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Zfatuated · 06-04-2014, 08:01 PM

Plycar enclosed transport for the win, thanks folks!

My observations somewhat differ from others I've read so far and I'm sure it's due to previous experiences. My point of reference is Porsche GT cars- GT3RS, GT2RS, GT3RS 4.0, etc.

Here are my first 100 miles comments on the Z/28 with that in mind.

* Wow!
* It's sublime
* Feels perfectly light
* Interior is fine- The reporter who wrote it had a "sub Korean interior" has his head up his ass.
* It's sophisticated in many ways I was not expecting.
* Tasty torque!
* As you would expect- a perfectly composed suspension. More comfortable around town than the Porsche GT cars
* Personally, I'd daily drive the hell out of it, I'm fine with a solidly sprung, well-dampened ride
* I had no problem with tramlining, hunting or any other challenging road behaviors. I'd take my hands off the wheel and it would track in a straight line.

I can't think of anything negative to say?

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the steering feel. It's great and the wheel feels good in your hands. The shifter and shift action is very good. The car feels like it's milled from a block of billet, rock solid.

Great car, can't wait to get the break-in miles on it and get it on track this weekend. Worth every penny of $75k and it's destined to be a coveted addition to any car enthusiast's garage.

Well fricken' done Chevy. Thank you!

werks · 06-04-2014, 08:11 PM

Congrats on getting the new car and glad you like it! You took a bit of flack on Rennlist the last couple of months for your thoughts on getting away from the P cars but I agree with a lot of your thoughs on the matter. To me at the end of the day driving pleasure and bang for the buck come first, brand loyaly is a distant 3rd. Are you going to make it out to T-hill this weekend?

PYROLYSIS · 06-04-2014, 08:31 PM

Congrats. Glad she blew away your expectations. That's one fine piece of machinery.

Al C. · 06-04-2014, 08:45 PM

I'd love to take my Z through the turns up to Virginia City and Tahoe... Congrats!

Bad@ssCamaro · 06-04-2014, 09:30 PM

MOAR!!!

Jackass · 06-04-2014, 09:32 PM

Not if , but when it gets a little cold up there , just call me and I can help you bring MR Z/28 to a more moderate temperature !

90503 · 06-04-2014, 09:34 PM

Congrats.....glad it made it there safe and sound....

....So, break-time's over!!.....Time to get to work!....lol....

Enjoy it....don't baby it.....See you at the track one of these days....

jim911 · 06-04-2014, 10:27 PM

I wouldn't expect anything else from a guy who has always driven nice cars, and researched the Z28 enough to know just what to expect. Congratulations

Ivan @ Southwest Speed · 06-04-2014, 10:36 PM

So nice....great review. Thank you.

McRat · 06-04-2014, 10:38 PM

Congrats!

Zfatuated · 06-04-2014, 10:53 PM

There will be a brief track write-up early next week as a follow-up to this thread.

Quote:

Originally Posted by werks

Congrats on getting the new car and glad you like it! You took a bit of flack on Rennlist the last couple of months for your thoughts on getting away from the P cars but I agree with a lot of your thoughs on the matter. To me at the end of the day driving pleasure and bang for the buck come first, brand loyaly is a distant 3rd. Are you going to make it out to T-hill this weekend?

Right on! This Z is easily as gratifying as any of the Porsches. Easily. It is a very nice car. And a dirt-cheap bargain comparatively speaking.

I will be at TH this weekend, new 5- mile course as you know

brt3 will be there too, Z/28 in stereo. We'll all be roasting alive together!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Al C.

I'd love to take my Z through the turns up to Virginia City and Tahoe... Congrats!

I did the loop to Carson City and back and then up Geiger Grade to VC. Couldn't resist

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim911

I wouldn't expect anything else from a guy who has always driven nice cars, and researched the Z28 enough to know just what to expect. Congratulations

You know, we hope we know what to expect? But we never really do until the reality of driving the car. You and I both know certain "Great Marketing Machines" will feed us some mighty tall tales

Thankfully the Z/28 has been under promise and over deliver ever since the reveal in March 2013. I can truthfully attest it is a very pleasurable car to drive by any measure. And a bargain for the engineering excellence it offers.

tahoeacr · 06-04-2014, 11:03 PM

Can I come over and drool on it? I'm glad you think it cuts it as a dd. Cant wait for track day update.

Zfatuated · 06-04-2014, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tahoeacr

Can I come over and drool on it? I'm glad you think it cuts it as a dd. Cant wait for track day update.

Lol!

I would not want to drive it on potholed roads, but cruising around here, there is no drama.

Number 3 · 06-04-2014, 11:25 PM

Ok so we get a review of your first hour with the car............nice!

100 miles....................1 hour..................

06-04-2014, 08:01 PM	#1
Zfatuated Drives: BAC Mono Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Reno Posts: 869	ZFat's First 100 Miles Plycar enclosed transport for the win, thanks folks! My observations somewhat differ from others I've read so far and I'm sure it's due to previous experiences. My point of reference is Porsche GT cars- GT3RS, GT2RS, GT3RS 4.0, etc. Here are my first 100 miles comments on the Z/28 with that in mind. * Wow! * It's sublime * Feels perfectly light * Interior is fine- The reporter who wrote it had a "sub Korean interior" has his head up his ass. * It's sophisticated in many ways I was not expecting. * Tasty torque! * As you would expect- a perfectly composed suspension. More comfortable around town than the Porsche GT cars * Personally, I'd daily drive the hell out of it, I'm fine with a solidly sprung, well-dampened ride * I had no problem with tramlining, hunting or any other challenging road behaviors. I'd take my hands off the wheel and it would track in a straight line. I can't think of anything negative to say? There is absolutely nothing wrong with the steering feel. It's great and the wheel feels good in your hands. The shifter and shift action is very good. The car feels like it's milled from a block of billet, rock solid. Great car, can't wait to get the break-in miles on it and get it on track this weekend. Worth every penny of $75k and it's destined to be a coveted addition to any car enthusiast's garage. Well fricken' done Chevy. Thank you! Attached Images __________________ 2014 Z/28, White "I wasn't asked to make it cheap...I was asked to make it FAST!" Mark Stielow, the new Z/28.

06-04-2014, 08:31 PM	#3
PYROLYSIS Remember the Charleston 9 Drives: 2004 KME PREDATOR, 2014 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Summerv1LE SC Posts: 5,381 View My Garage	Congrats. Glad she blew away your expectations. That's one fine piece of machinery. __________________ BRING BACK THE B4C POLICE CAMARO! 2002 V-6 5 speed rally red (current camaro) Also driven:1992 Z-28 305 auto Red w/ black stripes (anniversary), 2001 V-6 auto light pewter metallic,1991 RS V-6 auto Black

06-04-2014, 09:30 PM	#5
Bad@ssCamaro BeckyD Rocks :-) Drives: 2015 1SS/1LE Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: CT Posts: 5,781 View My Garage	MOAR!!! __________________ 2015 CRT 1SS/1LE RS/Recaro's/NPP/Nav/Rear vision pkg./BA speaker upgrade. Stage 3 BMR cam, ARH 1 7/8 headers, CAI, BMR 1.25 drop springs, JPSS Billet Bushings, Peddars Cradle Bushings...460 whp...so far....SOLD, but not forgotten!

06-04-2014, 10:27 PM	#8
jim911 Drives: 2014 Stingray, 2014 E63 AMG Wagon, Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: wisconsin Posts: 76	Great I wouldn't expect anything else from a guy who has always driven nice cars, and researched the Z28 enough to know just what to expect. Congratulations

06-04-2014, 10:38 PM	#10
McRat Drives: 2010 ZR1 "Satan" Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Norco, CA Posts: 1,183	Congrats! __________________ 2002 Z06 "Blue Meanie" 11.36 ET 2003 Z06 in progress 2009 CTS-V "Spooky" 12.36 ET, bone stock at 1600 mi. Rainy day in Sacramento. Sadness. 2010 ZR1 "Satan" no times yet. 2013 Volt SCCA Solo2 #771 HS3. And a bunch of Duramaxes.

06-04-2014, 08:11 PM	#2
werks Drives: Katech Track Attack Z06 #50 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 17	Congrats on getting the new car and glad you like it! You took a bit of flack on Rennlist the last couple of months for your thoughts on getting away from the P cars but I agree with a lot of your thoughs on the matter. To me at the end of the day driving pleasure and bang for the buck come first, brand loyaly is a distant 3rd. Are you going to make it out to T-hill this weekend?

06-04-2014, 08:45 PM	#4
Al C. Drives: ZL1 #529 "El-Jefe" Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 668	I'd love to take my Z through the turns up to Virginia City and Tahoe... Congrats!

06-04-2014, 09:32 PM	#6
Jackass Doing what I like to do Drives: 1963 Landrover Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Almost at the corner ! Posts: 667	Not if , but when it gets a little cold up there , just call me and I can help you bring MR Z/28 to a more moderate temperature !

06-04-2014, 09:34 PM	#7
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,564	Congrats.....glad it made it there safe and sound.... ....So, break-time's over!!.....Time to get to work!....lol.... Enjoy it....don't baby it.....See you at the track one of these days....

06-04-2014, 10:36 PM	#9
Ivan @ Southwest Speed Drives: '15 Z06, '01 NBM SS, '97 SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rio Rancho, NM Posts: 12,161	So nice....great review. Thank you.

06-04-2014, 11:03 PM	#12
tahoeacr Drives: 69 camaro's,'14 1ls slvr 6m Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: nevada Posts: 39	Can I come over and drool on it? I'm glad you think it cuts it as a dd. Cant wait for track day update.

06-04-2014, 11:25 PM	#14
Number 3 Hail to the King baby! Drives: '19 XT4 2.0T & '22 VW Atlas 2.0T Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 12,306 View My Garage	Ok so we get a review of your first hour with the car............nice! 100 miles....................1 hour.................. __________________ "Speed, it seems to me, provides the one genuinely modern pleasure." - Aldous Huxley