No more chrome wheels for the old farts anymore on the C8. I wonder if we can get rid of the lawn chairs so they won't sit behind their beloved
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08-02-2019, 12:50 PM | #211 (permalink) |
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No more chrome wheels for the old farts anymore on the C8. I wonder if we can get rid of the lawn chairs so they won't sit behind their beloved Corvette at the car shows. Next time you are at one, take a look.
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This is why I said a couple weeks back the Z51 ain't shyt. The real base corvette is the Grand Sport. The brakes are kinda small for the power. The tires are ok but not truly track sized tires.
Knowing theres a GS model. The z51 isn't worth it imho. So here's an article about what the Ferrari forums are saying about corvette. https://www.motor1.com/features/3623...ette-2020/amp/ And its true... The Acura NSX and Audi R8 might as well end production. Super cars now have to be hyper cars at super car prices. The GTR is no longer a conversation. AT ALL The Supra should be sold at Z sport prices. The 86 needs to start at $22,000. It's original designated MSRP until toyota felt the need to think that car was more special than $22k
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I was going to say something about how tire compound matters more than width, and brake pad material matters more than size, but I remembered this thread only cares about basic measurements for performance....
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<< Nothing personal, and I mean that (but you are being rude—unintentionally perhaps—to ‘vette enthusiasts)...but you refer to ‘vette sucking for a long time”... My Z06 wouldn’t even be able to keep your car in its rear view mirror for more than 2 seconds, could go tens of thousands of miles more than yours without a mechanical hiccup, finish a 5 lap race around Big Willow against your’s destroying it and that includes me stopping for breakfast. Not to mention loaded with electronic options and an a/c that I can personally attest will keep you cool driving with top off in 90+F temps. Oh, and the V8 sound in Z06 will make your’s sound like a squeaky toy in comparison.>> How about your car? >> Best part of the article. Pwned. |
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Honestly, the GrandSport is the best configuration for the chassis. The amount of power the Z06 puts out is excessive, even on the track. I've seen excellent drivers have their hands full with the Z06.
There's working hard to get a great lap time, and working hard to keep the car on the track. Whether the Mid-engine layout is actually good remains to be seen. I'll be keeping my eye out for track reviews (though i have no plans of getting one.) |
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