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The media seems mixed in their reports and some suggest the comment referred to the present Z06. We will have to wait and see.
Or call folks "in the know".
I don't think that GM will price the new Z06 higher than a 911 (base for base) and put it out of reach of the many, many thousands of loyal C6Z customers. Albeit the top dog will likely fetch 6 digits (no surprise here). Note, the ZR1 ($111 base)sold in VERY limited numbers. I don't believe that's Z06's mission, given 3 trim levels offered.
I absolutely love the new Z06 and as *usual*, the new model ups the ante very significantly! But frankly, it is a continuation of GM's first class performance offer: Vette, Camaro, Caddy V and now the SS sedan. Even in early 2000s, a C5Z was one of the very best sport cars bar none (and remains "uber" competitive even now). And how about the ZR1 and C6Z stellar track performance from the Ring to the local venues over the many years? And C5R and C6R's record LeMans and ALMS wins? Are folks only starting to notice them NOW?!
But I am very glad that some new folks are enthusiastically getting on board. And if Z/28 played a role in this trend, then big kudos to GM for introducing it, no matter its price as a limited edition offer.
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