# GT500 or Z06

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**Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\
**Created:** [March 4, 2011, 4:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749 "2011-03-04T16:02:56Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 20\
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**Author:** ![16vCorvette](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/1/b487fb/32.png) [@16vCorvette](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/16vCorvette)\
**Post date:** [March 4, 2011, 10:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/21 "2011-03-04T22:55:05Z")

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C6 Z06. I want a LS7 bad!

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**Author:** ![Quattro\_Krant](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/ac91a4/32.png) [@Quattro\_Krant](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Quattro_Krant)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 3:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/22 "2011-03-05T03:16:25Z")

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> [@NYstanger](#):
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> Thats my problem with the z06 as well. To 95% of people its still just your average corvette that won’t get a second look because you see corvettes everywhere. Only 5% of people will truly respect what the car is. Its just a car that will not stand out like your 911.

That to me is the whole appeal of them. I don’t need something that draws attention from people, I’d rather fly under the radar.

> [@turbociv](#):
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> however i think the ford gt wuld be a far better comparison to GM’s flagship car.

Maybe if he was asking about the ZR1 Corvette, but comparing the Ford GT to the C6 Zo6 is a bit off.

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**Author:** ![LZ1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 3:27am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/23 "2011-03-05T03:27:49Z")

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> [@NYstanger](#):
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> Thats my problem with the z06 as well. To 95% of people its still just your average corvette that won’t get a second look because you see corvettes everywhere. Only 5% of people will truly respect what the car is. Its just a car that will not stand out like your 911.

Who cares?

Unless your trying to use the car to make up for your little dick?

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**Author:** ![ieatpaint](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ieatpaint/32/7311_2.png) [@ieatpaint](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ieatpaint)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 4:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/24 "2011-03-05T04:46:29Z")

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I think the gt500 looks more badass, but not having driven or even sat in or even been near, it sounds as though I’d enjoy the z06 to drive a little more.

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**Author:** ![JayS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jays/32/15375_2.png) [@JayS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JayS)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 5:05am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/25 "2011-03-05T05:05:40Z")

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No contest, Z06.

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**Author:** ![fairgentleman\_Z](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fairgentleman_z/32/7263_2.png) [@fairgentleman\_Z](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fairgentleman_Z)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 5:31am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/26 "2011-03-05T05:31:48Z")

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The price gap new vs. new (price as tested) is more than what I have perceived $43,000…

> **[2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R -...](http://www.motortrend.com/cars/chevrolet/corvette/2011/2011-chevrolet-corvette-2011-ford-shelby-gt500-2012-nissan-gtr-comparison/)**
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> If you can neither afford a six-figure supercar, nor care much about hitting 250 on the speedo, here are a handful of everyday exotics that don't command $100,000 entry fees. Read about the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 and the...

(obviously not the original question)

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**Author:** ![POOPRA](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/poopra/32/7188_2.png) [@POOPRA](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/POOPRA)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 6:19am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/27 "2011-03-05T06:19:04Z")

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Z06

Whos asking? Surely Mr Smith is not considering a domestic.

Ford GTs are not in the ballpark, prices are still around 150K for one with no issues.

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**Author:** ![NYstanger](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/6a8cbe/32.png) [@NYstanger](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NYstanger)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 6:36am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/28 "2011-03-05T06:36:21Z")

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> [@LZ](#):
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> Who cares?
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> Unless your trying to use the car to make up for your little dick?

Such a retarded comment. I didn’t even know people still say that.  
Why have a fast car? Are you trying to compensate yourself?  
Who gives a fuck if i rather be distinguished with a car few people see vs a fast straight line car.  
Worry about what you wanna build or buy and not about other dudes dick sizes.

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**Author:** ![LZ1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 6:40am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/29 "2011-03-05T06:40:22Z")

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uh jerk off the z06 isn’t even built to just be fast in a straight line :lol:

You’re only reasoning for picking either car was based on looks and other peoples perception…fucking lame.

I would rather pick a car with the best performance 🙂

But hey maybe chicks will dig you in the GT500 more so you should go that route

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**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 6:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/30 "2011-03-05T06:52:06Z")

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the only person considering a gt500 should be somebody who is collecting cars and wants a mustang in there somewhere. the C6 is obviously a better choice.

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**Author:** ![NYstanger](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/6a8cbe/32.png) [@NYstanger](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/NYstanger)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 6:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/31 "2011-03-05T06:55:54Z")

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the fast in a straight line was directed at you wiener licker.  
I always choose my cars with performance in mind above all. I even said I’d take the z06 over a gt500. If you even knew me you’d know Im looking to sell my cobra to maybe get into a c6 z06 next year.  
I was simply stating the fact I hate how gt500s get grouped into being just a mustang and z06s just corvettes. They are not distinguished like how a viper has no basic see everyday car.

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**Author:** ![08GT500](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/08gt500/32/5417_2.png) [@08GT500](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/08GT500)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 7:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/32 "2011-03-05T07:03:15Z")

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I’m sure everyone knows my vote. I can appreciate both but I prefer the styling of the Shelby. Plus, I see more Zs than GT500s cruising around.

The '07-'10 won’t hang with the Z or the base C6 in the twisties. With the revisions in the 2011 MY, the GT500 handles far better than previous years. That said, the Z is sure to best it still.

[_Motortrend comparison_](http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1104_2011_chevrolet_corvette_2011_ford_shelby_gt500_2012_nissan_gtr_comparison/index.html)

Just realized I missed the link to the MT comparo above…

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**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2011, 7:05am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/33 "2011-03-05T07:05:34Z")

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how have the early gt500s done with holding resale?

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**Author:** ![captain\_morgan1](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/captain_morgan1/32/5928_2.png) [@captain\_morgan1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/captain_morgan1)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 9:41am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/34 "2011-03-06T09:41:49Z")

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i voted z06 but would take a viper over both

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**Author:** ![misteroman](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/misteroman/32/7423_2.png) [@misteroman](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/misteroman)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 9:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/35 "2011-03-06T09:54:56Z")

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93% to 7% not sure I’ve ever seen such a lopsided poll before  
Z here!

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**Author:** ![Jon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@Jon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jon)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 11:30am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/36 "2011-03-06T11:30:05Z")

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Probably the z06,one with 70k miles on ebay has a buy it now of 35K.Thats like a half of sale,lol.

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**Author:** ![sobo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/sobo/32/5267_2.png) [@sobo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sobo)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 11:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/37 "2011-03-06T11:33:44Z")

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Is this really a question?

Mustangs are cool but not z06 cool.

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**Author:** ![Jack](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jack/32/7613_2.png) [@Jack](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jack)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 12:43pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/38 "2011-03-06T12:43:42Z")

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Depends on how many people you want in the back seat.

GT500 for actual practicality, and silly response to mods.

C6 Z06 if you don’t ever plan on bringing anyone other than the old lady on a drive…

Both cars will come with an AARP card.

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**Author:** ![MrSmith](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mrsmith/32/5254_2.png) [@MrSmith](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MrSmith)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/39 "2011-03-06T13:45:24Z")

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Car is not for me. A friend is shopping for a new car. Lots of Z06 love. :tup:

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**Author:** ![Quattro\_Krant](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/ac91a4/32.png) [@Quattro\_Krant](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Quattro_Krant)\
**Post date:** [March 6, 2011, 2:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt500-or-z06/209749/40 "2011-03-06T14:00:46Z")

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Does your friend not have an opinion of his own? Kind of fucking retarded that he is spending his money based on what some internet wankers think about a car.

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