2024 E-Ray 1,500 Miles later & WHY I still DON'T want a Z06!

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Brink of Speed

Brink of Speed

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@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
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@ajitnatt8323
@ajitnatt8323 4 ай бұрын
I got to have that z06 engine and sound all day long.
@howardchen3456
@howardchen3456 4 ай бұрын
The sound of the engine is one of the biggest selling points of my z06. It’s a big deal to not have that. Trivializing the loss of the engine sound would be like someone saying you may as well get a Tesla plaid and say it destroys an eray but you just lose the engine sound. A plaid destroys an eray up to its limited top speed. Traps at over 150mph and mid 9s repeatedly with the ability to haul the whole family. The experience is completely different. My perfect garage has a z06, plaid, and sienna platinum.
@kaylak1275
@kaylak1275 4 ай бұрын
Z is also quicker & better handling. Overall the more superior sports car but the eray is a great runner up.
@ratuldeoun7228
@ratuldeoun7228 4 ай бұрын
​@@kaylak1275E-Ray makes the extra power from an electric motor. The Z makes its power from twin turbos which is already better for most Corvette fans. 😅
@MrJrolon1975
@MrJrolon1975 4 ай бұрын
​@ratuldeoun7228 I'm assuming you mean the new ZR1 twin turbo correct? The ZO6 is naturally aspirated.
@dlang1009
@dlang1009 4 ай бұрын
Well said, I loved my Z06 just placed order for a 2025 Z. Have an E ray in my family, cool car but just doesn’t make the cut for me. To me the Z is a better car and I believe it will hold the value better down the road.
@ratuldeoun7228
@ratuldeoun7228 4 ай бұрын
@@MrJrolon1975 Yes, I am talking about the ZR1.
@dawndurbindds
@dawndurbindds 4 ай бұрын
Everyone has their likes and dislikes. My husband has a C8 Z06 and I have an Eray. He keeps a set of earplugs in his car for me. I cannot stand the sound of that engine drone. It drives me absolutely crazy. Having said that, his car will GET IT down the highway....but you know what? So will mine! They are 2 different cars for 2 different purposes. For me: Eray ALL. DAY. LONG! I absolutely L😍VE my car!!!!! You did a great review and I 💯 agree! I also enjoyed the drone footage. Super nice touch Mike. Enjoy!!!!!
@KRGruner
@KRGruner 4 ай бұрын
Yes, E-Ray definitely the one for me, to replace the Stingray some day. But honestly I love my Stingray HTC so much, I don't feel the push to upgrade all that much.
@matthurleyV12
@matthurleyV12 4 ай бұрын
I've owned two c8 zo6's (one non zo7 and one zo7) and now I own an Eray. The zo6 is a phenomenal car but I like my Eray more than the zo6. Eray power and instant TQ is amazing, the AWD is just AWESOME, the EV only modes are nice for leaving the neighborhood, the car as a whole is just a killer package for a c8. I put an AWE track exhaust on mine and the sound is awesome especially between shifts. If I want an exotic sound I just drive my straight piped Aventador which sounds better than any zo6 in the world.
@nrdemon1031
@nrdemon1031 4 ай бұрын
Great real world experience and feedback.
@GeebsinVA
@GeebsinVA 4 ай бұрын
I was actually wondering if you had replaced the z06 with that e ray. Do you have video with exhaust on the e ray?
@Flexwithken
@Flexwithken Ай бұрын
Now imagine of you supercharge the Eray
@Super8creations
@Super8creations 4 ай бұрын
Mike, great video .Thanks for sharing all your information on the ERay. You are 100% correct, the majority of people are still unaware of this car’s overall benefits and potential.
@JBsC6
@JBsC6 4 ай бұрын
Mikes got a baby so getting out early am without waking the child is a must have. The Eray with awd and hybrid acceleration and congrats on the new vette
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@JBsC6 Thank you sir. 😊💪
@dlasti
@dlasti 4 ай бұрын
The Z06 is a show-off car/track car. The E-Ray is a upgraded Grand Sport...an all-around/all season type of car.
@allencastell6538
@allencastell6538 4 ай бұрын
Texas has two seasons: hot and hotter. For my $ ZR1.
@mattabell3657
@mattabell3657 4 ай бұрын
The Z06 is a show-off car? I got mine because of that amazing engine and the wide body looks. The stingray didn’t interest me at all with the great but not special push-rod engine. This platform deserves the LT6.
@aaronvector4750
@aaronvector4750 4 ай бұрын
An Eray ISN'T an upgraded grand sport. It's a different beast completely.
@RepEvox
@RepEvox 4 ай бұрын
@@mattabell3657 you want to show off your not so special LT6 so yes, it is a show off car. pushrod V8 is better, and the supercharger kits coming out for the ERAY kind of negate any performance disadvantage. Z06 owners are just left with the sound of the Z06 at that point, but subjectively I think a low V8 grumble sounds better than the Z06.
@billytrujillo8661
@billytrujillo8661 4 ай бұрын
I agree the ERay is an amazing car! I can't get enough of driving mine! We need to get together and drive them. Not very many of us ERay owners around North Texas
@kaylak1275
@kaylak1275 4 ай бұрын
Z06 is the far superior sports car but Eray gets an honorable mention for holding it's own in inclement weather. Looking forward to the ZR1 & ZORA.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
Let me know if you are on the fence about an E-Ray and Z06. Maybe this video will help you choose.
@BugzyFrank
@BugzyFrank 4 ай бұрын
Zo6 will forever be above the eray
@Vetteman6363
@Vetteman6363 4 ай бұрын
Eray definitely it has the torque!
@michaeldodd9302
@michaeldodd9302 3 ай бұрын
After some idiot rear ended my 2022 Z51 HTC and totaled it, I spent about 4 months trying to decide between which model corvette to choose… Stingray, E-Ray, Z06. The first to drop off the list was the Stingray. The only thing I didn’t like about my Stingray was the lack of top end power. In fact I was all set to supercharge it before it was totaled. That left me with the E-Ray or the Z06. At one point I had decided to get the E-Ray, but I just couldn’t stop thinking about how special the Z06 is with that flat plane crank. Ultimately I changed my mind and went with the Z06. I knew there was a chance I may regret buying the E-Ray, but the thought of regretting buying the Z06 never crossed my mind. The Z06 is already a classic. The E-Ray is just the beginning of the new standard of high performance super cars with all wheel drive. Of course this is just my opinion. Don’t get me wrong, the E-Ray is the best and most usable sports car out there. Its value in this sector is unmatched. But I think the Z06 will ultimately retain its value better than the E-Ray. I’m taking delivery of my Z06 in mid October, pending any unforeseen delays.
@kalvin9861
@kalvin9861 Ай бұрын
It’s helping me, I live in Dallas and would love to meet up and check out your Eray in person!!
@kalvin9861
@kalvin9861 Ай бұрын
I currently have a C8 Stingray 3lt and want to mod it but then think if I got an Eray and eventually mod it that would end up being more worth it in the long run to mod an Eray vs Stingray.. but have been very apprehensive about the whole ev part of it all but think I’m coming around.
@kcaviator1
@kcaviator1 4 ай бұрын
I agree with the sentiment. I think the Eray is the superior vehicle for those of us looking for the best daily driving experience and road performance. Low end torque combined with all wheel drive? Hell yeah.
@petercarey5074
@petercarey5074 4 ай бұрын
I'm with you all the way Mike as to preferring the E-Ray over the ZO6! I've felt that way ever since the E-Ray was released. Save the Wave 🙋‍♂
@MichaelGalgoci
@MichaelGalgoci 4 ай бұрын
Mike, I now have 1000 miles on mine and I love it. It's far better than my C7 Z06 convertible I traded. No regrets for me. It's a rocketship
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@MichaelGalgoci Nice, and yes, it is a rocket ship! 🚀
@suttsd
@suttsd 4 ай бұрын
I have a c7 Z06 Manual as well and I want to buy a c8z but I'm scared that it won't feel as powerful as my c7
@Rob9mm
@Rob9mm 11 күн бұрын
@@suttsd Same. Have heard some say they get tired of having to be at 4K rpm as well
@dameonbrown2985
@dameonbrown2985 4 ай бұрын
People are dumb in the comments all that torque is way better the z06 is mainly for sound and if you wanna track. Do you know how many folks actually track like 5 percent 95 percent of you won’t track. My c7 z06 I love I would miss the torque going to the c8 z06..yes it screams but I won’t be tracking plus in town and highway the e ray is the way to go. I do believe the eray is overpriced but I would grab one if it’s 95-105k I think they will drop. Enjoy the car it’s beautiful regardless.
@virgilstar48
@virgilstar48 Ай бұрын
Great informative video.Do the brakes perform better?they look better and create less brake dust but do they stop better?
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed Ай бұрын
@@virgilstar48 Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Yes, they stop much quicker as well. 😊
@neo4102
@neo4102 3 ай бұрын
z06/eray widebody and duckbill rear spoiler fixed the fugliness of the standard C8 - this thing looks greattt
@Sandy-oy2lr
@Sandy-oy2lr 4 ай бұрын
One of the best points of the Z06? No AFM! I've known at least a couple of people with it where their camshafts were wiped out by 65K-75K miles. It's one big reason I don't want a Stingray. The other is I'm really spoiled by my Tremec TR6060 manual. It's a gem. To me, far more engaging than any automatic. Slower, yeah...but, that's fine with me. There's still nothing like rowing a shifter that's one of the best in the business. Just my 2¢....
@shatz72
@shatz72 4 ай бұрын
I just recently added an AWE touring exhaust to my eray….let’s just say I am very happy and added that extra deeper sound I was looking for. It also looks amazing from the rear now!!!❤❤❤
@blackonepac
@blackonepac 4 ай бұрын
Great looking car !! I would neva consider a E ray until i listened to your review and it actually doesn't sound bad at all now I'm on the fence thx alot
@artbaer3122
@artbaer3122 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for your honest review/comments on your Eray. I am on an Eray list, in fact, I turned down an allocation last week on a 2025 because I am still not sold on the Eray for me. Your comments are encouraging, but I am still on the fence if an Eray is worth the extra $$, especially on a day-to-day basis.
@user-pv3te4kp2c
@user-pv3te4kp2c 2 ай бұрын
does the AWD stay engaged through all the gears to the top speed?
@willelliott5052
@willelliott5052 Ай бұрын
What is the battery replacement cost over the life of the car? Will it depreciate more rapidly than the other two models?
@Sytyvette1
@Sytyvette1 21 күн бұрын
Good video! Dido everything you said about the Eray. I’m looking 👀 for one now! Lol!!
@stevencampos4456
@stevencampos4456 4 ай бұрын
Awesome video thanks for sharing I made up my mind the second time I heard the C8 Z06 it’s just not for me I never plan to take my next Corvette to the track I’ve owned 7 rear wheel drive sports cars over the past, I’m definitely going AWD the torque numbers are just to low on the Z06 I’m 57 years old & i never cared for the sound of a Crotch rocket/exotic or the sounds of a rice burner & to my ears the Z06 sounds like a mixture of all 3 exhausts combined, my C5 & 2018 ZL1 exhausts are perfect from the factory. The brake dust from the ZL1 & my 2023 Sierra AT4X are terrible so ceramic brakes will be welcomed plus I’m planning to wait till 2028 or whichever is the last model year production of the C8 to get my ERAY so no hurry
@Texas_Clay
@Texas_Clay 4 ай бұрын
Mike I had my name on both a list for the eray and the Z06. I decided to go with first available which turned out to be the Z06. I am glad i got the Z06 and I counter that I would not buy an Eray for these reasons 1 reliability of eray electric motor is unknown 2. I love the sound and feel of driving the Z06 3. I love the look of the Z06 Aero, which is not available on the eray 4. I don’t care for the awkward appearance of the radiator/ heat exchanger in the eray front. The one that cools the electric motor 5. The Z06 name tag “moniker” gets better street credit than Eray. Not to mention the associated logos that embellish the car 6. The four center exhaust of the Z06 is much better looking (IMHO) than the SR style exhaust 7 the Z06 does not have AFM. 8. I am no doubt bias, because I own a Z06. It would be natural for you too to have a bias. In the end, Happy for you and I am glad the Eray exists. It certainly appeals to a niche group of people. Cheers
@pherylihy58
@pherylihy58 20 күн бұрын
Having the radar shake like that would make me go insane :D Get it mirror tapped! It will be so much more incognito and neat.
@regpeeler5509
@regpeeler5509 4 ай бұрын
Are those stock wheels?
@kerry_glock
@kerry_glock 4 ай бұрын
Mike, the ZO6 IMO is missing it on Torque for me. So GREAT TO SEE 828 For ZR1! I like the Torque for the Eray! As to the Eray, I don’t know if I would like the Acceleration Sound all the time. Is there a way to disable it? As to the ZO6, I’m not going to track it if I get one.
@suttsd
@suttsd 4 ай бұрын
Im curious, why do you prefer the eray over the c7z?
@charliej.2716
@charliej.2716 4 ай бұрын
Car looks amazing. My local dealer stopped taking orders for the E Ray because their allocations were 4-5 years out.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@charliej.2716 Thank you. This doesn’t surprise me, they aren’t building enough of them.
@evangrimmett9327
@evangrimmett9327 4 ай бұрын
I was interested in both E-Ray and Z06, and was fortunate enough to get the Z06. But even having and loving the Z06, I still tell people that the E-Ray would probably be the better car for most people. The Z06 is an "event" car, as in it's an event every single time you drive it, which is fine for a weekend car or track car, but isn't as good if you want to use it more frequently. The Z06 is STIFF, and it is LOUD all the time. Even in it's softest/quietest setting (Tour), it's way louder and stiffer than either a Z51 Stingray or an E-Ray. I'm absolutely happy that I was able to get one, but I really do think for a street car, the E-Ray is probably the better option.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@evangrimmett9327 You are correct about everything you said. Thank you for your comment. 😊💪
@Amon.Roles23
@Amon.Roles23 4 ай бұрын
Totally agree with your assessment - I am lucky to be on a list for the car at some point and have experienced the Z51 at RF. Definitely the way to move this car to another level. Not sure how you manage +1000hp through rear wheels. But I am sure there are drivers out there who are masters of their Craft - not me unfortunately . Great upload btw
@edjenks60
@edjenks60 4 ай бұрын
Great video, you support what I've thought from the day the E-ray was announced, It's the best of the C8 line. My TPW is 8/5. I'm an SCCA road racer and I think when a real race car driver gets to put some laps down in and E-Ray it will outshine the Z06 on a trach too.
@justwingingit1
@justwingingit1 2 ай бұрын
I agree with you 100%!!! The E-Ray is just more user friendly and less tail happy as I’ve seen it do in multiple videos. The ZR1 although epic will be worse especially in the wet. Pro Charger has a kit for the E-Ray that doesn’t require the body to be lifted off for installation if 0-60 in 2.5 and 10.5 in the 1/4 mile isn’t quick enough for you. Corvette C8s new and used are becoming more plentiful so that should help the overall market/price gouging.I’m just weighing the option of buying a couple of cars like a Darkhorse manual and an Audi RS3 instead of one E-Ray. Some cars,especially manual equipped ones are becoming more scarce. I’d like to acquire some before they go the way of the Dodo bird…
@LICCG
@LICCG 4 ай бұрын
Mike I am blessed to have both a ‘23 Z06 and a ‘24 ERay and I agree 0:07 the ERay is an awesome car. I think you hit all the important differences between them. They are like my 2 boys I love them equally but have different personalities!
@zr1chris1
@zr1chris1 Ай бұрын
The ride should be almost exactly the same. My Z06 is silky smooth. It's actually one of the things I was surprised the most about coming from my C7 GS.
@johnglynn7795
@johnglynn7795 4 ай бұрын
Sawadee cap from Bangkok. Great lookin E Ray my friend! Enjoy your video and hope all is going well with your channel. Trying to get to CofC. Blue skies, Jg
@amill1563
@amill1563 4 ай бұрын
You might not be motivated to get a ZR-1 or Zora with this being so good. Plus hard to get, pricing, dealer markups (in most cases). I still think a youtuber that can get one will attract lots of attention. As I've said before, attention is currency.
@doughooks7411
@doughooks7411 4 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying your E, Mike. I look forward to driving one someday.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@doughooks7411 Thank you Doug, it is so much fun! 😊
@Super8creations
@Super8creations 4 ай бұрын
Mike, great video .Thanks for sharing all your information on the ERay. You are 100% the majority of people are still unaware of this car’s overall benefits and potential.
@Super8creations
@Super8creations 4 ай бұрын
Mike, great video .Thanks for sharing all your information on the ERay. You are 100% the majority of people are still unaware of this car’s overall benefits and potential.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@Super8creations No problem Joe. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 💪😊
@glenfoster9228
@glenfoster9228 4 ай бұрын
I currently have a 2023 stingray and I'm thinking one day I will upgrade. Now after seeing this video I'm torn which one the Z06 or Eray....hmmm.....thanks....lol
@alancall5113
@alancall5113 4 ай бұрын
More practical better fit love it.Thanks for keeping it real
@karltinson5327
@karltinson5327 4 ай бұрын
I smashed! I really missed that DFW scenery and roads
@jackjetpilot
@jackjetpilot 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Z06 for me. I'm in for the tracking.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@jackjetpilot You’re welcome. The Z06 is definitely worlds better at the track. 😊🏁
@horsepowerjunkie
@horsepowerjunkie 4 ай бұрын
Loving my Eray !! Never doubted my choice
@Sergeantcruz1216
@Sergeantcruz1216 4 ай бұрын
I would install a magneson supercharger on that e-ray and then you have a true super car. Plus change the exhaust. The one color option you choose looks awesome.
@BSnydr
@BSnydr 3 ай бұрын
Great point. I keep going back and forth
@CraigCatapano
@CraigCatapano 4 ай бұрын
Excellent video. No need to argue with Mike's choice. I read in the comments he has a young child, sorry, i dont jnow this chsnnel very well, but i feel it cones down to what suits his needs best I havent had a Corvette since my C6, but i feel either C8 seems fun to drive I dont have $100k+ for a fun car. Just enjoy what you have. Thank you Mike. I live in Austin, glad you live in Texas
@TimeisReel
@TimeisReel 4 ай бұрын
That is a tough one. AWD vs. Screaming V8. It would depend on Price and Options...
@SuperWealthyrich
@SuperWealthyrich 4 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Im getting a ERAY next year ! 👍👍👍🚀🚀🚀
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@SuperWealthyrich Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it! 😊
@Clang_n_Bang
@Clang_n_Bang 4 ай бұрын
“This video isn’t about putting down the Z06” Proceeds to spend most of the video putting down the Z06 lmao
@adamrich33
@adamrich33 4 ай бұрын
My thoughts exactly. Sounds like excuses for being poor and not buying the zo6 😂
@billb.8389
@billb.8389 4 ай бұрын
Not sure about the poor comment. They are both the same price.
@mattabell3657
@mattabell3657 4 ай бұрын
I was never interested in Corvettes as a kid. I wanted a Viper. I have a Viper now and I like it just fine but that Z06 engine got my attention. I waited 2 years to get one at MSRP and I love it! It’s the most exciting car I’ve owned. I traded a 992 Carrera S for the Z06 and have no regrets. Now the problem is, my dealer that sold the Z06 at sticker contacted me saying they have an E-Ray coming and wanted to know if I was interested. I was until the said it would be $50k over sticker…what is wrong with people?
@Mwkrauss1
@Mwkrauss1 4 ай бұрын
There are more than two visual differences between the Z06 and E-ray. In addition to what you mentioned, the front fascia is different and the intake on the side is painted body color on the E-ray.
@jonwheelis2037
@jonwheelis2037 4 ай бұрын
I like my E-Ray (321) also. Nice Vlog as usual!!!
@jeffgoward8840
@jeffgoward8840 4 ай бұрын
I like the E-Ray! Great option and review, will you be attending Carlisle?
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@jeffgoward8840 Thank you. I sure will.
@joelpierce3940
@joelpierce3940 4 ай бұрын
I think you have more seat of the pants torque to 5K rpm with an ERay, and how many drive the ZO6 at over 5K rpm around the city or just cruising. If I want a race car I can have my C7 Z gone over by G-Speed.
@gcash2074
@gcash2074 4 ай бұрын
You need the ZR1. A Whole Nother Level.
@theguy1224
@theguy1224 4 ай бұрын
Both insane cars but both are used for different purposes. The z06's strong points is the engine, the sound, and the visceral feel. The ERAY is the AWD, aftermarket support and 0-60 times. If you can have both, that's the way to go. If you can only have 1, idk i will always choose the z06. Idk why but the C8 in general, is a boat. It's huge, wide, and feels big. When you're in a z06, it doesn't feel like that. When you're in an ERAY, yes i've been in one, just never lived with it, just feels like you're in a boat with a V8 lol. I guess i'm biased. Because i bought the z06. I just like to drive. I don't want to cruise.
@jerryreed9163
@jerryreed9163 4 ай бұрын
I personally will never own an electric vehicle, but absolutely respect the people who choose this option. I would love to know what these brand, style and size of the wheels you have on the Eray though please and ty
@mikedelape6609
@mikedelape6609 3 ай бұрын
this is not an electric car lol its a 6.2 liter V8 its only hybrid assist for more power its not an electric car
@jerryreed9163
@jerryreed9163 3 ай бұрын
@mikedelape6609 So you're saying the hybrid motormotors aren't electric?
@norwegianblue2017
@norwegianblue2017 4 ай бұрын
E Ray is for daily driver (especially in bad weather) and drag strip. Z06 is for the track and the sound of that engine!
@danieldecker4597
@danieldecker4597 4 ай бұрын
Can you get that electric motor up front in the Z06?
@CraigCatapano
@CraigCatapano 4 ай бұрын
Not yet, wait for the Zora
@joemessman1
@joemessman1 4 ай бұрын
I have never heard so many mean, hateful people in all my life! All just because he prefers something they don't. What a world we live in.
@Tmrolln
@Tmrolln 4 ай бұрын
Appreciate it again ❤❤❤
@envywhyenvy
@envywhyenvy 4 ай бұрын
You know I'm not a track guy and my build is generally 2LZ but I cannot decide which is my next Corvette. E-ray or Z06, love the sound but the AWD and carbon ceramic brakes on the E-ray more than make up for that. So I will leave it to destiny, because I have spots for allocations at a few dealerships. So which ever comes up first in my complete spec without constraints - 2LZ, Sebring Orange will decide whether my next Corvette is a Z06 or E-ray.
@Konor785hi
@Konor785hi 4 ай бұрын
They’re both gorgeous and amazing cars but the zo6 is for me but I wouldn’t mind either cars
@robertbass974
@robertbass974 4 ай бұрын
I have a C7 Z06 that I drive in all kinds of weather with all season tires. Love the car, but I never get to use all of the horsepower,plus the ride gets a little tiring on rough highways. MY wife and I drove to the Corvette museum from Texas, and the ride was a little tiring after nearly 1000 miles. I'll buy an Eray next vette!
@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921
@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921 4 ай бұрын
So this car suits 99.5% of ALL Corvette drivers out there? I will still say this is one of the best GT cars in the world today bar none.
@edjenks60
@edjenks60 4 ай бұрын
FYI at the C&D 2024 lighting run the E-Ray did 2:45.9 vs Z06's 2:38.6. yep, 7 seconds. I think that will be closer with a experienced road racer driving and once they figure out how to maximize the EV boost. Like how the F1 drivers use there. Also I think the Super Charger button isn't in the best place. Why isn't it on the steering wheel. Where the Wheel heater is. Who has ever used the "Phone Mute" button. When I get mine brokes in I will but a couple of the fastest SCCA drivers I know to see what it can do.
@clnance
@clnance 4 ай бұрын
The Z06 was on Sport Cup 2s, the Eray was not. That probably accounts for at least 3 seconds. VIR also has long straightaways.......130-150 acceleration is not the Erays strong suite. track with shorter straightaways and equal tires will be a close race
@brianhmonks
@brianhmonks 4 ай бұрын
If I didn’t know any better, I think you really wanted a Z06 but couldn’t get one so you settled for a ERay. There is no comparison between an ERay and a Z06. The Z06 is measurably a better race car. The provenance of a Z06 will long outlast that of an ERay. A Z06 will absolutely maintain its value over an ERay. The sound of a Z06 and its track capability is game over.
@clnance
@clnance 4 ай бұрын
Z06 is a mass produced car......it will depreciate just ike a C7 Z06. Your argument makes not sense....A Z06 would have been easier to come by than a Eray (only 700 produced in 2024 vs over 7000 Z06s). Z06 makes far less HP and torque until 5k RPMs. Eray makes far more torque across the range. Outside of the racetrack, where they cars will be driven 99.9 percent of the time the Eray will be quicker and more exciting to drive. If your tracking your car all the time, get the Z06
@brianhmonks
@brianhmonks 4 ай бұрын
@@clnance they didn’t make nearly 7,000 Z06’s. If you want amazing acceleration get a Tesla Plaid. Blazing acceleration. The desire and collectibility of an ERay will never approach the 670 HP aspirated flat crank engine of a Z06!
@mikeadams1287
@mikeadams1287 11 күн бұрын
I really like how you can drive a sports car in stealth mode
@calebc8
@calebc8 4 ай бұрын
Great car. Drone footage is very nice.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
Thank you Caleb! 😊
@nikkotan2840
@nikkotan2840 4 ай бұрын
TBH, this is not a comparison really, the C8 E-Ray is actually made for the roads that don't bother our neighbors when ur going out and has excellent mileage. On the other hand, the C8 Z06 is a pure road-legal track car for road junkiess or very fun people to flex some muscles.
@Oddduck39
@Oddduck39 4 ай бұрын
I think you should have drove a Ferrari 458 and listened to the soundtrack of that flat plane crank that's in the Z06, this might have changed your mind😮.
@garybyrne2605
@garybyrne2605 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, very good info.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@garybyrne2605 You’re welcome 😊
@amill1563
@amill1563 4 ай бұрын
Seems like GM is reluctant to make the Z06 and E-Ray. Are they hoping people will settle for a Stingray? I'm sure they are aware of the power of influencers to create attention and brand presence.
@BrinkofSpeed
@BrinkofSpeed 4 ай бұрын
@@amill1563 Yeah, it’s way worse with the E-Ray than Z06 though. They’ve only built 795 Erays in 7 months. 🤦‍♂️
@holdooo
@holdooo 4 ай бұрын
@@BrinkofSpeed my guess is specific parts for the E-Ray are hard to supply currently
@clnance
@clnance 4 ай бұрын
They have made over 7,000 Z06s in 2024. It was tight last year, but the flood gates are open now
@BulletSpoung
@BulletSpoung 4 ай бұрын
I think people skip over the E-Ray because they know that years from now all E-Rays will be sitting around with dead or no battery's in them and they will just have a normal Stingray. For me, it would be the resale value, they might bring good money now, but not after they have set in some ones garage for ten years. I would never buy a used EV no matter how cool it looks.
@clnance
@clnance 4 ай бұрын
You do know if has a V8 right? The battery is very small.....currently 3k or less to replace and only getting cheaper. Cheaper to replace than the carbon ceramic brakes!
@thegooddoctor6719
@thegooddoctor6719 4 ай бұрын
Smashed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@mikekorn6968
@mikekorn6968 Ай бұрын
I like my round steering wheel on my 2008 C6 Z06. I'm keeping my paid for car!
@DavidJCarrell
@DavidJCarrell 4 ай бұрын
Interesting car, but that Z06 engine is a gem.
@bossanova7462
@bossanova7462 4 ай бұрын
I think if you want a C8 the best model would be a 2020 or newer low mileage Stingray. You can get them now in the 60k range and plenty of power to use as a daily driver. All these C8 models are going to depreciate so fast that if you can wait you are going to save thousands of dollars.
@InvestBetter.
@InvestBetter. 17 күн бұрын
I have a C7 Z06, and am not really interested in either, because mine has the 7-speed manual If I were to move to a C8, I'd probably go E-Ray. It just has more value and is the most unique Vette ever The main reason to go Z06 is the unique sound and fury of the engine, but the E-Ray's standard engine sounds good, too. It's not like the E-Ray sounds bad and the Z06 sounds good. That is not the case
@kevin-qc7zv
@kevin-qc7zv 3 ай бұрын
A z06 twin turbo motor swap would be insane
@JerryCecco
@JerryCecco 16 күн бұрын
NEXT we need a on track comparison @ MSR Cresson
@PSYCHOBABAYAGA
@PSYCHOBABAYAGA 4 ай бұрын
I believe this is the only one you'll ever hear say eray over z06. Z06 all day💯
@JohnQ-i4t
@JohnQ-i4t 4 ай бұрын
People are comparing same type of body car with 2 different meanings of purpose
@johnsonmotorsports731
@johnsonmotorsports731 3 ай бұрын
congratulations!!!
@InvestBetter.
@InvestBetter. 17 күн бұрын
Reasons to go E-Ray over Z06 1. Lower price 2. Stealth mode 3. AWD 4. Quickest Vette 0-60 (2.4) 5. Much better fuel economy
@thomasangelo4219
@thomasangelo4219 4 ай бұрын
There is no comparisons in both cars the 06 is a true hyperformance that car isn't for everyone it's getting power from 2 different places
@CarolinaChefSCMS
@CarolinaChefSCMS 4 ай бұрын
Great video!
@MS-1994
@MS-1994 4 ай бұрын
Hybridize the Z06 or ZR1 and have the best of all worlds!
@MotoJB
@MotoJB Ай бұрын
Really hard decision...and may I congratulate Chevy for making such a hard decision by having such amazing choices? I want the Z for the exotic sound and my guess is likely a better longer term resale value. I want the Z for the better overall performance at the occasional track day (but fairly unlikely for me). The stock wheels are so much better on the Z as well. I want the eray for the insane torque, better overall street/highway driving speed/comfort, and carbon ceramic brakes coming STANDARD. Lastly, I like the pricing on the eray better -- currently in the GM configurator, the eray is $20k less. Is the eray a better street car? My gut says yes. WIth that said, is the Z a more exciting and visceral overall experience? My gut says yes. Also, will the Z hold it's value better in the long run? Will that $20k in savings get eaten up with higher depreciation on the eray? My gut also tells me yes...and that the Z will be the more sought after car over the years, with that NA flat plane crank masterpiece. TOUGH DECISION!
@phillyphil1513
@phillyphil1513 4 ай бұрын
no E-Rays or EV's of any kind allowed at my local track (NJMP) due to the fire hazard and the related Insurance problem. this leaves the Z06's and Z51's by default.
@michaelzero5144
@michaelzero5144 3 ай бұрын
That cord from the radar detector would drive me bonkers. Can’t that be hot wired?
@FernandoVillasenor-j4b
@FernandoVillasenor-j4b 4 ай бұрын
Z06 all day!
@twoweeledsoto6072
@twoweeledsoto6072 3 ай бұрын
The Z06 sound means nothing to me. I actually prefer 6.2 sound but figure the 5.5 can/would grow on me. I did want the wide body, that was important. I have a C7 GS. But resale is important to me.
@hasses2392
@hasses2392 4 ай бұрын
Nice ❤
@tgenesis8784
@tgenesis8784 4 ай бұрын
I see folks saying I can't go without the Z06 engine noise. Lets be real your not using that power everyday most of the time it will be parked! I would take the ERay real quick a very nice GT car and the whole body is painted super nasty!
@supranova730
@supranova730 3 ай бұрын
The E-Ray is the more practical sports car, but to say it's better than the Zo6 is false. The Zo6 sounds better and handles better. It is the better sports car...period. Anyone worried about putting the power down in the Z06 can't drive and should go for the all-wheel drive E-Ray. My rear wheel drive Supra makes more HP to the wheels than the Zo6 makes to the crank, and I don't have any problems putting the power down, and I am NOT running slicks. I even take traction control off when my tires have properly heated up. If you are afraid of the Z06 power, you are an inexperienced driver and should go for the E-Ray, especially if you want better MPGs. Now, I would go for the Zora over the ZR1 because putting the power down at triple digits is real, but not for the Z06.
@Blackpanther_risen
@Blackpanther_risen 15 күн бұрын
Looks wise, the E is better than the Z06
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