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      01-08-2014, 02:13 PM   #39
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Originally Posted by Smooth 330i View Post
I read (believe C&D site) GM has no plans for ZR1 at this time as it did not sell well and will closely monitor Z06 numbers
I wouldn't be too surprised not to see a ZR1 given that the new Z06 (if these numbers are accurate) will slot above the current ZR1 and nearly match the Viper (which was already beaten by a C6 Z06 when Randy Pobst compared them at Laguna Seca) while at the same time offering a lower price point, a more controllable car, and a more pleasant off-track driving experience. Then again, I think the last ZR1 didn't sell well because lots of people just couldn't wrap their minds around a 6-figure Corvette, even with its monstrous performance, because it just wasn't a great all-around package -- but the C7 has stepped up its game, so if GM does decide to do a ZR1 this time around, I suspect it will sell much better.
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