The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is definitely worth it‼️ In FACT, it’s more than worth it❤️ You get the Worlds best Supercar for a quarter to half the cost of all the over priced models from Euro-Pee-On manufacturers‼️ ❤️the ZR1🤙🏽
There IS NO SUPERCAR with the performance of the ZR1 that isn’t double the cost or more. The ZR1 was meant to be “MORE affordable”, not “For everybody”. The C8 Corvette is more so “For Everybody”, but they never said every trim would be so.
The ZR1 was never supposed to be an affordable option that’s what the base C8 is for. Even starting at 180k this will undercut anything in the same class by at least 100k and so by definition it is still serving GM’s purpose of class leading performance while being the most affordable option in its class.
Check the stats on North American sport car sales, and the C8 has dominated this area beyond any previous Corvette series by a whole lot. If you or anybody else thinks that GM ISNT eating other European manufacturers lunch than think again.
I never doubted the Corvette's success, you see them all over the place, they sell extremely well and for good reason. I just think the ZR1 has an MSRP that places it too close to other supercars, and a majority of people willing to spend that much on a car are more likely to go for something slower just because it has a Lamborghini/Mclaren/etc badge. To me it seems like a car Chevy made just to show what they could do, but is aimed mostly to Corvette enthusiasts as the target market, not something that will generate a bunch of sales to bring Chevy into the supercar market as a major player. Similar approach to Ford with the GT I guess?
@@hbullock I don’t disagree with you. But I would also add that it depends on the complexity and use of the thing being assembled. If it’s just 2 widgets with a spot weld between them, that becomes a handle for a shovel, then I’ll take the machine. If it’s an airplane that I have to fly on, then I’ll take people… hands down.
All the other vehicles in this price range have plenty of accessory/optional features as add-ons so it's not a question of price, but it's just an industry standard for configuration.
Good looking car. But still cannot trust GM quality, and their service centres are dreadful. Taking an expensive car to a place that is used to return cars dirty, is questionable condition, is just not my thing. Lastly, do not have th funds...😂
The service aspect is huge to me. Granted, you shouldn't have to deal with it all that often, but to pay that much and have to give the car to a dealer that is used to oil changes, and car washes with a push broom on a $20k car is a bit unnerving.
That’s a really good point regarding the service centers. When you bring in your $130k BMW for service, their service centers are pristine, and they deliver “best in class” service. But every service center I’ve brought my $156k C8 Z06 in to, you get the same level of mediocre service as what you would expect for a $25k econo-box… and that just ain’t right.
GT4 no brainer, I noted the way you were describing the 911 was along the lines of any other comfortable daily, as opposed to a sports car. In my view the 992 missed the mark by a long way. As a rule Carreras do not appreciate in value, they tend to get hit pretty hard (but far less than BMW or MB). The GT Division cars hold their prices well and in some cases may appreciate. The reality is many people hold their GT Div cars, especially if RS variants.
GT cars hold better for sure, and non-GT 992's haven't been holding quite as well as I would like. I know all cars depreciate, but I feel like 911's used to be better at value retention than they are now
@@carcaveofficial Agreed, it would be interesting to see how production numbers have expanded. I wanted to like the 992, I was expecting a step change as per the 997 - 991 transition but that didn't happen. The 992 didn't move the game on much at all in effect a 991.2 GTS was broadly the equivalent of a 992 S (if you up-specced the 992 S interior). My wife has a 991.2 GTS she much prefers it over the 992. I had an allocation for a 992 GT3 RS and ended up going for a 296 GTB instead (I kept my 991.2 GT3 RS). For me, the interior of the 992 is a mess of screens and gloss plastic - whereas my RS is a mix of alcantara, leather, functional dials and binary buttons. To me the 992 stopped being a sports car and became almost a mid-ranged German executive commuter. In other words, with the exception of some GT division car, the 911 stopped being interesting.
I have tried to ignore my opinions on Porsche for some time now, because they are Porsche, but I couldn't agree more. The brand is a watered down version of what made it great. The new GT3RS is impressive on track, but at $500,000, forgive me, but at the end of the day, it's 'A Porsche'. For that much money, I would buy a Ferrari all day long. To your point about the screens, I am not a fan, the 997 was brilliant, the 991.1 was a jump for sure, and the 991.2 was an appreciated fine tuning, but they all maintained the analog, driving focused experience. The 992 was the first step in moving away from that, and the 992.2 will only make it worse with more screens, and push to start nonsense. Needless to say, I am not impressed, and I feel many Porsche enthusiasts will agree. Side note, love the 296!
@@carcaveofficial Good points, it will be interesting to see if Porsche amend the 992.2 giving the general feeling about it - the 296 GTB is epic, not only is it explosively quick, it works on any road. Moreover, its a nice place to be and although it attracts some attention, people are often interested because its a hybrid that really works. The engine sounds great it feels like a special place to be and enjoy.
I did a review on the 296 and needless to say, was impressed. Every Ferrari just feels right when you are in the driver's seat. Hard to explain what I mean by that, but anyone that has driven one will understand. Also, they nailed it on the sound, especially considering it is a V6. To the point about Porsche, I am not holding out hope that they will change directions. Whoever is making the big picture decisions for the brand seems to be aiming at the Mercedes / BMW / Audi model, trying to reduce tooling costs as much as possible by interiors in all of the cars that are largely identical. The Taycan, Panamera, Cayenne, and new Macan EV are just an overpriced movie theater seat. Everywhere you look is a screen, even the buttons aren't buttons. It is a plastic panel that articulates when you press it. Cheap. You aren't the first person I have spoken to that mentioned leaving Porsche for Ferrari either, and I doubt you will be the last.
I dont get where reviewers get this "no lag".. i have a 997 turbo - there is certainly very noticeable lag until you hit 3k+. I think they all just regurgitate what others say.
I had a 996 911 Turbo. Great car until a distracted driver drove into my rear end full speed. Never could get it fixed right by the dealer's shop. So, I traded it in for an R8. I love it but now I'm looking for a track car. Cayman or Boxster. Street legal but something I can throw around a bit. The 996 turbo had no ims bearing issue. What is the best model for me in the $30K price range?
What year is your R8? Is it a manual or auto? I have been getting distracted often by the idea of getting an R8.... The Cayman is a more rigid setup, but honestly, you can't go wrong with either. You will get more power for your money in a Boxster than a Cayman. I would say a 987.1 Boxster S would easily fit in that price range, and just budget for $2k to replace the bearing, or get a 987.2 like mine with the 2.9L. Not sure if you can find a good example of an S for that money, but if your plan is to track it, maybe go for a higher mileage, but well maintained 987.2 S?
@@carcaveofficial R8 is auto stick. 2015 Carbon Spyder. Mythos Black. I love it! Thank you for the advice on Porsche. I could probably buy back my wrecked 2004 911 Turbo for $30K, but it was never fixed right. Nice car though
I love the rear cover on the R8 Spyder, the louvers on either side in that satin silver finish is modern art at its finest. That is always an option, but for me, personally, I would steer clear of a wrecked Porsche. They just get so expensive, and will never really truly be the same after a wreck. Just my two cents.
@@carcaveofficial agreed. my R8 does not have the side blades. I never really liked them. Now when I see a C8 Vette with contrasting color on the side intake, same reaction. draws too much attention to the intake. Makes it look busy (C8 looks busy enough already)
Disappointed at the front end design specially the headlights (which do NOT look like Lamborghini Headlights) and bad misplaced hexagonal Daylight Running Lights. They do not belong in there. The front end looks UNFINISHED.
I picked up a 23 M5c a few months ago, have it stage 2 at this point. Perfect from every angle, aside from the Bowers & Wilkins speaker system. Absolute worst out of pack (B&O, H&K, Burmeister, Bose).
You cannot do that now even with a Boxster or Cayman, as those can get very very expensive. Think a Boxster Spyder. Insane. There is not really an inexpensive option.
Not anymore no, and with the Boxster and Cayman going full EV, there won't even be an entry level Porsche sports car that anyone wants. I don't know what Porsche is doing lately.
A Lamborghini should never need engine noise through speakers. For me the only Lamborghini had to have a V12. And in my opinion the original V12 sounded better than the new one . Still love the brand though . Lambo all day every day
I’ve owned a Gallardo Final Edition, Huracan Spyder and Huracan Tecnica. I’ll probably grow to love this model but not right now. Also the MSRP is $100k higher than my Tecnica was. 😫
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