Trade the ZL1 for a ZR1??? Thoughts? - Page 3

waterman · 04-12-2020, 04:10 PM

Both are very capable and special automobiles.

I am fortunate to have had a considerable amount of seat time in my fathers C6ZR1 and my ZLE.

As has been mentioned the Alpha platform is definitely superior as well as the rear suspension geometry. The predictability and consistency of DSSV is F'N amazing. ZR1 weighs 300 lbs. less than ZLE, 400 less than ZL1 A10. (there is a lot of CF in the body work, brakes etc. very sexy!). Also as mentioned, production was more limited than ZL1, if that is a consideration.

I'm thinking however, that it would take something extremely special (while affordable) to pry the ZLE from my hands...perhaps a Z06/Z07 level C8 would do the trick.

Best of luck in your decision OP. That's a tough call.

jbp8653 · 04-13-2020, 02:02 PM

I have both. A 13' ZR1 bone stock and a 17' ZL1/A10 with a throttle body and intake. I love them both. Hard to tell which one is faster but if I had to pick I would say the ZR1 by a hair. I drive the ZL1 more as it more comfortable and I love the 10 speed. When I get into the ZR1 its like a whole new great story all over again. If I had to choose one to keep it would be really hard but I think ZR1 because they didnt make that many of them. Mine is a 60th Anniversary.

DanielZ · 04-13-2020, 04:53 PM

Huge thank you to everyone. The feedback here was great. The creature comforts of the ZL1 are hands down. Ended up taking the ZL1 out last night for a few hours. The A10 is something really special.

One question I'm curious about, I'm really interested in the Z06 platform within the C8. Might break the bank but I think that might be a car to consider. Does the ZR1 retain better re-sellability or the ZL1? It'll be a 12 year old car at that point and I feel the C7 Z06/ZR1's will be aggressively priced.

Again, huge thanks to everyone. It's been a tough decision either way on making the call and your feedback helps a lot.

ZRacerLE · 04-13-2020, 04:54 PM

ZR1 will always hold value better than anything GM makes

MRLZL1LE · 04-13-2020, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ZRacerLE

ZR1 will always hold value better than anything GM makes

^^^This

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 04-13-2020, 05:35 PM

Personally, I say go for it. Get the C6 ZR1 and see. Yeah the ZL1 kills it in technology. But in just about everything else, I give the nod to the C6 ZR1. Something about the LS9, the carbon body panels, ceramic brakes, etc. Great sounding, great looking, wicked fast with some mods or stock, and top notch drivers car. I bet very few people here have any seat time in a C6 ZR1. Those who have know what I'm talking about. It cannot be compared to any other C6 Corvette, even one with similar horsepower. If it's your thing, the C6 ZR1 is a highway champion. Perfect gearing and aero for it.

Comparatively, the C7 Z06/ZR1 have the technology of the ZL1 + more performance. Just FWIW.

ZRacerLE · 04-13-2020, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Can'tHave2MuchHP

Personally, I say go for it. Get the C6 ZR1 and see. Yeah the ZL1 kills it in technology. But in just about everything else, I give the nod to the C6 ZR1. Something about the LS9, the carbon body panels, ceramic brakes, etc. Great sounding, great looking, wicked fast with some mods or stock, and top notch drivers car. I bet very few people here have any seat time in a C6 ZR1. Those who have know what I'm talking about. It cannot be compared to any other C6 Corvette, even one with similar horsepower. If it's your thing, the C6 ZR1 is a highway champion. Perfect gearing and aero for it.

Comparatively, the C7 Z06/ZR1 have the technology of the ZL1 + more performance. Just FWIW.

You do get a taste of what it's like to be The King of that era for sure!

Bosse'sBoss · 04-13-2020, 07:17 PM

I wouldn't trade a recent ZL1 model for a two gen old C6 ZR1

unavailablezl1 · 04-13-2020, 07:30 PM

Maybe trade for a ZR1 C7. Nothing can beat it. Otherwise, keep the ZL1

Alain · 04-14-2020, 11:25 AM

If it was the last generation ZR1i would jump on it.

Don’t do it for a C6.

Stick with your car.

Road Pressence · 04-14-2020, 01:13 PM

Id keep the ZL1 as well, just too much of an all around awesome car. Only thing i would consider trading in for would be the up coming C8 Z06 depending if its everything the rumors are saying is true, should be amazing. Gotta keep moving forward and even though the C6 ZR1 is a beast, just to dated to trade a newer car as good as the ZL1 for imo.

Snakebt6 · 04-14-2020, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Road Pressence

Id keep the ZL1 as well, just too much of an all around awesome car. Only thing i would consider trading in for would be the up coming C8 Z06 depending if its everything the rumors are saying is true, should be amazing. Gotta keep moving forward and even though the C6 ZR1 is a beast, just to dated to trade a newer car as good as the ZL1 for imo.

Well said in my opinion.

LT4Greg · 04-14-2020, 07:59 PM

That LS9 in the ZR1 was a hell of a LS engine! Used ZR1s retain their value as compared to any other GM cars.

Mike00 · 04-14-2020, 08:56 PM

Have to say this is an interesting topic right now. I agree with rest hard to pick a C6 ZR1 - C7 would be a different story.

I have my eyes on the market as we come out of this covid-19 - economic impact - hoping to pick up a few more rental properties and maybe a fun toy. Looking at a similar comparison but for me its zl-1 vs c7 zo6. I feel like the alpha chasis and platform is incredible but since I want a mn6 - curious how folks feel in that scenario. With all the bogging issues - is it a hard justification for ZL1 vs. the c7 zo6?

If I was going auto, this would be a no brainer zl1 all the way.

04-12-2020, 04:10 PM	#29
waterman Drives: Grandad's C2 L89 Join Date: May 2017 Location: 2051.50N 15629.60W Posts: 1,711	Both are very capable and special automobiles. I am fortunate to have had a considerable amount of seat time in my fathers C6ZR1 and my ZLE. As has been mentioned the Alpha platform is definitely superior as well as the rear suspension geometry. The predictability and consistency of DSSV is F'N amazing. ZR1 weighs 300 lbs. less than ZLE, 400 less than ZL1 A10. (there is a lot of CF in the body work, brakes etc. very sexy!). Also as mentioned, production was more limited than ZL1, if that is a consideration. I'm thinking however, that it would take something extremely special (while affordable) to pry the ZLE from my hands...perhaps a Z06/Z07 level C8 would do the trick. Best of luck in your decision OP. That's a tough call. __________________ 2018 ZL1 1LE sw/PDR

04-13-2020, 02:02 PM	#30
jbp8653 Drives: 2017 ZL1,2013 ZR1, 1952 C3100 Resto Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Gibsonton, Fl Posts: 168	I have both. A 13' ZR1 bone stock and a 17' ZL1/A10 with a throttle body and intake. I love them both. Hard to tell which one is faster but if I had to pick I would say the ZR1 by a hair. I drive the ZL1 more as it more comfortable and I love the 10 speed. When I get into the ZR1 its like a whole new great story all over again. If I had to choose one to keep it would be really hard but I think ZR1 because they didnt make that many of them. Mine is a 60th Anniversary. __________________ 2017 ZL1,Mosaic Black, auto,nav/pdr, Roto Fab,Mamo 2013 ZR1 60th Anniv. 1952 C3100 resto-rod. LS6, 4L60e, 228R cam

04-13-2020, 04:53 PM	#31
DanielZ Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 - Summit White Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Bay Area - California Posts: 41	Huge thank you to everyone. The feedback here was great. The creature comforts of the ZL1 are hands down. Ended up taking the ZL1 out last night for a few hours. The A10 is something really special. One question I'm curious about, I'm really interested in the Z06 platform within the C8. Might break the bank but I think that might be a car to consider. Does the ZR1 retain better re-sellability or the ZL1? It'll be a 12 year old car at that point and I feel the C7 Z06/ZR1's will be aggressively priced. Again, huge thanks to everyone. It's been a tough decision either way on making the call and your feedback helps a lot. __________________ 2017 ZL1 - Summit White Carbon Fiber \| A10 \| Nav \| PDR Roto-Fab Intake \| Soler Performance TB \| ARH Headers E-50 \| Tune

04-13-2020, 07:17 PM	#36
Bosse'sBoss Drives: '16 Camaro SS 6 spd manual transm. Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: RGV Texas Posts: 1,463	I wouldn't trade a recent ZL1 model for a two gen old C6 ZR1 __________________ '16 Camaro SS Prior cars: '14 Corvette C7 Stingray Z51 '14 Camaro ZL1 w/. Recaro seats '11 Mustang GT 5.0 w. track package '02 Porsche 911 Carrera '05 Infiniti G35 coupe sport

04-13-2020, 07:30 PM	#37
unavailablezl1 Drives: 2019 Silverado Z71 6.2L A10 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Grapevine Posts: 2,075	Maybe trade for a ZR1 C7. Nothing can beat it. Otherwise, keep the ZL1 __________________ Current ride 2019 Silverado Z71 LTZ 6.2L L87 425hp A10, 4 inch BDS Lift with Fox Factory Race 2.5 Coilovers, Borla Cat back (15HP bump), BFG KM3's 33's. Past Rides 2017 M6 Camaro ZL1 Hyper Blue 2016 M6 GT350 White with blue strips 2014 M6 Mustang GT Premium Track Pack Ruby Red 2012 M6 M3 Melbourne Red Metallic

04-13-2020, 04:54 PM	#32
ZRacerLE Drives: The DSSV Twins: ZR2 and ZLE A10 Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: TX Posts: 889	ZR1 will always hold value better than anything GM makes

04-13-2020, 05:35 PM	#34
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	Personally, I say go for it. Get the C6 ZR1 and see. Yeah the ZL1 kills it in technology. But in just about everything else, I give the nod to the C6 ZR1. Something about the LS9, the carbon body panels, ceramic brakes, etc. Great sounding, great looking, wicked fast with some mods or stock, and top notch drivers car. I bet very few people here have any seat time in a C6 ZR1. Those who have know what I'm talking about. It cannot be compared to any other C6 Corvette, even one with similar horsepower. If it's your thing, the C6 ZR1 is a highway champion. Perfect gearing and aero for it. Comparatively, the C7 Z06/ZR1 have the technology of the ZL1 + more performance. Just FWIW.

04-14-2020, 11:25 AM	#38
Alain Drives: 2016 Challenger Hellcat, 2018 ZL1LE Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 3,003	If it was the last generation ZR1i would jump on it. Don’t do it for a C6. Stick with your car. __________________ 2016 Challenger Hellcat /B5 blue/Sepia interior/Brass Monkey Wheels/ 2018 ZL1 1LE/Red hot 2019 Shellby GT 350R/ Oxford white/ Matte Black Stripes/ Carbon Fiber Dash/ Electronics Package #413

04-14-2020, 01:13 PM	#39
Road Pressence Drives: 2019 Satin Steel ZLE Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Houston TX Posts: 76	Id keep the ZL1 as well, just too much of an all around awesome car. Only thing i would consider trading in for would be the up coming C8 Z06 depending if its everything the rumors are saying is true, should be amazing. Gotta keep moving forward and even though the C6 ZR1 is a beast, just to dated to trade a newer car as good as the ZL1 for imo.

04-14-2020, 07:59 PM	#41
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,814	That LS9 in the ZR1 was a hell of a LS engine! Used ZR1s retain their value as compared to any other GM cars. __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

04-14-2020, 08:56 PM	#42
Mike00 Drives: Audi S4 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: United States Posts: 71	Have to say this is an interesting topic right now. I agree with rest hard to pick a C6 ZR1 - C7 would be a different story. I have my eyes on the market as we come out of this covid-19 - economic impact - hoping to pick up a few more rental properties and maybe a fun toy. Looking at a similar comparison but for me its zl-1 vs c7 zo6. I feel like the alpha chasis and platform is incredible but since I want a mn6 - curious how folks feel in that scenario. With all the bogging issues - is it a hard justification for ZL1 vs. the c7 zo6? If I was going auto, this would be a no brainer zl1 all the way.

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