Is the Chevrolet C7 Z06 the BETTER Corvette than a 2024 C8 Z06?

[@lilrockstarrs]

These have aged like fine wine. I’ve wanted a C7 Z06 since they came out and I still do lol

[@RepEvox]

Better buy one before all the good ones are gone. That's what I did.

[@deloachapproach4273]

I purchased a 2017 2LZ this past week after considering an E-ray. All I can say is, "Go for it if affordable!" It is a pure joy to drive.

[@TheRealMcCoy88]

​@@RepEvoxjust purchased mine, picking it up Saturday 😎 2015 3LZ Z07 package with full ZR1 conversion and only 35k miles

[@BingBangBrine]

@@TheRealMcCoy88 what does zr1 conversion consist of? It has port injection now ???

[@EJleon96]

@@Acer435agree, they’ve aged much better than the C6s which are also beautiful but are beginning to look outdated

[@stupendusdan]

As a fellow C7 owner now, that smile it puts on your face every time your drive never goes away. What a car.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can share it with you! It surely puts a big smile on my face!

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

I like the C7 because of the tradition of the front mounted engine. I would go C8 if I wanted the more updated amenities. 😊 But I know why you love the C7 the best Joe, we know 7 is the lucky number! Lol

[@RaitisRides]

O love what you did there

[@tigerhoods7927]

The c7 model made me fall in love with corvettes

[@naywahn]

Holy sh•t! I thought it was a Batmobile...

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel

[@blairbrown4812]

Funnily enough, a modified C7 Z06 was featured on the CW television series, "Batwoman," as the Batmobile of the show. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIKbaIiLj9Roi9ksi=z4TL1ngZGQ2fPHSy

[@MichaelGreco]

That's my license plate lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4KqgmajlNpqfKssi=MjlIRUqvMcs45g9q

[@albertwesker2283]

It is. And Joe is “Batman”!

[@Mudnuri]

When I first saw one years ago, I didn't know what I was looking at. My girlfriend said it looks like something batman would drive. Now, I am Batman

[@toddhedman7959]

The sound of the engine is PRICELESS.....LOVE IT

[@RaitisRides]

It is a beast for sure Todd!

[@HtriZzy_]

Picked up my M7 C7 with 1800 miles three weeks ago. Best 1400 miles I've put on a car in the 18 years of owning over 15 different cars/bikes. Took me 3 years to find the exact spec and condition! For $80,000 you CAN NOT get any other car that is better for your money! I cross shopped 15 different cars in the 40,000-85,000 range, from c6z to ZL1 1le, to m8 competitions. The closest was the Shelby gt350 because of the tremec voodoo. Unfortunately the Shelby just lacked the "super car" feel and build quality was god awful. Add on top the fragility of the voodoo and paying 70k+ for a low mile gen2 voodoo (2019-2020), the C7Z was a bargain. I intend on keeping my C7Z M7 for a long time, probably never even selling it. Great review Raiti!

[@anthonyd55]

What makes the voodoo fragile ?

[@HtriZzy_]

@@anthonyd55 high revving flatplane crank burns a bunch of oil and vibrates the oil filter off. Check it out with a simple google search

[@EJleon96]

@@anthonyd55those engines blow up!!! Look it up… oil consumption and bad valves grenading motors

[@dubba07]

My 2016 was originally $104k according the the sticker from the Corvette museum. Bought it used and saved about $30k. Such a great car.

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

I love the C7!!! My fav gen is the C6, second fav is C5, and my third favorite is this one! Thanks Joe! I, Trent, am a HUGE fan of the Corvette as it’s my favorite car!

[@RaitisRides]

That’s so fantastic! You are very welcome

[@bedbath9056]

Same for me, C6 then C5 then C7 then C8 (just dont like the ugly rear lights).

[@josephgarcia9079]

Great Video Ratti, I actually had the chance to test drive one of these from Texas, and there was nothing but a smile on my face the whole time driving it. Very Underrated car for the money!! The experience of driving a Z06 is second to none

[@somejackball]

best body style since the C3 imo!!

[@anthonyd.5516]

Think a mint C7 Z06 with a manual transmission will keep appreciating in value going forward. Eventually car buyers will get tired of the rear engine Corvettes and want to get back to front engine manual corvettes. The C7 is the last of the Mohicans!

[@1986hvwchampion]

No c8 is a piece of art. There's no going back from that flat plane crank ! When I first saw one in action I was blown away 😮. C7 is also special too just a level lower

[@Hey_Blinkin]

All of them will. In particular, the 19. Last year.

[@dmrtagge6274]

I doubt that buyers will get fed up with engine layout , rather more about lack of stick and 3rd pedal but guess some who went from manual route towards auto are fine with magnetic paddle shifter however i still get confused due to fact that it doesn't have a manual stick , wether i want one or an gt350 with manual , C7 and 6 drops out cuz i cannot find a decent one particularly in my area 🤖 the main thing that doesn't turn off option to go with c8 is that r35 long time ago went with auto and people didn't seemed to complain back then which in a way gives me a piece of mind , however wish c8 would have been a proper MR car with manual gearbox just like NA1 nsx

[@travisdurham29]

@@1986hvwchampionmaybe the Z06 but in no way would I ever get rid of my C7 Z06 for a C8 stingray. I prefer manual so that’s a huge letdown with the C8 but I wouldn’t say the C8 Z06 is out of the question once the prices come down.

[@MrChevrolet94]

I have the C7 Stingray and it’s my favorite dream car I’ve always wanted!!!!

[@benstechandgaming]

I had the option between C7 and C8, I went C7 and no regrets. Will definitely complement it with a C8 one day.

[@Symmetricall]

An absolute beauty. Loved meeting you at the car show and talking to you today. You seem like the same exact person as you are in your vids which is great. I was that mixed young guy if you even remember🤣. He has some great stuff on the way guys lemme just say that👀

[@RaitisRides]

It was awesome meeting you! Thank you for letting me share my car passion with you!

[@hardchemist]

I'd go the C6 Z06. 400lbs lighter with an arguably more solid chassis, since there was no targa, just continuous aluminum frame. And that 7 liter.... 😍

[@Howdy762]

c8 really takes a beating ill tell you that

[@z-ra]

GM engineers claimed the C7 frame without the roof is sturdier than the C6 frame with the roof mounted.

[@hardchemist]

@@z-ra The C6Z's frame does not have a removable roof.

[@hardchemist]

@Brian_Eugene_Lee LOL thanks for the tip brother

[@Hey_Blinkin]

C7 is superior to the C6 in every aspect. Performance, interior, handling, everything. Don't believe me, drive one, or ask GM. They say the same thing. The platform was maxed, which is why they went to mid engine

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

I think the C7 is amazing. I think the C8 is amazing. If I was rich, I could easily own both. The sound of this C7 though is "music to my ears". Great video Joe. THANKS !!

[@RaitisRides]

That would be a dream garage!

[@alanklaus7774]

When driving that ZO6 I wouldn't even think about any other ones.

[@RaitisRides]

It really is that special of a car!

[@bounty446]

I have a 2017 M7 ZO6 with 1900 miles and I love it, and wouldn't trade it for any C8

[@sponge4930]

me too

[@LuisUrbieta]

Apostle Joe, I love the C7 Corvett I feel like even though it's not stock I still love how the Apostle to the Sports Cars looks.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you Luis

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@RaitisRides Yes I do love this car.

[@NellieNell]

The C7 is one of my dream cars! Working on getting this next year. In my color too! 🤩

[@vette4life518]

I have the 2019 Z06. I'll have it until I die. Just not a fan of that C8. Solid review per usual!

[@CFurnace-72]

Same 19 in ceramic gray.

[@travisdurham29]

Same. Never gettin rid of my 7spd C7 Z06. The perfect sports car in my opinion

[@InvestBetter.]

I bought this car a few months ago, in Velocity Yellow, with a 7-speed, and without the stupid spoiler on it. An American legend I'm proud to own. As long as you can swing $650 Michelins, go for it! The C8 went in a new direction, but its not for me. I'm old school, and a sports car should have a stick.

[@beatsbyry]

Spoiler is great for high speed driving. It’s not a drag car. This is the Z06 made to be a track competitor. The C7R was based off the z06 for that reason

[@blakerh]

My brother recently got his 2023 Z06. Black with hard top convertible. So much fun to drive!

[@PAX-GT2]

😇The Sound is Unreal 19:59 .WTF:) NICE👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

You have good taste!

[@deloachapproach4273]

Purchased a 2017 2LZ just this past week for all of the reasons he spoke of. It has just over 21,000 miles, and, yes, it is all that and more.

[@flanerpete2040]

I'd gladly be proud and thrilled to have either one of them in my garage!

[@rhatala27]

I like the C7 bc manual option, but I love that 5.5L FPC V8

[@jessemarinjr6374]

GREAT VIDEO JOE !! AS A PREVIOUS OWNER OF A C-7 ZO6/ZO7 CORVETTE ,YOUR TOTALLY HONEST ,IT'S BAD ASS !!! IN MY OPINION ,THE C-7 CORVETTE IS TRULY LAST AMERICAN CORVETTE . THE C-8 IS A WANT TO BE , EUROPEAN SPORTS CAR !! APPRECIATE YOUR HONEST VIDEO ON THE C-7 CORVETTE !! KEEP YOUR VIDEOS COMING !! JESSE VIA LAS VEGAS

[@c6corvette]

Thanks for all the Corvette reviews! C6 is my fave... but if I were to upgrade it would be a C7 GS or Z06 for sure!

[@2016sickvette]

I had the same reaction as you did Raiti , I drove one last year and I laughed so hard, because it was hard to believe how fast and how much power that car really has !! I have Manual Z-51 now , but will upgrade after your video !!!!! lol

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome Paul!

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

Ferocious is the word I'd use to describe the "on throttle". I'm gonna miss cars like this in the future.

[@cars_rides]

I loved my 2015 C7 Z06 7 speed. The reason I got rid of it because I my dash was falling apart. Near the defroster area for the windshield, the stitching was bending. Didn’t look pretty. So it made sense to get rid of it before it got worse.

[@Arnoldbonsai75]

C7 is the best of the best! Mine has 16000 miles n it and it’s feels like brand new! And the sound like thunder! My neighbor mad at me when I turn it on 🤭

[@alabdel1388]

That C7 (with a manual) became my dream car after seeing it on the rd the other day, the thing is gorgeous. I like it more than the C8.

[@BingBangBrine]

I want a 2019 Chevrolet corvette z06 with the 7 speed manual in admiral blue with the z07 package and 3lz trim in any interior other than beige or tan or whatever, with lowest miles possible

[@RaitisRides]

Now that sounds like an amazing car!

[@Mudnuri]

I have the Grand Sport in Admiral blue. Black interior 1LT. It is such an amazing car and so fun to drive. The wide body with all the accents really make it. It doesn't have the supercharger like the ZO6, but is still a head turner and will get down the road pretty good. The color, though❤❤

[@tomkelly2497]

I have a 2015 with 7K on it with a 7speed I am getting ready to sell as I have a 2024 on the way.

[@terryrutherford2114]

Joe, I have a 2016 Z06, 3LZ, convertible and I enjoyed this video, but more importantly, as an old guy, I still own my Atari 2600 with a bunch of cartridges'. Haha! I also have Sega, and Nintendo. The Z06 beats them all...Thanks for the video!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so freaking awesome Terry!

[@bryanwashington9511]

I love the C7 models way better!

[@RaitisRides]

I prefer my V8 up front.

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

@@RaitisRides Me too

[@RaitisRides]

@@TheSpeedDemon64I like the way you think

[@Mark-wb1vl]

I own a C8, keep getting asked if it’s an exotic. Would never have happened in a c7. Much improved performance and interior. A definite leap forward Joe!

[@frank-cz1bn]

Lol idk I have had a c8 stingray , c8 z06 , and a c8 z07 never been asked that idk maybe that's just me. People ignore me in that car. Hop in a porsche I'm filmed all the way down the road super weird

[@Mark-wb1vl]

I agree, super weird! 911s are a dime a dozen in our area, usually they fly way below the radar

[@MichaelGreco]

I have a C7 z06, people ask me all the time if it's one of the new ones lol regular people don't know cars

[@1986hvwchampion]

​@@frank-cz1bnthat's a cap c8 is hard to allocate. I doubt you have owned all those c8 trims 😅

[@nikosky4028]

​@alwaysdriven yea that guy is lying. I own a black htc c8 and it gets so much attention people video taping my car while I'm driving, thumbs up everywhere I go and jaws drop. For a person to not get attention in a c8 is impossible. The c7 is a nice looking car but c8 is far nicer looking in my opinion

[@r.arodriquez4392]

Yes said it! It's my dream car. Thanks for all the great videos 👍🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Dream big man! You are so very welcome!

[@freedomlost6466]

As a c7 grandsport owner with about 720hp, this is my favorite corvette. I absolutely love the c8 Z06 but in a different way and will be probably going to it eventually.

[@preocupied1690]

I have that same car except 2017 with Z07, competition seats, 3lz, and manual ill never let this one go. Mine is completely stock and in mint condition...

[@martyberger7168]

Love my C7 Z06 manual

[@RaitisRides]

You have a keeper Marty!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan]

Yes of course Joe and I'm going to buy one.

[@RaitisRides]

I can totally see you in this one.

[@FLEXjs]

The C8 is a nice car, but to me it just doesn't look like a Corvette anymore. And also no manual is unforgiveable. I've had my C7 Z06 M7 for five years now and I won't be upgrading tot he C8. The widebody C7 is the best Vetter ever. My son just bought a C7 Grand Sport, also manual. Both cars are in storage for the winter since we're in Canada but there will be some epic father/son cruises next summer!

[@clarkgriswold5842]

I skipped to 11:02 and that's the first thing I heard with no context 👀🤤

[@daviousking3828]

Great video Joe. Love the C7 z06

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! It is a beast!

[@aerosuitz1569]

i love the c7 z06 i prefer it over the c6. the c8 does drive better but i prefer the c7. i love this much better than mustangs

[@harrydaniels9436]

great review and even greater car,,,,,,,joe,,,,,thats my version of a real corvette,,,,,sorry old school,,,,thanks joe

[@moestaxx286]

my dream car rn.. i kant wait to get this. hopefully in 2024 i will own one!

[@danielguerra3871]

That thing looks good 👍 😮

[@sku242]

i had a c7 z06 for a couple years and cant deny how awesome it was, both stock and heavily tuned. personally after having a c8 now i could never go back, things like the dct and non lagging screens is just too nice, but i can more than understand the soft spot people have for these

[@brianb7844]

DCT is nice if you don’t need to have it replaced.

[@BingBangBrine]

Dct.. really better than the manual??

[@f8ffd248]

What about the chassis? Is it aluminium

[@AdrenalineJunkie25]

Best car I ever owned! After 2 years I’m still in love but now it’s time to do performance mod!

[@flubberlane8437]

I like the sounds of that Vette 😀

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste!

[@manuelcamomot5152]

Still looking good.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right about that!

[@keng3230]

Optional manual transmission wins every day Sir Raiti. Great video.

[@RaitisRides]

I love the way that you think my friend.

[@keng3230]

I actually think the 2019 c7 z06 might be our generations 67 big block @@RaitisRides

[@blakearditte8831]

I have a c6 z06 and it truly is something special. It is very fast and has a extremely high power to weight ratio. It honestly feels like it has more than just 505 hp. I love the c7 z06 and would take a c6 and c7 over a c8. It just feels more dangerous and seems more hardcore.

[@Artofspeedd]

The Supercharged C7 black on black, I'm going to get me one one day

[@RaitisRides]

Sounds like a good plan!

[@bedbath9056]

C6 Z06 is much better looking but this one is also a dream car, amazing !

[@bradenyovich6139]

"6 atari game cartridges" I'm cryin😂😂😂😂

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@Eulenmann98]

You need to test the c6 z06. I am in Germany and a proud owner of a z06 60th years with carbon ceramic in yellowstorm. If you don’t find one i ship it to you 😊! You HAVE to test it!

[@Chaos744_]

It’s where my corvette dream died. I want a C7 Z06 so badly.

[@paullopez7561]

Love the black on black color......yes !!! Looks like the BATMOBILE!!!! Very Handsome design......love it but still steep price....I need to save more $$$$$

[@JIMFED63]

I was at the Chevy dealership the other day they had a loaded Z06 for $159000 !

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan]

Amazing review Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for being so supportibe!

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan]

@@RaitisRidesYou're welcome Joe.

[@jjramos46]

The C7 is certainly better looking than the C8.

[@RaitisRides]

I agree with you

[@Six3SixTay]

In my opinion, best looking corvette EVER made.👌🏽 It’s always been a dream car of mine.

[@RaitisRides]

So glad that you like this C7!

[@elrev07]

Sold my C8. I'm back in the market for a C7Z06 M7.

[@tomdrummy4984]

I like C7 better than C8. C8 doesn’t look like a corvette to me

[@RaitisRides]

Same here my friend!

[@MrPerky]

I wish he did a “should you buy a g37 coupe in 2023” its the only car i havent seen him do and another c63 video as well otherwise love the vids man

[@RaitisRides]

Good request! I will get that together for you!

[@MrPerky]

@@RaitisRides perfect man🙌🏾keep em coming we love all the videos

[@billbrandon1697]

i like the c6....understated by so fast...

[@joeg509]

C8 z06..here are the facts. Over the c7..faster 0 to 60 times, faster quarter mile times, much better hook up and handling!! And the sound of the FPC is incredible..imo, no comparison!!!

[@Hey_Blinkin]

Will lose in a roll race. 200lb ft less torque. That's a lot!

[@joeg509]

@@Hey_Blinkin not sure I've ever had a role race..

[@Hey_Blinkin]

@@joeg509 kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2nXpXepmaari7csi=6yOu1TiqCOfvYr86 2 minute mark. Lack of torque and being NA kills the C8 up high. 3:35 from a dig and the C8 puts bus lengths on it.

[@crouchb15]

C7 best gen

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your vote!

[@stephancunningham3072]

I love when you show the vehicles from dream giveaway. I just wish you’d do a few from dream giveaway a day.

[@danielguerra3871]

Beautiful machine

[@roccovaselino]

I put 10,000 miles on my '19 Z06 7-sp manual before trading it after 2 years. It far exceeded the traction limits of front engine/RWD, IMHO. I now have a '24 C8 Z51, and despite being down 155 hp, it covers 0-60 a half second quicker. The C7 Z06 is like the Mustang GT500 or all the Hellcats, with no traction in 1st gear. I'm not into smoky burnouts, so the C7 Z06 had to go. I preferred my '08 Z06 to my '19, and the C8 is a huge upgrade on both.

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you sharing that great ownership experience info Rocco.

[@VincentChase2390]

Short answer: yes

[@ClickbaitMotorsports]

A true American icon. Performance and looks. 🇺🇸🔥

[@AgentB-0711]

Stop reviewing c7's Joe! I'm trying to buy one and your reviews are going to make the values go back up! lol I'm just kidding of course. i love that you always show the c7's love on this channel, they are really unappreciated vettes, can't wait to get my own one day.

[@RaitisRides]

You are freaking awesome! The right one will come along man!

[@wckdaintgood]

C6 & C7 are the kings of the vette

[@corvetteswithbowie7529]

You should do a video on each generation corvette.

[@RaitisRides]

That sounds like a great idea!

[@corvetteswithbowie7529]

@@RaitisRides I can hook you up with a c3 all the way to a c8. Z06’s, convertibles, grand sports ,60th anniversary edition , silver anniversary. Catch is you need to come to Canada.

[@JMGENTERPRISES]

Love my C7Z06

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that ownership experience!

[@ItsmeCote]

C7 z06 owner and didn't want anything to do with C8 when I bought mine. All friend are in love with the C8 frame... I don't. 😂

[@vindevhunta4905]

Would have them both C7 manual

[@SharpMotorsports]

I prefer C7! I like to be able to touch my engine once in awhile, rather than look in a hole and say yeah it’s in there! Manual transmission is another big plus!

[@MrAleB305]

You can touch the engine on a C8 lol.

[@scottbarker9058]

nice coverage,,i have a 19 with thr manuel...love it!!it has ,,32-k...this must bee..yup-a garage-queen!!!...LOL

[@nagashtheforsaken]

"No need to add a sock" "Two packages of big league chew" - These comments are so dumb and ridiculous but I absolutely love it. This wasn't so much a comparison to the C8, more of a C7 review. Which is fine, I love the C7.

[@cindykeselowski899]

So Raiti, should I trade my 2017 ZO6 auto for a base C8? Your thoughts?

[@OTHMAN007]

What better c8 or c7?

[@mattmanley7118]

Still gorgeous can’t fault anyone for choosing one or the other ❤

[@StefBelgium]

I m a proud owner of a C7 Z06 Z07 pack. In Belgium, it is super rare let me tell you. Mine is modified with 20" and 21" wheels front and back respectively and KW V3 magneride at the rear and a full custom interior with carbon and alcantara. I love my Vette and no way I d sell it for a C8 which has lost his Corvette spirit imho. The interior of the C8 though is way better than the C7, but other than that, I think that the C8 is not balanced from a visual perspective. The hood is way too short compared to the rest of the car. The C8 Z06 however is a beast...especially on a race track. No doubt about that.

[@snapperb8293]

17 Z06 2lt A8 with Z07 package Here. I track the car a few times a year. Carbon Ceramics brakes stop on a dime. I always drive it in paddle shift and the shifts get aggressive the harder you get on it. Had a hellcat challenger stick shift before the Z06. The Z is much more performance and handling for the money. Street Legal Race Car.

[@bigd3721]

i still like this model

[@RaitisRides]

Same here!

[@InvestBetter.]

What's it like, driving the C7 Z06? It's like driving a thunderstorm🌩Or owning a pet tiger, or a pet dragon. You quickly learn what real power is. Any road you enter, you own.

[@cliffgrando859]

Joe and Lori, the VET is much better than that BMW car. Merry Christmas 🤶 🎄 🎅. Smokin car

[@chuitopr]

My favorite Corvette ever

[@alengreen589]

both are good.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the good work job 👏 real true and I love the video 👏 💯

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man brother!

[@odinfatherofthor]

Real men drive ICE. I love this