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

@RepEvox

6 ай бұрын

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

@deloachapproach4273

6 ай бұрын

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

5 ай бұрын

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

@BingBangBrine

4 ай бұрын

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

@EJleon96

3 ай бұрын

@@Acer435agree, they’ve aged much better than the C6s which are also beautiful but are beginning to look outdated

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

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

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

6 ай бұрын

O love what you did there

The c7 model made me fall in love with corvettes

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It is a beast for sure Todd!

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

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I know how you feel

@blairbrown4812

6 ай бұрын

Funnily enough, a modified C7 Z06 was featured on the CW television series, "Batwoman," as the Batmobile of the show. kzread.info/dash/bejne/fIVsmbeOitKbhdo.htmlsi=z4TL1ngZGQ2fPHSy

@MichaelGreco

6 ай бұрын

That's my license plate lol kzread.info/dash/bejne/m4V7s5Wmj9iddqw.htmlsi=MjlIRUqvMcs45g9q

@albertwesker2283

6 ай бұрын

It is. And Joe is “Batman”!

@Mudnuri

4 ай бұрын

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

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

6 ай бұрын

That’s so fantastic! You are very welcome

best body style since the C3 imo!!

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

6 ай бұрын

What makes the voodoo fragile ?

@HtriZzy_

6 ай бұрын

@@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

3 ай бұрын

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

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!

@alwaysdriven

6 ай бұрын

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@dmrtagge6274

6 ай бұрын

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

11 күн бұрын

@@alwaysdrivenmaybe 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.

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

6 ай бұрын

c8 really takes a beating ill tell you that

@z-ra

6 ай бұрын

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

@hardchemist

6 ай бұрын

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

@hardchemist

6 ай бұрын

@Brian_Eugene_Lee LOL thanks for the tip brother

@Hey_Blinkin

6 ай бұрын

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

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

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

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

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

It really is that special of a car!

I love the C7 models way better!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I prefer my V8 up front.

@TheSpeedDemon64

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides Me too

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

@@TheSpeedDemon64I like the way you think

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

6 ай бұрын

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

11:03 I can’t 😂😂

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

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

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

6 ай бұрын

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

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!

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

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

6 ай бұрын

That would be a dream garage!

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

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

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.

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.

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

@mattpie595

4 ай бұрын

Same 19 in ceramic gray.

@travisdurham29

11 күн бұрын

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

C7 best gen

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your vote!

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.

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@joeg509

6 ай бұрын

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

@Hey_Blinkin

6 ай бұрын

@@joeg509 kzread.info/dash/bejne/n2yo1qaslKTehbg.htmlsi=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.

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You have good taste!

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

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@LuisUrbieta

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides Yes I do love this car.

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

6 ай бұрын

That is so awesome Paul!

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Same here my friend!

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

Short answer: yes

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Dream big man! You are so very welcome!

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

@sponge4930

4 ай бұрын

me too

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

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

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...

That thing looks good 👍 😮

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

6 ай бұрын

Now that sounds like an amazing car!

@Mudnuri

4 ай бұрын

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

23 күн бұрын

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.

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

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

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!

*Murica* 🦅🦅🦅

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Oh heck yeah

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

Great video Joe. Love the C7 z06

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks man! It is a beast!

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

6 ай бұрын

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@MichaelGreco

6 ай бұрын

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

@alwaysdriven

6 ай бұрын

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

@nikosky4028

4 ай бұрын

​@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

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

Love my C7 Z06 manual

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You have a keeper Marty!

Great job as always. 👍🏼👏👏👏👏👏

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.

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

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

6 ай бұрын

That is so freaking awesome Terry!

Love my C7Z06

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that ownership experience!

Beautiful machine

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

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I can totally see you in this one.

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 🤭

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

Still looking good.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You are so right about that!

i still like this model

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Same here!

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. 😂

definite better exterior looks wise. C8 just has an ugly rear, it looks like an odd add on

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I have never loved it.

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!

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

6 ай бұрын

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

This ride gets me excited Joe, damn good job!!

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

I like the sounds of that Vette 😀

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You have great taste!

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

Amazing review Joe.

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for being so supportibe!

@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790

6 ай бұрын

@@RaitisRidesYou're welcome Joe.

Awesome ride

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

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.

I take pride in my beloved Porsche 911 but my gosh. This thing is a beautiful black BEAST!!!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Trust me I totally understand

What about the chassis? Is it aluminium

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.

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I love the way that you think my friend.

@keng3230

6 ай бұрын

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

looks so cool

Sweet!

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

I’m glad you think so

It can be 10 years from now. I’m still gonna get me a C8 Z06

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

Sounds like a good plan!

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

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

6 ай бұрын

Good request! I will get that together for you!

@MrPerky

6 ай бұрын

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

Just entered for a shot at this beast!

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

6 ай бұрын

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

@BingBangBrine

6 ай бұрын

Dct.. really better than the manual??

both are good.

That wing has to go eew

C6 & C7 are the kings of the vette

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

You are the man brother!

Would have them both C7 manual

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

@RaitisRides

6 ай бұрын

So glad that you like this C7!

My favorite Corvette ever

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

6 ай бұрын

You can touch the engine on a C8 lol.

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