View Poll Results: How do you want your Z-28?
Affordable 28-32k
59
66.29%
Expensive 38-42k
19
21.35%
Something in between
11
12.36%
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What kind of Z-28 do you want?
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Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Okemos, MI
We don't have any real information so far. Nobody at GM has even said there will be a Z28.
That said, I am confident that there will be a Z28, and I don't think it will be either of the cars you described, nor will it be "between" them. My hunch is that the one you labeled "affordable" is probably closest, so I voted for that one.
My predictions (which are worth nothing, as I get all my information from this board):
I think that SS will continue to be "top dog" as it was in the 4th gen cars. I'd rather it were the other way around, but that's my hunch as to where Chevy's going with it.
Z28, in its base form, will be the road racer version. Tons of power (I'm hoping for the LS3) and an excellent handling package will be standard, and there will be lots of optional stuff. I'm pegging the base price at 28k.
I'm thinking SS will get an even better engine. I don't think GM would dilute the new super-Vette's exclusivity by using the supercharged 6.2, and I really don't think they'd use the hand-built, titanium-laden LS7, so I'm not sure what to guess here. Maybe Z28 gets the LS2, and SS gets the LS3. Hard to say.
Most of the stuff that's optional on Z28 will be standard on SS. There will be a couple of parts you can get on an SS but not a Z28, and a set of performance-minded options for those who want their SS's to stand out a little extra. Base price 33k, loaded into the low 40's.
My personal hope is that there's a GT500-killing extra-special, limited-edition Camaro in addition to the Z28 and SS. ZL1 is the obvious name choice, but you can never be sure. It would get the supercharged 6.2 and cost about fifty grand. This one wouldn't come around until at least the second year, if not later.
That said, I am confident that there will be a Z28, and I don't think it will be either of the cars you described, nor will it be "between" them. My hunch is that the one you labeled "affordable" is probably closest, so I voted for that one.
My predictions (which are worth nothing, as I get all my information from this board):
I think that SS will continue to be "top dog" as it was in the 4th gen cars. I'd rather it were the other way around, but that's my hunch as to where Chevy's going with it.
Z28, in its base form, will be the road racer version. Tons of power (I'm hoping for the LS3) and an excellent handling package will be standard, and there will be lots of optional stuff. I'm pegging the base price at 28k.
I'm thinking SS will get an even better engine. I don't think GM would dilute the new super-Vette's exclusivity by using the supercharged 6.2, and I really don't think they'd use the hand-built, titanium-laden LS7, so I'm not sure what to guess here. Maybe Z28 gets the LS2, and SS gets the LS3. Hard to say.
Most of the stuff that's optional on Z28 will be standard on SS. There will be a couple of parts you can get on an SS but not a Z28, and a set of performance-minded options for those who want their SS's to stand out a little extra. Base price 33k, loaded into the low 40's.
My personal hope is that there's a GT500-killing extra-special, limited-edition Camaro in addition to the Z28 and SS. ZL1 is the obvious name choice, but you can never be sure. It would get the supercharged 6.2 and cost about fifty grand. This one wouldn't come around until at least the second year, if not later.
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From: Chicagoland IL
What kind Z/28 do I want?
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not, for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not, for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
Last edited by Z284ever; Aug 14, 2007 at 09:39 AM.
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Gimme a Blue (brilliant electric blue) convertible with white leather interior, with a white or black top. White rally stripes. 6 speed. Navigation. XM radio. 400+ horsepower. 3.42 gear. Power windows/locks. Done. Oh, and make it $30,000.
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Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 287
From: Richmond, VA
What kind Z/28 do I want?
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not. for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not. for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
Clyde
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Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 32
From: Hebron KY
What kind Z/28 do I want?
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not. for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
Well, certainly not the formula that brought us the GT500. I have absolutely no interest in lots of horsepower wrapped in a pig of a car - certainly not. for of all things, a Z/28.
I think many of us have true appreciation for the laser like focus that Chevy put into the Z06. That's exactly the sort of focus required for a "real" Z/28. Keep panzy fluff to a minimum. Make a serious effort to reduce weight from the regular V8 model. Tune chassis, brakes, shifter, power delivery, steering, to make the package feel like an extension of you around a road course. Give it a lustful, free revving motor, which is worthy of the Z/28 emblem on the fender. And it must have a seriously badass attitude - in it's stance, in it's performance and in it's lineage.
For all of that, I'm willing to pay. Without all of that, lower price won't compell me to buy.
It needs to be worthy of the Z/28 badge. Price won't matter otherwise.
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From: Oshawa - Home of the 5th-gen
After putting a little thought into this, the Z/28 should be the "cheaper" (or "more affordable" 
) V8, basic features, but with a Z51-like "option" (like the 'Vette) that gives you the premium suspension parts available ... sort of how the 4th-gen SS came equipped (springs/shocks/sway bars/17's vs. 16's). Maybe throw in a cat-back exhaust or something for power, but that's not even the important part. Although, I think the Z/28 and SS should share the ~430 HP LS3 engine .
The Camaro SS shall receive all of the "trick" goodies available, whether they come standard or are simply available options. Same LS3 engine, but "if" there are any thoughts of a "GT500" killer, give that to the SS (since I think in this world of name/brand recognition, "SS" would be easily recognized as the "top dog").
With all of those options, it'll be like how Dodge offers the Charger with its base engine, then the 5.7L Hemi, and the "big" 6.1L Hemi. Or Ford with the V6, base V8, and GT500.
Back to the Z/28 though. While it should be the cheapest of all the V8's, it should NOT be deprived of power (ie: ~350 HP vs. ~430 HP for the SS) and it should NOT have a lesser suspension than the SS.
That's my $.02
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) V8, basic features, but with a Z51-like "option" (like the 'Vette) that gives you the premium suspension parts available ... sort of how the 4th-gen SS came equipped (springs/shocks/sway bars/17's vs. 16's). Maybe throw in a cat-back exhaust or something for power, but that's not even the important part. Although, I think the Z/28 and SS should share the ~430 HP LS3 engine .The Camaro SS shall receive all of the "trick" goodies available, whether they come standard or are simply available options. Same LS3 engine, but "if" there are any thoughts of a "GT500" killer, give that to the SS (since I think in this world of name/brand recognition, "SS" would be easily recognized as the "top dog").
With all of those options, it'll be like how Dodge offers the Charger with its base engine, then the 5.7L Hemi, and the "big" 6.1L Hemi. Or Ford with the V6, base V8, and GT500.
Back to the Z/28 though. While it should be the cheapest of all the V8's, it should NOT be deprived of power (ie: ~350 HP vs. ~430 HP for the SS) and it should NOT have a lesser suspension than the SS.
That's my $.02
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