Goodbye M3, hello C7
12-07-2013, 10:46 AM
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The base suspension is reported to be fairly soft compared to the Z51 or the Z51 w/ MRC and I would expect the performance difference would be meaningful.
The C7 would not just eat an M3 with the right driver, it would simply eat an M3
The M3 is an 8:10 car on the 'Ring and the C7 will likey be 7:30 to 7:40 (if you extrapolate based on track times vs. the 911S)... that is NOT even a little close 
Having said that the M3 is an amazing car and I miss mine. I might buy an M4 at some point for a daily driver with the C7 for weekends/track.
The C7 would not just eat an M3 with the right driver, it would simply eat an M3
The M3 is an 8:10 car on the 'Ring and the C7 will likey be 7:30 to 7:40 (if you extrapolate based on track times vs. the 911S)... that is NOT even a little close Having said that the M3 is an amazing car and I miss mine. I might buy an M4 at some point for a daily driver with the C7 for weekends/track.
If you want a great suspension upgrade that will maintain the comfortable drivability over the bumps yet be a huge upgrade over the stock suspension in the corners, check out the DRM custom valved Bilsteins. I swapped my 09 Z06 stock shocks for the DRM ones and it made a world of difference in every aspect. Probably one of the best upgrades I did to my Z06 besides the aesthetic stuff. While I am not sure if they have them yet for the C7, I'm sure it won't be long before they do. Best of all is that it's a very inexpensive upgrade with a huge return in my opinion. You can do a search here for DRM and you will find many happy campers!
12-07-2013, 10:01 PM
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I think over time, I'll acclimate to the softer setup once I know the softness doesn't mean less grip, just a different feeling going into a turn. I can aftermarket something later down the road anyways.
What really sucks is the 4 days of rain being forecasted. I guess she'll be in the garage except for when I get my clear bra put on.
Would like to tint the windows darker and power coat the wheels black....
12-07-2013, 10:53 PM
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White w/Red 2LT (Z51) is what I'm looking at. Seems like a really good color match.
12-07-2013, 10:58 PM
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Congrats on your new ride! I'm sure as time goes on and you become more comfortable in the car, you will find yourself appreciating it even more.
If you want a great suspension upgrade that will maintain the comfortable drivability over the bumps yet be a huge upgrade over the stock suspension in the corners, check out the DRM custom valved Bilsteins. I swapped my 09 Z06 stock shocks for the DRM ones and it made a world of difference in every aspect. Probably one of the best upgrades I did to my Z06 besides the aesthetic stuff. While I am not sure if they have them yet for the C7, I'm sure it won't be long before they do. Best of all is that it's a very inexpensive upgrade with a huge return in my opinion. You can do a search here for DRM and you will find many happy campers!
If you want a great suspension upgrade that will maintain the comfortable drivability over the bumps yet be a huge upgrade over the stock suspension in the corners, check out the DRM custom valved Bilsteins. I swapped my 09 Z06 stock shocks for the DRM ones and it made a world of difference in every aspect. Probably one of the best upgrades I did to my Z06 besides the aesthetic stuff. While I am not sure if they have them yet for the C7, I'm sure it won't be long before they do. Best of all is that it's a very inexpensive upgrade with a huge return in my opinion. You can do a search here for DRM and you will find many happy campers!
12-08-2013, 07:47 AM
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traded my 07 BMW "M" Roadster for an White 2LT C7, without a test drive. All expert reviews as well as the enthusiasts on this site convinced me I won't be disappointed.
The M was a point and shoot on the highway, 0-60 in 4,8, and stuck to the ground in the twisties.
Anxiously waiting for spring.
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The M was a point and shoot on the highway, 0-60 in 4,8, and stuck to the ground in the twisties.
Anxiously waiting for spring.
I
12-08-2013, 08:14 AM
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Made the same move back in 1998. Agreed.