[bowtieboy]

Posting this to see if anyone would like to offer any information, opinions or insite on what might be the better car to run in stock class, to include Nationals ~ car would not be a daily driver (trying to weigh my options)......feel free to "shoot from the hip"

2002 Z06
- Cost around $25,000. Still holding up well at National level events, but the Lotus and GT3 seem to have a definite advantage. Shocks (Penski) are pretty expensive (around $3000 ?). No wheel hop. Tires are around $1300 a full set. Would need smoething to transport tires (or car)

2007 Mustang GT (Shelby conversion)- Cost around $25,000 (converted). Top car in class thus far. Warrantee. Shocks $750 Minimal to no wheel hop. Tires are around $1300. I believe race tires will all fit in car.

98-02 SS- Cost $15,000 (for one with lower miles). Seems to still be competetive (should have a better idea later in the year). Shocks $750. Front bar $150. Wheel hop. VictorRacers (for local events) $880 / Divisionals or Nationals $1000 Tires can fit in car (in a pinch).

The costs are not an overriding factor but due play into my thought process (thus my reasons for showing prices). I just would like to see what else I could be over looking or what someone might be willing to share. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thanks

[bowtieboy]

Chuck - I agree, from an autocross stand point, it's coming across as the front runner.....just have to get over my brand loyality (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) .........I'll try and call this weekend.

BigEnos - I did know about what is needed to put a Shelby together (but I did not expreess it) so I do appreciate you for taking the time to pass the informaiton along ~ thanks

sgarnett - yeah, the "fun factor" side is pulling me towards the Z06 .....but I'm trying to keep an open mind about what might be best and I'm concerned about the other 2 "players" in that group having just a little too much of an advantage.

Sam - as alway, thank you very much for taking the time to give your insite ~ it is alway greatly appreciated. In having experience in all 3 vehicles, I was hoping that you woud offer your informative/objective point of view......and thanks for the honesty

In learning that the Penski shocks aren't a must for the Z06 sure does make it look better on the financial side.

EDIT: I wasn't as clear as I should have been on the tires ~ meaning with the SS, one could use the VictorRacers (less expensive tires) at the local level and the A6's for practices before (and for) the divisional and National events.....not an option for the Shelby or Z06

Thanks again for all the replies......