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81z28355 · 08-05-2010, 07:11 PM

The 2012 Z/28 will without a doubt outperform the 2011 Shelby.

The question you should ask is will the 2012 Z/28 outperform the 2012 Shelby.

If the 2012 does not outperform the 2011 Shelby then its really just a failure on GM's part.

Revo1 · 08-05-2010, 08:33 PM

Good question... This thread =

I wouldn't though personally. Might as well go SS and add mods, if that were the case.

Scarrzz · 08-05-2010, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 81z28355

The 2012 Z/28 will without a doubt outperform the 2011 Shelby.

The question you should ask is will the 2012 Z/28 outperform the 2012 Shelby.

If the 2012 does not outperform the 2011 Shelby then its really just a failure on GM's part.

+1!

I would be seriously taken aback and shocked if our hallowed Z28 doesn't eat brand new ponies and spit them out the tailpipe.

I would still want one, but would feel it necessary then to mod the Z in some way so that it DOES beat a stock Shelby 'stang. That would cost extra $$ and irritate me.

For the record, I expect not to be irritated.

Performance issues aside, I really do think the Mustangs look nice... very nice.

Nice makes me puke.

I want a fierce, sexy beast that strikes fear into the hearts of pedestrians. That would be the Z28.

.

8cd03gro · 08-05-2010, 09:04 PM

Honestly, if the z28 doesn't make as much as the GMPP blower blower kit for the SS I will be shocked. Why in the world would anyone buy the z28 if it makes less? I think we're going to see the z28 as EXACTLY that blower kit with suspension and brake upgrades along with cosmetic changes. I can't see why GM would even offer the kit if the LSA powered z28 was on the way. It's cheaper for GM to just use the ls3 with the blower than the LSA and it makes comparable power and they warranty it.

StangKiller-SS · 08-05-2010, 09:31 PM

1. Anything less than out performing would be a huge if not epic failure for GM. 2. GM's V8 engines are 10x better in both quality and performance than Fords & always have been. 3. The tests against the GT500 now should explain enough, especially considering the Z28 isn't due out for another year at least. 4. Most important the Z28 WILL out perform the GT500, no questions asked.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 08-05-2010, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tooslow

...would you still buy one?

Since the topic of the day seems to be the Z28, or rumors thereof, I thought this would be an interesting question.

I don't think this will be an issue. So I can't vote...

That said. I've wanted to own a Z28 forever. So, yes....even if it were slower than an SS...I would buy a Z28.

But it ain't gonna happen.

lil_red_v6 · 08-05-2010, 09:51 PM

whats it to ppl if it does or not its a car. if a schwinn out performed a redline would u buy ur kid one? i would be happy driving a car again. even if it was a busted up v6.

OldJedi · 08-07-2010, 02:18 AM

I could have bought a 2SS when they first came out, but saw the motor trend rendering of the Z28 and was hooked! I have kept my fingers crossed ever since. Ed Welburn said it was coming and that was good enough for me. I have a deposit at a dealership for their first Z28 when it becomes available. The car will have at least 550HP, 6 piston Brembos and will look totally vicious. Someone else will always have a faster car. But ask yourself this question: When you wake up at 3:00AM and open your garage door, what do you want to see looking back at you? For me, it is a Z/28 !

Ltespd · 08-07-2010, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Revo1

Good question... This thread =

I wouldn't though personally. Might as well go SS and add mods, if that were the case.

Totally agree. I'm waiting to see what the Z28 comes with. If it doesn't out perform the GT500 from the factory. I'll supercharge my SS.

Sleestack · 08-07-2010, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by EnvyTerra

10 times huh? lol

It sounded good when he was typing it, then......

Sax1031 · 08-11-2010, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by StangKiller-SS

1. Anything less than out performing would be a huge if not epic failure for GM. 2. GM's V8 engines are 10x better in both quality and performance than Fords & always have been. 3. The tests against the GT500 now should explain enough, especially considering the Z28 isn't due out for another year at least. 4. Most important the Z28 WILL out perform the GT500, no questions asked.

RSHugger · 08-11-2010, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sleestack

It sounded good when he was typing it, then......

Still my dream for the Z and would buy it if slower than the GT500. At the same time with the performance numbers so close it will turn out to be a driver's race (at the track of course).

Off topic... what is the deal with that video clip, what is that from?

Punk_rider · 08-12-2010, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 8cd03gro

Might want to change your sig Punk. 550hp isn't gonna cut it and it's a little late for the end of 2009 LOL.

You're right man!

Matster · 08-12-2010, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by LostInMoscow

If Rosie O'Donnell outperformed Angelina Jolie, who would you rather be with? I'll take the Z please!

Is that with the lights on or off...cause I got a pretty good imagination.

View Poll Results: Would you by the Z28 if it's outperfomed by the Gt500?
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08-05-2010, 08:33 PM	#16
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	Good question... This thread = I wouldn't though personally. Might as well go SS and add mods, if that were the case. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

08-07-2010, 02:18 AM	#22
OldJedi Use the Force Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51, 2018 Porsche GTS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Davie, Fl. Posts: 3,862	I could have bought a 2SS when they first came out, but saw the motor trend rendering of the Z28 and was hooked! I have kept my fingers crossed ever since. Ed Welburn said it was coming and that was good enough for me. I have a deposit at a dealership for their first Z28 when it becomes available. The car will have at least 550HP, 6 piston Brembos and will look totally vicious. Someone else will always have a faster car. But ask yourself this question: When you wake up at 3:00AM and open your garage door, what do you want to see looking back at you? For me, it is a Z/28 ! __________________ Walk softly, carry a light saber and drive a ZL1!

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08-05-2010, 07:11 PM	#15
81z28355 Drives: 81 Z28 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 90	The 2012 Z/28 will without a doubt outperform the 2011 Shelby. The question you should ask is will the 2012 Z/28 outperform the 2012 Shelby. If the 2012 does not outperform the 2011 Shelby then its really just a failure on GM's part.

08-05-2010, 09:04 PM	#18
8cd03gro Drives: 2005 STi corn fed Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,997	Honestly, if the z28 doesn't make as much as the GMPP blower blower kit for the SS I will be shocked. Why in the world would anyone buy the z28 if it makes less? I think we're going to see the z28 as EXACTLY that blower kit with suspension and brake upgrades along with cosmetic changes. I can't see why GM would even offer the kit if the LSA powered z28 was on the way. It's cheaper for GM to just use the ls3 with the blower than the LSA and it makes comparable power and they warranty it.

08-05-2010, 09:31 PM	#19
StangKiller-SS Drives: GM products Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,621	1. Anything less than out performing would be a huge if not epic failure for GM. 2. GM's V8 engines are 10x better in both quality and performance than Fords & always have been. 3. The tests against the GT500 now should explain enough, especially considering the Z28 isn't due out for another year at least. 4. Most important the Z28 WILL out perform the GT500, no questions asked.

08-05-2010, 09:51 PM	#21
lil_red_v6 one wheelin Drives: 2004 yamaha r6 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: saginaw Posts: 2,200	whats it to ppl if it does or not its a car. if a schwinn out performed a redline would u buy ur kid one? i would be happy driving a car again. even if it was a busted up v6.