Anybody thinking about buying a new ZO6 Corvette?

[Jeff Murphy]

I have the chance to buy one of the 5 ZO6 Corvettes they are bringing into England (out of 25 for Europe). I got stumped on the Ford GT, so I don't want to miss out on this one without cause. Thoughts? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Chevy454]

I believe Sandlin has had one ordered for about 2 years now! LOL!!

Seriously, if I even thought I was close to being able to swing it I'd be ALL OVER IT...those things are gonna be ANIMALS...

[MosportGreen66]

I was taken for a ride in a buddy's C6 today... I cannot imagine what a true rocket the Z06 must be. I am seriously considering a new Z06.

[SamLBInj]

http://www.chevrolet.com/corvettez06/

[SamLBInj]

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I was taken for a ride in a buddy's C6 today... I cannot imagine what a true rocket the Z06 must be. I am seriously considering a new Z06.

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You may not want to hear this but the new 39,000.00 dollar Shelby GT500 Mustangs may give the new ZO6 a run for the money...Hey GM, you listening?

[moparts]

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You may not want to hear this but the new 39,000.00 dollar Shelby GT500 Mustangs may give the new ZO6 a run for the money

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No true GM person would even give that a second thought. The General may be down but never out.

Now that I said that, I sure hope they get their stuff together, that way I don't have to start supporting dad. 32 years retired GM and they are talking cutting retirement benefits.

[MosportGreen66]

I have been in and driven a 2005 Mustang a few times now. Our family friend has one. I think the car is heavy and throttle response is just terrible (we're talking about auto car). If the baseline car will lend its as a basis for what a higher performance model will be, I would run from the Mustang. The Corvette on the other hand is welcomed in my garage any day of the week...

[Astock]

Is the Mustang a GT?

[427TJ]

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I think the car is heavy and throttle response is just terrible (we're talking about auto car).

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'64 Mustangs probably received the same scorn from car guys back then. Think of a 260/2bbl/auto '64 and how anemic it was in the acceleration and cornering department. It really wasn't until Shelby went to work on them that the early Mustang got any respect from the hard-core car guys of the day. Shelby himself still calls the '64-'66 Mustang a "secretary's car."

Overall, I think Ford's done the best that they could with the new Mustang. I'll see one going down the street and look at it and think, "Yeah, Ford did it right." Even the clean-looking V6 car catches my eye. The new Shelby version will hopefully be a real tire-fryer.

The Corvette will always be in a class by itself, much the same way the new Ford GT is. Comparison with the Mustang is to be expected but the Corvette is basically alone in my book. If GM does reincarnate the F-body with the same success that Ford has had with the '05 Mustang then we'll really have something worth talking about.

[LVCamaro]

I ordered thru Bill Wertheim at Paddock Chevrolet several months ago. With a base window sticker of $68K, I would hope the new Z06 performance/handling isn't threatened by the new Mustang. We'll know in October...

SS

[MosportGreen66]

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Is the Mustang a GT?

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yes

[Chevy454]

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You may not want to hear this but the new 39,000.00 dollar Shelby GT500 Mustangs may give the new ZO6 a run for the money...

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No friggin' way...the Mustang is giving up WAY to much weight, and while you can slap on a supercharger you still have to tune it, but you don't have to tune weight...it's free horsepower, all the time, not dependant on the weather, rpm, gearing, etc. The 'Vette also has a MUCH better front/rear weight bias, lower CG, etc., etc., etc...the list goes on and on. While that sounds like a knock on the Mustang, it's not, 'cause I'm sure Ford will sell all they make, but it and the ZO6 are aimed at entirely different markets. The Ford GT (40), on the other hand, was aimed dead at the General's flagship car, and had it dead in it's sights...but I think the whole "gajillion dollar markup followed by a total recall" fiasco is gonna take quite a bit of wind out of their sales...

[JoeG]

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I ordered thru Bill Wertheim at Paddock Chevrolet several months ago. With a base window sticker of $68K, I would hope the new ZO6 performance/handling isn't threatened by the new Mustang. We'll know in October...

SS

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LV--You should be http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif from ear to ear in October,--But if your not, send that poor little Z06 by me http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[OUTLAW]

Dave Hill said that this ZO6 is built to go after quarter million dollar exotics and the FORD GT. I doubt that they are worried about the new Shelby. Even if the 1/4 mile times are close, it's not all about the straight line performance. The ZO is a race car, not a drag car http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Xplantdad]

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Dave Hill said that this ZO6 is built to go after quarter million dollar exotics and the FORD GT. I doubt that they are worried about the new Shelby. Even if the 1/4 mile times are close, it's not all about the straight line performance. The ZO is a race car, not a drag car http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

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You betcha. The Corvette will run away from the Mustang any time there's a corner involved....and if you have the need to go a bit faster...I'm sure that they'll be tons of aftermaket stuff available for the new Z06...superchagers, and on and on.

[OUTLAW]

I have some nice shots of the new ZO6 from Boling Green here:

http://community.webshots.com/user/tennesseecamaroman

[Xplantdad]

Hey Kasey, Welcome! I sent you a PM. Say Hi to your dad for me.

[Jeff Murphy]

Steve what color combo did you choose? If I order it's a December delivery. Apparently over 100 things need to be changed to make it Euro legal (wiring looms, lights, etc.)...

[Xplantdad]

Steve equals too http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif If I had to guess...maybe yellow? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Mr. T]

I visited my local Chevrolet dealer today, hoping to test drive a new Corvette, and they didn't have one vette on the lot out of a 100 cars or so. I was kind of bummed out, but I did test drive a brand new Chevy Silverado Z71 pickup, and I was impressed by how smooth it rode over some of the bumpy roads. Almost rides as nice as a Cadillac Deville.

I might be going back and buy that truck next Tuesday, before the Chevy employee's discount expires. 25k is a good price for a Z71 Silverado. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

[LVCamaro]

Yep, it's yellow and chassis #301. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Xplantdad]

Cool Steve! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Here are some shots from the very slow Pavillions cruise tonight...A Manufacturers Plated new Z06.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1199.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1192.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1193.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1191.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1200.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Pavillions%20Independence%20Day/tn_DSCF1202.jpg

[kwhizz]

I had a C5 and just bought an 05 GTO.......it has more power than the C5 and the handling is pretty close....it's not perfect but for the money it's an asskicker........
Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[GRB]

I just had to have one of the first 02 Z06s in the SE but this time I'm going to give GM 6 months to a year to work the bugs out and start selling them at invoice. After all, I've got 950+ HP in the GMMG ZL1 to keep me entertained meanwhile. Assuming I live! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[JoeG]

Tough lookin car I notice the side vents by the front wheels--Is that to dump any excess engine compartment heat-?--I remember when it wasn't legal to have a plexy glass or glass covering over the headlights , I'm glad that faded away along with the convertable ban----It seems there was a cure for Ralph Nader http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[JChlupsa]

Must be nice to get the GM employee Discount. Hawaii dealers are saying no to it for some reason. To bad to since the better half is leaning towards a truck.

[Xplantdad]

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Tough lookin car I notice the side vents by the front wheels--Is that to dump any excess engine compartment heat-?--I remember when it wasn't legal to have a plexy glass or glass covering over the headlights , I'm glad that faded away along with the convertable ban----It seems there was a cure for Ralph Nader http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

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http://www.corvettemuseum.com/specs/2006/images/Z06_5.jpg


Taken from
http://www.corvettemuseum.com

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The large brakes bring an excellent level of stopping capability with the Z06, and with their four-wheel brake cooling, they provide excellent fade resistance and lining life during track duties.

The trailing edge of the front wheel opening is radiused to achieve improved drag, but protects the body finish with a tough molding, and a large air extractor is located behind the wheel

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http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[JoeG]

Thanks http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif--It still takes me awhile to get use to the Euro-type lights--You Know old dog etc.-,. but they do help contour the front of the Vette AND it does look like it has a smile on it's face----Next ink spot please----------

[Xplantdad]

No problem Joe...I know I'd definitely have a smile on my face if I had one. It's a sharp looking car!

[Jeff Murphy]

I put my initial deposit down today. Figured it was the patriotic thing to do. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

Now I have to figure out whether or not I like it. I was going to go to the dealer on Saturday but this little Live 8 concert thing closed off all the roads. Very inconsiderate.

That black manufacturer's plate car sure looks tough. Steve, did you get polished or painted rims? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Chevy454]

Scammed this from the LS2.com site (http://www.ls2.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=247715&perpage=15&pagen umber=1), but those of you who think cars should be able to make the turn at the end of the 1/4 under power will appreciate this...

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C6 ZO6 ran a 7:40 at the N-Ring! (Nurburgring)
For comparison, here are some of the times other cars have run.

Note that some of the cars in this list are modified and ran race tires. The C6ZO6 did not. This thing is faster around the track than anything Lamborghini or BMW makes, STOCK. It also outran every STOCK 996 based Porsche (996 Turbo, GT2, GT3, etc), the Mosler Photon, and the approximate time of the McLaren F1.

Nordschleife exluding GP track 20.6 kms:
7:01 --- 176.152 km/h -- Manthey Porsche GT3 race car, 493 hp (2004)
7:10 --- 173.100 km/h -- BMW M3 GTR, 450 PS/1350 kg, Jörg Müller (practice 24hrs race 2003)
7:12 --- 173.600 km/h – Radical SR3 Turbo race car, 320 PS/500 kgs (test drive 07/2003)
7:12.25 173.500 km/h – Schnitzer BMW M3 GTR, Dirk Müller, 24 hrs practice 2002
7:18.01 169.311 km/h -- Donkervoort D8 RS, 370 PS/670 kg, M. Düchting, sport auto 12/2004
7:19 --- 168.929 km/h -- Radical SR3 Turbo (2003)
7:20* -- 168.545 km/h -- Opel Astra DTM V8 Coupe, 500hp, set-up for 24hrs race (sport auto 2003) *estimated
7:21 --- 168.163 km/h -- Blitz Supra, 650 PS (Autocar magazine 1997)
7:25 --- 168.651 km/h -- Alzen Motorsport Porsche 996, 24hrs race, Uwe Alzen
7:28 --- 166.652 km/h -- Porsche Carrera GT, Walther Röhrl,(Autobild July 2004)

7:32.44 163.911 km/h -- Porsche Carrera GT, definitive time Horst Von Saurma (sport auto 01/2004)
7:32.52 163.882 km/h -- Gemballa Porsche GTR 600 EVO, Wolfgang Kaufmann (sport auto 2001)
7:36 --- 162.631 km/h -- AC-Schnitzer M3 CLS II E36, 350 hp, Michelin Sport Cup R , Mattias Ekblom
7:36 --- 162.631 km/h -- Porsche Carrera GT, factory test driver Walther Röhrl (2002)
7:39 --- 161.575 km/h – Koenigsegg CCR, 806 PS/1180 kg
7:40* -- 161.217 km/h – Corvette Z06, 505 PS/ 1419.7 kg (estimated), Jan Magnusen (AutoBild 7/2005) (*mfr.)
7:40* -- 161.217 km/h -- Porsche Carrera GT, *cold and partially wet track (sport auto 12/2003)
7:40 --- 161.217 km/h -- Porsche GT3 RS, stock but Pirelli P Zero Corsa, Mattias Ekblom (ams)
7:40 --- 161.217 km/h -- Mercedes Benz McLaren SLR, Klaus Ludwig (Autobild 07/2004)
7:41 --- 160.868 km/h – Manthey Porsche GT3 M410, 413hp (AutoBild 07/2004)
7:42 --- 160.519 km/h -- Mosler MT900S Photon, Joao Barbosa, 2004 (according to dailysportscar.net)
7:42 --- 160.519 km/h -- Radical 1500 SR3, 230 PS/510 kg (2002)
7:43 --- 160.173 km/h -- TechArt Porsche GT Street, 620 PS/1453 kg, (sport auto 08/2002)
7:43 --- 160.173 km/h -- Porsche 996 GT3 RS, factory test driver Walter Röhrl (MOTOR Magazine)
7:43.5 - 160,000 km/h -- Lamborghini Murcielago (Autocar magazine 2002)
7:44 --- 159.828 km/h -- Pagani Zonda C12 S, 580 PS/1820 kg (sport auto 07/2002)
7:45 --- 159.484 km/h -- Gemballa Porsche GTR 600, 600hp (2000)
7:45* -- 159.484 km/h -- McLaren F1, *estimated lap time from a video available at >>> www.pistonheads.tv (http://www.pistonheads.tv)
7:46 --- 159.142 km/h -- Porsche 996 GT2, 462 PS/1450 kg (sport auto 06/2001)
7:46 --- 159.142 km/h -- Jaguar XJ220, John Walton (EVO magzine 07/2000)
7:46 --- 159.142 km/h -- SHK Porsche 993 GT2, 652hp (sport auto 1999)
7:47 --- 158.801 km/h -- Porsche 996 GT3 RS, 381hp (sport auto 03/2004)
7.49 --- 158.124 km/h -- Porsche GT3, 392hp (AutoBild 2004)
7:49 --- 158.124 km/h -- Porsche 996 GT3 Cup, 360 PS/1207 kg (sport auto 02/1999)
7:49.72 157.885 km/h -- Honda RC30, Helmut Daehne 1993 (moto bike)

7:50 --- 157.787 km/h -- BMW E46 M3 CSL (sport auto 08/2003)
7:50 --- 157.787 km/h -- Blitz Supra, 750hp, Herbert Schürg (1997)
7:50 --- 157.787 km/h -- Lamborghini Murcielago, 462 PS/1450 kg (sport auto 06/2002)
7:50 --- 157.787 km/h – Westfield Super 7 with Hayabusa engine
7:52 --- 157.119 km/h – BMW M5 (E60), 507 PS/1844 kg
7:52 --- 157.119 km/h -- Gemballa Porsche 911 Le Mans (sport auto 1995)
7:52 --- 157.119 km/h -- Lamborghini Gallardo E-Gear (sport auto 12/2003)
7:52 --- 157.119 km/h -- Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren (sport auto 06/2004)
7:54 --- 156.456 km/h – Mercedes CLK DTM AMG, 582bPS/1678kg, (sport auto 03/2005)
7:54 --- 156.456 km/h -- Porsche 996 GT3 (sport auto 06/2003)
7:55 --- 156.126 km/h -- Caterham R500 Superlight, Robert Nearn (EVO magazine 07/2000)
7:56 --- 155.798 km/h -- Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale, 425 PS/1387 kg (sport auto 02/2004)
7:56 --- 155.798 km/h -- Porsche 996 Turbo, 420 PS/1569 kg (sport auto 06/2000)
7:56 --- 155.798 km/h -- Chevrolet Corvette C6 (company test driver Dave Hill)
7:57 --- 155.472 km/h -- Lotec Porsche 993 Turbo, 600PS/1558 kg (sport auto 05/1998)
7:59 --- 154.822 km/h -- Porsche 997 Carrera S, PASM setting “Performance”, (Walter Röhrl WHEELS 06/ 2004)
7:59 --- 154.822 km/h -- Nissan Skyline R33 GT-R, Dirk Schoymans (Autocar magazine 1997)


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Supposed to be an upcoming article outlining the details, but not bad for a car that was reported to be *stock* and wearing street shoes...it put the smack down on a lot of hi-buck Supercars...

[LVCamaro]

Good for you, Jeff. I have a Z51 C6 coupe and a convertible and can only imagine what 100 more HP and a much lighter total weight will mean for performance. In track like conditions, I've had the convertible C6 north of 180 MPH in 5th and it seemed to just kept crouching. As I recall, there was a Ferarri in the rear view mirror that morning too. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Polished wheels rock http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif and the new body style will grow on you within the first hour of delivery. I'd ask Joe G to pick mine up for me at Paddock Chev in Kenmore, NY, but I've heard too much about his youthful street racing days in his Motion Chevelle http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

SS

[hvychev]

I took a test drive on Saturday with a customer in a brand new C6 Corvette. That thing moved! I can't imagine another 100 HP! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[Jeff Murphy]

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Supposed to be an upcoming article outlining the details, but not bad for a car that was reported to be *stock* and wearing street shoes...it put the smack down on a lot of hi-buck Supercars...

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Excellent!!! Anything sub 8:00 minutes is smoking. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

Jan Magnussen has won the 24 Hours of Le Mans at least twice so he's a bit more of a hot shoe than most of us. The Mercedes Benz McLaren SLR that ran the same time as the ZO6 is about $500k+ (Klaus Ludwig is no slouch either, having won a ton of endurance races). The Porsche Carrera GT that ran 7:28 is $500k (proves that Rally drivers are the best - Walter Rohrl is the Audi multi-world champion):

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/146564-Carrera-GT.jpg

FYI if you are wondering what a Pagoni Zonda (7:44) is:

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/146563-Pagoni.jpg

[Mr. T]

Jeff, did you make a deposit on a BLACK ZO6? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Xplantdad]

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Good for you, Jeff. I have a Z51 C6 coupe and a convertible and can only imagine what 100 more HP and a much lighter total weight will mean for performance. In track like conditions, I've had the convertible C6 north of 180 MPH in 5th and it seemed to just kept crouching. As I recall, there was a Ferarri in the rear view mirror that morning too. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Polished wheels rock http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif and the new body style will grow on you within the first hour of delivery. I'd ask Joe G to pick mine up for me at Paddock Chev in Kenmore, NY, but I've heard too much about his youthful street racing days in his Motion Chevelle http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

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I can't even fathom how much fun that would be. My brother Gary...who has the Marina blue 1967 RS/SS 396 that was a Members Ride feature also has the 405HP version of the Z06 in Electron Blue...I've driven it twice...it's like two cars in one...a docile street car that gets relatively good MPG and performance...and then a balls to the wall race car when you want it to be.

Here's a few pictures of my brothers 2002 Z06

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/GArysZ06.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Z062.jpg

[JoeG]

No problem picking up your car LV--I'd be very good http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif--------------------------

[Xplantdad]

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No problem picking up your car LV--I'd be very good http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif--------------------------

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Yea...C'mon Steve...Joe's a good guy!

[Belair62]

I'll ride shotgun to make sure he drives it like a baby

[kwhizz]

Bruce.......After looking at the pic's of your brothers car ........I can see that you have followed instructions and the Palm trees are on their way......Thanks for giving this situation you immediate attention
Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[Charley Lillard]

Rumor has it a new Z06 hit just shy of 200 mph...

[427TJ]

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b288/moreyenko/Z062.jpg


Man, that blue is gorgeous! The red calipers and polished wheels really make it pop.

Bruce, has your brother taken the Camaro out to the Pavillions yet?

[kwhizz]

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Rumor has it a new Z06 hit just shy of 200 mph...

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Charley........I'm sure that is of no importance to you because you would never even think of exceeding the legal posted speed limit........would you.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[Xplantdad]

He's taken it out a couple of times...not recently though. I think the last time it was out there was about a year ago...He's out of town quite a bit...

I definitely like his Z06 with the polished wheels too!

[SamLBInj]

I just called and ordered a velocity yellow, am getting it at dealer cost whatever that is, anyone know?
Hey, why cant we get Mark Hassett to put together a group buy with a fleet discount..Hey Mark, how about it, man you'll look good in GM and Chevys eyes and well all be your best friends http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Chevy454]

That picture of the electron blue C5 ZO6 sends chills down my spine! I've battled a few times with a couple fairly stock E-Blue ZO6's on street tires at Memphis quite a few times, and been stung plenty...the Yellow Submarine can usually pull 'em to about the 1000' mark, but then aerodynamics and weight (or lack of it for the ZO6) takes over and it's like those cars are shot out of a cannon...our ETs were usually close, but they'd put a couple MPH on me on the big end...reckon I'll just give a free pass to these monsters...!

[djunod]

This is "just" the C6 coupe, but it is still pretty bad a$$.

Check out C6 Ride & C6 Engine here:

http://macoshark.com/wmv/

It's from back in February in my nephew's C6.

[GRB]

With 500hp and that low weight the car will border on uncontrollable. The less than "gifted" guys that turn off the computer controls are going to get in trouble....real fast.