650 hp Track Prepped C6 Z06 Corvette

This C6 Chevy Corvette has been fully built for track use including a full roll cage, built n/a LS7, coil overs on all 4 corners and massive carbon ceramic brakes and it is a joy to drive so sit back and enjoy the ride...
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[@AutotopiaLA]

Come join us LIVE on Revved Up every Monday at 5 pm (pst) with cool guests

[@andreking7138]

I prefer if all language was bleeped 🤬 out!

[@raidenborders5289]

john: *talking about the racing alignment* me: “smart dude” john: “c6 is the most beautiful corvette” me: “oh yeah this guy really knows his shit”

[@AutotopiaLA]

He knows his shit for sure. 50 plus years of racing

[@YOURpopsINthe305]

Tie with 7 BUT nothing, NOTHING, beats c6 3140# stock with 505hp. Best bang for buck on earth 👉💯

[@raidenborders5289]

@@YOURpopsINthe305C6 ZO6 Is my attainable dream car. As you said nothing compares to that 7 liter small block with a 6 speed in that gorgeous body.😮‍💨

[@YOURpopsINthe305]

@@raidenborders5289 hell yeah dude, n, IF people actually studied cars, they'd realize this. Hey: im GLAD they dont, more c6 for us to choose from. There is no doubt this car is a true porsche 911 gt3 killer, but that in itself is a monumental achievement.

[@YOURpopsINthe305]

@@raidenborders5289 hell yeah dude, n, IF people actually studied cars, they'd realize this. Hey: im GLAD they dont, more c6 for us to choose from. There is no doubt this car is a true porsche 911 gt3 killer, but that in itself is a monumental achievement.

[@Lostautofilm]

The amount of knowledge John was throwing at us in this video was awesome! 🤘🏾

[@billbob9570]

knowledge? dude doesnt even know what transmission he has thats a TR6060 car

[@NoName-ml5yk]

@@billbob9570 T56 was splashed on the screen but John never said that's what it has. 6:35 Also I didn't catch if they said what year but both 2006 and 2007 Z06s did in fact come with the T56. The 6060 didn't come out until 2008.

[@NoName-ml5yk]

Yes extremely knowledgeable. First time I ever seen a rich guy with a huge car collection actually mention camber let alone understand it.

[@LDwiggs]

Incredible. I could watch a 15-hour video of John talking setups and driving.

[@colinbowman8816]

"weighs 300 lb less" `actually weighs ~141 lb less, and the frame accounts for ~45lb of that savings "go around a corner better than a gokart" mmmm errr, I guess in a journalistic opinion sort of way maybe? "the further back the wing, the less wing you have to apply to get the downforce... because of fulcrum" Nope. Not quite how that works.. He may not be a technical whiz, but that's a cool, well put together car. And better yet, it looks like he actually thoroughly enjoys driving it.

[@uglyass9084]

Vettes are always awesome, but that license plate is golden

[@offdatgogo]

Squirrely 1000+ hp Vette? Bah humbug! I'll take one like this. Well sorted, planted to the ground and easy to push hard. This is the kind of machine that makes the driver look like a pro. I like it a lot. And great production quality too.

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

I went into this thinking; 'not my style, but I'll show my support to ALA by watching it.' Now I'm thinking;' WHAT A COOL RIDE, set up just the RIGHT way!'

[@Diesel257]

That's what I love about this channel. As an 80s kid I'd watch Fox Body and 3rd Gen F body videos all day without channels like this.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Pure drivers car which I absolutely love!

[@ronmcbee4743]

Me to and came away learning a lot and sorry I sold my C6. As always great show! !!

[@thedoctormma9433]

Tbh the C6 Z06 is definitely top 3 criminally underrated sports cars. Basically this was the first time Chevy nailed it in a long time (at the time) so it flew under the radar.

[@YOURpopsINthe305]

Me 2!!! 👏👏👏👏​@@AutotopiaLA

[@angeloah]

My favorite year for the Z06, just how square the setup looked and how it performed out of the box. This one goes to 11 though. Super rad.

[@skylightatnight6996]

Love seeing different variations on cars on the year. Would be super nice to see more track cars on the channel or hill climb builds, rally cars etc.

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s in the plans for this year. Lots of creative meetings with the team over the past few weeks

[@born2lose13x]

Long live the LS7

[@SWFabrication.]

"Many miles per hour" I love it haha. This is seriously the perfect daily, track, time attack car period. And what a cool guy and what an amazing museum. Lookin forward to the next one

[@truss6282]

For all you corvette haters out there. This zeds for you!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Hard to hate this car

[@DesertRacer515]

I love my track spec C6Z. One of the best platforms ever made and still setting time attack records.

[@NoypiTexan]

Damn John I could listen to his technical talk

[@richardlevy7328]

This Guy definitely knows Wat he's talking about, he can tune my car anytime...😎

[@Mrluvshack]

I love him going into the weeds with the suspension and camber setup. It gives me ideas for my Z06's setup

[@paulmorris8061]

Great episode! I could just sit and listen to John talk race cars all day! What a wealth of knowledge that man has!! I was already wanting a C6 Z06 now I really want one.

[@sidefx996]

Sweet car. Small correction-Corvettes didn't get a composite rear leaf spring until 1981. Before that they were steel. Front transverse leaf springs were introduced in '84.

[@pwho]

One of my favorite episodes

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome! And same for me

[@brian_and_the_car]

😂 I was lucky enough to ride in this car with John and its mind blowingly fun. Super cool guy, family and Museum!

[@AutotopiaLA]

They’re such a cool family and riding with John is a blast! Happy New Year Brian!!

[@NicholasZak]

I understood it all because thats how i setup my cars suspension for Limerock park. Great video!

[@billmcmeekin7909]

I agree. The C6 Z is the best looking modern Vette :⁠-⁠) Cheers from Canada

[@drdesmo8489]

Absolutely love how this C6 Z06 is so dialled in ! Heck of a car and one hell of a good driver. Man do I ever enjoy your work ALA !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Great build and definitely a great driver. Fun times shooting this one!

[@elijahinky]

Love the C6. This one is a little too track oriented for me, but it's done right, and I appreciate the level of expertise that went into it. Everything was done with much thought and experience.

[@matt_1969ChevyC1o]

Top shelf video and loved every minute. Car, driver, host, editing... It all gels. Bravo

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you!

[@matt_1969ChevyC1o]

Just ordered my first T Shirt from you guys this week too. Cheers@@AutotopiaLA

[@anthonycuevas6072]

Truly a next level episode for the channel. Excellent job! Documentary level without missing the essence of AutotopiaLa.

[@vb50562]

That’s why we left Southern California. Where we live now it’s kind of like California was 50 years ago with no restrictions it is a total blessing and your Ca. Dollar goes along way out here. Again love your show keep up the good work and be safe. That GTR was killer I laughed so hard watching your facial expression I had tears rolling down my face

[@AutotopiaLA]

That GTR freaked me out! And it’s getting harder to stay here everyday. I love our weather, landscape and car community plus all my family is here but it’s just getting worse daily

[@larryhernandez769]

Excellent Explanation On This Modified Corvette, And What Makes Driving It Fast . . . . Larry Hernandez

[@joelmearns4183]

Best episode ever! Like two best buds ! This guy's got worlds of knowledge! 20 year old in a old man's body! Awesome stuff!!

[@tomnekuda3818]

As good as the cars are, the real deal is Shaun and his crew. They get the most magnificent shots of the cars and the sounds that they make. Great work guys!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you! My team is awesome

[@drewskiidub7640]

This guy is awesome! You have to appreciate his knowledge for a car setup per track! Genius!

[@The1RealBrick]

Nothing sweeter then a car dialed in with a good Balanced suspension and drivetrain tuned and set to be driven without abusive behavior from the car... its a ride like most dont understand but once they experience that type of handling and ride with performance they fully competently understand, a car that doesn't handle properly and a driver that dont understand is a accident waiting to happen its always only a matter of time... Beautiful setup on this car way to go and I so happy you did this maybe it will get these others to stop and think before they drive cars that only need some good tuned in suspension to make their cars a stable safer better ride to drive... ❤❤

[@that_one_guy_Dave]

Another sweet ride from my favorite channel to watch! You and your crew do such a great job.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you! We’re pushing to make our content better and better with every episode here

[@holmesroach]

Love guys like John who are smart smart guys telling what is behind the blend of technology geared towards the driver enthusiast

[@kentwright5346]

Great looking car. I'm amazed at the variance between the left and right suspension camber settings despite the target track having a greater number of left hand turns. The increase in spring rates sounds minimal but it is very much needed on the C6 for track work. Great video and great insight by the owner/builder!

[@redtesta]

Greatttt point about he posi . That is some important information many dont know especially a road racer.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Great point and makes a lot of sense

[@jesusmunoz5184]

This is how a properly built corvette should handle and sound. No need for super loud and raspy exhaust. Them yellow vettes in Le Mans series is what really did it for me.

[@Glimmertwins427]

C6 Corvettes are king!!!! Love the 7.0 427!!! Timeless design👍👍👍👍💯🇺🇸

[@anthonysiegel4685]

Man that just makes me want to build my C6 up. Such a badass ride.. Thanks for this video..

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for watching and this is a proper set up for driving

[@genemounce8302]

............hmmmmmmm, Did someone get a new video editorrrrrrrr? lol fawk'n SICK video my dudes ! !

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same editor just turned him loose to show what he can do. The goal is to take the channel to a whole new level. Thanks for noticing!!

[@Flying_Dollar_Motorsports]

24:32 "I don't know what it is, it just makes me smile." -Sean It's a Corvette Sean. That's what they do!

[@AutotopiaLA]

lol!

[@davewade2887]

Has to be my favorite video so far, the information and reactions were the greatest

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome! It was a blast riding with John in this car and I only pee’d once lol!

[@ORIGINALGATOR]

The editing (especially the intro) is top notch!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks. We’re pushing to up the quality of what we do and our editor is a badass!

[@FowlChronicles]

This guy is a hero 11:29

[@roberthall6340]

Heck of a driving lesson learned something new.

[@AutotopiaLA]

He’s a former pro driver. Lots of fun riding with John

[@oonwing]

FIRST: Happy belated New Year!!! SECOND: HOT DAMN!!!!!

[@2001supachunk]

That is a definite track weapon. Silent but deadly

[@AutotopiaLA]

Exactly

[@ctvette1318]

Love the videos brother! Beautiful car…..makes me proud I own one.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks and they’re such good cars

[@billmcmeekin7909]

Atomic Orange for me :⁠-⁠)

[@CZ-kz7ug]

Guarantee the rod went through the block because it had factory linamar heads. Every LS7 has potential cylinder head problems. Most people wont even buy a used C6 Z06 or Z28 if the previous owner didnt send the heads out or get new aftermarket ones. West Coast Cylinder Heads is a great company for LS7 heads.

[@ryanbrown918]

There's better out there. Factory Castings, even "fixed", will eventually fail again. Frankenstein, AI, and Iron Mask is where it's at for LS7 Heads.

[@veracity4319]

Blah blah blah 😅

[@coloradokid808]

TY for the info, Planning on getting one someday!

[@joeinmi8671]

Performance per cubic dollar still cannot be beat with the corvette.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed

[@ljsites]

I learned some stuff watching this episode. Something I already knew is you can build an American car and keep up with the expensive exotics for a fraction of the cost.

[@christophertaylor2464]

That looked like a lot of fun. Happy New Year Everyone

[@joehernandez6260]

Happy New Year to you

[@AutotopiaLA]

Total blast! Happy New Year!

[@Mystorytilnow]

GREAT INTRO!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for noticing. Turned out editor loose and he killed it!

[@Mystorytilnow]

@@AutotopiaLA yeah he did! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@darryljackson4813]

The sweetest C-6! 👍

[@Topnotch_JZ]

Also , I LOVE that license plate 😂😂😂👌🏽

[@darwinfranklin9238]

Wow I'm hooked. John just keep talking.

[@bzmaro]

What a monster of a car!!! The grip just looks insane on camera. And love the lessons on suspension, it’s awesome. Great video!!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

John can drive and he sure taught us all a lot about suspension, caster & camber

[@buddymccormack8668]

You started the drive with an "oh shit face" but by the end it was more of a "Hell Ya face." Cool Episode! I like the longer videos, it's more of what I want to watch.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for the input on longer vids. It helps as we continue to evolve and grow the channel. And hell yes on this Vette with John driving!!

[@03cobraforsale54]

This guy has forgotten more about racing than I’ll ever know. What great content. Thank you!

[@JoeMicc1973]

Love those tight corners!!! One of the things I love about driving my Mustang is taking turns so quick! Marconi is really got Shawn puckering!!! 😈😈🤪

[@NEWNATURE777]

Great intro, excellent camaras angle, happy New Year to everyone!!!!🎉

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks for noticing! Lots of creative meetings leading up to 24! Happy New Year!

[@benjaminsnyder2680]

Power to weight masterpiece

[@JKMODDEDC6Z06]

Nice build. Very similar to mine. Such a blast on track.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome! Perfectly balanced imo

[@matthewlockhart6243]

That’s some driving right there

[@Blackneck1994]

C6 is the GOAT. What a great example of a well built track car. That Grand Sport is sweet too!

[@maya00795]

8:11 😅 yeah buddy........ Awesome shawn ...... Greetings from india🇮🇳🤠🤠🤩🤩🤘🏻🙌 superb

[@maya00795]

Happy new year shawn 🎉🎉

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you and Happy New Year!

[@cyclonekevin6199]

U guys had a great time.

[@motorsportvalley]

The Marconi’s have the best cars! This car is ultimate! What a way to start the new year! 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@AutotopiaLA]

Perfect start to the New Year and you know we’re just getting started!

[@rugu6869]

C6 Z06 is a beast. I had one when they were brand new. Great build for sure. Would have loved to have developed the suspension like this one.

[@RandyJM21]

This is what I like . Non traction limited with ENOUGH hp + light + suspension + aero for useable power to go fast , not a car that IS fast a car that can be driven fast and with a good pilot can scare a passenger more then a 1200 wheel HP car going " straight " that needs to be pedalled . Something you can run up in most situations without too much worry like this on public roads when dry and a car where you stay in it to sqaure it up , which as he noted is basically a cardinal rule , dont panic and let out if you expect to recover from oversteer and particularly a car set up right that handles better the faster you go and when you load it up . Hearing about the guy who flipped his car , you wonder what he is doing on that track to make such a mistake . You need to take a car like that some place open and get it out of contol where there are no consequences a bunch and get used to that feeling and no panic so you dont cause a tank slapper / snap oveersteer / mustang leaving event . Knowing the car your driving is way more important then the car itself for most people , a great driver can drive almost anything fast the same way a great guitarist can pick up a 100.00 or toy guitar and make it sound good but if your not that you ned to know your instrument/ tool a bit to get something good from it . Know your tires as well which would be similar to playing with different string guages perhaps .

[@christianbaud5278]

BIG CAM CORVETTE 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅

[@intimidator.jb3470]

Never realized what a LIGHTWEIGHT Shawn is behind the wheel. He needs to go to a driving school and adress his fears.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Public roads, someone else’s car…simple respect for all scenarios. And like anyone else, I can always learn more about driving but I’m always mild driving other peoples cars which is why just about everyone allows me to drive their stuff

[@intimidator.jb3470]

@@AutotopiaLA I can respect that. Everyone I let drive my car, babies it, I have to TELL them to step on it. Remarks officially withdrawn.

[@MikeDawson1]

i want to be like him when i grow up

[@AutotopiaLA]

Me too!

[@andrewatiemo6513]

Wow. Absolutely great video! the race knowledge and technical expertise is epic... just wow. Thank you Autotopia LA

[@jamesmicca]

I had a 606HP Callaway Corvette. Callaway builds a quality vehicle. I love Corvettes your only allowed one mistake. Great episode and an amazing Corvette. Brings back many memories and thrills. Keep up the great work. James

[@markwegner6100]

Excellent job presenting a phenomenal car!

[@jamesw.6931]

Enjoyed the history and the ride along; SUBSCRIBED...

[@Topnotch_JZ]

I learned a few things listening to this guy, proper way to setup a car 👊🏼

[@AutotopiaLA]

He knows a thing or two!

[@mciarlillo1309]

Absolutely awesome content! John is crazy knowledgeable, and seems like a blast to be around.

[@camonly849]

I 100% agree, the c6 is the best looking corvette. Z06 and zr1 was the best they ever made.... only problem with my c6 z06 is that there's not a c6 zr1 next to it.

[@amgreco21]

I had to double-check to make sure I was watching an autopia LA video

[@AutotopiaLA]

Yessir! Lots of creative meetings the past few weeks to upgrade what we do

[@raptor102993]

Dream car man ! Track toy C6 !

[@Lockness205]

This episode was great, badass corvette with a super cool driver full of knowledge

[@Kevin-hl9vo]

That's awesome.

[@drp1036]

The C6 is gonna be the next big restomod sports car.

[@Frankmejor]

This is an awesome video, John is so knowledgeable and passionate about driving and car set up.

[@mg_streetkandi]

As a guy that drives a 99 FRC with very similar modifications done dialed down for back roads, autox and some mild track days..His car is absolutely amazing.. Everything he said was 100% correct..Driving a property set up Vette at that power level is best bang for the buck..Love the review and all the wisdom he shared..Great Video!!!..👍🏽🏁

[@AutotopiaLA]

John educated a lot of us in this video on proper car set up with reasons why. Loved shooting this one!

[@Freddy_Confetti]

Sick

[@danielhaley9997]

That was bad ass!!

[@Thomas-of8gt]

Great video , really enjoyed modified Vette 👍

[@DETROIT-DIESEL82]

Je vous souhaite une exellente année 2024 pleine de superbes voitures mon cher Mr Autotopia !! Bonne continuation, continuez de nous faire rêver

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you and Happy New Year to you as well!

[@coloradokid808]

Great video! I grew up in Irvine and learned how to drive back in Trabuco canyon. Bitchin Vette , great museum and cool people.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I grew up in Modjeska and drove those roads daily! This was a fun time

[@josephamato6723]

Good job keep them coming I love what you are doing

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks and lots more coming

[@zordon5171]

Hell Yeah !

[@tuckamore_knife_company]

Wicked~Awesome vid to start the new year! Thanks for sharing.🔥🤘🏻🏴‍☠️

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thank you!

[@lsvip1820]

Love the vettes and this is just sick

[@AutotopiaLA]

It’s a bruiser!

[@lanegeisewite1436]

Chevrolets are the best!😍😍😍🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲💪💪💪💪

[@omnipotentone6545]

First class!! You make a great team

[@ericswild]

The GRINS say it all. I have a c5 with 597rwhp. About to do the tire setup soon....

[@guyh.4121]

Beauty Vette. Luv the Plate.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Good eye on the plate which is fitting for this ride