Should you buy a C6 or C7 Z06

[@rogerpescoran7870]

The C7z is a awesome platform. Test drove one and felt great. But I went with a C6z. Very raw. And the sound of a built 7.0 is bliss.

[@jrvettes8138]

It does sound absolutely amazing, especially around that 7k rpm range. Throw a set of forged pistons and a centi blower on there and then you will feel real raw power Thanks for watching!

[@nicko2004]

Thanks for the video. I have been looking around for a few months now. I keep going back and forth between the two as well as waiting until i could potentially get a new Z06. Nice to get the perspective from someone who owns both at the same time as well as has the C6 Z06 modded. This seems like it would be the case for me, given the pricing of each vehicle if I went with the C6 Z06 it leaves a lot of funds left over to mod the car. Thanks again for the vid.

[@jrvettes8138]

The C6Z is a great platform to make just a few mods and have great power! Thanks for watching

[@camirocz]

Have had three c6 Z06 and a 2011 Zr1 and they are great cars. Light and fun to drive.

[@jrvettes8138]

C6 ZR1 is one of my dream cars, and hopefully will find its way in my 3rd garage bay!

[@doughooks7411]

I have a 2016 Z06 that I bought brand new for $77.5 (20k below sticker) and did a stage 3 mod through Vengeance Racing. I went from 548/601 to 681/675, and I love the car and build. Car still has < 7k miles.

[@jrvettes8138]

You cannot find deals like that anymore; is it the M7 or A8? Thanks for watching

[@doughooks7411]

@@jrvettes8138 A8.

[@fishymacaroon6]

Only around 1k miles a year? I feel like I'd want to do more than that even if it was a weekend toy.

[@se7ensvault]

you want to sell it?

[@nickadkins7765]

Definitely the worst time to buy any sort of performance vehicle rn 😅

[@jrvettes8138]

Agreed! Thanks for watching

[@horsecockexpress7612]

but its ALWAYS a worst time to be driving something boring

[@nickadkins7765]

@@horsecockexpress7612 doesn't have to be a performance car to be fun and enjoyable!

[@horsecockexpress7612]

@@nickadkins7765 lol ok

[@ITZ6IC]

I agree a thousand times. I wanted a zo6 for years, and now that I'm in the market for a new car, the sales for anything proformance wise are through the roof...Tears🥺

[@atthespeedoflife2150]

C6 Z06 always. 7.0 liter 427 and most cars still ain't messing with it. It's way ahead of it's time 505 hp in 2006 come on and most muscles today don't come stock like that and this was back then. All the natural aspirated cars at still trying to catch up to it.

[@jrvettes8138]

The LS7 is quite the platform for sure but not without its faults. I had the needle bearing failure as well as the valve guides worn out of spec. If you are mechanically inclined and like to “tinker” the C6Z is the car to have. Thanks for watching

[@jimmyingram9683]

The best power to weight ratio super car on the market still to this day for the money period...if replaced the same power to weight ratio super car would cost a arm and a leg ..I own a H/C/I C6 ZO6 FULL BOLT ONS AND IS AMAZING

[@jrvettes8138]

Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for watching

[@shadyshinichi2JZ]

C6 zr1

[@z-ra]

Gonna probably be on the minority here, I like the C6 z06 a lot and there is a particular cool factor to having it, lightweight, LS7, etc. But I love the removable roof and interior of the C7 and just some of the chassis improvements. Gotta have the 7M for me. The little things on the C7 make it a better daily IMO while I'd say C6 is better for straight line racing. They're both great and have their prons and cons, can't really go wrong with either one.

[@jrvettes8138]

Absolutely agree with your take, the C6 wasn’t made to go only straight but with my setup it absolutely does a better job than the C7Z. I really wanted the M7 but got the car that met my budget when I got my C7 and don’t regret ending up with the A8 Thanks for watching and Shari g your perspective!

[@timothythomas1737]

C6 is a drivers car compared to c7.

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

The C7 is a tight fit inside And the M7 sounds cool but 7th gear is useless. I’ll take the C6Z all day long.

[@jaygr306]

@@johnphillipsjr7238 7th gear is a highway gear only you should only use it when doing 75 or 80 on the highway you get almost 30 miles a gallon cruising in 7th on highway

[@achromatic_art]

C6 all the way! Just look at it!

[@ZZLZ-cj8tl]

Excellent! best performance vehicle ever. Had a 2016 Z06/Z07 3LZ and 2019 Grand Sport 1LT and 2019 Z06 1LZ the lightest version ever and fastest ever. Excellent Video! Miss my cars.

[@jrvettes8138]

Thanks for sharing and watching!

[@cozmicsoull]

Sorry for your loss. What happened to the cars?

[@terryrutherford2114]

I bought a 2016 Z06 in May 2023. It's a 3LZ. I don't know if that makes a difference, but mine is set up to honk and lock as I walk away. Thanks for the video!

[@adventureescape1929]

The C6 is the last original looking Corvette. The C7 with all the squared off styling was the beginning of the end.

[@billmcmeekin7909]

Thanks for the comparison. Great info. I have a 09 Atomic Orange and love it. I'm afraid to test drive a C7 now, lol. You are living the Chevrolet dream! Nice :-)

[@jrvettes8138]

Thanks for watching, try the C7 and see if it meets you needs over your C6 (great color btw!) To solidify your C6 is the better of the two for you or not.

[@josephmontana2792]

It sounds like your Targa Top adjustment needs to be tightened two or three turns. it should be good and tight when it snaps shut not just snug.

[@justinpetruzziello-themort810]

C7 is a better corvette hands down.

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

Nope.

[@calvinjames8291]

Great review of the two man! Have had many LS applications over the years, with my current LS vehicles being a 08 Sierra Denali with a 427 on a F1A blower, a 16 CTS-V that's FBO "including a Interchiller as my primary cooling" and a 17 Yukon Denali with a LT4 blower on top of it. In debate myself between the C6 & C7 Z simply due to the fact that my wife wants to drive it as well, so the Automatic us in the lead so far. With that being said though, the LT platform is significantly higher than any of the LS platform to mod. One of the best mods I made to my V was upgrading the tires. Those Michelin Super Sports were horrible at putting the power down "692whp" on Pump 93, and staying straight. So, after upgrading to the Michelin Pilot Sport 4s, it became an entirely different car that can be enjoyed in conjunction with the power mods. Keep the VIDS coming!!

[@jrvettes8138]

Thanks for the comment, I plan on dropping one tomorrow. Just got my draggy so I’m planning on doing some 0-60 vids.

[@BensonBMD]

It is real easy. If you want a real brutal car, get the C6 Z07 with the Z07 option. Replace the heads and get a mild cam. 2011 and newer is best. Eff supercharges. C6 is lighter than C7 and better looking. RWP on my 2011 is 550.18. Sounds great.

[@jrvettes8138]

With the right amount of money both can be brutal; my C6Z has about 12k in the motor alone to support boost and at 7lbs makes 850rwp on E85. The car is raw and violent, it is significantly cheaper to mod the LS over the LT for sure. Thanks for the watch!

[@jaygr306]

My 2019 Z06 doesn't creek at all . You might want to take the targa top off and lube the rubber gaskets your supposed to do that every so often. I haven't done mine yet it has 7000 miles on it and is still very quiet. Love the car it has the M7 and the transmission is awesome. Mine is 1lz also but it has navigation and performance data recorder

[@jrvettes8138]

I’ll try it, these two are my 5th and 6th vettes and I’ve never been a fan of the look of the targa top off. In the year now I’ve owned it, it’s never come off; what do you lube it with?

[@jaygr306]

@@jrvettes8138 you use dielectric grease. Wipe it on let it set for a bit then wipe it off👍

[@jrvettes8138]

@@jaygr306 thanks!

[@brotherlogicrmf2199]

Just bought my C5 ZO6 and to me that's the best generation of Corvette. If I was to buy another one it'll be a C3 stingray.

[@jrvettes8138]

Being fair, have you spent a decent amount of time driving a C6 and C7? Congrats on the car though, what color did you get?

[@brotherlogicrmf2199]

@@jrvettes8138 No I haven't, I got the Z in sliver.

[@johnphillipsjr7238]

The FRC is terrible looking. The C6Z is a monster.

[@Wolfmann99]

C5z C6z C7z any they all have their perks. The c6z though with a 427 capable of 600whp na which is pretty wild.

[@jrvettes8138]

I made just under 600 NA, more power is addicting! The LS7 is capable of handling boost as is if your smart about it and have realistic expectations of end goal power. People always say the thin cylinder walls are the weak point but I would argue it’s the pistons. Throw some forged pistons in and add some boost and you approaching 4 digits!

[@Wolfmann99]

@@jrvettes8138 I wanted a c6z but covid prices are crazy just picked up a low milage c5z going to do hci within a year.

[@jrvettes8138]

@@Wolfmann99 what color did you get? I actually like the yellow w/black wheels combo on the C5Z the best.

[@Wolfmann99]

@@jrvettes8138 quicksilver with mod red interior. I really wanted a electric blue. The silver looks awesome in person. Honestly these cars look good in blue/red/white/silver I haven't seen one I didn't like. Soon I'll be ordering f14s debating on a 19 or 18 in the rear because of traction lol.

[@ryanbrown918]

I've got all 3, in all 3 different shades of Yellow (Millennium, Velocity, and Corvette Racing)..man do they have different characters. Love all of them for different reasons. All 3 are fairly modified as well. My '09 C6Z is now making 669whp & 551 ft lbs (N/A). Out of the 3, the LS7 feels the most raw and in your face.

[@airforcex9412]

I started with a C6. But we’re comparing something designed around 2003 with something from around 2012 (talking about when they started designing them). That’s a lot. Go C7 if you can afford it.

[@jrvettes8138]

I would agree while disagreeing at the same time, yes the C7 has better technology behind it but that wasn’t the point of the video. If you can afford it but a Lamborghini or McLaren if you can afford it! This video is for the vette lovers, some are die hard C2 or C3 fans, some are C5, and so on. Just me personally, if I had to sell one tomorrow it would be the C7 with no hesitations. If I could have found a C6 ZR1 with similar milage and price of what my C7Z had, I would have bought that instead. Another huge point of the video is not to feel like your settling with the C6Z to the C7Z. Too many people by what the bank allows them too and then lives paycheck to paycheck, chasing the latest and greatest but don’t have 5k in savings. I’m guessing by your profile pic your military, so am I; everyone has a Hellcat on base but then can’t afford to eat. Both of these are depreciating assets and will never be worth what I paid for them. If it’s money that makes your decision for you, then it should be neither.

[@crazycowdogs9830]

Just change the clutch fluid in the reservoir once a month and eventually it will come clean. Much better option than installing a bleeder and having the car burn to the ground

[@terrywix6844]

You should buy my black 2007 Z06, 2LZ, only 13,480 miles, prestine condition for $46,500

[@IOERROR622]

The thing with the C6Z is one you can only get a manual which turns some people off (lets face it the majority of Corvette owners) and you NEED to modify it. It's not crazy mods but you need to do the heads and then you get into the "While I'm at it" and that mean cam, headers and now you need a clutch. It's a rabbit hole. If you plan is to mod it, great but not a lot of Corvette owners want to mod a car short of adding chrome. Haha The C7Z you can just keep it 100% stock and never worry about it. Plus it comes in auto which most Corvette owners go for. You might want to take off the top and use some rubber restorer on your weather strips. Thats a common reason for creaking. My C7 doesn't ratther or creak like that.

[@jrvettes8138]

I think it depends on the age demographics of who is turned of by an auto. Let’s face it, the vette regardless of model has a stereotype type as an old man car. I would say those vette owners are turned off by an manual. Then you have the newest generation of drivers that probably can’t drive a manual….. 505hp is plenty enough for most and yes your right with the rabbit whole of mods. I want a car that scares me when I think I have it figured out and that’s my C6Z. Thanks for the perspective and taking time to comment!

[@axelsaldana8534]

Let’s be honest boys, either car you choose whether it’s a c6 or c7. You will have fun a fucking blast 💥

[@jrvettes8138]

Agreed! For me budget at the time of purchase was the biggest factor. I kind of wanted to portray that if you were getting a C6Z over a C7Z due to budget, it’s not a car you what to settle on, it’s just as fun.

[@arrowhead455]

Looking at these at the end of the video, I just want the camera to stay on the C6 the entire time!!! Coming off the C5, it seems the Corvette styling reached it's pinnacle. As much as I like advances in technology and refinement, the C6 just has that timeless Vette look that they have carried for so many decades, harkens back to my favorite 68-72 C3. And I love the visceral feel of the N/A 427 torque (also a tip of the hat to the C3). C7 refinement aside, I just want my car to go fast, be fun to drive, and look bada$$. The C6Z is the apex. Not sure what the designers were doing (other than just being a younger generation and I'm closing in on 50), but I don't believe the C7 looks are going to age well... I don't like my car to be confused if it's an Autobot or Decepticon. It seems that GM was tasked with coming up with a look for a Camaro 15 years ago that complimented a Hasbro movie, and have stayed on that track ever since. Way too busy with unnecessary angles and accessories. The beauty is in the simplicity. And now with the C8, I can only hope that there is a return to what this car was for the first 60+ years. It's a Chevy, not a supercar.

[@TheSlowEcoboost]

the valvetrain noise is an issue with all ls's my c6 ls3 has valvetrain noises too

[@spiritualjatt]

Informative video on both cars I have a6 C6 2009 been a Vette fan for years. Happy for you to be able to enjoy both gens at the same time. C7 is on my list but going to wait another year ...

[@jrvettes8138]

The market is horrible to buy really for the last two years, completely understand waiting. I hope your able to get one and enjoy it at a fair price. Thanks for watching

[@anthonyfunderburk7871]

I own a 2007 Z06 velocity yellow 💛 im also in NC just have Texas Speed Heads kit upgrade 35k miles 😎

[@jrvettes8138]

Where in NC are you, I’m just south of Raleigh? Did you do a cam already?

[@randydalton5720]

Was there an issue with your heads, valve stems? I’ve got a 2007 Zo6 (427) very low 7k miles and absolutely love it! Ya hear that story a lot but curious with yours. Thx

[@naturallyaspirated7829]

Yo if you make it to atlanta Hit me i have a 07 yellow C6Z06 with 9800 miles And love to see your car 👍👍👍

[@ericmcfarland9687]

I think time will be more favorable to the C6 than the C7 just given the NA powertrain and weight.

[@z06baron6]

A lot of good thought in this. Long video, but worth it

[@senditscott4735]

427 ftw!

[@sknfjuebc]

c6 z06 is the don ....waaayyy more class and nostalgia

[@jrvettes8138]

I think a few more years need to go by for it to have the nostalgia look like the C2 and early stingrays. The C6Z by itself looks timeless than next to a C7 it shows it’s age. In another 5-10 years I think it will like a true timeless classic. I’m not a C8 hater but it hasn’t completely grown on me yet, I think once the C8Z hits the streets I’ll really dig it more and that will solidify the C6Z looks.

[@bhmsupra]

Really good comparison - Thanks

[@jrvettes8138]

Thanks for watching!

[@DennisMurphey]

I had a 98 Z51 M6 with a Magnuson SC, awesome. Then a 07 Ron Fellows. Liked having the 427. But driving it left a lot to be desired. C6 has less character of a Corvette than the 98. Health forced me to trade. Tried the SS Sedan, even with LSA SC it's a 4 Dr Sedan! Found a gem 2014 Z51, 3LT, A6, 5,000 miles. Not perfect, but beats the V6 Z06 for drivability. And regains some Corvette character. Mag Shocks like the SS are must have. A6 is slow but in Drive on WOT is a hoot. Did I wish my C7 Z51 was a C7 Z06? YES! But now the money gap is just too wide. I think even a C8 will remain unobtainable for me in retirement. Looking to get 600 HP from the LT1 and I would be fine. The C7 Z51 drives better than any Vette I have owned. It tends to take me back to 1966, i had a 64 Vert, white on white red dash and carpet, 327 365 HP, Muncie and a AM FM radio 3.73 gear no other options. The transition from torque to horsepower was so in your face. Whaaaaaa! This LT1 with mild tune now can hold its head up high! Just needs a tad more power and i would ready to it till I dead. D in Virginia.

[@DennisMurphey]

I failed to mention the Valve guide issue on C6 Z07, I had extended warranty and took oil samples to Blackstone and they found high titanium at 22,000 miles. I had to pay to get the heads pulled to prove to GM the guides were shot and valves rattling loose. Then I had to pay to pull the pan and remove roller bearing from the Rocker Arms. Replaced the Rocker bearings my own money, GM paid for new heads and valves. Engine was not hurt, But Be aware, check the oil via Black stone every oil change.

[@DennisMurphey]

Agree on visibility, you must be vigilant changing lanes in the C7, I wish it had BLIS like on my Wife's Volvo where sensors out in the corners of the bumper light up LEDs near the side mirror to ease that issue. On the creaks I found My 2014 to remain very tight, but when I test drove a pair of 2015 C7 I learned it was determined more the driver treatment. A white Z51 with 50,000 miles creaked and groaned just leaving the parking lot. Then then I drive a Silver Z51 Blue Leather and 36,000 miles, Not one creak or groan and the LT1 pulled hard, shifted fast and drove like a new car. The C7 I choose is a 2104 A6, sad, but 5,000 miles the car looks brand new. Now with 10,000 miles of smiles It still looks and drives like brand new. Best Vette Ever!

[@DennisMurphey]

I know C6 no USB BUT It had CD Player!!!!!!!!!!!!!! C7 has 3 USB and NO CD Player. I am so out of it I bought my 2014 3 1/2 hours from home. and wen to pick it up brought my CD Case for the ride home. What no CD Player??????? I am older but I only had CDs. UGH!

[@jrvettes8138]

@@DennisMurphey I don’t even own a CD anymore, but everyone has a smart phone. Thanks for sharing your Vette history and watching the video!

[@Entremanures]

good video. i guess we all have this internal debate c6 or c7

[@jrvettes8138]

I love the look of the C6Z, but parked next to a C7 or C8 it shows it’s age. It will be interesting to see how these cars set value wise over the next 10-20 years. Thanks for watching!

[@tonycagalawan9274]

Honestly I like both of them.

[@jrvettes8138]

So do I, do you also have one of each? These are fun cars for sure

[@tonycagalawan9274]

I only own a 2017 C7 Z06 Black on Black. I sold my 2008 C6 Z06 and it was a silver with black interior,I should have kept it I regret it now !

[@ricardovelez7628]

Id take the C7 Z06

[@s2k442]

What shifter do you have? Shifts look really short. I like it. MGW in my 02 Camaro. Nice video

[@jrvettes8138]

www.tpsmotorsports.com/tps-motorsports-attack-c5-c6-short-shifter-straight-handle.html All the mods on my car have come from TPSmotorsports. They have a few of their own products and I have their shifter.

[@jeffkluge6440]

@@jrvettes8138 what do you like better mustang or vet .

[@jrvettes8138]

@@jeffkluge6440 vette all day!

[@nigeleharis5886]

I have an 08z that has some bad synchros. Haven’t ever done a legit 1-2 pull because of this lol. Always ponder abandoning ship and come back later with a c7z but I know there’s a reason I haven’t done so yet. Thank you.

[@jrvettes8138]

If I had to let one go, it would be the C7; fix it stronger and enjoy!

[@markpomerhn76]

C7 all the way!

[@jrvettes8138]

Stock for stock I would agree, if I had to let one of my cars go, I would keep the C6Z. Thanks for watching

[@debo_lt4_zo6]

I have a 2018 zo6 2LZ and my doors lock when I walk away from the car. The setting is in radio I believe.

[@jrvettes8138]

Was still new to the C7 when I made this but someone else let me know the vehicle settings were on the radio as well. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.

[@Steveleanr]

Everything is just better on the C7....

[@jrvettes8138]

I can say 100 percent without a doubt, the cup holder is not 😂😂😂

[@DesertZo6]

I would go c6. They just look so good and aggressive. More so then a c7 and my c5

[@jrvettes8138]

Of these two cars, if I had to let one go it would be the C7 also. I’m hoping to add a yellow c5z in the next year or two, I think it’s the best looking color on the C5Z. Thanks for watching

[@PatrickGotHands]

It’s just a headlight difference what is more aggressive lmao 😂

[@wsc4460]

CORVETTE.....says it all......at 18, my first '67 427 ci, 435 HP Tri Power, Side exhaust, hardtop convertible.then the.C5 for 20 years followed....an automatic C7 ZO6???? You don;t look as though you're RETIRED.......Manuals ONLY if if you feel it IN YOUR BLOOD!!

[@0Heeroyuy01]

id vote buy a C5 as they are cheaper then both and most C6 parts fit a C5. C5 just better for the $$$$

[@jrvettes8138]

I had a C5 as my first Bette in my 20’s; I wish I still had it. Hopefully one day I can find a clean C5Z for a reasonable price, and I’m a fan of yellow on that car. Thanks for watching!

[@rickhunter6513]

I like the C5 Z06 because it’s such a raw, low tech vehicle. Last of the 90’s sports cars. And it’s got pop up headlights. C5 looks so sleek when they’re hidden

[@blackonepac]

Gd info thx alot

[@eclipt5963]

I'm looking at selling my boosted 2014 Mustang Gt to go to the vette platform and try something new. I like the interior and look of the c7 z06 but I love the timeless look of the c6z. the c6 is more of a true drivers car and just sounds so mean. plus its on the cheaper end so more money for mods. Good video, I believe we stay in the same area seeing the background in the video.

[@eclipt5963]

@@jrvettes8138 yeah that’s where I’m located thought we were in the same area

[@jrvettes8138]

Do you know of any good meets in the area, I’ve been here a few years and just haven’t found anything.

[@eclipt5963]

@@jrvettes8138 There are a few I know of but not many. one is hosted every Wednesday at holly springs movie theatre parking lot from 6-8 but its not to big. I'm starting my own car group with a group of people and we are planning on wanting to host events and meets. kinda hard in this area with all the cops lol

[@cross6588]

Click settings then click vehicle then click remote lock unlock and then click passive lock with horn

[@jrvettes8138]

Is that a trim level option, I have looked for it and cannot find it on my car? Thank for watching!

[@cross6588]

It’s on the touch screen on the radio just hit home button and you will see settings. On all models of C7.

[@jrvettes8138]

Thank you!

[@ace-lo1nq]

I will still take this car over the gt500. Ford cannot convince me to pay 6 figures for a gt500 when all you’re paying for is the motor.

[@mach183]

Lol I paid 50k for a 2013 gt500 spent less then 10k and had 750 rwhp … I don’t know what gt500 your taking about … Maybe a Shelby 1,000

[@jrvettes8138]

I believe he’s talking about the newest GT500, I’ve watched that car make consecutive ETs and launches over and again. It’s an impressive car for sure, these dealers should be held accountable for their absurd markups.

[@mach183]

@@jrvettes8138 I see I agree ! I would rather buy a c7 z06 over a new Shelby … oh wait I already did lol 😂 miss my 2013 gt500 but this c7 is a role rebound !!!

[@robertbass974]

Had a C4,C6 and a C7 Z06. The C7 beats them all by a wide margin,.in fact I liked the C4 better than the C6!

[@jrvettes8138]

I’ve always heard the C4 is difficult to work on, specifically changing the spark plugs. I am also a far on the C4 but very specific about the combo I want, hoping to add the blue grand sport to the collection one day.

[@Eurolaflare]

you're insane, c4 is literally the worst corvette lmao and c6 is easily top 3

[@robertbass974]

Not insane, just enjoyed driving my c4 more than the c6. I also didn't say it was a better car than the c6.

[@evansjustin2459]

What about a C7 Z06 vs a C6 ZR1? Which one would you prefer and why?

[@jrvettes8138]

I’ve never driven or even rode in a C6ZR1, but of the two which I looked at both when I bought my C7Z, I bought the C7Z. I raced a modded C6 ZR1 in my C6Z and beat it pretty decently, but the ZR1 is obviously more rare.

[@mcraptor.1128]

C6💪👍

[@rodriguezb193]

Recently picked up a 2013 427 convertible with 114k miles. I probably own the highest mileage 427 😂

[@jrvettes8138]

What it got, I want to say I saw a C6Z with 200k+

[@rodriguezb193]

@@jrvettes8138 Mine has 114k but its a 427 convertible. I'm sure there's plenty of regular Zs with more miles.

[@jrvettes8138]

@@rodriguezb193 glad it was driven and hope you do the same! My 07 has 77k miles on it; to me that’s low for the year and I daily’d it for two years.

[@By_Any_Means_Necessary]

But would you buy a c6 zr1 or a c7 zo6 and would you get the c7 in a manual if you could do it over again

[@jrvettes8138]

It was between the ZR1 and the C7Z when I bought it and I went with the C7. The only way I would get a C7Z in a manual is if it was low milage and came with some kind of warranty. I had to change the clutch in my C6Z twice (long story) and with labor, a McLeod RXT, slave, and speed bleeder it was just shy of 4k. I’m not trying to ever do that again!!! I bought the C7Z as a commuter on my way to and from work (about a 40min drive one way) and really enjoy the A8. These are just my reasons and probably don’t give too much insight over all but…. Thank for watching

[@c6corvette]

Biased here... but C6!

[@frankw7266]

I know the C7 is technically the better car, but I still prefer the styling of the C6. The rear end of the C7 still makes me want to vomit in my mouth.

[@MB-ct1yb]

C6Z06 is the Corvette GOAT. That said, this video was painful to watch.

[@jonathoncook8367]

Short answer. Neither. You get the C8 ZO6. You’re welcome I saved you 37minutes of your life.

[@jrvettes8138]

I hope you are able to, let us know how it is, I would love to have one but don’t see it being feasible for a few years for myself.

[@jonathoncook8367]

@@jrvettes8138 lol I’m not a rich guy. I haven’t even seen one in person tbh. I’m a MX guy that will never be able to obtain such nice machines, but one of my buddies from college has a C6 ZO7 package and it is gnarly (never got to drive it, but have been on plenty of highway pulls) I’m just a big fan of MR cars. Just a better layout for performance applications imo. No hate.

[@truthdetector9371]

were you driving with the ebrake up?

[@jrvettes8138]

Nope; the car beeps at me if it’s up

[@fartzr.schmelli3351]

Buy neither! Find a good used Vette. See if it's right for you. Then consider newer cars!

[@ivanmendoza8454]

how tall are you I'm 6'2 i think or 6'3

[@SicksLexx]

What wheels are those stock z06 wheels

[@jrvettes8138]

They are the centennial cup wheels were an option in the later years, I believe 2010 and later. You could get them on a GS as well, thanks for watching

[@killark7888]

U can buy 2 c6z for 1 c7z. Or buy 1 c7z

[@jrvettes8138]

C6Zs are getting pretty high too, I go back a forth all the time on selling mine. With everything done on mine but accounting for body mileage (it has a new engine) I would like to get 30k or more. To your point, yes my C6Z at 30k, you could buy it twice for what I paid for the C7Z. Thanks for watching

[@racingdreamz8021]

C7 z06 in automatic? Oh no

[@normanhanna2037]

I collect cars c7 is the best z06

[@jrvettes8138]

Stock for stock I won’t argue with that, a modded C6Z will pull on a C7Z straight line or on a track. Just depends on what you want out of the car, if you just want to look at them at keep the miles as close to zero as possible C7Z. Thanks for watching

[@sulkmahidonkeydek3424]

@@jrvettes8138 my 2011 z06 has slightly pulled on a c7z but he had a passenger.. I think it would be back n forth with the c6z pulling in 4th

[@jrvettes8138]

@@sulkmahidonkeydek3424 is it stock or modded? Without a doubt my C6Z would pull all day long on the C7Z even a C7 ZR1

[@sulkmahidonkeydek3424]

@@jrvettes8138 its stock as far as I know.. ppl forget that with a solid driver these cars can trap 130 in the 1/4.. I’ve even walked down a 580-2 huracan only videos I have are against a stock gtr and 2 hellcats one was stock the other 1000whp 4 ppl deep

[@davem6685]

Neither. Buy a 68/69 427. Much better buy.

[@jrvettes8138]

Not saying your wrong but those are much harder to come across; I looked at several C3s and a few C2s prior to buying my C7

[@ivanmendoza8454]

is the c7 comfortable 🤔

[@jrvettes8138]

That depends on your interpretation of comfortable; it is an extremely stiff ridged platform, so it’s as advertised. My C6Z is a smoother ride but also doesn’t have mag ride where as my C7Z does; I contribute a lot of the difference between the two to this. If you want luxury car smoothness don’t get a C7 for sure or if you do take off the run flats immediately! The rigidity of the C7 give you confidence over what I get in the C6; I hate to not give you a black or white answer but it all depends on what you define as comfortable and what you want to do with the car.

[@ivanmendoza8454]

Thanks for the tip...and how's the leg room

[@jrvettes8138]

@@ivanmendoza8454 I’m 6 foot even and fit just fine, if your NBA player height I think you would be uncomfortable

[@ivanmendoza8454]

Dammm so I'm 6'2 and some what long legs Well i guess i have to find one and sit to see how it feel...because it's my dream car

[@backmonavery]

The correct answer is both

[@jrvettes8138]

Exactly my friend! Just took some serious convincing to my wife and here we are. Thanks for watching

[@camarosspr]

The LS3 C6 is way cheaper than both.

[@jrvettes8138]

So is a Miata

[@camarosspr]

@@jrvettes8138 C6 LS3 is 95% of a C6 Z06. For half the price. What % is the Miata?

[@jrvettes8138]

@@camarosspr just making a point that if money is your main determining factor of which car to get you probably should improve your financial situation prior to getting any car.

[@camarosspr]

@@jrvettes8138 Yeah, you could also earn a little more and buy the new C8 Z06 fully loaded w carbon rims $165K and not buy a 15 yr old Z06 rattled corvette. 125 million Americans live paycheck to paycheck. Of those who earn less than $50,000 a year, 72% live paycheck to paycheck. Even among those earning six figures, 42% said they were living paycheck to paycheck. Americans (and western Europeans) live in this bubble of richess, completely oblious how the rest live. They complain their world is falling into them because gas and fat food is going up (Europe gas is double the cost, so USA is cheap). US TV shows investment apps, one to save $200,000 for kids education. TV Adds for paying monthly for whales, elephants, dogs, whatever in need. Most have multiple 2-3 $30k-$100k autos. Tvs in every room. Yearly $1k iPhones renewals W $600 yearly phone line plans for each. Millionaires in their congress. A billionaire for president and still trying to hustle for it w his family and friends. Vacations. Retirement properties. Vaccines, Healthcare. etc etc etc etc etc etc etc etc. This guy buying his wife a $70k tesla. Autos and credit cards for each son. The have the richest poor in the world. And they complain and complain and complain. They don't have enough. Average income in Africa is $500 yr, $40 month. 500,000 dying in African Civil War. Aganistan, Haiti, all asia, South America. Some live in caves in Perú, They escape in dingy wooden boats from Dominican Republic into shark infested seas. 100 thousands trying escape extreme poverty into USA South border. To have 3 jobs farming, cooking and doing dishes since they know no English. Nonrunning water in half the world. Nonrunning water. an Afganistán family living in a scrap room doing the day w 4 eggs and whatever they can get. you forage or hustle or you don't eat. Even a basic $65k corvette sells for $100k++ in PR. USA PR colony income is $20k a year vs $60k US. There's no financing for cars and houses in almost the rest of the world. But yeah, I can easily earn more and buy a Z06 corvette for double the cost for 2% more performance. Sorry for the rant complaining. Even in PR we live the richest poor of the world.

[@jrvettes8138]

@@camarosspr no need to apologize for the rant, I have been to majority of the places you mentioned; I once watched a family of five eat a single boiled onion for dinner in Afghanistan, and find myself in East Africa at the moment. I know how fortunate I am and know what true despair looks like. I am thankful to be born in America and for a long time lived the paycheck to paycheck American lifestyle. I grew up, went to college as an adult while working a full time job and eventually made something of myself to afford what I have now. I don’t carry debt and that’s why I don’t have a C8 and won’t get a C8Z for another 10 years or more. I have what I can afford, a 15 year old car (that I bought when it was two years old) and a seven year old car; I won’t give money to banks to buy things for me that I cannot buy for myself. I hope you are living a fiscal situation or find a way to position yourself to be so. Cheers friend

[@memra777]

C6Z

[@jrvettes8138]

Dollar for dollar you can’t beat the C6Z! Thanks for watching

[@benjaminwillard2394]

the c7 is cool but the c6 z06 is the last real Corvette that took styling cues from previous generations, the c7 & c8 look like something created in China, cheap knock offs of the Lamborghini....there's just too many sharp points in the design.