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dporter6 · 02-17-2022, 09:20 PM

Hey Guys,

I have a FBO Tuned Loud ass Hell 14 camaro ss. I went to the dealer in boredem and test drove an all 2017 Black 6th Gen zl1 with the 10speed. As i was test driving it, the salesman gave me the thumbs up to drive it like I stole it. I floored it from 40, 50 and 60 in the open street and got it to like 100 easy.
All though the pulls were really nice and smooth and that extra pull from the supercharger was cool, I wasnt amazed like i thought i would be. Too be honest I didn't feel no difference at all and Actually my car felt more rowdy then the zl1 supringsly. I obviously know the zl1 is way faster and would probably feel the difference in the long stretch, but im just curious of maybe why I wasnt so amazed as I thought it would be. Anybody experience this also or have similiar experiences? Also the 6th gen felt more like a track/sports car and my 5th gen feels like a old school muscle car. 2 different feels

xstuntman · 02-18-2022, 08:23 AM

Ok, but could you bump the key with your knee and shut the 6th gen down?
Cause thats a pretty neat feature we got.

gtstorey · 02-18-2022, 08:37 AM

The lack of noise will make it feel slower and the added noise makes yours feel faster.

dporter6 · 02-18-2022, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by gtstorey

The lack of noise will make it feel slower and the added noise makes yours feel faster.

Yea I think the added noise gives it the extra drama effect! Dont get me wrong the car felt fast asff. Just wasnt wowed, if that make sense.

ZED SLED · 02-18-2022, 08:59 AM

Try those pulls on a twisty mountain road. You'll see the difference.

dporter6 · 02-18-2022, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

Try those pulls on a twisty mountain road. You'll see the difference.

The handeling is were I really felt the difference. felt like a formula 1 race car with that tight steering. Felt very compact

SlingShot · 02-18-2022, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by dporter6

Hey Guys,

Also the 6th gen felt more like a track/sports car and my 5th gen feels like a old school muscle car.

You answered your own question...

InFiD3ViL · 02-18-2022, 06:03 PM

Remember, these cars are built for your average consumer, not people that are into heavy modding. Now of course with the ZL1 they expect to get more experienced, track use focused owners, but they still build them to be something that can be daily driven if needed and with a certain level of refinement.

What I am trying to say, they take great strides in reducing NVH and making these cars as user friendly as possible. Yes, they are fast, but they are also refined - to an extent.

One thing I can say about my car (and many other rides here) is she is NOT refined. She is a snotty, loud, obnoxious, hard shifting, twitchy-throttled, and choppy-idling beast. Not something your everyday driver would really tolerate or be able to handle for long. Me? I freaking love it!

But I know I would love the hell out of a new ZL1 too

dporter6 · 02-18-2022, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Remember, these cars are built for your average consumer, not people that are into heavy modding. Now of course with the ZL1 they expect to get more experienced, track use focused owners, but they still build them to be something that can be daily driven if needed and with a certain level of refinement.

What I am trying to say, they take great strides in reducing NVH and making these cars as user friendly as possible. Yes, they are fast, but they are also refined - to an extent.

One thing I can say about my car (and many other rides here) is she is NOT refined. She is a snotty, loud, obnoxious, hard shifting, twitchy-throttled, and choppy-idling beast. Not something your everyday driver would really tolerate or be able to handle for long. Me? I freaking love it!

But I know I would love the hell out of a new ZL1 too

You got a very good point there ��.

joekono · 02-19-2022, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Remember, these cars are built for your average consumer, not people that are into heavy modding. Now of course with the ZL1 they expect to get more experienced, track use focused owners, but they still build them to be something that can be daily driven if needed and with a certain level of refinement.

What I am trying to say, they take great strides in reducing NVH and making these cars as user friendly as possible. Yes, they are fast, but they are also refined - to an extent.

One thing I can say about my car (and many other rides here) is she is NOT refined. She is a snotty, loud, obnoxious, hard shifting, twitchy-throttled, and choppy-idling beast. Not something your everyday driver would really tolerate or be able to handle for long. Me? I freaking love it!

But I know I would love the hell out of a new ZL1 too

GREAT POST!!!!!!!

https://i.imgur.com/XqhVAA7.gif

1JEWLDSSRS · 02-19-2022, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Remember, these cars are built for your average consumer, not people that are into heavy modding. Now of course with the ZL1 they expect to get more experienced, track use focused owners, but they still build them to be something that can be daily driven if needed and with a certain level of refinement.

What I am trying to say, they take great strides in reducing NVH and making these cars as user friendly as possible. Yes, they are fast, but they are also refined - to an extent.

One thing I can say about my car (and many other rides here) is she is NOT refined. She is a snotty, loud, obnoxious, hard shifting, twitchy-throttled, and choppy-idling beast. Not something your everyday driver would really tolerate or be able to handle for long. Me? I freaking love it!

But I know I would love the hell out of a new ZL1 too

This for sure!! Well said sir!

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02-17-2022, 09:20 PM	#1
dporter6 Wicked_2SS Drives: 2014 Red Hot 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 106	Test Drove 6th Gen zl1 ahhhh Hey Guys, I have a FBO Tuned Loud ass Hell 14 camaro ss. I went to the dealer in boredem and test drove an all 2017 Black 6th Gen zl1 with the 10speed. As i was test driving it, the salesman gave me the thumbs up to drive it like I stole it. I floored it from 40, 50 and 60 in the open street and got it to like 100 easy. All though the pulls were really nice and smooth and that extra pull from the supercharger was cool, I wasnt amazed like i thought i would be. Too be honest I didn't feel no difference at all and Actually my car felt more rowdy then the zl1 supringsly. I obviously know the zl1 is way faster and would probably feel the difference in the long stretch, but im just curious of maybe why I wasnt so amazed as I thought it would be. Anybody experience this also or have similiar experiences? Also the 6th gen felt more like a track/sports car and my 5th gen feels like a old school muscle car. 2 different feels

02-18-2022, 08:23 AM	#2
xstuntman Drives: 2012 Victory Red LFX Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: west central Texas Posts: 1,310	Ok, but could you bump the key with your knee and shut the 6th gen down? Cause thats a pretty neat feature we got. __________________ 2018 SS wheels, red Heritage grille, actual driving lights, ZL1 strut tower brace, GM Performance billet aluminum fuel door, front grille Bowtie delete, painted red rotors and calipers, 1/4 window American Flags, splash guards, AEM dry panel air filter.

02-18-2022, 08:59 AM	#5
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Try those pulls on a twisty mountain road. You'll see the difference. __________________

02-18-2022, 06:03 PM	#8
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	Remember, these cars are built for your average consumer, not people that are into heavy modding. Now of course with the ZL1 they expect to get more experienced, track use focused owners, but they still build them to be something that can be daily driven if needed and with a certain level of refinement. What I am trying to say, they take great strides in reducing NVH and making these cars as user friendly as possible. Yes, they are fast, but they are also refined - to an extent. One thing I can say about my car (and many other rides here) is she is NOT refined. She is a snotty, loud, obnoxious, hard shifting, twitchy-throttled, and choppy-idling beast. Not something your everyday driver would really tolerate or be able to handle for long. Me? I freaking love it! But I know I would love the hell out of a new ZL1 too __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

02-18-2022, 08:37 AM	#3
gtstorey Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2,L99, LSA SC Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,155	The lack of noise will make it feel slower and the added noise makes yours feel faster.