SmokingWS6

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Maybe because its AWD lol

LSONE

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LMFAO

GAME OVER

all i know is that if im gunna pay that much for a ride, that bitch better be able to withstand rain and snow thats for sure

Race Car Driver

I'm thinking around $25,000.

Another_User

Exactly.

NOSjohn

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Nah, between 12,900 and 15,900...I'm guessing. You can get the 572ci R version Chevrolet crate motor (720hp) for $13,995 right now. Titanium rods and dry sump aren't that much more.

Go HERE and post your guess.

Race Car Driver

I agree with your Z572 pricing, but a new all aluminum LS7 427 probably costs twice as much. For example, current LS6 427 from LPE and other shops will cost at least $20,000.

NOSjohn

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I like your theory on pricing. No, just for their shortblock, it is $12,995 and I'm sure LPE includes labor and assembly in their pricing. I think GM probably gets a little better pricing on their engine components, as well as, labor pricing than LPE.

Race Car Driver

All my posts are about the cost of an entire LS7 motor, 25 to 30 k?

Another_User

All I know is that I feel sorry for whoever gets the engine that the reporter helped put together in that video. I bet those crank journals are gouged.

Camaroz

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with that much HP and that much TQ AWD still aint gonna help you that much in the snow

BigPlanTransAm

in regards to the driveline loss for awd: if you look at the subarus theyre actually a rwd car most of the time but when the rear wheels start slipping, that is when the awd kicks in. now, on a vette, what if they did the same thing? have the awd kick in when traction is the major concern and then revert back to rwd for top end pulls.
i dont know why some of you are so paranoid about how horrible it would be to have an awd corvette in existance . maybe you are the same guys who are shocked and dismayed by the removal of the flip up headlights.
change is good my friends. and if we have the technology for a better car why not use it?
oh and btw: GM owns subaru so im sure they could take the same t-case and beef it up to handle the power.

black_z

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No. Go RWD or go home.

BigPlanTransAm

some people are so closed minded...

52172

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awd is added weight and the vettes best feature is its weight and its 7 litre of course.
I think porsche has a great awd design it only adds 300 pounds to the car which is pretty good. It might be the lightest awd drivetrain around.

NOSjohn

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Hahhaaa...the train off the track is definately reminiscent of this post.

I don't think GM has EVER made an AWD car...unless you consider the Sy/Ty a car.

chuntington101

i dont know what you guys are moning about. we have TVRs over here (UK) and we get S**T weather and it doesn't stop us from using and enjoying them! try 400bhp in a 1100Kg car!

thanks Chris.

PS. it would be nice to see the new car with coil springs all round. could help with the handeling!

BigPlanTransAm

or unless you consider every subaru on the road...
and what if they made AWD an option? those who dont want to get it, dont have to, but its there for those who do

Dipstick

So, can I buy a Z06 427 C.I. motor from my local dealer?

NOSjohn

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GM branded - Chevy, Buick, etc. Not owned by GM.

I like AWD, anytime there is room for options on a car, it should be chosen.