Went to a chevy dealership today...

kannibul · 05-27-2010, 11:06 PM

And I drove a 2010 Camaro 2SS.

Then I drove a Corvette 1LT.

Corvette = win.

I'm SERIOUSLY thinking of trading in my Z (only way I could do it) - am I nuts?

I know many of you here traded a Vette in for a Z and do not regret the purchase....why? This car (to me) outclasses the Z in performance and has style to boot. The Camaro...just seemed pretty average. Big engine, not a lot of personality. I liked the exhaust bubbling on decel though...lol

One thing though, seems there's a really STRONG dealership for corvettes somewhere - I don't remember where it was mentioned but for internet-based sales, it was mentioned that the prices can't be beat.

The other thing is that this dealership said they are selling at MSRP. $3K cashback, which about 2/3rd is being used to make up the difference between what I owe, and what they can give me for the Z.

Thoughts/advice?

fairladyZ34 · 05-27-2010, 11:10 PM

corvette grand sport ftw

mrcardio · 05-27-2010, 11:19 PM

A lot of Z owners came from C6 vettes or older model vettes? I couldn't imagine taking a downgrade like that unless I was struggling financially. I would be happy with even the base C6 corvette; it still blows the doors off the Z. Not saying the Z is a bad car or anything though. I wonder what insurance is like however...

HKYStormFront · 05-27-2010, 11:24 PM

<3 c6 vettes... z06's are especially fun to drive........... with traction control off

kannibul · 05-27-2010, 11:38 PM

Yeah, I'll be checking on that tomorrow.

I checked on the Camaro, and oddly, it's $77 cheaper than the Z / 6 mo.

I'm also looing over the "deal" they are giving me...I'm not quite sure it's a good one.

They are giving me a trade allowance of $31750 for the z. (Black on Black Sport/Touring 7AT, 3300 miles, Fast Intentions cat-back, Stillen G3, 20% tint...9.95 condition). The Cash price on a bare essentials C6 @ $49880 (which is MSRP + delivery).

$289 processing, $10 Filing Fee, differences on owe/trade in = $49255.00.

Given my fuzzy math, I should tell them "give it to me and take my Z, for $45K" - and it be about right given Edmunds pricing...

Thoughts?

AK370Z · 05-27-2010, 11:45 PM

It's your call. I don't think I'd trade my Z in for a base camaro SS but for a C6 (Z51), yes I would. I live two blocks from WORLD'S Largest Corvette dealer. At any given time, there are at least 50-100 corvettes on the lot. I drive by them 8 times a day. I must say, Z06s are very tempting.

I drove F-body Camaros for a long time. It's all fun when new, then things start rattling, parts start going bad etc. Heck, I was afraid to push my Camaro because every time I did, I broke something

. Something went wrong or a rattle started etc. This is just my

. Go for a 'vette

FuszNissan · 05-27-2010, 11:48 PM

Get TT's for Z

kannibul · 05-27-2010, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Get TT's for Z

Not with a 7AT

Sibze · 05-27-2010, 11:51 PM

Sure you can!

FuszNissan · 05-27-2010, 11:51 PM

wishihadnav · 05-28-2010, 12:01 AM

Id keep the Z over a base C6...the grand sport id consider..the Z06 id trade it in.

kannibul · 05-28-2010, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sibze

Sure you can!

Not if I intend to drive it anywhere after having an afternoon of fun with it.

I don't like automatics anyway. I got this because I thought I could adapt, and end up liking it, and not get myself in trouble...

I found out I can still get myself in trouble, and that it's more of an annoyance than massaging a clutch in traffic.

KillerBee370 · 05-28-2010, 12:03 AM

A true Z fanatic? Are you going through a mid-life crisis?

kannibul · 05-28-2010, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KillerBee370

A true Z fanatic? Are you going through a mid-life crisis?

It's a default "title" - I never changed it. I think it's due to my post count.

The answer to your other question is yes...I think...at least...I hope.

KillerBee370 · 05-28-2010, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kannibul

It's a default "title" - I never changed it. I think it's due to my post count.

Oh yeah... I see now. WTH man.... there's your problem right there! Become a super special member like me, hang out with other super special members in the super special member section and

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05-27-2010, 11:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
kannibul A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Jenks, OK Posts: 2,281 Drives: 370z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 266	Went to a chevy dealership today... And I drove a 2010 Camaro 2SS. Then I drove a Corvette 1LT. Corvette = win. I'm SERIOUSLY thinking of trading in my Z (only way I could do it) - am I nuts? I know many of you here traded a Vette in for a Z and do not regret the purchase....why? This car (to me) outclasses the Z in performance and has style to boot. The Camaro...just seemed pretty average. Big engine, not a lot of personality. I liked the exhaust bubbling on decel though...lol One thing though, seems there's a really STRONG dealership for corvettes somewhere - I don't remember where it was mentioned but for internet-based sales, it was mentioned that the prices can't be beat. The other thing is that this dealership said they are selling at MSRP. $3K cashback, which about 2/3rd is being used to make up the difference between what I owe, and what they can give me for the Z. Thoughts/advice?

05-27-2010, 11:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
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05-27-2010, 11:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
kannibul A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Jenks, OK Posts: 2,281 Drives: 370z Touring/Sport Rep Power: 266	Yeah, I'll be checking on that tomorrow. I checked on the Camaro, and oddly, it's $77 cheaper than the Z / 6 mo. I'm also looing over the "deal" they are giving me...I'm not quite sure it's a good one. They are giving me a trade allowance of $31750 for the z. (Black on Black Sport/Touring 7AT, 3300 miles, Fast Intentions cat-back, Stillen G3, 20% tint...9.95 condition). The Cash price on a bare essentials C6 @ $49880 (which is MSRP + delivery). $289 processing, $10 Filing Fee, differences on owe/trade in = $49255.00. Given my fuzzy math, I should tell them "give it to me and take my Z, for $45K" - and it be about right given Edmunds pricing... Thoughts? Last edited by kannibul; 05-27-2010 at 11:47 PM.

05-27-2010, 11:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	It's your call. I don't think I'd trade my Z in for a base camaro SS but for a C6 (Z51), yes I would. I live two blocks from WORLD'S Largest Corvette dealer. At any given time, there are at least 50-100 corvettes on the lot. I drive by them 8 times a day. I must say, Z06s are very tempting. I drove F-body Camaros for a long time. It's all fun when new, then things start rattling, parts start going bad etc. Heck, I was afraid to push my Camaro because every time I did, I broke something . Something went wrong or a rattle started etc. This is just my . Go for a 'vette __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

05-27-2010, 11:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
mrcardio Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Central Florida Posts: 219 Drives: 08 MS3 Rep Power: 14	A lot of Z owners came from C6 vettes or older model vettes? I couldn't imagine taking a downgrade like that unless I was struggling financially. I would be happy with even the base C6 corvette; it still blows the doors off the Z. Not saying the Z is a bad car or anything though. I wonder what insurance is like however...

05-27-2010, 11:48 PM	#7 (permalink)
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05-27-2010, 11:51 PM	#9 (permalink)
Sibze A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 16,202 Drives: In your way Rep Power: 62	Sure you can!

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05-28-2010, 12:01 AM	#11 (permalink)
wishihadnav A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 90090 Posts: 1,851 Drives: Force Fed Nismo Rep Power: 183	Id keep the Z over a base C6...the grand sport id consider..the Z06 id trade it in.

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KillerBee370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: So Cal baby! Age: 51 Posts: 5,964 Drives: with passion Rep Power: 321	A true Z fanatic? Are you going through a mid-life crisis?

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