07-25-2008, 03:51 PM | #1 |
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FBODFATHER-How does GM feel about the ZL1 nameplate? will we ever see a modern ZL1?
FBODFATHER - How does GM feel about the ZL1 nameplate?
Do u think we will ever see a modern ZL1 Camaro or ZL1 vehicle in the near future? Does GM still own the nameplate? How does GM value the ZL1 nameplate compared to the Z28 nameplate Thanks! I understand you can't tell us everything but anything helps |
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I think this might help:
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07-25-2008, 06:11 PM | #3 | |
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07-25-2008, 06:15 PM | #4 | |
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07-25-2008, 06:34 PM | #5 |
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Not unless they stopped building the Z06 for 2009, which as far as I know they have not. The LS7 ( a 427 ci small block) is also available now as a crate motor. They are building the ZR1 with the LS9, but it is not replacing the Z06...They both remain available....I have not heard anything about Chevy putting one in a Camaro but I would guess some tuner will, probably at a very high price.
"The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 marks the return of an ultra-high-performance model to this American sports car icon. The rest of the 2009 Corvette lineup is largely unchanged. ZR1 represents a revival of a moniker that graced super-performance Corvettes from 1990-1995. The 2009 version has a supercharged 638-hp 6.2-liter V8 engine. It teams with a 6-speed manual transmission. ZR1 also differs from other Corvettes by its unique suspension tuning and use of lightweight carbon fiber on the hood, roof panel, roof bow, front fascia splitter, and rocker moldings. As for the rest of the Corvette lineup, base models are available as a coupe or convertible. Convertibles have a soft top that folds with manual or power operation, depending on model or option selection. All base Corvettes have a 430-hp 6.2-liter V8 engine. An optional "dual-mode" exhaust system increases horsepower to 436. They're available with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The high-performance Corvette Z06 is available as a coupe only and comes with a 505-hp 7.0-liter V8 and mandatory 6-speed manual transmission. Z06 models also have specific suspension tuning, tires, and brakes" http://consumerguideauto.howstuffwor...t-corvette.htm |
07-25-2008, 08:25 PM | #6 |
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I sure hope they are correct, I want to see a New Camaro with a 427 in it.
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07-25-2008, 08:57 PM | #7 |
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I am interested to hear what he doesn't say. I doubt he will say anything to substantial. I would love to see an LS7 (or other 427 cu engine) in a Camaro
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07-26-2008, 09:05 AM | #8 |
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I am sure someone like Mallett or Lingenfelter or SLP will do it, an LS7 in a Camaro would be very cool...GMPP did one, I remember seeing pics of it on this board next to one of the concepts or IVERs at one of the shows....
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07-26-2008, 09:13 AM | #9 |
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I don't think I ever saw that, can you find it?
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Sorry if I confused you, it was a 4th gen with a 427.....Wasn't explicit....Let me see if I can find the thread with the pics.....
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4734 |
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07-26-2008, 10:19 AM | #12 |
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If Mallett offers a 427 in Sky/Solstice (its on the option list, don't know if they have built one yet), I think it is just a question of time for SOMEONE to put one in a 5th gen...Mallett also does a 750 hp package on the LS7....
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07-26-2008, 11:29 AM | #13 |
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Why settle for the LS7 when you can have the real thing:
http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...FSEragodPWO6RQ
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