I'll second the Z8 vote. I bought mine new in 2001. It is still worth what I paid for it. Wonderful car with soul. Like GT owners, there are a number of Z8 owners that own multiple cars.
I'll second the Z8 vote. I bought mine new in 2001. It is still worth what I paid for it. Wonderful car with soul. Like GT owners, there are a number of Z8 owners that own multiple cars.
"The biggest argument against democracy is a five minute discussion with the average voter." -Winston Churchill
OK, If we are posting pics, I am in too!
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Brembo Prototyped their Big Brake system on my car (cause I was the first to ask) back in 01'/02'. I did all the Dinan S2 mods, CDV delete and Quaiffe Limited slip differential.
Still plan to drop in KW coilovers and a UCC short throw shifter.
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The Z8's are fantastic, but I'm a Porsche fanboy. Have tested many of them and still like the one I have - a 997 S Cab. But I have an older 997.1. Get one from the final year, a 997.2 before they introduced the new one (forgot the 9** code). The last of the 997's have the same direct injected engine as the new one. You have a choice of PDK or 6-speed. Unlike the turbo of the same vintage, the 'S' has rear wheel drive versus AWD for the turbo (which is why I went with the 'S'). The new ones are nice, but the interior is from the Panamera, and the electric steering (steering feel is THE reason to own a Porsche) is getting panned as being rather disconnected. I'm sure they'll fix it in the next year or two but until then, the 997's are the best of the lot.
I'm sure there are still a few new ones on the lots with great discounts.
Still the Z8 is fantastic. But they are getting so rare and valuable, I'd end up treating it like my FGT instead of a daily driver like my 997.
Rich
2006 Ultima GTR Red/Black LS7
2005 Ford GT White/Black
2005 CarreraS Cab - White/Black
1998 Porsche Turbo/930 - White/Black (gone)
1973 Porsche 914 - Green/Black (long gone)
I especially like the boat tail rear of those Z8's but bought the sls amg roadster instead. A similar rear and a great car to drive. A car that one can use as a daily driver and with the top off the sound of the V8 is amazing. Unfortuntely 100k will not do the job but it's worth the extra
06 Ford GT midnight blue - '12 SLS Roadster -'13 Aventador - '13 MP4- '12 VW Touareg 4,2-- 67 Chevy Camaro rs/Ss
I like the used sl65's. Twin turbo 6.0 v12 from the factory...whats not to like?
Michael Munson
MHP: Complete Drivetrain Tuning
I had one of those for several years. Yes, it was fast, but it was also heavy. It was a great highway cruiser but just didn't offer the same driving experience as my Z8. As a driver I felt somewhat detached form the car. And, as you know the MB is only offered with an automatic.Originally Posted by on d bit
The lighter and more responsive manual shifting Z8 is more of a "roadster" in the classic sense. It is a much more rewarding and "involved" driving experience. Sure the SL65 could smoke it, but if that was what I was after I would have driven my GT!
My two cents FWIW...
"The biggest argument against democracy is a five minute discussion with the average voter." -Winston Churchill
I'd vote for a Spyker, if not a DD. unique looks, rare, and German mechanical. A Z8 would be my second choice.
GTED
I would like to have one of those someday! classic lines and form. beautiful car.
Clean dd z8 is a tough car to find right now. Plenty of 135k garage queens, but I want something to drive.
Im thinking of a turbo cab...
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