Poll: How many plan to buy new C6 Z06 - Page 2 - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

HHZR1 · 08-07-2005

I'd like to have a new Z06 but it is impossible to justify the extra money when my ZR1 is so much fun.

However I am willing to trade immediately one-for-one.

mimzr1 · 08-07-2005

Not at this time. Gotta put a kid through college. Maybe by the time she's out, there'll be some nice low mileage used
ones for sale.

-Mim

cuisinartvette · 08-12-2005

Not for me. Awesome machine indeed, but as fast as technology is progressing the performance stats will be old news soon. The Z is more of an oddball no matter how outdated. Think about it. Until the LS1 had been out for a few years and guys figured out how to make them run, there was nothing better than the Z. That's at least a good 10 year run of being the King! LS1's are quick, but there is nothing unique about the LS series of engines, being produced in everything from vettes to vans; for some reason the bodylines don't appeal to me; but a great car nevertheless.

ZR1 MK · 08-12-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by cuisinartvette

there is nothing unique about the LS series of engines, being produced in everything from vettes to vans.

You better do a little research on the LS7 engine, for if you do, that comment will surely change.

902066 · 08-12-2005

No not buying a new zo6. Just paid for my oldest daughters wedding and my twins start collage next year. Anyway my ZR1 has always been my dream car, it's all I need.

dsinned · 08-13-2005

Interesting poll . . . so far the majority of ZR-1 Net members are NOT going for the new Z. Even more interesting - although the cost factor has been mentioned several times - nobody has brought up the sluggish economic conditions continuing to hamper high priced car sales since 9-11.

Still quite poor nationwide are such things as job security, cost of living raises, stocks and bonds not nearly as lucrative as they use to be, businesses still hanging on by a thread, higher (record level) price of gas, etc, etc.

Buying a luxury car or in this case an ultra high performance C6 is generally purchased with discretionary funds (i.e. surplus income). There just isn't much of that to go around these days.

Which in a way is good because for those of us patient enough to wait out the enviatible price gouging for the first model year (and beyond?), MSRP will once again become meaningless just as it did for the ZR-1 and the price to be paid will fall.

The other factor quite naturally is the number of these new Zs that will be produced; the more the better for exactly the same reason.

In the end the law of supply and demand will dictate just how "desireable" owning one of these new Zs is to the hordes of working class enthusiasts. A Corvette showroom priced at $65,800, with various options, tax and license fees, puts it into 70 thousand range! Add financing charges and it becomes a major investment. The monthly payments prohibitive for 9 to 5ers.

Still a bargain as opposed to most other high priced cars even remotely comparable to the Z's performance; nevertheless, certainly beyond most everyones' spending allowance.

08-16-2005

After getting a chance to drive one a few weeks ago, the answer will be yes. But I will not get rid of the ZR-1 to do so.

cuisinartvette · 08-17-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZR1 MK

You better do a little research on the LS7 engine, for if you do, that comment will surely change.

I am familiar with the LS7 engine; spent a lot of time around LS1/6 buildups; Its JMO that the DOHC motor was just a bit more ahead of its time than the LS7 is today. I'm not disounting the LS7 by saying that; they do make some stupid power, and have some serious parts in them.
I personally decided not to buy a C6Z;there will be plenty of low mile examples around many years from now to be had on the cheap. Until then,(and hopefully afterwards) I'll continue playing with the Z. I can't get past the presence of these z's from the rearview!

Bell Curve · 08-22-2005

Voted no because I cannot afford it.

bobbyhi · 08-27-2005

Not for a few years. Price should be more reasonable to my wallet...

View Poll Results: Will you buy a new C6 Z-6???
YES, love it and worth every penny	10	23.81%
NO, definitely not! (Pls explain in a post below)	24	57.14%
UNDECIDED, but giving it serious consideration	8	19.05%
None of your business!!!	0	0%
Voters: 42. You may not vote on this poll

08-13-2005	#16
dsinned Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 5	Interesting poll . . . so far the majority of ZR-1 Net members are NOT going for the new Z. Even more interesting - although the cost factor has been mentioned several times - nobody has brought up the sluggish economic conditions continuing to hamper high priced car sales since 9-11. Still quite poor nationwide are such things as job security, cost of living raises, stocks and bonds not nearly as lucrative as they use to be, businesses still hanging on by a thread, higher (record level) price of gas, etc, etc. Buying a luxury car or in this case an ultra high performance C6 is generally purchased with discretionary funds (i.e. surplus income). There just isn't much of that to go around these days. Which in a way is good because for those of us patient enough to wait out the enviatible price gouging for the first model year (and beyond?), MSRP will once again become meaningless just as it did for the ZR-1 and the price to be paid will fall. The other factor quite naturally is the number of these new Zs that will be produced; the more the better for exactly the same reason. In the end the law of supply and demand will dictate just how "desireable" owning one of these new Zs is to the hordes of working class enthusiasts. A Corvette showroom priced at $65,800, with various options, tax and license fees, puts it into 70 thousand range! Add financing charges and it becomes a major investment. The monthly payments prohibitive for 9 to 5ers. Still a bargain as opposed to most other high priced cars even remotely comparable to the Z's performance; nevertheless, certainly beyond most everyones' spending allowance. Last edited by dsinned; 08-13-2005 at 02:36 PM.

08-07-2005	#11
HHZR1 Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 5	I'd like to have a new Z06 but it is impossible to justify the extra money when my ZR1 is so much fun. However I am willing to trade immediately one-for-one.

08-07-2005	#12
mimzr1 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Campbell, CA Posts: 9	Not at this time. Gotta put a kid through college. Maybe by the time she's out, there'll be some nice low mileage used ones for sale. -Mim

08-12-2005	#13
cuisinartvette Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Fernando Valley, CA. Posts: 896	Not for me. Awesome machine indeed, but as fast as technology is progressing the performance stats will be old news soon. The Z is more of an oddball no matter how outdated. Think about it. Until the LS1 had been out for a few years and guys figured out how to make them run, there was nothing better than the Z. That's at least a good 10 year run of being the King! LS1's are quick, but there is nothing unique about the LS series of engines, being produced in everything from vettes to vans; for some reason the bodylines don't appeal to me; but a great car nevertheless.

08-12-2005	#15
902066 Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 190	No not buying a new zo6. Just paid for my oldest daughters wedding and my twins start collage next year. Anyway my ZR1 has always been my dream car, it's all I need.

08-16-2005	#17
Jeffvette Guest Posts: n/a	After getting a chance to drive one a few weeks ago, the answer will be yes. But I will not get rid of the ZR-1 to do so.

08-22-2005	#19
Bell Curve Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pineridge Posts: 341	Voted no because I cannot afford it.

08-27-2005	#20
bobbyhi Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Mendota Heights, MN. 55120 Posts: 983	Not for a few years. Price should be more reasonable to my wallet...