Hertz Rent-a-ZL1 750HP - GT500 Competition

[roygriffin2020]

This should be what is coming for the ZL1, just a matter of time.

https://www.motorauthority.com/news...evrolet-camaro-zl1-from-hertz-because-america

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[Ninjak]

Pretty cool. Like the rent a acer program Hertz had with Ford. Not so bad a job on the Camaro's styling as well.

 

[jvandy50]

All we really need for the low low price of $5995 ;)

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[Kurac]

Is GM definitely not putting the LT5 in the ZL1?
It just seems like a no brainer and have an instant GT500 competitor.

 

[roygriffin2020]

Is GM definitely not putting the LT5 in the ZL1?
It just seems like a no brainer and have an instant GT500 competitor.

Everything I have read GM denies it, but a camo Camaro has been seen testing that was extremely loud. It seems to be a no brainer. The ZL1 has been boosted to 1000hp by several tuners and so far seem reliable.

 

[V00D00]

Adding power is just that. Without the ancillary modifications to handle it, from an OEM offerings standpoint, it might be fast for a few seconds, but a dog after that

 

[roygriffin2020]

Adding power is just that. Without the ancillary modifications to handle it, from an OEM offerings standpoint, it might be fast for a few seconds, but a dog after that

I agree to a point, but it is only 100hp extra and the ZL1 was built beefy enough to take the extra power. Maybe 850, I would be concerned about half shafts, drive shaft, cooling and brakes, etc.

 

[V00D00]

I agree to a point, but it is only 100hp extra and the ZL1 was built beefy enough to take the extra power. Maybe 850, I would be concerned about half shafts, drive shaft, cooling and brakes, etc.

I think the cooling places the most importance. look at the cars that have been modified by aftermarket for just that hp.. they are only good in the 1/4

 

[roygriffin2020]

I think the cooling places the most importance. look at the cars that have been modified by aftermarket for just that hp.. they are only good in the 1/4

Very true. Even the extra torque on the trans and diff can make parts deteriorate quickly. Even just increasing cooling fluid amounts will help a lot, which sadly also increases the weight of the car. The 2020 GT500 should have a lot more fluid amounts to keep it cool for longer track lengths/laps.

 

[V00D00]

I just cant see an upside for GM, from a business perspective.
Car is slated to be discontinued anyway
Overall sales are down
1LE sales are abysmal
R&D for OEM compliance/warranty costs
Turnover +mixed to bad reviews for street usage

Whats the upside? All I could see is bragging rights, and thats a big IF, IF it outperforms its direct competitor

 

[roygriffin2020]

I just cant see an upside for GM, from a business perspective.
Car is slated to be discontinued anyway
Overall sales are down
1LE sales are abysmal
R&D for OEM compliance/warranty costs
Turnover +mixed to bad reviews for street usage

Whats the upside? All I could see is bragging rights, and thats a big IF, IF it outperforms its direct competitor

Actually, the car is not slated to be discontinued as what I have read. Just the new one postponed. I assume it is the 755HP ZR1 motor and upgrades to go with it are needing more time.

 

[9secondko]

Meh.

For an aftermarket setup, that’s not much.

Hertz can do a 500 too with 900 hp.

And they won’t even need a new SC.

 

[roygriffin2020]

Meh.

For an aftermarket setup, that’s not much.

Hertz can do a 500 too with 900 hp.

And they won’t even need a new SC.

 

[hlfbkd420]

The ZL1 has proven to be a badass ride but the average person doesn't care. They see a 5.0 and are like "nice ride".. The ZL1.. Not so much.

(disclaimer, I think it's a badass car)

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