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BigBoyBlue · 04-02-2014, 12:56 PM

My opinion is people realize that they cannot handle that much power. This happens with the Shelby too, as I've seen many low mileage ones that people bring back before they kill themselves.

Another reason is fuel shock. This car is a gas guzzler (worse than the Shelby) and I don't think people realize how much it costs to keep it fueled, especially considering that it only takes Premium fuel. I just finished my break in period and I've only averaged 10.6 mpg over the first 2000 miles. That said, most people get better mileage than me, but still suffer from gas guzzling. The automatic tranny sucks down even more gas.

Since you came from fast cars, I'm sure you will not have a problem handling it AFTER feeling it out first. The gas mileage is a lot worse than the Vette though, but probably in line with your CTS-V.

I have had the last two versions of the BMW M3, the car that many consider to be the best all around car in the world. I say without question that my ZL1 is faster, handles better, is more comfortable, and is easier to live with day to day. Yes, that is correct! Easier to live with as a daily driver. This car can be a lion or a lamb, depending on how you want to drive it. It feels like a Cadillac when cruising. I'm sure it is a little less cushy than the CTS-V, but it is also a little faster. The interior is not up to Cadillac or BMW standards, but it is ok.

I test drove the Shelby before buying the ZL1 and I got the sense that I would get tired of the rawness of the Shelby. It would become a pain in the a$$ to drive every day. I also felt that because of it's inferior technology and handling, that I was more likely to kill myself in the Shelby. With a young child at home, that made it a no go.

I can't tell you about pricing, but I can tell you that there are more ZL1s and Shelbys on the lots this year because of the miserable winter that much of the country experienced. Who wants to look for a car in the cold and snow, much less a fast sports car? The Stingray has also hurt ZL1 sales a bit IMHO.

Good luck.

04-02-2014, 12:56 PM	#2
BigBoyBlue Go NY Giants & NY Rangers Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 782	My opinion is people realize that they cannot handle that much power. This happens with the Shelby too, as I've seen many low mileage ones that people bring back before they kill themselves. Another reason is fuel shock. This car is a gas guzzler (worse than the Shelby) and I don't think people realize how much it costs to keep it fueled, especially considering that it only takes Premium fuel. I just finished my break in period and I've only averaged 10.6 mpg over the first 2000 miles. That said, most people get better mileage than me, but still suffer from gas guzzling. The automatic tranny sucks down even more gas. Since you came from fast cars, I'm sure you will not have a problem handling it AFTER feeling it out first. The gas mileage is a lot worse than the Vette though, but probably in line with your CTS-V. I have had the last two versions of the BMW M3, the car that many consider to be the best all around car in the world. I say without question that my ZL1 is faster, handles better, is more comfortable, and is easier to live with day to day. Yes, that is correct! Easier to live with as a daily driver. This car can be a lion or a lamb, depending on how you want to drive it. It feels like a Cadillac when cruising. I'm sure it is a little less cushy than the CTS-V, but it is also a little faster. The interior is not up to Cadillac or BMW standards, but it is ok. I test drove the Shelby before buying the ZL1 and I got the sense that I would get tired of the rawness of the Shelby. It would become a pain in the a$$ to drive every day. I also felt that because of it's inferior technology and handling, that I was more likely to kill myself in the Shelby. With a young child at home, that made it a no go. I can't tell you about pricing, but I can tell you that there are more ZL1s and Shelbys on the lots this year because of the miserable winter that much of the country experienced. Who wants to look for a car in the cold and snow, much less a fast sports car? The Stingray has also hurt ZL1 sales a bit IMHO. Good luck. __________________ Molon Labe!