Anyone go from a Corvette to a 370??

Auston · 05-12-2010, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by cmouton

I went from a 2005 Viper to my 40th Anniversary Z. While I miss the power, the creature comforts of the Z are far superior. The Viper was an awesome engine in a sexy body, but I never loved it.

Did you use your Viper for a daily driver (coupe or roadster)?

cmouton · 05-13-2010, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Auston

Did you use your Viper for a daily driver (coupe or roadster)?

Not as a daily driver, though I drove it more than most Viper owners. In 5 yrs I put 43,000 amazing miles on it.

Mt Tam I am · 10-28-2010, 11:03 AM

How different is the ZR1 vs C6 Z06?

Lug · 10-28-2010, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

How different is the ZR1 vs C6 Z06?

I've seen a lot of Z06's and thought they were cool, but I just saw my first ZR1 up close and I got sprung. In other words, if you have a ZR1, you won't need any viagra.

Zsteve · 10-28-2010, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Lug

I've seen a lot of Z06's and thought they were cool, but I just saw my first ZR1 up close and I got sprung. In other words, if you have a ZR1, you won't need any viagra.

you wont need viagra but the wife wont get the pleasure from it as you will shoot your load while driving the car and she wont get it.

Lug · 10-29-2010, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

you wont need viagra but the wife wont get the pleasure from it as you will shoot your load while driving the car and she wont get it.

I often withhold my sexual favors from her when she pisses me off.

Unfortunately, she's never noticed.

wishihadnav · 10-28-2010, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

How different is the ZR1 vs C6 Z06?

very different.

frost · 05-12-2010, 10:20 PM

I've never regretted the decision, but the speed is WAY different. I made the change because I hit a certain point in my life where I was willing to sacrifice a little speed for better quality.

Mike · 05-12-2010, 10:38 PM

I love both. I went from 350Z to C6 to 370Z. All the feelings I have for loving the 370 now, I had at the time I bought the vette new in 05. I had a custom widebody supercharged 05 C6. I track my cars, but the corvette just never really did it for me on the track. I loved the car, and had it for almost a whole year after I got the Z, but I finally decided to sell it because there was no reason to have two non-daily drivers and 4 cars between just my wife and me. Both are awesome cars, but I feel the Z is a little more challenging on the track than the C6 and I just like it better right now.

If you are on corvetteforum, you may be familiar with me as the powdercoater known as 'corvette pilot'

If you have had your Z06 for a while, I don't think you will be disappointed with a switch. Change is good.

The BlueMax · 05-12-2010, 11:13 PM

You put the 5.6 liter out of the Infiniti M56 and put it in the 370Z and you have the power, torque, and sound quality to match almost any vette.

noonespecial · 05-13-2010, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

I love both. I went from 350Z to C6 to 370Z. All the feelings I have for loving the 370 now, I had at the time I bought the vette new in 05. I had a custom widebody supercharged 05 C6. I track my cars, but the corvette just never really did it for me on the track. I loved the car, and had it for almost a whole year after I got the Z, but I finally decided to sell it because there was no reason to have two non-daily drivers and 4 cars between just my wife and me. Both are awesome cars, but I feel the Z is a little more challenging on the track than the C6 and I just like it better right now.

If you are on corvetteforum, you may be familiar with me as the powdercoater known as 'corvette pilot'

If you have had your Z06 for a while, I don't think you will be disappointed with a switch. Change is good.

Hi Mike,
I'm a member of CF & am familiar with your work....your reputation there speaks for itself.

I believe you & I were the only ones there with the OZ Superlegerra's....

Mike · 05-13-2010, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

Hi Mike,
I'm a member of CF & am familiar with your work....your reputation there speaks for itself.

I believe you & I were the only ones there with the OZ Superlegerra's....

Redzone!!!! Welcome! The 370 is definitely more fun in the twisties!

noonespecial · 05-14-2010, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike

Redzone!!!! Welcome! The 370 is definitely more fun in the twisties!

Thanks for the welcome Mike.

The dealership has a 370Z demo....not sure which style it is. Will there be a major difference between the base sport,touring? I know the Nismo is a tiny bit faster and somewhat stiffer.

I'm taking it to some of my favorite roads tomorrow on an extended test drive.I'm looking for the 370 to be a scalpel as opposed to the Z06's cleaver.

If all goes well,I'll pick up the new Nismo late tomorrow. It's at a sister dealership 125 miles away & they will bring it when I return with a big grin plastered on my face.

m4a1mustang · 05-14-2010, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

Thanks for the welcome Mike.

The dealership has a 370Z demo....not sure which style it is. Will there be a major difference between the base sport,touring? I know the Nismo is a tiny bit faster and somewhat stiffer.

I'm taking it to some of my favorite roads tomorrow on an extended test drive.I'm looking for the 370 to be a scalpel as opposed to the Z06's cleaver.

If all goes well,I'll pick up the new Nismo late tomorrow. It's at a sister dealership 125 miles away & they will bring it when I return with a big grin plastered on my face.

Stiffer, yes, but the NISMO is not really faster than the other models. Nothing measurable, anyways.

If you want some luxury, I'd stick get a Touring + Sport for the leather heated seats, bluetooth, etc.

Otherwise the NISMO is pretty sweet if you're into that, but it is a little bare bones on the interior.

fairladyZ34 · 05-13-2010, 12:14 AM

i test drove a new corvette and unless you get the suspension upgrade package it doesnt feel as good as the Z IMO

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Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2187	I love both. I went from 350Z to C6 to 370Z. All the feelings I have for loving the 370 now, I had at the time I bought the vette new in 05. I had a custom widebody supercharged 05 C6. I track my cars, but the corvette just never really did it for me on the track. I loved the car, and had it for almost a whole year after I got the Z, but I finally decided to sell it because there was no reason to have two non-daily drivers and 4 cars between just my wife and me. Both are awesome cars, but I feel the Z is a little more challenging on the track than the C6 and I just like it better right now. If you are on corvetteforum, you may be familiar with me as the powdercoater known as 'corvette pilot' If you have had your Z06 for a while, I don't think you will be disappointed with a switch. Change is good. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

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fairladyZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central NJ Posts: 1,577 Drives: 08 G37S Black M6 Rep Power: 19	i test drove a new corvette and unless you get the suspension upgrade package it doesnt feel as good as the Z IMO __________________ From Z to G to BMW and back to a G! Nismo for life

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The BlueMax Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisville Posts: 337 Drives: 09 370/97 T/A 01 ZRX Rep Power: 26	You put the 5.6 liter out of the Infiniti M56 and put it in the 370Z and you have the power, torque, and sound quality to match almost any vette.