Off-Topic and then again, not (E63 update) (Hertz Penske GT update)

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by Mbdurham17

Yep I agree haven't driven a C7 or even been in one but very impressed with the numbers and looks of the Z06 (hopefully won't disappoint) I don't really want to drive a C7 until the Z06 so I won't be tainted lol. Quite possibly will be my next car instead of the 991gt3 I was leaning towards given the 50k or so price difference. I posted another link to the initial performance numbers which is insane!!

Yeah that picture is sexy. Not gonna lie.

[Mbdurham17]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

Yeah that picture is sexy. Not gonna lie.

I know I keep staring at it lol. My problem is I really need a sedan for work to haul around clients occasionally but that's what the extra 50k would be for!!

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by Mbdurham17

I know I keep staring at it lol. My problem is I really need a sedan for work to haul around clients occasionally but that's what the extra 50k would be for!!

Yeah just get a base 528i to complement the Vette. Problem solved.

[elitex]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

Yeah I'm the kind of guy, that I need to test drive the car before I buy it. The F10 M5 was the exception to my rule. I ordered it completely on faith and picked it up at the Welt without even ever seeing the car in person beforehand pretty much. I just don't think that I could do that with the new Z06. My warranty is going to run out on my M5 in less than 6 months from now (high mileage) and I'm still leaning towards spending thousands on an extended warranty, but I am considering other options as well. The new Z06 is on my list. I thought very hard about the new Alfa Romeo 4C, but after watching Chris Harris compare it to a Base Cayman, I decided against it. The M5 is awesome but even in stock form it is still just too fast for the street but still too heavy for the track. At least with the new Z06 and it's 8spd Auto transmission, it'll definitely be too fast for the street, but can be daily driveable and then kick everything's ass at the track. I hate the fact that the East Coast has no mountains and it kills me sometimes. It's forcing me to start thinking about tracking more. I love driving but I do love the F10 M5. There's simply not enough road on the East Coast for an F10 M5. Or I would need a Nurburgring to enjoy the M5 for what it's capable of and that doesn't exist on U.S. soil. 1st World Problems. Lol!

I am the same way but after driving the regular C7 this may be the first car i'll buy without driving. I agree on all of your sentiments. Both cars are way too fast for the streets. At least we have some pretty good driving roads about an hour away. I may have to buy a membership with AMP (Atlanta Motorsports park) to really enjoy this car.

[RPiM5]

So it looks like the new Z06 interior quality will be much nicer than a base C7.

Looks pretty impressive with the cross stitched leather but the faux carbon fiber trim looks cheap still.

[elitex]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

So it looks like the new Z06 interior quality will be much nicer than a base C7.

Looks pretty impressive with the cross stitched leather but the faux carbon fiber trim looks cheap still.

It's actually real carbon fiber. I looked into it already. It's a $995 option.

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by elitex

It's actually real carbon fiber. I looked into it already. It's a $995 option.

But its not gloss carbon fiber! God!! (Skip to 3:41)

[Loft23]

CF without the lacquer / clear coat finish.

[elitex]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

But it's not gloss carbon fiber! God!! (Skip to 3:41)

hahahaha

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by elitex

hahahaha

[Mbdurham17]

I just hope the God awful hp and tq numbers plaque on the console doesn't make it to production.

So I'm about to turn 40 and thinking about a Vette :/ lol

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by Mbdurham17

I just hope the God awful hp and tq numbers plaque on the console doesn't make it to production.

So I'm about to turn 40 and thinking about a Vette :/ lol

Yikes does this mean I'm too young for a Vette then? I'm only 35. Lol!

[Mbdurham17]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

Yikes does this mean I'm too young for a Vette then? I'm only 35. Lol!

Yep gotta wait til mid life crisis maybe I'm okay since it's not a red convertible

[PhilT3]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

Yeah I'm the kind of guy, that I need to test drive the car before I buy it. The F10 M5 was the exception to my rule. I ordered it completely on faith and picked it up at the Welt without even ever seeing the car in person beforehand pretty much. I just don't think that I could do that with the new Z06. My warranty is going to run out on my M5 in less than 6 months from now (high mileage) and I'm still leaning towards spending thousands on an extended warranty, but I am considering other options as well. The new Z06 is on my list. I thought very hard about the new Alfa Romeo 4C, but after watching Chris Harris compare it to a Base Cayman, I decided against it. The M5 is awesome but even in stock form it is still just too fast for the street but still too heavy for the track. At least with the new Z06 and it's 8spd Auto transmission, it'll definitely be too fast for the street, but can be daily driveable and then kick everything's ass at the track. I hate the fact that the East Coast has no mountains and it kills me sometimes. It's forcing me to start thinking about tracking more. I love driving but I do love the F10 M5. There's simply not enough road on the East Coast for an F10 M5. Or I would need a Nurburgring to enjoy the M5 for what it's capable of and that doesn't exist on U.S. soil. 1st World Problems. Lol!

Spot on dude!

[WCH]

The Z06 is a compelling car but different than a M5. Would make a great stablemate!

[Vic55]

Originally Posted by (H)

Dear All,

You know how much I love my ///M5. And you all know that if I wouldn't have young kids and other social restraints, I would drive the Singapore Bird and a 997 GT3 RS and would have a 991 RS on pre-order ;-)

Well, whenever travels get me to LAX, my friends at Hertz usually put me in the very familiar F10 M5 environment. I love the home away from home feeling but since a meet with the CA ///M5 army never worked out, this time, I thought: why not try something different. So I made a reservation for the Hertz Penske GT, which supposedly mixes the best of the Boss302 with the Shelby GT500 and features somewhere around 600hp. Well, the one unit they had at the station had issues and no ///M5s or 911s in sight. The Lambos and Californias always have completely ridiculous price tags so I was rather disappointed. They ended up offering me a 2015 Hertz Stingray - that really bummed me out but I had no choice.

Well, here's the news: Either I am getting really old or I was always mistaken. I really really liked the car. Once you get used to the naturally aspirated V8 and less lower rev torque, this vehicle was surprisingly fast. And the handling was absolutely spectacular. At first the adaptive dual clutch transmission felt entirely out of place and slow until I realized, well, that it adapts and that under full throttle at 6200 rpm from 2nd to 3rd, it is lighting fast. If you cruise along at 40mph and shift from 3rd to 4th senior citizen style it takes about as long to shift as a 1996 Buik Park Avenue. And that sound! That sound!! I ended up downshifting to 1st gear (yes, you read right) every time I approached a stop or red light because I couldn't get enough of that wonderful exhaust burble.

Another surprise was the many positive comments. I rarely receive any remarks on the ///M5 unless it's a BMW enthusiast. I expected despicable remarks on the Corvette at best in Veyron spoiled Beverly Hills. But during my 24 hours there, I had multiple people approach me with questions and admiration (and turn around as quickly when I mentioned that it was a rental ;-)

Sorry for the lengthy and not very on point post but I just wanted to share my surprise. I will take Corvettes a lot more serious from now on.

#H

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I have only heard great reviews from friends that have driven the Stingray... I really like the look of the car on the street; it catches my eye every time.

I noticed you said "adaptive dual clutch", did GM finally incorporate this into the 2015 as I have only heard of their 8 speed tq converter slush box auto which apparently shifts quite fast??

[patb23]

Originally Posted by RPiM5

Yikes does this mean I'm too young for a Vette then? I'm only 35. Lol!

Never to old for a vette (I'm 38). I got my 1st vette (62 still have it) in my late 20's. My 2nd vette ('09 Z06 - sold it last yr) I got when I was 33. After seeing the new Z06 and the kind of power its producing, I may have to get one.

[shahano]

WOAWWW... I may have to sell the M5 for this beauty.. Anyone know the price of the Z06 with Z07 package?

[elitex]

Originally Posted by shahano

WOAWWW... I may have to sell the M5 for this beauty.. Anyone know the price of the Z06 with Z07 package?

3LZ with CF aero and Z07 is right at $100k. Not bad at all.

[RPiM5]

Originally Posted by elitex

3LZ with CF aero and Z07 is right at $100k. Not bad at all.

Not to mention all that the Z07 Package comes with. Carbon Ceramic Brakes, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Tires, and more dynamic Adjustable Aero all for less than the msrp of just CCB's on an F10 M5! It's the bargain of the century!

[RPiM5]

What do you guys think about Cyber Grey Metallic?!

[elitex]

I am thinking either white or yellow myself. I want to wait at least until press reviews are in, even though they don't really matter (maybe they do?)