Toilets

Currently, I have a 12 gs centennial edition. I now have an opportunity to get a 12 z06 with the z07 package. Although I hate the color (yellow) the car is ideal for me since I just started track events.

So, my question is, would you trade up now even though the c7 is around the corner or just wait and see what the c7 offers?

If history repeats it self then the base c7 would outperform the c6 zo6.

I'm a little torn on what to do as I know the value of a c6 (especially yellow) would drop considerably once the c7 is released

johnodrake

I wouldn't buy anything that I hate..... I would wind up, well, hating it!

Toilets

Hate was a bad word sorry. Let's say it's a very bold flashy color for me to get use to.

dvilin

I would wait to see what the C7 offers. Will be plenty of opportunites to buy a C6Z in the color you want if the C7 does not do it for you.

Voytek

I doubt a base c7 will out perform a Z.

johnodrake

Another thought - No 427 in 2014.

widgetsupply

You only live once. If you want it and can afford it, get it. I went from an 08 Coupe to an 09 Z and couldn't be happier.

Radioman

Keep the GS ZLC, it's very trackable if that's your priority.. but too good looking for track work..

OnPoint

Not a bad option there.

rayk

I wouldn't buy it just because of track events. If you want a Z06 because you want a Z06 and plan on keeping it, do it.

Most people can't drive a GS or Z06 to it's limits anyways without a lot of training.

Z06LUST

BINGO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How many driving school sessions have you taken...what level?

PS: when it comes to a C6 Z06, one color reigns supreme...Velocity Yellow. NO other color looks as good on a Z06.

Toilets

I wouldn't have either of them once the c7 comes out. Unless its a huge disappointment which I think is unlikely. Either one I will be trading in at some point.

I do agree with you in regards to taking the cars to the limits as it will be a good amount of seat time before I am able to if even at all. However, I had one track event so far and my pads are used up and my rotors will be as well after one more event. And from what I gather, the carbon brakes do not need to be replaced for a very long time. (unless I'm mistaken)

loflite

Yellow looks good, JSB looks better. I'm struggling with the same choice. Have an JSB '08 Z06 and would like to trade for a 427 convertible, but am not crazy about any of the colors right now. Thinking of staying with what I got because of it.

Also, I think that the base C7 will most likely outperform the current Z. Ford and Chrylser are charging way past 500 HP. And while a current Z will still beat these cars, GM can't let them win the HP wars over the corvette.

hawkgfr

nothing beats a z...

HolyRoller

If it's the one at City Chevy in Charlotte, ABSOLUTELY you should get it and remove the temptation from me! I didn't like yellow until I happened across a Rio Yellow Pearl S2000 CR in the showroom when I took my Formula Red S2000 in for an oil change one day. It grew on me, especially when I noticed that with the black roof, I had a car in Steelers colors. When I picked up a lady friend for a date, she said "I associate yellow with supercars." Hard to argue after that.

Last year I traded the CR for my current black C6 coupe and, especially since I live on a farm, boy do I miss the dirt-hiding talents of yellow. My next Vette will be VY for sure and I'm doing all I can to swing a 427 while there's still time. I'm a bit concerned that the C7 will be a looks letdown like IMO the C4 was.

KABAL182

I would wait until you really know what the c7 will be. I think in the looks department it will be disappointing. As far as power and performance, equal to the Z06 maybe on paper , not in real life.. Also the dealers will have even better discounts on the 2012 after july 1. Back when the c6 came out I wasn't wowed by the the now "base car" looks and or performance. I opted to by a leftover commemorative Z06. My c5 and other's Zo6 did outperform the base c6 all day long. Not until 06 z's came out did I even think of trading up. Was going to get a 2007 until GM jumped the price by 5k. I currently have a 2011 GS Vert and the 427 convertible is very temping but it will take a big hit as soon as the C7 comes out also. Im waiting to see what happens too, good luck to you.

QUAKEJAKE

I would keep the GS just for the fact that its a Centenial Edition and the Z is Yellow. Id see what the C7 has to offer,unless of course moneys no object.

blackvetterzo6

Your crazy to trade up know. Especially for a color you dont like. If im spending 60+k you better believe i like the color. And like you said, the C7 is right around the corner. Wait

peter pan

So if you die tomorrow you will not have had your Z get it now and all is good

arcticblast

Don't get a color you don't like.
But I'm trading a Centennial Z06 on a 60th 427 Vert. Not neccessarily a trade up, but as much as I love my Z06, I'm struck by the looks of the 60th 427 Vert. Best looking Vette I've seen, plus the 427? Can't wait.