Apr 8, 2020 · In 2010, the Z51 package was replaced with the Corvette Grand Sport. However, RPO Z51 would return for the C7 generation in 2014. C7 Corvette: 2014-2019. The seventh-generation Z51 package returned with a bang. Z51 cars wore taggered wheels — 19″ up front, 20″ in the rear — and the upgraded brakes were fed by cooling ducts.

Aug 1, 2018 · As a contrast to the Z06, the Z51 allows you to shuffle your own gears, which adds a layer of connection. “This, honestly, this one right here with the manual and the 6.2, has completely sold me on the C7 Corvette. The Z06 is nuts …

Mar 7, 2018 · The Z51 is an extremely capable sports car, no doubt about it. Its a performance upgrade to the base Corvette that adds better brakes, better suspension technology, bigger wheels, rear spoiler, and a high G capable oiling system as …

Dec 22, 2023 · Z51 Performance Package, includes (J55) performance brakes, (J6A) Black-painted calipers, slotted brake rotors, (Z52) dry sump oil system, (FE3) Z51 performance suspension, specific shocks, springs and stabilizer bars, (XFJ) P245/35ZR19 front and P285/30ZR20 rear tires, (Q7S) Silver-painted aluminum, 19" front and 20" rear wheels, …

Jan 26, 2016 · Pure mathematics, in that the Z51 costs less than the Z06. 2. The C7 Z51 option is a better everyday car for the road and highway. 3. If you don’t track your C7, the extra cost for a Z06 is really a waste. 4. 460 horsepower is more than enough for most. 5. Cost again.

Dec 12, 2019 · C7 General Discussion - Z51 vs. Grand Sport - My understanding is that the Grand Sport is superior to the StingRay with Z51 for the following reasons: 1. The GS is faster than the Z51. The 2019 Corvette Brochure says the Stingray with Z51 does 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds while the GS does it in 3.6 seconds.

Mar 15, 2017 · C7 General Discussion - Stingray vs. Z51, advice needed - Seriously shopping for a C7 and this forum has been a valuable source of information. I need some input from Sting Ray and Z51 owners. All the vettes I've looked at are Z51's. My preference is for the softer ride of the base Sting Ray, I'll never track the car...

Decoding 2014, 2015 and 2016 C7 VINs 2014 VIN Decoding: C7 VINs include a code that indicates trim level, transmission and Z51/non-Z51: This is an example of a VIN # for a 2014 Corvette Coupe (3LT, Z51, MN7): 1 G 1 Y L 2 D 7 X E 5 1 0 0 0 0 1 There are 17 characters. Starting with first character on left the codes are: 01. "1"= Built in US 02.

Dec 21, 2023 · C7 General Discussion - Z51 vs base - Recently I went on a trip and the rental agency let me pick anything on the lot - the best I found was a Chrysler 300s with a V8. Immediately after leaving I gave it some gas and the rear end slipped out, and it would do this essentially anytime I gave it moderate gas at lower...

May 25, 2016 · Base, a stripper C7, With the Z51, a bit more performance oriented, slightly quicker. GS a downscale Z06, better handling than the base and Z51 due to larger tires and some upgrades to the suspension, same engine as the base and Z51, gearing is different so reported to be a bit quicker but no real world info on that yet.