Tell me 3 "worst" things or features about DDing the car..
If I bought one, I would DD it.. so just looking for input
Thanks
Tell me 3 best "things" or features of the car that you enjoy while DDing the car
Tell me 3 "worst" things or features about DDing the car..
If I bought one, I would DD it.. so just looking for input
Thanks
Last edited by mammoth713; 01-18-2019 at 03:36 AM.
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HorsePowerObsessed (01-18-2019)
01-18-2019, 10:47 AM
#2
Cruising
Best:
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
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ZR1Bob (01-18-2019)
01-18-2019, 11:55 AM
#4
Drifting
Best:
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
Last edited by ZR1Bob; 01-18-2019 at 11:57 AM.
01-18-2019, 12:14 PM
#5
Melting Slicks
Best:
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
01-18-2019, 01:38 PM
#6
Drifting
Definitely a fantastic car and you absolutely can daily drive it. I'd say the only "bad" part would be getting in and out (especially in a tight parking space) but other than that it's all great. I actually made a video about this exact topic you may want to check out!
01-18-2019, 02:29 PM
#7
Melting Slicks
I DD my '16 Z06 - 2 years and 22,000 miles so far. I honestly don't normally notice the road noise but since it's my DD, I've not driven another car with better sound proofing. My backup vehicle is an '05 Tahoe for reference. I tend to listen to audiobooks on my commute and, when using CarPlay, I don't have any issues with the audio being drowned out by road noise. When I'm using BlueTooth, that's a different matter. All my music has been downloaded using Apple Lossless so the bit rate is much higher than a normal MP3/4 so you also need less volume.
I love the comfort of the car - coming out of work and seeing it waiting for me is worth any compromises.
Visibility is a bit more challenging than other cars - I have the Z07 package but did remove the "clear" wickerbill from the rear spoiler. Don't need the extra down force for street driving and it increases rearward visibility, especially in the evenings. With the mirrors properly adjusted, I don't have much of an issue with visibility - just make sure to turn your head to ensure no one is in your blind spot before changing lanes.
I love the comfort of the car - coming out of work and seeing it waiting for me is worth any compromises.
Visibility is a bit more challenging than other cars - I have the Z07 package but did remove the "clear" wickerbill from the rear spoiler. Don't need the extra down force for street driving and it increases rearward visibility, especially in the evenings. With the mirrors properly adjusted, I don't have much of an issue with visibility - just make sure to turn your head to ensure no one is in your blind spot before changing lanes.
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HorsePowerObsessed (01-18-2019)
01-18-2019, 06:55 PM
#8
Drifting
I drive mine at least 3-4 days a week and I agree with most of the above
Pros
1. Put the car in tour mode and is will rival most sedans for smoothness of the ride. I did change my tires to MPSS AS3+ for cold weather driving and that made a slight improvement as well
2. Cant rival the power and handling in a DD street car. The sound can be tuned how you like it
3. For a sports car the abiltiy to pack two sets of golf clubs or a couple small/med suitcases is nice. Can road trip for a couple weeks without problem.
Cons
1. For bigger guys like me (6'/250#) getting out in tight spaces can be a challenge at times
2. Factory brake pads make way too much dust/mess of the wheels. Swapped those out shortly after taking possesion
3. Weak performance of the heated/ventilated seats. Half the time can barely feel any heat
Pros
1. Put the car in tour mode and is will rival most sedans for smoothness of the ride. I did change my tires to MPSS AS3+ for cold weather driving and that made a slight improvement as well
2. Cant rival the power and handling in a DD street car. The sound can be tuned how you like it
3. For a sports car the abiltiy to pack two sets of golf clubs or a couple small/med suitcases is nice. Can road trip for a couple weeks without problem.
Cons
1. For bigger guys like me (6'/250#) getting out in tight spaces can be a challenge at times
2. Factory brake pads make way too much dust/mess of the wheels. Swapped those out shortly after taking possesion
3. Weak performance of the heated/ventilated seats. Half the time can barely feel any heat
01-18-2019, 06:59 PM
#9
I daily mine as much as weather permits here in Oregon. I don’t drive it in the rain as it’s not fun. However the ride,power and looks make it an amazing drive. I don’t have anything negative to say about it. Even the M7 is perfectly streetable in rush hour traffic.
01-19-2019, 08:47 AM
#10
Advanced
Daily Z06
i have had mine since 11/6/18 and in a just a couple months I have put 6300 miles on her.
The Bad - Memory seats that seem to have a mind of their own. Some rattles in the interior that intend to bring up at next oil change. Sometimes the blue tooth has a mind of its own.
The Good - well your in a corvette Z06!!! I have been impressed actually with driving in sub par weather. I have had a many of 30 degree days pouring down rain. I just throw her in weather mode and you pretty much have to drive it like an idiot before it will spin. Touring mode and the ride is surprisingly comfortable. I regularly make 200+ mile trips and it is as comfortable if not more comfortable than a couple CTS’s that I have owned. Sunny days and a curvy road = living the dream.
The best part - is the smile and pure laughter I get from every time I mash on the throttle. But this is my dream car so I am biased 🤗
The Bad - Memory seats that seem to have a mind of their own. Some rattles in the interior that intend to bring up at next oil change. Sometimes the blue tooth has a mind of its own.
The Good - well your in a corvette Z06!!! I have been impressed actually with driving in sub par weather. I have had a many of 30 degree days pouring down rain. I just throw her in weather mode and you pretty much have to drive it like an idiot before it will spin. Touring mode and the ride is surprisingly comfortable. I regularly make 200+ mile trips and it is as comfortable if not more comfortable than a couple CTS’s that I have owned. Sunny days and a curvy road = living the dream.
The best part - is the smile and pure laughter I get from every time I mash on the throttle. But this is my dream car so I am biased 🤗
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HorsePowerObsessed (01-19-2019)
01-19-2019, 01:35 PM
#11
Drifting
i have had mine since 11/6/18 and in a just a couple months I have put 6300 miles on her.
The Bad - Memory seats that seem to have a mind of their own. Some rattles in the interior that intend to bring up at next oil change. Sometimes the blue tooth has a mind of its own.
The Good - well your in a corvette Z06!!! I have been impressed actually with driving in sub par weather. I have had a many of 30 degree days pouring down rain. I just throw her in weather mode and you pretty much have to drive it like an idiot before it will spin. Touring mode and the ride is surprisingly comfortable. I regularly make 200+ mile trips and it is as comfortable if not more comfortable than a couple CTS’s that I have owned. Sunny days and a curvy road = living the dream.
The best part - is the smile and pure laughter I get from every time I mash on the throttle. But this is my dream car so I am biased 🤗
The Bad - Memory seats that seem to have a mind of their own. Some rattles in the interior that intend to bring up at next oil change. Sometimes the blue tooth has a mind of its own.
The Good - well your in a corvette Z06!!! I have been impressed actually with driving in sub par weather. I have had a many of 30 degree days pouring down rain. I just throw her in weather mode and you pretty much have to drive it like an idiot before it will spin. Touring mode and the ride is surprisingly comfortable. I regularly make 200+ mile trips and it is as comfortable if not more comfortable than a couple CTS’s that I have owned. Sunny days and a curvy road = living the dream.
The best part - is the smile and pure laughter I get from every time I mash on the throttle. But this is my dream car so I am biased 🤗
01-19-2019, 02:02 PM
#12
Burning Brakes
Best:
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
1 - Overall comfort (seats, control layout, technology, adjustable exhaust, magnetic ride) all make for a Jeckel/Hyde experience...quiet, smooth, docile when you want it, and race car when you want it...truly best of both worlds in one car
2 - Seemingly effortless power at minimal throttle positions
3 - Overall handling and responsiveness
4 - if I could have a 4th...it just looks kick ***
Worst:
1 - Tire/road noise...very noticeable. Ok when radio off, but with radio on it completes with bass and becomes annoying
2 - Hard to get in and out of if your trying to minimize rubbing and wear on seat bolsters
3 - Seat memory/egresss setting that periodically decides to not work and/or requires specific seat distance from full back is just a stupid problem to have.
Overall, I have no regrets deciding to use as DD and the miles of smiles I have every time I drive it are far greater and have not diminished over 4 months and 1300miles of ownership.
Mike
01-19-2019, 02:35 PM
#13
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
I think this sums it up nicely. I initially had SC2s on the car, but replaced the with PSSs in December. Made a nice improvement in road noise and ride compliance. The car still tramlines a bit but not as much as with the SC2s. Also, couldn't agree more about the seat memory egress setting. I ended up changing the egress so the seat is fixed and just move the steering wheel all the way up and in. Was having egress issues probably a third of the time I got in the car.
Mike
Mike
https://youtu.be/1cPQWIHFDdE
01-19-2019, 04:45 PM
#14
Pro
If you swap out for the Michelin AS3+ tires (tirerack.com) the road noise is significantly reduced and you get to hear the supercharger, engine and exhaust much better. You also save yourself a lot of stress on damp, wet or cold roads.
Exit mode on seats/steering wheel is highly recommended. Key is to NOT let the seatback touch the bulkhead behind the seat in ANY programmed setting INCLUDING exit mode. If you do, the system goes nuts.
Exit mode on seats/steering wheel is highly recommended. Key is to NOT let the seatback touch the bulkhead behind the seat in ANY programmed setting INCLUDING exit mode. If you do, the system goes nuts.
01-19-2019, 06:49 PM
#15
Le Mans Master
The drivers seat bottom bolster on left hurts my leg and thigh. Having seat cushion made to resolve this issue.
z51vett
Doug
z51vett
Doug
01-19-2019, 06:53 PM
#16
Burning Brakes
Mike
01-19-2019, 10:31 PM
#17
Safety Car
Best and worst reasons for daily driving isn't much different between the Z51 I had and the Z06 other than the smile on my face every morning and afternoon is much bigger with the Z06. 
You could argue too much power, pretty much the case for the street, and tires cost more for the Z06 but that comes with the territory.
Others have mentioned tire noise but I've only had Vettes for my DD's since '93. C4,5,6 and two C7's so I'm immune to it if it's there.
The new Michelin AS 3+ tires are great for the Z if not tracking it and you drive in cold and/or wet weather.
You could argue too much power, pretty much the case for the street, and tires cost more for the Z06 but that comes with the territory.
Others have mentioned tire noise but I've only had Vettes for my DD's since '93. C4,5,6 and two C7's so I'm immune to it if it's there.
The new Michelin AS 3+ tires are great for the Z if not tracking it and you drive in cold and/or wet weather.
Last edited by SnowyATX; 01-19-2019 at 10:39 PM.
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intensifi (01-20-2019)
01-20-2019, 06:16 PM
#18
I travel a lot for work and so I can't say I truly "DD" it and I've only had mine since 11/3/2018 and 1720 miles....
But:
1: Torque....this car is so easy to drive around....even starting in 3rd gear isn't a problem. Need some acceleration to get around someone? Just push the pedal.
2: AS3+ tires are fantastic for anything under 60 degrees. No ackerman effect hopping even below freezing and lots less tire noise...it's downright quiet inside compared to my other vehicles. Great in the wet, too.
3: All the goodies...my other cars are more spartan, so the seat heaters, nav, bluetooth, driving modes (wet works great to keep you not going off the road sideways!) and more...
4: As mentioned...add a 4th...the looks....I love seeing this car.
1: I don't get to drive it enough!
2: Gassing it up...sometimes you find a pump that it's just not happy with and it takes a while of slow pumping to get it filled up.
3: Finding decent parking...so many places like using smaller painted spaces now and I prefer to have some space between me and the next car...long doors on the Corvette and people who can't park in the first place.
It's headed with me to Daytona for the Rolex on Wednesday morning! If all goes well about 1,800 miles in less than a week!
But:
1: Torque....this car is so easy to drive around....even starting in 3rd gear isn't a problem. Need some acceleration to get around someone? Just push the pedal.
2: AS3+ tires are fantastic for anything under 60 degrees. No ackerman effect hopping even below freezing and lots less tire noise...it's downright quiet inside compared to my other vehicles. Great in the wet, too.
3: All the goodies...my other cars are more spartan, so the seat heaters, nav, bluetooth, driving modes (wet works great to keep you not going off the road sideways!) and more...
4: As mentioned...add a 4th...the looks....I love seeing this car.
1: I don't get to drive it enough!
2: Gassing it up...sometimes you find a pump that it's just not happy with and it takes a while of slow pumping to get it filled up.
3: Finding decent parking...so many places like using smaller painted spaces now and I prefer to have some space between me and the next car...long doors on the Corvette and people who can't park in the first place.
It's headed with me to Daytona for the Rolex on Wednesday morning! If all goes well about 1,800 miles in less than a week!
01-20-2019, 09:42 PM
#19
Safety Car
Minor thread hijack.
For those of you with intermittent memory seat issues.
Follow this exactly. It worked for me. This video has been on this forum many times. Don't forget to raise the steering wheel to set the exit setting for easy exit and entry.
For those of you with intermittent memory seat issues.
Follow this exactly. It worked for me. This video has been on this forum many times. Don't forget to raise the steering wheel to set the exit setting for easy exit and entry.
Last edited by Keppler; 01-20-2019 at 09:51 PM.
01-20-2019, 10:10 PM
#20
That's something I've not had an issue with is the memory seats. Always carry the FOB #1 and discovered that if you haven't set the parking brake and have the car off before opening the door, it just doesn't work. You can move the seat if you have to hop out of a running car and back in, moving the seat back when you get out (or use the EXIT button), and once back inside hold the #1 (or #2 depending on which setting you want) and get back to where you were. I'm also 5'9" and don't need the seat all the way back in normal driving, but I do like it all the way down and mine works well...except when I don't follow directions. Every time I think it didn't work for some reason, I can trace it to my getting the door open before putting on the parking brake or similar.