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JusticePete · 07-20-2012, 10:58 PM

Bang that LS7 drum and lead the Z/28 parade. I'll march with you.

Cuda7050 · 07-20-2012, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by KarFan

What if the car you mentioned was MSRP around $50K and then a gas guzzler tax on top of that. Would you still be interested?

With two kids in college its not likely. $50,000 is just more than I want to spend. I would rather get a 475hp LS3 1LE package plus 6 piston brembos on front for under $45,000. Just my opinion.

It doesn't need to have the Z28 moniker, but that is certaainly an added inducement to purchase.

Fraxum · 07-20-2012, 11:32 PM

I think the the LS7 Z28 is coming and that it will start around $45,000+. You will not see the Z28 if it is built for less money than that. Why build the 1LE if the Z28 was going to be cheap? Expect a Z28 at Boss LS prices with high content. It will be a Halo car like the ZL1. Chevy is soft pedaling the 1LE leaving marketing room here for another HP Camaro.

Now this is just guessing like most everyone else here. But if you read enough threads on C5 there are clues. Sometimes it can be what is said or not said.

I would not think we will hear anything official until at least the end of the year once the 1LE gets its day in the sun. I suspect a firm decision on building the Z28 has not been made yet. And I am getting no one in trouble.

For my vote the dream Z28 is not car that most want on this forum. I do not agree there is only one true interpretation of the next Z28. But if this one comes we may see mine the next one after that. I am encouraged hearing about Corvettes running around with small V8 turbos. Future that.

JusticePete · 07-20-2012, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Fraxum

I think the the LS7 Z28 is coming and that it will start around $45,000+. You will not see the Z28 if it is built for less money than that. Why build the 1LE if the Z28 was going to be cheap? Expect a Z28 at Boss LS prices with high content. It will be a Halo car like the ZL1. Chevy is soft pedaling the 1LE leaving marketing room here for another HP Camaro.

Now this is just guessing like most everyone else here. But if you read enough threads on C5 there are clues. Sometimes it can be what is said or not said.

I would not think we will hear anything official until at least the end of the year once the 1LE gets its day in the sun. I suspect a firm decision on building the Z28 has not been made yet. And I am getting no one in trouble.

For my vote the dream Z28 is not car that most want on this forum. I do not agree there is only one true interpretation of the next Z28. But if this one comes we may see mine the next one after that. I am encouraged hearing about Corvettes running around with small V8 turbos. Future that.

Great post. What is your dream Z/28?

Bhobbs · 07-23-2012, 06:55 PM

I would like to see a Z28 with ZL1 aero and brakes, 1LE suspension, BOSS 302 LS power to weight, minimal electronics on the inside and Z28 specific wheels. Black with red stripes, RS package and my name on the title.

2cnd chance · 07-23-2012, 08:08 PM

What kind of stripes?

Tampa Tuning · 07-23-2012, 08:59 PM

you'd love the 427 LS7 motor in these camaro. they just dont stop pulling though the 7000 RPM red line

Easy to bump the LSA to 600HP for the ZL1
and drop an LS7 into the Z/28 and you'll love it. throw some bolt ons and a nice cam in it and put down 560-570 RWHP
www.TampaTuning.com

Bhobbs · 07-23-2012, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

What kind of stripes?

Racing stripes down the hood and trunk

Fightinfire921 · 07-23-2012, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Bhobbs

I would like to see a Z28 with ZL1 aero and brakes, 1LE suspension, BOSS 302 LS power to weight, minimal electronics on the inside and Z28 specific wheels. Black with red stripes, RS package and my name on the title.

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

What kind of stripes?

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Originally Posted by Bhobbs

Racing stripes down the hood and trunk

VR with white stripes for me.......

2cnd chance · 07-23-2012, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Bhobbs

Racing stripes down the hood and trunk

Oh Rallys or is it Ralleys.

2cnd chance · 07-23-2012, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Gramps69Z

VR with white stripes for me.......

Nice!

Fraxum · 07-23-2012, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

Great post. What is your dream Z/28?

My Z28 Formula:

3,400-3,500 pounds
500 crank hp
Small V8 or even a V6 with twin stage turbos
Strong fade free brakes with good fluid and reinforced brake lines
Light weight 18" wheels
Car styled for 18" wheels
Michelin Pilot Super Sports
Stiff bushings
Light understeer
Adjustable sways
No wheel hop
MRC OK, but not required. I'd probably rather upgrade to coil overs.
Track geared
Cloth Sport seats with side bolsters
Integrated roll bar
Coolers as needed
Brake ducting
Aero design with downforce
Air flow smoothed under the car
Cut outs for off road
Numbers on the doors

Okay, I might have to add a few of these things myself.

When I heard there was a Corvette running around with a small turboed V8 it got me to thinking. How perfect would that be for an ATS Camaro?

Bhobbs · 07-23-2012, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

Oh Rallys or is it Ralleys.

Yeah I heard it as rally stripes or racing stripes.

wildpaws · 07-23-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Bhobbs

Racing stripes down the hood and trunk

And over the rear spoiler to the bottom of the spoiler!
Clyde

07-20-2012, 11:32 PM	#73
Fraxum Drives: a M6 LT1 ordered From Becky!!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,520	I think the the LS7 Z28 is coming and that it will start around $45,000+. You will not see the Z28 if it is built for less money than that. Why build the 1LE if the Z28 was going to be cheap? Expect a Z28 at Boss LS prices with high content. It will be a Halo car like the ZL1. Chevy is soft pedaling the 1LE leaving marketing room here for another HP Camaro. Now this is just guessing like most everyone else here. But if you read enough threads on C5 there are clues. Sometimes it can be what is said or not said. I would not think we will hear anything official until at least the end of the year once the 1LE gets its day in the sun. I suspect a firm decision on building the Z28 has not been made yet. And I am getting no one in trouble. For my vote the dream Z28 is not car that most want on this forum. I do not agree there is only one true interpretation of the next Z28. But if this one comes we may see mine the next one after that. I am encouraged hearing about Corvettes running around with small V8 turbos. Future that. __________________ "Democracy Dies in Darkness" My LT1 Keeper ..... ..... My Car Blog CarPlayList, a free App to build USB and Android Music drives.

07-20-2012, 10:58 PM	#71
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,174	Bang that LS7 drum and lead the Z/28 parade. I'll march with you.

07-23-2012, 06:55 PM	#75
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,989	I would like to see a Z28 with ZL1 aero and brakes, 1LE suspension, BOSS 302 LS power to weight, minimal electronics on the inside and Z28 specific wheels. Black with red stripes, RS package and my name on the title.

07-23-2012, 08:08 PM	#76
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	What kind of stripes?

07-23-2012, 08:59 PM	#77
Tampa Tuning Account Suspended Drives: TAMPA TUNING FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Tampa, Fl Posts: 3,044	you'd love the 427 LS7 motor in these camaro. they just dont stop pulling though the 7000 RPM red line Easy to bump the LSA to 600HP for the ZL1 and drop an LS7 into the Z/28 and you'll love it. throw some bolt ons and a nice cam in it and put down 560-570 RWHP www.TampaTuning.com