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Jun 30, 2008 | 06:12 PM

sslateron

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I'd like to know what kind of gas mileage you getting? I know it's irrelevant driving a big block 7.0, but I'm looking to buy a C6Z. I don't want to be so broke I can't buy gas.

Thanks!

Jun 30, 2008 | 06:59 PM

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I'm at 20K miles on my 07' Z. I average 25 mpg back and forth to work, (80% freeway driving). It will do better than that on trips, (26.5-27). Stay out of it and it does very well. It is explosive if you need it to be. You will love it.

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Jun 30, 2008 | 07:25 PM

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You've seen mine.

21 city and 28 hwy

Nice sig!

Too bad I can't spell "Buy".

Jun 30, 2008 | 07:49 PM

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WHAT...!!! That's so good for a 7.0L! That info push me even more on buying that rolling chassis.

Jun 30, 2008 | 08:00 PM

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I've only had mine a couple of days but it isn't looking too good around the city. I can almost see the gauge go down as I drive. The C5 Z is much better.

Jun 30, 2008 | 08:07 PM

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I average about 16 and I drive rather aggressively.

Jun 30, 2008 | 08:35 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sslateron

I'd like to know what kind of gas mileage you getting? I know it's irrelevant driving a big block 7.0, but I'm looking to buy a C6Z. I don't want to be so broke I can't buy gas.

Thanks!

18mpg city and not babying it
25mpg hwy

Not bad for a 610hp NA car.

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Jul 1, 2008 | 01:24 AM

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The LS7 is one efficient monster big block! The performance golden era is here!

Jul 1, 2008 | 08:51 AM

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If you are buying a C6 Z, you should be able to afford $4 gas.

Jul 1, 2008 | 09:12 AM

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Wow

It is a small block, not a big block.

Dusty, you should have caught that...... LOL

Jul 1, 2008 | 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by sslateron

I'd like to know what kind of gas mileage you getting? I know it's irrelevant driving a big block 7.0, but I'm looking to buy a C6Z. I don't want to be so broke I can't buy gas.

Thanks!

Quote:

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The LS7 is one efficient monster big block! The performance golden era is here!

i could have sworn the c6z was still a small block?!???

Jul 1, 2008 | 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by jub jub

I've only had mine a couple of days but it isn't looking too good around the city. I can almost see the gauge go down as I drive. The C5 Z is much better.

John do you think it might have something to do with the weight of your right foot.....

Jul 1, 2008 | 10:18 AM

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If you are buying a C6 Z, you should be able to afford $4 gas.

+1000000000000000000

Jul 1, 2008 | 11:14 AM

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If you are buying a C6 Z, you should be able to afford $4 gas.

Very true!! But it never hurts to be money conscience in todays economy. We all wish gas was cheaper!

Most individuals don't realize how fuel efficient these new Z's really are. "Small block 427ci" and "fuel efficient" are two phrases that are typically not used in the same sentence.

Jul 1, 2008 | 09:05 PM

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Can't put a price on a WOT run in the Z!

Jul 1, 2008 | 11:37 PM

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When I had mine I would see between 24-25, and that was a pretty good mix of both city and highway. It could have been better, but better = less fun....and the Z is FUN!!!

Jul 1, 2008 | 11:52 PM

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I can't seem to keep it above 13

I reset it today, had it going good at 22mpg, then I got the need for speed. 5 minutes later it was down to 12.8.

Jul 5, 2008 | 04:20 PM

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[QUOTE=1BDHWK;9655435]You've seen mine.

21 city and 28 hwy

Same here

Jul 5, 2008 | 04:58 PM

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Can't put a price on a WOT run in the Z!

Sure you can. About $55-60K and getting cheaper each week.

Oh, even cheaper than that. $48-49K near me. Some 06's will be very affordable in another year, around $43-46K.

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...ice=&cardist=9

and
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...e=&cardist=490

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