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EvanZR1 · 07-28-2019

Funny how they think the C6 ZR1 is something so special. It's a great car, but no more rare than a C4 ZR-1, and it's really just an LS3 with a factory blower. I know there's lots of other stuff, but at least the C4 ZR-1 was a truly different motor. To me if anything in the C6 was going to hold value better, it would be the 427 convertible, or maybe the Carbon Edition Z06, which got Mag Ride, carbon ceramic brakes and PTM, but then GM of course made those options available on 12 and 13 Z06s, thus eliminating a lot of it's rarity.

What none of these guys seem to be willing to admit is that there haven't been any truly "rare" Corvettes in a long, long time.

fred · 07-28-2019

Well, at least C4 ZR-1 owners never worried about value.

Mystic ZR-1 · 07-28-2019

They‘re all nice, but, they‘ve only got one cam!!!!

lfalzarano · 07-28-2019

They’ll all drop to 30% of the MSRP in the future. JMHO

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S.hafsmo · 07-28-2019

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Originally Posted by fred

Well, at least C4 ZR-1 owners never worried about value.

Paul Workman · 07-28-2019

Truth be known, MOST Corvette drivers ("documented" C4 ZR-1 drivers) NEVER come close to the performance capabilities of their ZR-1s. So, I'm of the opinion that when it comes down to pushing the Vette to the edge of its envelope, MOST of those running their mouths only know and repeat what they see in print. And, simply being able to afford to turn the key on a new rocket doesn't automatically raise their stature among true driving enthusiasts!*

*I'd like to see how many could have kept up with Terry Carlson or Robert DeMarco or "Gunny" (or even ME) on any of the various MOUNTAIN RUNS before they start sticking their thumbs in their armpits to pontificate!

The C8, or to be more clear, the mid-engine platform, has proven time and again to be the one to beat. So, I'm all for seeing it prove its stuff and elbow its way to the bar. Wish I could afford one! But, what is really going to be interesting to see is the Z06/ZR1 variants. And, would it be too much to ask to see an 8000 rpm, FI DOHC in a Corvette?? (With a $60k base price, they have the headroom to offer one, ya think??)

Mr.Yuck · 07-29-2019

That’s a great post Paul. Very well said.

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rush91 · 07-29-2019

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Originally Posted by -=Jeff=-

yes.. sort of fun to watch..

But I really hate all the ignorant newer Gen Owners that don't wave

I've found just the reverse. Guys \ ladies with newer Gens are the ones that wave and pull up next to me and give a thumbs up......Its the older C1, C2 AND C3 folks that turn their noses up for some odd reason.

lfalzarano · 07-29-2019

And that’s how the world turns in Corvette land.

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Z51JEFF · 07-29-2019

I’ve left a few replies in that C6 thread,these guys are in for a rude awakening. Once that C8 hits the streets ain’t nobody going to be looking at anything fairly new with a high price point. And the C7,I wouldn’t be surprised if prices for those go right in the toilet as well. As for me I,like many of my Z brothers here will just sit back and watch the show,and offer a tissue.😁

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EvanZR1 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Omaha Posts: 403	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys Funny how they think the C6 ZR1 is something so special. It's a great car, but no more rare than a C4 ZR-1, and it's really just an LS3 with a factory blower. I know there's lots of other stuff, but at least the C4 ZR-1 was a truly different motor. To me if anything in the C6 was going to hold value better, it would be the 427 convertible, or maybe the Carbon Edition Z06, which got Mag Ride, carbon ceramic brakes and PTM, but then GM of course made those options available on 12 and 13 Z06s, thus eliminating a lot of it's rarity. What none of these guys seem to be willing to admit is that there haven't been any truly "rare" Corvettes in a long, long time. __________________ Evan 2024 Z06 SOLD - 1991 Admiral Blue ZR-1 SOLD - 2012 Carlisle Blue Metallic ZR1 - 800HP SOLD - Steel Blue 91 391cid ZR-1 #391 SOLD - Black 91 ZR-1

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fred Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Phoenix Posts: 59	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys Well, at least C4 ZR-1 owners never worried about value.

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Mystic ZR-1 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mystic CT Posts: 2,633	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys They‘re all nice, but, they‘ve only got one cam!!!!

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lfalzarano Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Clayton, North Carolina Posts: 1,133	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys They’ll all drop to 30% of the MSRP in the future. JMHO Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry __________________ Lou[COLOR="Red"][B][SIZE="4"][/SIZE][/B][/COLOR]

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Paul Workman Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Squires (near Ava MO in the Mark Twain N'tl Forest) - Missouri Posts: 6,493	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys Truth be known, MOST Corvette drivers ("documented" C4 ZR-1 drivers) NEVER come close to the performance capabilities of their ZR-1s. So, I'm of the opinion that when it comes down to pushing the Vette to the edge of its envelope, MOST of those running their mouths only know and repeat what they see in print. And, simply being able to afford to turn the key on a new rocket doesn't automatically raise their stature among true driving enthusiasts!* I'd like to see how many could have kept up with Terry Carlson* or Robert DeMarco or "Gunny" (or even ME) on any of the various MOUNTAIN RUNS before they start sticking their thumbs in their armpits to pontificate! The C8, or to be more clear, the mid-engine platform, has proven time and again to be the one to beat. So, I'm all for seeing it prove its stuff and elbow its way to the bar. Wish I could afford one! But, what is really going to be interesting to see is the Z06/ZR1 variants. And, would it be too much to ask to see an 8000 rpm, FI DOHC in a Corvette?? (With a $60k base price, they have the headroom to offer one, ya think??) __________________ Good carz, good food, good friendz = the best of timez! 90 #1202 "FBI" top end ported & relieved Cam timing by "Pete the Greek" Sans secondaries Chip & dyno tuning by Haibeck Automotive SW headers, X-pipe, MF muffs Former Secretary, ZR-1 Net Registry Last edited by Paul Workman; 07-28-2019 at 12:23 PM.

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Mr.Yuck Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: WI Posts: 121	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys That’s a great post Paul. Very well said. Sent from my iPad using ZR-1 Net Registry

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Z51JEFF Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fremont,Ca Posts: 3,078	Re: I get a kick out of these C6 ZR1 Guys I’ve left a few replies in that C6 thread,these guys are in for a rude awakening. Once that C8 hits the streets ain’t nobody going to be looking at anything fairly new with a high price point. And the C7,I wouldn’t be surprised if prices for those go right in the toilet as well. As for me I,like many of my Z brothers here will just sit back and watch the show,and offer a tissue.😁