scarface9

So I've been offered a good deal for my '07 A6 C6 with 34k on the clock and I'm thinking to sell it. It currently got a full Z06 exhaust, VR CAI and a tune. The car has been a great dialy driver with no major issue except changing the crank pulley and fuel pump all fixed under the extended warranty.

I really don't have to sell the car but at the same time I can't pass this deal. If I ever decide to sell my vette then my next dialy driver will surely be a vette again. I'm thinkng to upgrade to a A6 LS3 or jump to a 2007+ Z06. What do you guys recommend and how do you rate the Z06 as a dialy driver?

Help me make up my mind...

corvet786c

I really depends on what you want to do with the Zo6 or LS3. Are you goin to mod those as well or keep it as stock. If you just have $$$ laying around and really dont need it then I say go for it. But if you are on a budget and $$$ is tight I say keep the 2007. JMO

gene0809

do it now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

C6LS3

Yes upgrade! I did! 2010 Camaro to 2011 Corvete coupe. I wish I could have the z06 but that's outta my budget.

boraxman

Keep and supercharge.

JJC5

I went from a '07 vert w/ Z51 and manual trans with 17K miles to a pristine '06 Z with 2,600 miles last August although it's not a daily driver. The Z is a totally different car and I say that without discrediting the LS2 vert. I should have done that to begin with but that's just me. If you want more performance without just adding horsepower, get the Z. You will not regret it.

Larry/car

If your current car is performing good I would keep it, the next generation (C7) is just around the corner. Remember a strong LS2 engine has about the same HP as a weak LS3.

calmtgguy

You have two things going on here. First, how much are you being offered for your 2007? If it's a GREAT offer you should take it fast, no matter what you plan to buy to replace the '07 with. Second, why would you be talking about buying a A6 2008 or newer LS3 Vette, and at the same time be talking about a MANUAL Z06.

If your thinking about a Z06 you should be in the market for a '08 or newer manual, LS3 Vette too, because if you want a A6, you for sure don't want a Z06. One more thing, if you're thinking about a used Z06, think 2008 or newer, not '07.

calmtgguy

The LS3 has 30 hp over a LS2 right out of the crate, and after that, mod for mod, the LS3 will produce higher gains than the LS2 also.

KneeDragr

It doesent really make sense to upgrade to a LS3 IMO, unless you absolutely have to have an auto or a removable top. Even then, the GS package would be nicer, but you are going to get raped on the difference, so I wouldent do it.

Alaskanpilot

scarface, have you driven a C6Z before? I would think, if you can get experience with one (if you haven't already) then you can get a better feel for the pros and cons in regards to switching to a Z. Now personally, the ONLY C6's I've ever driven have been Z's so I cannot make comparisons to LS2 or LS3 Vettes. But before I got my C6Z, I had a C5Z. I know that before I made the switch, I talked my buddy who already had a C6Z, into letting me put about 50 miles on his to get a good feel for the differences. It really helped to clarify my choice and was a huge help.

laconiajack

The Z06 is in its element on the track and is not the best choice for a daily driver unless you just got to be seen driving a Z06 in spite of its rough and skitish ride. The G/S is for those that like to look similiar to a Z06 but want an auto, convert or see through/removable top, or like to autocross. Either will cost you in terms of initial cost, tire and fuel consumption. With NPP the LS3 gets you 9% more horsepower, and slightly improved shifting and steering. F55 adjustible magnetic suspension like on the ZR1 is now optional across the board and improves the ride and handling of any model, and on the high value base model Vette gives larger, cross-drilled brakes. Your choice, but you've already got a nice car if you like an A6.

Silver05GTO

Sounds like you like the car, imo unless your lusting for a Z06, keep what you have. As someone stated the C7 is getting close and it might be worth waiting to see what it offers.

As far as a DD, it'll behave the same way your current car does...not sure if you have the Z51 option but if your not used to the ride of the optional suspension vettes, it will be a noticeable jump in harshness compared to a non-Z51 car. IMO thats where the difference will be most noticeable in daily driving between your current 07 and a Z06.

I'm sure you know all the other good stuff about what the Z06 brings to the table in performance, it's a serious step up from an LS2 and a blast to drive. I went from a 2007 Z51 to a 2006 Z06 and no regrets, this is the last C6 I desire.....only the C7 might get me to consider another vette.

FloydSummerOf68

I would not upgrade to an LS3...waste of money.

I WOULD upgrade to an LS7

A modded LS2 and a modded LS3 will run very similar times. The LS3 isn't much quicker.

JoesC5

I know some will disagree with me, but a stock Z06 is all you need for the street. GM did a great job with the LS7. Traction below 80 MPH in first and second gear is a problem with the Z06, so why add more. With a LS3, you have to do engine MODS to get to the level of the Z06, and even more horsepower to offset the lower weight of the Z06. Those MODS do lower the reliability of the LS3.

I idle at 600 RPM, smooth and quiet, and cruise on the Interstate getting 30 MPG. But on the Talladega Super Speedway I can hit 150 MPH in a blink of the eye(can easily go faster, but would run over the car in front of me).

I have a stock 09 Z06 with the only mod being a Vette-Air scoop and a home made diffuser to get cold air to the stock air breather and filter.

My Z06 has a ride comparable to the base suspension 1998 C5 I owned (unless you are off roading). I've driven 570 miles at one setting in my Z06 with no problems(and I'm pushing 69 years old).

From my post I think you can see that I say to go with the Z06.

PS- a couple of days ago I see a red C6 Z06 coming up on my left on a city street, plenty of stop and go traffic. When the Z gets next to me I look over and get ready to wave, when I see the driver is a good looking lady in her late twenties/early thirties. She had a shirt on, so I couldn't see if she had hair on her chest.

KenHorse

Bottom line:

You can upgrade your '07 to well over Z06 specs for a LOT less money than buying a new one.

Suspension, power, new wheels & tires, widebooty - you can do it all easily for under $15K

FloydSummerOf68

Agreed...unless you pay for all of the labor, then it'll shoot that cost up a LOT.

FrankTank

New yes, but if you buy a used Z, the 07's and 06's are going for low 40's

Labor for all that would be $$$$$$$

To the OP, I use my Z as a daily driver during non-winter months and I love it. The susenpsion is a bit stiffer than a base C6, but tires also play a huge role. I got rid of the run-craps and that made the ride 10 times better. To me, it is a very comfortable daily driver. I actually drove mine 800 miles (the day I went to pick it up) and it was a great ride.

Larry/car

Rated power doesn't mean actual power. I have seen engines that never make rated power, on the other hand many make more. You could have a LS2 that makes 410 HP actual power on the dynamo, an LS3 making only 420 HP. Now your only talking 10 HP difference.

JoesC5

Look at the other side of the coin. The LS2 could make 390 horses and the LS3 could make 440 horses. That's a 50 horse difference, looking at it the way you are. Not every LS2 would read high and every LS3 would read low.

The LS3 has a larger bore and .2L increase in displacement over the LS2. That is good for around 14-15 horses. Add in the higher flowing heads on the LS3 with 2.2" intake valves vs the LS2's 2.16"(9% larger). Than add in a cam that has a 5% increase in intake lift(LS3-.551" vs LS2-.521") along with improved timing to take advantage of the increased lift. Then add the higher flowing intake manifold that the LS3 has over the LS2; now do you see why the LS3 has 430 HP vs the LS2's 400 HP.