Can't decide C7 vs C7 Zo6 vs M4

black335i · 03-09-2014, 10:36 AM

I have enjoyed my 335i for 6-7 years and think its time to move on. I would really like to get a C7 vette, price is ok and is available now but but the Zo6 is gonna have a wider stance and better motor etc. I do like the new m4 but it is some what pricey compared to a C7 non zo6, but it does have 4 seats is more refined as a daily driver. I am looking for a daily driver and to keep the car for a while. Chevy has a 100000 mile warranty on the motor so I won't have to pay extra for an extended warranty like I will on the M4. Corvettes also tend to hold there value a little better as far as I know. Now which one to buy?

pgviper · 03-10-2014, 01:48 PM

C7 z06

UGADawgFan · 03-10-2014, 02:12 PM

How about you wait until all of them are available to drive, drive them all, and pick the one you like the best instead of asking (or caring) what others think?

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 03-10-2014, 03:48 PM

Wait for the C7 Z06, trust me! You should know, you have a C6 z06 already.

BavarianN54 · 03-10-2014, 04:07 PM

Corvette for the win, either one.

MediaArtist · 03-10-2014, 04:29 PM

I challenge you to listen to the M4 exhaust note from the BMW launch video, and still keep the M4 on your list.

The Automotive Enthusiast · 03-10-2014, 04:48 PM

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I challenge you to listen to the M4 exhaust note from the BMW launch video, and still keep the M4 on your list.

This. Every single time I hear it in a spy video or something, I think a lawnmower is somewhere nearby.

MediaArtist · 03-10-2014, 04:52 PM

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This. Every single time I hear it in a spy video or something, I think a lawnmower is somewhere nearby.

It's like a sexy woman who is physically attractive in every aspect of her body, then when she opens her mouth, her voice is a bad imitation of minnie-mouse. Some guys can get over it, but some of us can't.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 03-10-2014, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MediaArtist

It's like a sexy woman who is physically attractive in every aspect of her body, then when she opens her mouth, her voice is a bad imitation of minnie-mouse. Some guys can get over it, but some of us can't.

Yikes!

That does not sound tasteful. I wonder how it would sound with an aftermarket exhaust though. It might actually sound really good once opened up...

MediaArtist · 03-10-2014, 05:26 PM

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Yikes!

That does not sound tasteful. I wonder how it would sound with an aftermarket exhaust though. It might actually sound really good once opened up...

I admit, it might sound better with an after market solution, and under load at WOT.

But... I doubt it. I hope some after market company proves me wrong.

Alpine435i · 03-10-2014, 05:52 PM

Nothing sounded as disgusting as a stock E46 M3.

gtron · 03-10-2014, 06:31 PM

that 2014 stingray... da fuk?!

imma test drive one this week

never thought i would be interested in a vet

black335i · 03-11-2014, 07:40 PM

M4 sounds like a craftsman 2 hp lawnmower scratch the M4 lol

swanson · 03-11-2014, 10:36 PM

Is this a real question? Either Corvette. No question.

majin ssj eric · 03-11-2014, 11:14 PM

I'd go with the base Corvette and the Z51 package to be honest. The Z06 is just too much for me in terms of performance and style while the base car is plenty fast and much better looking. I'd love to have an M4 but can't choose it over the new Vette, its just too good for the money...

BMW F22 · 03-12-2014, 03:13 AM

The new stingray is pure sex on wheels. I absolutely would get one but I need rear seats.

MikeRR · 03-12-2014, 08:32 AM

Get the C7 Z06 or the regular C7 if you can't wait.

No65mph · 03-12-2014, 11:36 AM

I have owned vets in the past, and test drove a stock C7. I would never buy another vette. The M4 will be the better car, Period. The vette may be faster but if speed is all you're worried about, than get it. But the M4 like the M3 will drive better, it's built a lot better and doesn't feel cheap. The vette feels cheap because it's built that way. Plus the rear end of the new vette is pretty bad IMHO.

Petros · 03-12-2014, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by No65mph

I have owned vets in the past, and test drove a stock C7. I would never buy another vette. The M4 will be the better car, Period. The vette may be faster but if speed is all you're worried about, than get it. But the M4 like the M3 will drive better, it's built a lot better and doesn't feel cheap. The vette feels cheap because it's built that way. Plus the rear end of the new vette is pretty bad IMHO.

Speaking of "cheap" build, my M3 has the rubber coating on the steering wheel totally peeling off, the coating on the door handles beginning to peel off, the powersteering reservoir oozes fluid at the track because of the crappy oil cooler not up to the task, and those fabulous monopiston sliding calipers that fade after a couple of laps on the track.

And speaking of better drives, definitely nothing better than persistent understeer like my M3 does at the track.

Yea, you're right. Corvettes are so "cheap" and "inferior" to the M3 indeed

yarviinn · 03-12-2014, 01:31 PM

C7 zo6

Year's_End · 03-12-2014, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by No65mph

I have owned vets in the past, and test drove a stock C7. I would never buy another vette. The M4 will be the better car, Period. The vette may be faster but if speed is all you're worried about, than get it. But the M4 like the M3 will drive better, it's built a lot better and doesn't feel cheap. The vette feels cheap because it's built that way. Plus the rear end of the new vette is pretty bad IMHO.

Honestly the first time I've heard an opinion like this about the C7. I've seen nothing but praise about it.

b0bab0i · 03-12-2014, 05:50 PM

C7 Z06

03-09-2014, 10:36 AM	#1
black335i Captain 193 Rep 725 Posts Drives: M 4 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tx iTrader: (2)	Can't decide C7 vs C7 Zo6 vs M4 I have enjoyed my 335i for 6-7 years and think its time to move on. I would really like to get a C7 vette, price is ok and is available now but but the Zo6 is gonna have a wider stance and better motor etc. I do like the new m4 but it is some what pricey compared to a C7 non zo6, but it does have 4 seats is more refined as a daily driver. I am looking for a daily driver and to keep the car for a while. Chevy has a 100000 mile warranty on the motor so I won't have to pay extra for an extended warranty like I will on the M4. Corvettes also tend to hold there value a little better as far as I know. Now which one to buy? __________________ 2008 335i- FBO 2015 M4-exterior mods, JB4 E 85 2008 Zo6- intake 2015 Honda Accord 2020 Range Rover Sport HST
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UGADawgFan Major 587 Rep 1,017 Posts Drives: 991.1 GT3, B9 S4, E92 M3, G05 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Woodstock, GA iTrader: (3)	How about you wait until all of them are available to drive, drive them all, and pick the one you like the best instead of asking (or caring) what others think?
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3441 Rep 79,212 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	Wait for the C7 Z06, trust me! You should know, you have a C6 z06 already.
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BavarianN54 Banned 6 Rep 203 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Corvette for the win, either one.
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Alpine435i Banned 28 Rep 386 Posts Drives: 435i Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Nothing sounded as disgusting as a stock E46 M3.
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black335i Captain 193 Rep 725 Posts Drives: M 4 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: tx iTrader: (2)	M4 sounds like a craftsman 2 hp lawnmower scratch the M4 lol __________________ 2008 335i- FBO 2015 M4-exterior mods, JB4 E 85 2008 Zo6- intake 2015 Honda Accord 2020 Range Rover Sport HST
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majin ssj eric Captain 83 Rep 812 Posts Drives: 2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 Sedan Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Simons Island, GA iTrader: (0)	I'd go with the base Corvette and the Z51 package to be honest. The Z06 is just too much for me in terms of performance and style while the base car is plenty fast and much better looking. I'd love to have an M4 but can't choose it over the new Vette, its just too good for the money... __________________ 2013 Lexus GS 350 F-Sport Starfire Pearl/Flaxen w/nav 2009 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan Sapphire/Tan w/nav 1997 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
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MikeRR First Lieutenant 69 Rep 380 Posts Drives: BMW M2 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Switzerland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M2 [0.00]	Get the C7 Z06 or the regular C7 if you can't wait.
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No65mph Private 1 Rep 60 Posts Drives: Modified C63 coupe GLK 350 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Los gatos ca iTrader: (0)	I have owned vets in the past, and test drove a stock C7. I would never buy another vette. The M4 will be the better car, Period. The vette may be faster but if speed is all you're worried about, than get it. But the M4 like the M3 will drive better, it's built a lot better and doesn't feel cheap. The vette feels cheap because it's built that way. Plus the rear end of the new vette is pretty bad IMHO.
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