Used Z06 vs New Z. Pros/Cons?

birdmanx1

May I ask why are you getting rid of your cool Z06 so soon boss?

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ImportConvert

I am moving, I want a smaller amount of cash outflow. Also, please read the post above this one about streetable power. I don't track it. I want a fun, nimble car that isn't necessarily built for the track all the way, as I won't be taking it there. A 370Z will save me roughly $350/mo on insurance and car-note combined. Very nice when contemplating a move and trying to save for a house/land. The Z06/Viper was my dream car in highschool, and I used it as the "carrot" to graduate and get a job. It served its purpose, was a totally awesome experience from ordering to watching them build it to slamming gears in the ZR1's at Spring Mountain Motorsports (included in purchase). I wouldn't trade the experience for the world.

But now, it is time to grow up and buy some land and build a house on it, and I realize after Spring Mountain that this car has so much more power than is ever prudent to apply on the street--since I don't track it, I'm wasting money IMO.

birdmanx1

sounds like you had it well thought, you'll miss the power difference for sure.

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ImportConvert

I will, but you can get used to anything. 505bhp feels slow when I drive my Z06 for a while, then when I drive my G20 for a while, 145bhp feels adequate. People are wonderfully adaptable. The 370Z still has decent power with great handling, looks, and a nicer interior than my Z06.

Besides, I have to change things up sooner or later, and there aren't many cars that weigh 3200# and have @450whp. Better accept/move on now, lol.

Supercars are too expensive of an addiction for me to get myself hooked before I hit 30. I think the 370Z will serve me well.