Z51 or Grand Sport

Sham001 · 01-17-2017, 12:27 PM

Greetings,

I am looking to trade in my Camaro SS for a 2LT Grand Sport or a Z51, I am looking to daily drive the Corvette, I am more inclined towards the Grand Sport but really concerned about the cars Ground Clarence and Tire Sidewall (335/25/20) which probably would make the ride harsh....
Just wanted to know your thoughts,

Thanks...

h422694 · 01-17-2017, 12:58 PM

Z51 is a little quicker but worse gas mileage. Ground clearance is right at 4" at the air dam. Same as on the C6 but the dam is further back on a C7 and I don't scrape near as much with the C7. I replaced the dam 3 times on the C6 and have not damaged the C7 in over 18 months. Magnetic select ride allows for a smooth ride choice - option on 2LT, std on GS.
I had a C6 Z51 and now have a C7 Z06 and lots of friends comment on how both ride smooth. Just my thoughts..

Kprimetime · 01-17-2017, 08:25 PM

Hi, I might be a tad bit biased but I would go for the GS 100%. It looks sooooo much better than the Z51. Although both are great. The ground clearance is good and ride is also good. I use my as daily driver. I only tug it in when it rains or snows to save the harsh weather wear and tear. Check out my video for yourself.

Sham001 · 01-18-2017, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Kprimetime

Hi, I might be a tad bit biased but I would go for the GS 100%. It looks sooooo much better than the Z51. Although both are great. The ground clearance is good and ride is also good. I use my as daily driver. I only tug it in when it rains or snows to save the harsh weather wear and tear. Check out my video for yourself.

Looks Awesome...!...Thanks for your Input

Sham001 · 01-18-2017, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by h422694

Z51 is a little quicker but worse gas mileage. Ground clearance is right at 4" at the air dam. Same as on the C6 but the dam is further back on a C7 and I don't scrape near as much with the C7. I replaced the dam 3 times on the C6 and have not damaged the C7 in over 18 months. Magnetic select ride allows for a smooth ride choice - option on 2LT, std on GS.
I had a C6 Z51 and now have a C7 Z06 and lots of friends comment on how both ride smooth. Just my thoughts..

Thanks much for your Input

2cnd chance · 02-05-2017, 09:34 AM

As stated incorrectly above the Z51 isnt any quicker. I have a very steep driveway and have had zero issues with ground clearance. The MR shocks provide for a very comfortable drive in both Tour and Sport mode. The GS is a great car!

h422694 · 02-05-2017, 03:54 PM

2cnd chance is correct on the GS performance vs Z51 using manual transmission. The GS is using the same 7sp transmission as the Z51. I thought it was using the trans from the Stingray.

SR-71 · 02-06-2017, 12:03 AM

Since the Z51 and GS have many similar components, perhaps the main question is whether you like the wide body, or you don't. Personally I don't and I'm also not a fan of the bolt-on ground effects (road debris catchers). The only item I wish my Z51 had is the GS carbon cermanic rotors.

h422694 · 02-06-2017, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SR-71

Personally I don't and I'm also not a fan of the bolt-on ground effects (road debris catchers). The only item I wish my Z51 had is the GS carbon cermanic rotors.

I agree with you. When I bought my Z06, the only component of the Z07 package that I wanted was the carbon / ceramic brakes but could not get them by themselves.

01-17-2017, 12:27 PM	#1
Sham001 PushRodLT1 Drives: M1SS1LE Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 185	Z51 or Grand Sport Greetings, I am looking to trade in my Camaro SS for a 2LT Grand Sport or a Z51, I am looking to daily drive the Corvette, I am more inclined towards the Grand Sport but really concerned about the cars Ground Clarence and Tire Sidewall (335/25/20) which probably would make the ride harsh.... Just wanted to know your thoughts, Thanks... __________________ 2SS Black, M6, NPP, MRC Mods: Borla ATAK Axleback w/NPP, Roto-Fab CAI, RPI Designs Splitter, ACS Spoiler, Michelin PS4S Tires.

02-05-2017, 09:34 AM	#6
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	As stated incorrectly above the Z51 isnt any quicker. I have a very steep driveway and have had zero issues with ground clearance. The MR shocks provide for a very comfortable drive in both Tour and Sport mode. The GS is a great car! __________________

02-06-2017, 12:03 AM	#8
SR-71 Drives: 2015 Z51 Coupe 2LT Shark/red Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: NC Posts: 65	Since the Z51 and GS have many similar components, perhaps the main question is whether you like the wide body, or you don't. Personally I don't and I'm also not a fan of the bolt-on ground effects (road debris catchers). The only item I wish my Z51 had is the GS carbon cermanic rotors. __________________ 2015 SG, 2LT/Z51, Adrenaline Red, M7, MRC, red calipers. My comments are just my opinion. Please don't take them personally. Thanks!

01-17-2017, 12:58 PM	#2
h422694 Drives: '16 Z06 7 Spd, 2024 High Country HD Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kansas City area Posts: 442	Z51 is a little quicker but worse gas mileage. Ground clearance is right at 4" at the air dam. Same as on the C6 but the dam is further back on a C7 and I don't scrape near as much with the C7. I replaced the dam 3 times on the C6 and have not damaged the C7 in over 18 months. Magnetic select ride allows for a smooth ride choice - option on 2LT, std on GS. I had a C6 Z51 and now have a C7 Z06 and lots of friends comment on how both ride smooth. Just my thoughts..

02-05-2017, 03:54 PM	#7
h422694 Drives: '16 Z06 7 Spd, 2024 High Country HD Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kansas City area Posts: 442	2cnd chance is correct on the GS performance vs Z51 using manual transmission. The GS is using the same 7sp transmission as the Z51. I thought it was using the trans from the Stingray.