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Paulg680 · 07-15-2012, 10:11 AM

I couldn't be happier! I've never owned a Ford in my life but I decided back in March that I wanted one and put down a deposit. After waiting months and hearing more and more great feedback on the ZL1 and also some of the issues folks were having with the GT500, I found a Victory Red ZL1 with the six speed manual and silver wheels up in Michigan. I flew up last Wednesday and drove it home.

I sold my 2009 CTS-V to get the ZL1 and I was a little apprehensive that I was giving up such an awesome car for something lesser. My concerns were unfounded because the ZL1 is simply an outstanding vehicle. Although the CTS-V was equipped with every bell and whistle, It was too quiet, had an automatic transmission, and was black (tough to keep clean). Simply put... It was too nice.

The ZL1 on the other hand is a more engaging performance vehicle. The sound coupled with the familiar power of the LSA engine, and six speed transmission is an intoxicating combination. I couldn't be happier...

It looks like my modified C5 Corvette is gonna be collecting some dust.

Here's a photo of my ZL1 shortly after arriving home from the dealer after a 400 mile road trip...

A photo of the 2009 CTS-V I sold to buy the ZL1...

Indpowr · 07-15-2012, 10:12 AM

Warranty wise, the ZL is cheaper to take care of than the V

Good2go · 07-15-2012, 10:35 AM

What are the GT500 issues? Great choice btw!

C5RocksC5 · 07-15-2012, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Good2go

What are the GT500 issues? Great choice btw!

I'm wondering the same thing.

Paulg680 · 07-15-2012, 12:09 PM

Paint issues, transmission grinding, gauge reflections on the windshield, cooling issues and poor brake performance during hard (track) driving were the main ones. What did it for me was the results of the comparison with the ZL1 which unanimously picked the ZL1 as the better car overall.

Sharp-ZL1 · 07-15-2012, 02:26 PM

What was the dealer name that had the car. It might be the same place that i got mine at. Durand Mi. They had two of us order thesame car but the other guy backed out.

Great choice in the ZL 1 over the GT.

Paulg680 · 07-15-2012, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Sharp-ZL1

What was the dealer name that had the car. It might be the same place that i got mine at. Durand Mi. They had two of us order thesame car but the other guy backed out.

Great choice in the ZL 1 over the GT.

I bought mine from Garber Chevrolet in Midland, MI.

tooslow · 07-15-2012, 04:53 PM

Congrats and enjoy!

jmaynard · 07-15-2012, 05:11 PM

Either car is an awesome choice, but for a car you can really have fun driving you made the right desicion. Now, if you wanted to do laps at a NASCAR track full speed I might have opted for the Ford, but for a good road course (or city street) the ZL1 is hands down the best choice.

OldJedi · 07-15-2012, 08:51 PM

Congratulations on your choice. I will concede that the 2013 GT 500 is the faster car in the quarter mile, however the ZL1 is the better car as an all around package. Best of luck with your new baby.

oldfriend · 07-15-2012, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Paulg680

I couldn't be happier! I've never owned a Ford in my life but I decided back in March that I wanted one and put down a deposit. After waiting months and hearing more and more great feedback on the ZL1 and also some of the issues folks were having with the GT500, I found a Victory Red ZL1 with the six speed manual and silver wheels up in Michigan. I flew up last Wednesday and drove it home.

I sold my 2009 CTS-V to get the ZL1 and I was a little apprehensive that I was giving up such an awesome car for something lesser. My concerns were unfounded because the ZL1 is simply an outstanding vehicle. Although the CTS-V was equipped with every bell and whistle, It was too quiet, had an automatic transmission, and was black (tough to keep clean). Simply put... It was too nice.

The ZL1 on the other hand is a more engaging performance vehicle. The sound coupled with the familiar power of the LSA engine, and six speed transmission is an intoxicating combination. I couldn't be happier...

It looks like my modified C5 Corvette is gonna be collecting some dust.

Great but ,

Van@RevanRacing · 07-15-2012, 10:28 PM

You apparently missed my videos. Congrats on your new ride.

Yep, the Gt500 is only good on an Oval. Anybody else out there get to lap Daytona like this?

40 Minutes of lapping at Daytona and they all wanted to ride in the Shelby or the Boss.

For the record, I was in the GT500 and I had 3 passengers and showed them a glimpse of the wall.

I don't care if you are Ford or Chevy. Getting to the run the Tri-Oval at Daytona is INCREDIBLE and I was blessed to do it. The management at Daytona came to us and said we have some VIP's that we need to give track rides to. I grabbed a customers car. He basically said, "Give it Hell"

I took it easy.

*radz28* · 07-15-2012, 11:01 PM

CONGRATS!!!

LimaCharlie · 07-15-2012, 11:04 PM

As a GM guy, I'm happy to see you chose the ZL1 over the GT500. You can't go wrong with either car though.

07-15-2012, 10:11 AM	#1
Paulg680 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ellettsville, Indiana Posts: 47	Cancelled my order for a 2013 Shelby GT500 and bought a ZL1 and... I couldn't be happier! I've never owned a Ford in my life but I decided back in March that I wanted one and put down a deposit. After waiting months and hearing more and more great feedback on the ZL1 and also some of the issues folks were having with the GT500, I found a Victory Red ZL1 with the six speed manual and silver wheels up in Michigan. I flew up last Wednesday and drove it home. I sold my 2009 CTS-V to get the ZL1 and I was a little apprehensive that I was giving up such an awesome car for something lesser. My concerns were unfounded because the ZL1 is simply an outstanding vehicle. Although the CTS-V was equipped with every bell and whistle, It was too quiet, had an automatic transmission, and was black (tough to keep clean). Simply put... It was too nice. The ZL1 on the other hand is a more engaging performance vehicle. The sound coupled with the familiar power of the LSA engine, and six speed transmission is an intoxicating combination. I couldn't be happier... It looks like my modified C5 Corvette is gonna be collecting some dust. Here's a photo of my ZL1 shortly after arriving home from the dealer after a 400 mile road trip... A photo of the 2009 CTS-V I sold to buy the ZL1... Last edited by Paulg680; 07-20-2012 at 10:01 PM.

07-15-2012, 10:35 AM	#3
Good2go Team Chevrolet Drives: 2007 Z06 and 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio Posts: 441 View My Garage	What are the GT500 issues? Great choice btw! __________________ Forgeline GA3's 9.5/11 with NT-05 Nitto's, Pedders Sportsryder Supercar Coilovers, MGW Shifter, LPE GT1-1 Cam, AR 1 7/8" LT's, Halltech CAI, SW Retro Chambered Cat-Back, Installed and tuned by Corey @ Henderson Performance Technology.

07-15-2012, 08:51 PM	#10
OldJedi Use the Force Drives: 2015 Corvette Z51, 2018 Porsche GTS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Davie, Fl. Posts: 3,862	Congratulations on your choice. I will concede that the 2013 GT 500 is the faster car in the quarter mile, however the ZL1 is the better car as an all around package. Best of luck with your new baby. __________________ Walk softly, carry a light saber and drive a ZL1!

07-15-2012, 11:01 PM	#13
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,192 View My Garage	CONGRATS!!! __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

07-15-2012, 11:04 PM	#14
LimaCharlie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS - 2004 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,989	As a GM guy, I'm happy to see you chose the ZL1 over the GT500. You can't go wrong with either car though. __________________ 2011 Summit White Camaro 1SS/RS -6.2 LS3, TR6060, 3.45, G80 2004 Black Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab, Short Bed -5.3 LM7, 4L60E, 3.42, G80 2014 White Caprice PPV -6.0 L77, 6L80E, 2.92, G80

07-15-2012, 10:12 AM	#2
Indpowr Account Suspended Drives: Corvette C6 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 6,959 View My Garage	Warranty wise, the ZL is cheaper to take care of than the V

07-15-2012, 12:09 PM	#5
Paulg680 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ellettsville, Indiana Posts: 47	Paint issues, transmission grinding, gauge reflections on the windshield, cooling issues and poor brake performance during hard (track) driving were the main ones. What did it for me was the results of the comparison with the ZL1 which unanimously picked the ZL1 as the better car overall.

07-15-2012, 02:26 PM	#6
Sharp-ZL1 MSG,Retired US. ARMY Drives: 2012 ZL1, 11 XC 90, 15 BMW 328i SW Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Germany Posts: 233 View My Garage	What was the dealer name that had the car. It might be the same place that i got mine at. Durand Mi. They had two of us order thesame car but the other guy backed out. Great choice in the ZL 1 over the GT.

07-15-2012, 04:53 PM	#8
tooslow Banned Drives: 4 Wheels, Gasoline Engine Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,007	Congrats and enjoy!

07-15-2012, 05:11 PM	#9
jmaynard Drives: 2012 Camaro SS2 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Garland Tx Posts: 453	Either car is an awesome choice, but for a car you can really have fun driving you made the right desicion. Now, if you wanted to do laps at a NASCAR track full speed I might have opted for the Ford, but for a good road course (or city street) the ZL1 is hands down the best choice.