JHL88 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 This thing will be rediculous. http://www.autoblog.com/2014/01/13/2015-chevy-corvette-z06-detroit-2014/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I'll take one in black please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbeard Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) Wow! If I start saving now, with compounding interest...by the time these hit the dealership I should have enough to bribe someone for a ride! Edited January 13, 2014 by Redbeard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Theres a good chance (IMO) that the ZR1 doesn't make a return. Just like the earlier ZR1 it was in for a good time, not a long time. I see it being more of a thing they bring back closer to the end of a production model then kill off again. With the Z06 sporting a blower and that kind of power a ZR1 becomes something that would have to go to a bonkers place performance wise to justify its place. Again... just my thoughts. JBlack151 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbeard Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) I agree, but on the other hand the Z06 is a track monster while the ZR1 is more of a GT car (big hp, but overall not as hard-edged). It's possible they'll take a similar approach like what we're seeing with the ZL1 Camaro vs the upcoming Z/28. Who knows? But the C7 is such a great platform already, I have to believe they'll come up with several derivatives to capitalize on it. Edited January 13, 2014 by Redbeard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Pretty excited and hopeful that I will get my hands on one to polish out! The specs on this thing is ridiculous and AWESOME! I was thinking last night on, if they do build a ZR-1...what would it be? This one is supercharged, so what if GM decided to Turbo one of them puppies? Would that be out of the question? That was rumored to have been the original C7 motor anyway right? A High revving, 4.x L block with a Turbo. Interesting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbeard Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 (edited) Turbos aren't that far-fetched since there are currently some GM vehicles with them. And would a twin turbo V8 be any more radical now than the original DOHC 32-valve LT5 was at the time? More importantly, Chevy needs to top the GT500's 662 hp. Edited January 13, 2014 by Redbeard THE Mook 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z71_Denali Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 i've been saving my pennies for this since the 2014 stingray reveal last year! i'll probably be ordering mine this time next year. i just hope the Z07 package isn't more than a brand new C6 ZR1 3ZR was @ $125k Redbeard, THE Mook and Team Adam's 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganSRT8 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 can't wait to see them hauling around my house and the proving ground in the summer. Hopefully get some time to play with one at some lights . Really waiting to see that price tag though, think its gunna be something ridiculous. THE Mook 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneck08sierra Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 pure sexiness Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Lordy! That thing is just pain insane. I thing Dylan is probably right about the ZR-1… maybe some end-of-series run thing, or maybe a track specific car the way Porsche slits up it's 911 line -- "standard", Turbo, GT3, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 The ZR1 will be back in one year. Probably show it at the Detroit show next year. It's most likely going to be twin turbo. But I've spoken with several of the engineers and it's definitely still in the works. Going to be somewhere in the 700's for hp. Insanity. But there are those who want it. I came to my senses about buying a new Z and will be keeping my 427 after a lot of thought. To put out another $91 K for another Vette is just nuts. Where I live, I have clearance issues on nearly every street with this one, and the new Z has that bigger splitter and even is lower than the one I have now. Plus there's the issue of not having any highways close by where I can really drive it and open it up. I'd want the Z07 option too just for bragging rights. I've never tracked any car. Street raced....yes, opened her up and let her rip ........ yes. But never tracked any of my cars. I'm sure there will be no lack of buyers though. It's an amazing piece of machinery. JJ Stin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Seeing the C7.R..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryW Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 http://money.cnn.com/video/pf/2014/01/13/corvette-z06-stingray-detroit-auto-show.cnnmoney?hpt=hp_c2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen9Rolla Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Can't wait to see one of them in person. Simply evil, stunning, angry, sexy, and pure automotive beauty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-CM- Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I bet the automatic 8-speed will generate a lot of sales from people who wouldn't have considered a Z06 previously. Between the performance, technology, and vastly improved interior, GM has a great product in the Corvette line. I also think there will be a ZR1 and probably another Grand Sport later in the cycle to give the wide-body lovers something more affordable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 I bet the automatic 8-speed will generate a lot of sales from people who wouldn't have considered a Z06 previously. Between the performance, technology, and vastly improved interior, GM has a great product in the Corvette line. I also think there will be a ZR1 and probably another Grand Sport later in the cycle to give the wide-body lovers something more affordable. Not only the automatic, but the fact you can now get a targa top! I bought the 427 because it was the closest thing I could get to the Z06 with a convertible top (which is basically what it is). So having the t top, I bet there will be a lot of those sold to guys like me who want the power, but not to track. The more I read about it, and look at it, the more I'm drooling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Z06Seal Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Did you guys notice that frame/body wise nothing is different? You're getting a more powerful engine with some aero gear compared to a base vette. that's about it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Uh, yeah. That's what Corvette has always done. About the only time they made the Z06 different in styling was when they came out with the C5 Z with the fixed roof that really set it apart style wise. But even then, you could buy an optional fixed roof coupe (non Z06). It's all about the speed and power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveVY Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Did you guys notice that frame/body wise nothing is different? You're getting a more powerful engine with some aero gear compared to a base vette. that's about it... The body is different, wider front fenders covering an additional 2+ inches and 3 inches in the rear. Rear view is different due to the width change. Front hood is different and some vent changes. Greenhouse remains the same from what I have seen. Redbeard 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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