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Supercup · 09-19-2017, 04:58 PM

Down to final 4 cars for 2017

ZL1 1LE
911 Turbo S
718 Cayman S
488 Ferrari

Which will grab top spot? Final 4 positions revealed tomorrow on MT.

Here is a link to past winners - including our Z/28!

link: http://www.motortrend.com/news/best-...s-car-winners/

Crushinator · 09-19-2017, 07:06 PM

I think it's either going to be the 1LE or the 488. My guess, the 1LE.

JUSTIFIED · 09-19-2017, 08:18 PM

488

prod · 09-19-2017, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JUSTIFIED

488

I agree.
However, Im betting on the Boxter for second place.

jerseytaylor · 09-19-2017, 09:04 PM

thinking the boxster is going to win this one

Supercup · 09-19-2017, 09:54 PM

1LE - too brutal on the street to win but checks every other box

718 S checks all the boxes - but a turbo 4 - noise is part of best drivers car and it does not have it!

911 Turbo S is an icon - best of the best overall - but maybe not the best drivers car - just a little to sedated versus the winner!

488 takes the nod - price no object - it does everything well, more excitement than Turbo S

4 past Porsche winners of 10 total

1 Ferrari winner - the only other time Ferrari appeared - so it is Ferrari's turn to shine!

We will know by end of tomorrow.

1970judge · 09-20-2017, 05:59 AM

My betting money will be on the 718. 718 checks all the boxes IMO. The way the MT has complained about stiff suspension lately and ease of use, the will leave the 1LE out. If the 488 is anything like a 458, its not super friendly around town so that would leave the 488 out. I am guessing Porsche returns at the top.

Edit: I stand corrected..the 488 wins.

Raven87 · 09-20-2017, 06:13 AM

As much as I hate to say it I was betting on the Turbo S but the 488 won so there you go... wrong again!

Z/28Dan · 09-20-2017, 06:52 AM

For $365,000--as tested--it had better be the best driver's car!

And to think the $76,000 2014 Z/28 won this award. That's simply incredible.

1970judge · 09-20-2017, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Z/28Dan

For $365,000--as tested--it had better be the best driver's car!

And to think the $76,000 2014 Z/28 won this award. That's simply incredible.

I am more impressed with the ZL1 beating the GS/Z07. That combo is made up of pure voodoo magic from new orleans. The ZL1 putting 1.5 seconds on the GS is huge.

hammdo · 09-20-2017, 09:41 AM

488 wins as you noted... all are nice rides....

-Don

Olddudesrule · 09-20-2017, 09:43 AM

To be in that spot is a win already for Chevy. Bang for the buck is a no-brainer!

1970judge · 09-20-2017, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Olddudesrule

To be in that spot is a win already for Chevy. Bang for the buck is a no-brainer!

Agreed. Just like the SS 1LE is, the ZL1 & ZL1-1LE are no brainer the better car for the $. You're never going to capture the die hard, dyed in the wool Porsche, Ferrari, AMG owner..because for them its about the experience of owning a Porsche rather than all out performance etc. BUT, the enthuisiasts see the bargain and will bite. I know several GT3 converts to ZL1 (and Z/28) and also converts from Cayman to 1LE.

Either way, no matter which way you go, its a good damn time to be an enthusiast no matter how big or small your pocket book is.

hjdca · 09-20-2017, 10:48 AM

"Best Drivers Car" -- I think it does mean something important...

I did not realize that the Z/28 is the only car from Chev., Ford, or Chrysler that has ever won this prestigious award.

No matter how good the ZL1 1LE is, it did not win, 4th place seemed too low --- maybe politics, or maybe all that extra stuff under the hood, and in the interior changes the experience. Is it a harsher ride than the Z/28 ? Personally, I do not find the Z/28 ride harsh with street tires at 32 PSI, but, I am used to lowered cars with aftermarket suspensions.

Bragging rights --- The Z/28 has it --- winning is everything.

09-19-2017, 04:58 PM	#1
Supercup Life Is Short Enjoy It! Drives: Original Owner 15 Z/28 #934 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: S. Cal Posts: 891	Motor Trend Best Drivers Cars Down to final 4 cars for 2017 ZL1 1LE 911 Turbo S 718 Cayman S 488 Ferrari Which will grab top spot? Final 4 positions revealed tomorrow on MT. Here is a link to past winners - including our Z/28! link: http://www.motortrend.com/news/best-...s-car-winners/ Last edited by Supercup; 09-20-2017 at 09:31 AM.

09-19-2017, 07:06 PM	#2
Crushinator Drives: '15 Z/28 #783 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: PA Posts: 456 View My Garage	I think it's either going to be the 1LE or the 488. My guess, the 1LE. __________________ 2015 Z/28 A/C and audio

09-19-2017, 08:18 PM	#3
JUSTIFIED Drives: 2015 black Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 1,077	488 __________________

09-19-2017, 09:54 PM	#6
Supercup Life Is Short Enjoy It! Drives: Original Owner 15 Z/28 #934 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: S. Cal Posts: 891	1LE - too brutal on the street to win but checks every other box 718 S checks all the boxes - but a turbo 4 - noise is part of best drivers car and it does not have it! 911 Turbo S is an icon - best of the best overall - but maybe not the best drivers car - just a little to sedated versus the winner! 488 takes the nod - price no object - it does everything well, more excitement than Turbo S 4 past Porsche winners of 10 total 1 Ferrari winner - the only other time Ferrari appeared - so it is Ferrari's turn to shine! We will know by end of tomorrow. Last edited by Supercup; 09-20-2017 at 09:31 AM.

09-20-2017, 05:59 AM	#7
1970judge Drives: 2015 Z/28, 2007 HHR Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 1,148	My betting money will be on the 718. 718 checks all the boxes IMO. The way the MT has complained about stiff suspension lately and ease of use, the will leave the 1LE out. If the 488 is anything like a 458, its not super friendly around town so that would leave the 488 out. I am guessing Porsche returns at the top. Edit: I stand corrected..the 488 wins. Last edited by 1970judge; 09-20-2017 at 06:12 AM.

09-19-2017, 09:04 PM	#5
jerseytaylor Drives: 2015 Z/28. #935 Join Date: May 2014 Location: North Jersey Posts: 127	thinking the boxster is going to win this one

09-20-2017, 06:13 AM	#8
Raven87 C'mon- really? Drives: Looking for a ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nortwestern Ohio Posts: 1,966 View My Garage	As much as I hate to say it I was betting on the Turbo S but the 488 won so there you go... wrong again! __________________ Steve 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE Black #3805 - SOLD

09-20-2017, 06:52 AM	#9
Z/28Dan Drives: 2013 HWSE Indy Festial #26 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 2,670 View My Garage	For $365,000--as tested--it had better be the best driver's car! And to think the $76,000 2014 Z/28 won this award. That's simply incredible. __________________ There are only so many days in your lifetime. So get out and drive your Camaro... Dan

09-20-2017, 09:41 AM	#11
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	488 wins as you noted... all are nice rides.... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

09-20-2017, 09:43 AM	#12
Olddudesrule Resident nomad Drives: 2014 Summit White 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,765	To be in that spot is a win already for Chevy. Bang for the buck is a no-brainer! __________________ Sold: 2007 Z06 2002 Viper GTS/ACR 2003 Z06 1965 FFR Cobra 2012 Nissan 370Z ADM LSA Stage II, Roto-Fab CAI, Kooks LTH/HFC's, Phastek CC, ported TB, Mishimoto radiator and oil cooler, BC Racing ER Series CO's, JPSS 32mm Black Magic rear bar, JPSS front inserts, R1 Concepts Premier slotted rotors/Goodrich SS lines, Schroth ASM harness, MGW flatstick, Brey-Krause HB, Tuned by NicD, at Cordes Performance Racing.

09-20-2017, 10:48 AM	#14
hjdca Drives: 2015 Z/28 Black Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 340	Best Drivers Car "Best Drivers Car" -- I think it does mean something important... I did not realize that the Z/28 is the only car from Chev., Ford, or Chrysler that has ever won this prestigious award. No matter how good the ZL1 1LE is, it did not win, 4th place seemed too low --- maybe politics, or maybe all that extra stuff under the hood, and in the interior changes the experience. Is it a harsher ride than the Z/28 ? Personally, I do not find the Z/28 ride harsh with street tires at 32 PSI, but, I am used to lowered cars with aftermarket suspensions. Bragging rights --- The Z/28 has it --- winning is everything. __________________ 2015 Black Z/28 70 Chevelle SS396 01 M3, 88 Land Cruiser Last edited by hjdca; 09-20-2017 at 11:28 AM.