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hairtrigger · 11-23-2011, 07:12 PM

PTM will dumb down the 580HP to a level where the street tires on street pavement don't go up in a ball of smoke. Now how much horsepower would you like?

REAPER SS · 11-23-2011, 07:37 PM

I think if they do an increase it wont be much...maybe 600hp for 2013.

SSMagna · 11-23-2011, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Scarrzz

ZL1 V, Optional Performance Package, Track Pack, GMPP, warranty, 600+ ???

I'll hope to see these types of things.

I'm sure I'll think about them while I'm out passing Rustangs in my first year ZL1.

I'm with you on this one.

Doesn't this sound crazy buying one of the first ones and paying MSRP or above and knowing your getting less HP than the years to come.
Im still getting mine!

coolman · 11-23-2011, 07:51 PM

Well since I couldn't get a 2012, I hope they do up the HP. It will make the wait worth it. On the other hand I may just get a GT500 instead.

Barry626 · 11-23-2011, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

JESUS CHRIST PEOPLE! BE HAPPY WITH WHAT YOU HAVE. THERE WILL ALWAYS BE BIGGER AND BADDER CARS OUT THERE. LOVE WHAT YOU HAVE. LIFE'S TOO SHORT TO WORRY ABOUT "WHAT IF'S"!

But yes, you know Chevrolet will bump up the power. Simple pulley and re tune will get it up!

Wasting your BREATH!

How much u want to bet if 2013 get 10 more HP that u don't see zillion 12's on the lots

oldfriend · 11-23-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro_Corvette

I honestly don't think they will touch the horsepower or even need to mess with it. If they do, it will be something like 5 or 10 hp kind of like they did with the V6 in 2010-2011. I expect some better options, different gears, different hood, more lights, maybe a few less pounds here and there, some tweaks to the magnetic ride, and some electronic gadgets. But overall, the car will be better than the previous year.

In that case i will wait for the 2059

SSMagna · 11-23-2011, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Barry626

Wasting your BREATH!

How much u want to bet if 2013 get 10 more HP that u don't see zillion 12's on the lots

Ever thought that's why it's a "limited" production in 2012.

Frankzl1 · 11-23-2011, 08:30 PM

With tuning, good cold air intake, exhaust and belts this car will do way over 600 and stick to the ground.

Ltespd · 11-23-2011, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mcamisgroup

You're both right. I just would really like the 2013 to stay pretty much the same as the 2012.

Why should it stay the same? Just so you feel better about your car? That seems kinda selfish. I already know I'm waiting until 2013. Because 2012's are so hard to get, the 2013 may have more HP, and the wait isn't that long.
If the GT500 out performs the ZL1 on the dragstrip and on a road course...expect to see a 600 HP+ 2013 ZL1.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 11-23-2011, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by oldfriend

In that case i will wait for the 2059

Well, that's what I mean. If you constantly are worried about what it's going to be next year, then you will never get one.

Rice Killer · 11-23-2011, 08:48 PM

Somebody correct me if I'm wrong but I remember reading a post on this site stating the 6l90e auto trans was rated up to 560 ft-lbs of torque. If this is the case I don't see GM bumping up the power since they are offering the auto with this car. Unless they do like they did with the Camaro SS models and offer 2 different engines depending on tranny, but that would be unlikely IMO.

Z4me · 11-23-2011, 08:56 PM

It's not a big deal to me if the 2013's have more HP then
the 2012's I can deal with it. I'm ready for this car now, not
going to wait for the latest and greatest of 2013. Going
to just have a big grin on my face, if I want more HP,
Mod it to what ever.

Z_Rocks · 11-23-2011, 09:08 PM

Well the 2013 Vert is still 580. So I'm pretty sure the coupe remains as 580.

Oneslowz28 · 11-23-2011, 09:27 PM

HP is worthless unless you can put it to the ground. 580 is more than enough for most of us to get into trouble.

11-23-2011, 07:12 PM	#43
hairtrigger Drives: 69 Chevelle SS396 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: West Posts: 700	PTM will dumb down the 580HP to a level where the street tires on street pavement don't go up in a ball of smoke. Now how much horsepower would you like? __________________

11-23-2011, 08:48 PM	#53
Rice Killer Cooter Drives: my wife crazy Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SW WI Posts: 569	Somebody correct me if I'm wrong but I remember reading a post on this site stating the 6l90e auto trans was rated up to 560 ft-lbs of torque. If this is the case I don't see GM bumping up the power since they are offering the auto with this car. Unless they do like they did with the Camaro SS models and offer 2 different engines depending on tranny, but that would be unlikely IMO. __________________ #1451 - 2012 ZL1 - White, Black Wheels, Manual, Suede Package, and Exposed Hood Insert. Delivered on 6/20/12. Thanks to Jason from Symdon Motors in Evansville, WI.

11-23-2011, 08:56 PM	#54
Z4me Drives: 2013 ZL1 IOM Vin #169 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,953	It's not a big deal to me if the 2013's have more HP then the 2012's I can deal with it. I'm ready for this car now, not going to wait for the latest and greatest of 2013. Going to just have a big grin on my face, if I want more HP, Mod it to what ever. __________________

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11-23-2011, 07:37 PM	#44
REAPER SS Drives: 2010 CAMARO BLK 2SS/L99 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Birmingham,Al Posts: 453	I think if they do an increase it wont be much...maybe 600hp for 2013.

11-23-2011, 07:51 PM	#46
coolman Guest Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: PA Posts: 4,812	Well since I couldn't get a 2012, I hope they do up the HP. It will make the wait worth it. On the other hand I may just get a GT500 instead.

11-23-2011, 08:30 PM	#50
Frankzl1 Drives: 2012 Ashen ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 552	With tuning, good cold air intake, exhaust and belts this car will do way over 600 and stick to the ground.

11-23-2011, 09:08 PM	#55
Z_Rocks Drives: everyone crazy... Join Date: May 2009 Location: SW Florida Posts: 2,109	Well the 2013 Vert is still 580. So I'm pretty sure the coupe remains as 580.

11-23-2011, 09:27 PM	#56
Oneslowz28 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1265 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: McHenry, IL Posts: 595	HP is worthless unless you can put it to the ground. 580 is more than enough for most of us to get into trouble.