I already sold my '22 Stingray back in September in preparation for a Z06. I miss my Stingray a lot. It's by far my favorite car I've owned, but your video further confirms I made the right decision.
I JUST got my ‘24, wish id waited & got a z06 but i had wanted a Vette ever since 2020. Hopefully when the zr1 hits the streets the z06 prices will be better than what they are now
@@livinglife3230 Same. But I think its actually probably better to experience the Stingray first and then step up to a Z. For me at least, I think it will make me appreciate the Z06 that much more
@@Gr1mmjoww_13 U exactly right & that’s what I did, I even opted for the 1LT so if it was a “LOVE” after a year, I wouldn’t have wasted money. The numbers are close 0-60 & quarter mile times. I need to figure out IF it’s worth the upgrade, mainly for the exhaust. Accelerate yellow isn’t made anymore, so that’s something to think about. Orange & rapid blue were my other choices before I ordered mine BUT there’s 2 people at my gym that has those colors, so…..
I did the same thing except back in March in preparation for the ZR1. Been on the ZR1 list with the dealer that sold me my Stingray for a couple years now. Hoping for an early allocation and will be curious how the turbo experience will be compared to the NA Z. If it’s too muffled I could really see selling the ZR1 and “settling” for the drama of the Z06
This car has the perfect amount of usable power for the street, not to mention the handling. Once sat in it, and you wring out the gears... You. Will. Smile. Edit - Let's try to remember this is an American made sports car. It's a good feeling.
The pops and bangs are so good. You want to always be switching gears. You're right, most aggressive auto shift setting is WAY too aggressive for the street. Kinda 😇
My new 2025 C8 Z06 Coupe White with Dipped Red interior, Carbon Ceramic Brakes and Carbon Fiber wheels was just sent to Paragon for a few modifications. I haven't driven it yet. I can't wait.
I agree with you on it being a super car, and I kinda like that America has one. However, GM should not have discontinued the Camaro because they need an American muscle car to go along with it
I have a 2023 ZO6 ZO7 3LZ convertible with all carbon fiber. I added a Fabspeed exhaust that takes it to another level. I plan to add the ZR1 when the markups come down.
I love this car.. I don't have one yet..I'm noticing that all of the Corvettes are really loud loud inside of the car, when creators are making content. They need to apply some more sound dampening applications for us daily drivers who be on the phone while cruising. Other than that it's still a 10 10 10 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Awesome car. Kudos to Chevrolet for creating such a perfect beast at a somewhat reasonable price! I def want one, at least if I can get into a 1LT that's a start, but, if things go well, def the C8!
Really good video as always. One thing - I know you like to mention the dry weight in your videos, but that's not what most people use when comparing cars. You should use the curb weight, which is ~3650 for the coupe.
I already have a 2024 Z06 black Convertible picked out with less than 1,000 miles for $128,000 ... Just waiting for the Return On Investment to clear my Bank... My Brother has a Gorgeous Elkhart Lake Blue 2021 Z51 Coupe that we picked up at the Museum, and it is GREAT! But I just LOVE the Extra HP ... What I would REALLY Love to do is to buy a clean C7 ZR1 Black Convertible... and put a matching set of the 'Rapid blue' wheels on Both cars and a matching Blue Body Stripe down the center, and blue seat belts!!
I have a childhood friend who traded in his Huracan and bought a Corvette. I thought maybe he was trying to downgrade but after this review I understand why.
Wow that sounds so sick. I had a buddy who got to drive a C8 and drive a shelby gt500 but he moved out of town before I even got to ask him 2 questions, so i'll ask you.... Which has greater acceleration and which is louder out of these 2 cars? :0
That's awesome! I'd say the C8 Z06 is way better for low speed accelerations. The GT500 has serious traction problems if you're going to do a pull between 0-40mph. If I was doing a hard pull starting at 80mph, the GT500 would come out on top. And the C8 Z06 is 100% louder. It's UNREAL in person
I really respect this car, and the flat plane crank sounds really good when you're giving 'er, but didn't you find it makes some not-so-nice noises at some RPM's? The engine sound when you were cruising between 1500-2000 RPM was buzzy (though I've never heard it in person). I know you can put it in tour, and that will adjust the exhaust flaps but who wants do that when you're driving this? I feel the Audi/Lambo V10 is superior in this regard. That engine sounds good at all times.
I hope you get to profile a C7 ZR1. I think the C8 Z06 would beat it off the line and probably in the quarter, but I think the C7 ZR1 would win in a roll race for sure. C8 Z06 might have the advantage around a track, not sure. Anyway I own a C7 Z06 and would love to own a C7 ZR1. haha! Thanks for the video! Oh yeah, the 1,064 HP ZR1 on deck...Oh my!
Honestly Z06 for everyday driving. Huracan Evo if I was going to a car show on the weekend. But if it were one or the other and it was my only car, C8 Z06.
Comparing the z06 and Lamborghini, it's the same as comparing a Lamborghini and a Ferrari. They're all mid engine cars, just different names. I have a lamborghini, and I have a z06 and honestly I prefer the z06 to be honest
Just messing with you. I’m looking to get a C8 Zo6 in early 2027 in red mist metallic. I’ve already saved up 102k for it. I had a supercharged C7 stingray which was a lot of fun but I love how this c8 Zo6 sounds and looks. I drove a friends C8 stingray and it was slow up top like you said.
@user-yn2mj6yc5d It's the DREAM man. Ill definitely make a vid on the C7 Z06 vs. The C8 Z06 if you're interested to hear what the differences in driving feel like. I hope you get it!!!
@@user-yn2mj6yc5d@user-yn2mj6yc5d nice color hope you'll enjoy it but dude, why the wait? You've got the money now to buy it if you put down say half with financing, put the remainder towards your investment portfolio. Unless you're just holding onto your current ride longer? Cheers regardless which way you go, I got my 2LZ this summer and it's an absolute riot, you'll love yours!
Just ordered my 25 z06! Was struggling between this and the 992 gt3. Z06 is gonna be the very frist car in my life that i just ordered without even a test drive. I hope it wont let me down😂
@amiller2121 im nit a colorful guy. So tbh, the 2025 new colors are so bad, in my opinion. .. my favorite one was hypersonic grey but they canceled it. The sea wolf grey is just too "fashion" so I have to go black. With two tone balck/red interior, 3lz, convertible.
@@damonchen4397 That sounds like a sick build brother!! Mine is getting built in a few weeks. The test drive was nuts and I was smiling the whole time. You're gonna love it!!!
I've been thinking of a c8 z51 upgrade to an e-ray that I could then heads+cam+boost to suite typically daily driving better than even a Zora. I prefer high torque launches from lights more than high speeding tickets. The flat plane crank engines are just begging for police to notice.
All the things you mention that make it supercar territory "now" have been true of Corvettes for generations lol. The sole difference is engine placement. Z06's and ZR1's of past generations have always had more power than their European counterparts and perform on par or better than any of their reasonably priced peers. This car doesn't change that at all except for the engine placement and sound.
I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one, but I’m not a fan of the new body design. I like the old design. I wish it just would’ve kept with the old design and just modify it. I feel like you’re trying to make it look like a Ferrari.
As a person who doesn't know much about cars, but LOVES the C8 corvette, isn't a Porsche wayy better? Everybody I know lovesss Porsche but not the Corvette.
You must be new at this. You don’t even know what “FIRST DRIVE” means. 😂😂😂😂 Video starts in the middle of a road, and immediately says he’s been driving it. Smdh
Like the gt350, this thing is begging for a pos displacement blower. Just a super low boost deal. Like the vf blowers for r8/hurracans. It’ll literally be perfect. Especially for the heavier convertibles. 🙌
That might be crank horsepower, but not wheel horsepower the car like dump probably about less than 600 maybe wheel horsepower. And 400 torque First drive in you’re parked in the lane., TH-cam and see it for yourself and I had mine done that Livernois sports in Michigan and that’s what I got so get your numbers right take it to a Dyno💯✨👑🐠
I think you're the only one who would feel that way. Even if you don't like the looks or sound of this car, you have to give it props for the incredible performance.
This car’s quality is far better than any corvette of the past so idk what you mean by “plastic looking” since when have corvette ever looked anything but cheap. It’s about performance stop crying
Why do you over exaggerate everything you say? Have you not been around nice cars until recently? THEN YOU SAY “ it lacks the insane feeling” right after you called this “ THE MOST INSANE CAR” “ instantly responsive you said but then you said in second gear it’s slow 😂? Do you even know wtf you’re saying ?
I can’t fathom the ZR1 man… great POV!!!
I can't either lol!!! Thank you man!
I already sold my '22 Stingray back in September in preparation for a Z06. I miss my Stingray a lot. It's by far my favorite car I've owned, but your video further confirms I made the right decision.
I JUST got my ‘24, wish id waited & got a z06 but i had wanted a Vette ever since 2020. Hopefully when the zr1 hits the streets the z06 prices will be better than what they are now
@@livinglife3230 Same. But I think its actually probably better to experience the Stingray first and then step up to a Z. For me at least, I think it will make me appreciate the Z06 that much more
@@Gr1mmjoww_13 U exactly right & that’s what I did, I even opted for the 1LT so if it was a “LOVE” after a year, I wouldn’t have wasted money. The numbers are close 0-60 & quarter mile times. I need to figure out IF it’s worth the upgrade, mainly for the exhaust. Accelerate yellow isn’t made anymore, so that’s something to think about. Orange & rapid blue were my other choices before I ordered mine BUT there’s 2 people at my gym that has those colors, so…..
I did the same thing except back in March in preparation for the ZR1. Been on the ZR1 list with the dealer that sold me my Stingray for a couple years now. Hoping for an early allocation and will be curious how the turbo experience will be compared to the NA Z. If it’s too muffled I could really see selling the ZR1 and “settling” for the drama of the Z06
@@namestas1591 Nice! And it isn't cheap, but a starting price of 175k ain't bad at all
This car has the perfect amount of usable power for the street, not to mention the handling. Once sat in it, and you wring out the gears... You. Will. Smile.
Edit - Let's try to remember this is an American made sports car. It's a good feeling.
The pops and bangs are so good. You want to always be switching gears. You're right, most aggressive auto shift setting is WAY too aggressive for the street. Kinda 😇
My new 2025 C8 Z06 Coupe White with Dipped Red interior, Carbon Ceramic Brakes and Carbon Fiber wheels was just sent to Paragon for a few modifications.
I haven't driven it yet. I can't wait.
I just bought a black c8 z06 2 weeks ago and I like it. Excellent content keep grinding 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I agree with you on it being a super car, and I kinda like that America has one. However, GM should not have discontinued the Camaro because they need an American muscle car to go along with it
I have a 2023 ZO6 ZO7 3LZ convertible with all carbon fiber. I added a Fabspeed exhaust that takes it to another level. I plan to add the ZR1 when the markups come down.
Love the sound of it awesome. I'm retired so I'll never be able to afford one, but sure would like to get a ride in on the track.
I have always thought of making this my dream car and this car would make me wake up 4x as hard and even daily drive that Z06!
It definitely feels like a dream driving the C8 Z06!
I’ve been watching you since you started posting, keep up the grind!
Ayee I just recognized your profile picture from the email. Thanks man!
The red mist is beautiful man. By far the best C8 color!! Maybe I'm biased though, that's the color I got mine in... 😂
I love this car.. I don't have one yet..I'm noticing that all of the Corvettes are really loud loud inside of the car, when creators are making content. They need to apply some more sound dampening applications for us daily drivers who be on the phone while cruising. Other than that it's still a 10 10 10 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Best corvette ever made, gm agrees too.
i usually dont like pop and bangs but these sound thunderous
Awesome car. Kudos to Chevrolet for creating such a perfect beast at a somewhat reasonable price! I def want one, at least if I can get into a 1LT that's a start, but, if things go well, def the C8!
Really good video as always. One thing - I know you like to mention the dry weight in your videos, but that's not what most people use when comparing cars. You should use the curb weight, which is ~3650 for the coupe.
I already have a 2024 Z06 black Convertible picked out with less than 1,000 miles for $128,000 ...
Just waiting for the Return On Investment to clear my Bank...
My Brother has a Gorgeous Elkhart Lake Blue 2021 Z51 Coupe that we picked up at the Museum, and it is GREAT!
But I just LOVE the Extra HP ... What I would REALLY Love to do is to buy a clean C7 ZR1 Black Convertible... and put a matching set of the 'Rapid blue' wheels on Both cars and a matching Blue Body Stripe down the center, and blue seat belts!!
Those models might hold their value in the future. 10 years from now.
I have a childhood friend who traded in his Huracan and bought a Corvette. I thought maybe he was trying to downgrade but after this review I understand why.
I cant wait to get mine in competition yellow
If you were offered this car or a shelby gt350r or 2024 mustang gt, what would you take
Are you joking? The Fords are not comparable.
😂😂😂😂
100% going with this
Wow that sounds so sick. I had a buddy who got to drive a C8 and drive a shelby gt500 but he moved out of town before I even got to ask him 2 questions, so i'll ask you.... Which has greater acceleration and which is louder out of these 2 cars? :0
That's awesome! I'd say the C8 Z06 is way better for low speed accelerations. The GT500 has serious traction problems if you're going to do a pull between 0-40mph. If I was doing a hard pull starting at 80mph, the GT500 would come out on top. And the C8 Z06 is 100% louder. It's UNREAL in person
Hey did you use a exhaust mic? Also great video
I really respect this car, and the flat plane crank sounds really good when you're giving 'er, but didn't you find it makes some not-so-nice noises at some RPM's? The engine sound when you were cruising between 1500-2000 RPM was buzzy (though I've never heard it in person). I know you can put it in tour, and that will adjust the exhaust flaps but who wants do that when you're driving this? I feel the Audi/Lambo V10 is superior in this regard. That engine sounds good at all times.
I hope you get to profile a C7 ZR1. I think the C8 Z06 would beat it off the line and probably in the quarter, but I think the C7 ZR1 would win in a roll race for sure. C8 Z06 might have the advantage around a track, not sure. Anyway I own a C7 Z06 and would love to own a C7 ZR1. haha! Thanks for the video! Oh yeah, the 1,064 HP ZR1 on deck...Oh my!
Can the Z06 be a daily driver?
Would be a pretty fun car Supercharged
It’s funny how when you filmed the huracan you said it’s unlike any corvette camaro or mustang lol but it’s actually like a corvette
I had no idea the C8 Z06 was on this level. Absolutely insane
wow that sounds awesome
cool vid. earned sub
Plan to getting one spring of 2026
Does this Z06 have an aftermarket exhaust, sounds different from others?
Do you prefer the z06 or huracan evo ? You’ve driven both.
Honestly Z06 for everyday driving. Huracan Evo if I was going to a car show on the weekend. But if it were one or the other and it was my only car, C8 Z06.
Z06 is a lot easier on the pockets with maintenance
Comparing the z06 and Lamborghini, it's the same as comparing a Lamborghini and a Ferrari. They're all mid engine cars, just different names. I have a lamborghini, and I have a z06 and honestly I prefer the z06 to be honest
what do you do for a living bro im trying to be as rich as you
You parked in the lane?
Its a hiking area, I wouldn't consider this a "road". I see what you mean looking back at it lol.
Just messing with you. I’m looking to get a C8 Zo6 in early 2027 in red mist metallic. I’ve already saved up 102k for it. I had a supercharged C7 stingray which was a lot of fun but I love how this c8 Zo6 sounds and looks. I drove a friends C8 stingray and it was slow up top like you said.
@user-yn2mj6yc5d It's the DREAM man. Ill definitely make a vid on the C7 Z06 vs. The C8 Z06 if you're interested to hear what the differences in driving feel like. I hope you get it!!!
@@user-yn2mj6yc5d@user-yn2mj6yc5d nice color hope you'll enjoy it but dude, why the wait? You've got the money now to buy it if you put down say half with financing, put the remainder towards your investment portfolio. Unless you're just holding onto your current ride longer?
Cheers regardless which way you go, I got my 2LZ this summer and it's an absolute riot, you'll love yours!
The 2025 ZO6! One like None!! 👍💯
End of year promo vid.
Just ordered my 25 z06! Was struggling between this and the 992 gt3. Z06 is gonna be the very frist car in my life that i just ordered without even a test drive. I hope it wont let me down😂
I'm envious. Color?
@amiller2121 im nit a colorful guy. So tbh, the 2025 new colors are so bad, in my opinion. .. my favorite one was hypersonic grey but they canceled it. The sea wolf grey is just too "fashion" so I have to go black. With two tone balck/red interior, 3lz, convertible.
@@damonchen4397 Sounds great. Congrats!
@amiller2121 thanks man! I believe it will be a fun journey with it!
@@damonchen4397 That sounds like a sick build brother!! Mine is getting built in a few weeks. The test drive was nuts and I was smiling the whole time. You're gonna love it!!!
670 Snarling Western Horses
Manual transmission is the thing of the past in my opinion!
Next you need to drive the eray!
Exactly! 3:30
Z06 vs e-ray?
I've been thinking of a c8 z51 upgrade to an e-ray that I could then heads+cam+boost to suite typically daily driving better than even a Zora. I prefer high torque launches from lights more than high speeding tickets. The flat plane crank engines are just begging for police to notice.
All the things you mention that make it supercar territory "now" have been true of Corvettes for generations lol. The sole difference is engine placement. Z06's and ZR1's of past generations have always had more power than their European counterparts and perform on par or better than any of their reasonably priced peers. This car doesn't change that at all except for the engine placement and sound.
I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one, but I’m not a fan of the new body design. I like the old design. I wish it just would’ve kept with the old design and just modify it. I feel like you’re trying to make it look like a Ferrari.
I want one so bad 🥲
Lol i my friend owns a new zo6 vette including his modified 2018 1100 hp ZL1 camaro !
As a person who doesn't know much about cars, but LOVES the C8 corvette, isn't a Porsche wayy better? Everybody I know lovesss Porsche but not the Corvette.
Only if was all wheel drive
6:48
so the economy took a dump but the non collectible non limited edition car price gets higher ? 🙄
Stop watching fox news. The economy is great right now. Best in the world
You must be new at this. You don’t even know what “FIRST DRIVE” means. 😂😂😂😂 Video starts in the middle of a road, and immediately says he’s been driving it. Smdh
Like the gt350, this thing is begging for a pos displacement blower. Just a super low boost deal. Like the vf blowers for r8/hurracans. It’ll literally be perfect. Especially for the heavier convertibles. 🙌
That might be crank horsepower, but not wheel horsepower the car like dump probably about less than 600 maybe wheel horsepower. And 400 torque First drive in you’re parked in the lane., TH-cam and see it for yourself and I had mine done that Livernois sports in Michigan and that’s what I got so get your numbers right take it to a Dyno💯✨👑🐠
I would rather see the first drive in a 1953 corvette not some new 38% Chinese plastic looking insect.
I think you're the only one who would feel that way. Even if you don't like the looks or sound of this car, you have to give it props for the incredible performance.
This car’s quality is far better than any corvette of the past so idk what you mean by “plastic looking” since when have corvette ever looked anything but cheap. It’s about performance stop crying
Why do you over exaggerate everything you say? Have you not been around nice cars until recently? THEN YOU SAY “ it lacks the insane feeling” right after you called this “ THE MOST INSANE CAR” “ instantly responsive you said but then you said in second gear it’s slow 😂? Do you even know wtf you’re saying ?
My guy. I was comparing the Stingray to the Z06. Did you not listen?
Learn how to put the car in manual mode
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But we actually want your dishonest opinion brah