If you sold your EMIRA what’s next?

[hellasf1]

Just for fun. If you sold your EMIRA and bought another vehicle what would it be? (Around the same price or less than the EMIRA)

 

[Tomwa]

I too choose this guys C8.

Well from the side anyway, darker Grey definitely works better with the black bits. The headlights on the c8 , and front end in general I don't love though.

 

[Beachbum]

I travel to the US(Mainly FL) a lot and see the C8 being used a lot too, but all I see them doing is driving up and down Interstates and/or large state roads. I have yet to see one pushed hard.....ever.
Almost seems a waste given their performance capabilities. However, they do look AMAZING !!!

 

[Fasttoys]

While the C8 leaves some things to be desired it is absolutely a performance BARGAIN. In some configurations it looks better than others. I like how yours is setup.

Thanks, I am not a typical corvette car guy, love euro sports cars. This color was not a typical Z color & my build all in was 119k, paid MSRP not over but they are going for under now and a true bargain. It’s all about the engine in this car, stupid power with revs to 8600 and the exhaust sound with its burbles and pops are insane. Happy Holidays. R8 would be slower but I sold my manual gated R8 and miss that car ever since. Next R8 will be a PDK.

 

[Fasttoys]

When I had my PPF installed they removed the corvette on rear and emblem on front. I left it off. This color changes in the light it a Tri-Coat, my wheels are graphite not black they were discounted for 2024 which is my car. The Z comes with Coil overs will have it lowered .50 inches front to .70 inches rear. That will happen next week been way to busy. Emira is a much better looking car, doing what I can to improve the looks of the Z, back end looks better without corvette lettering. So does the front without emblem.

Added heat protection to Lower trunk temperature it’s helped about 15 degrees. Dopey tires are just stupid 275/30/20 Front XL Rear 345/25/21

 

[Nova]

I travel to the US(Mainly FL) a lot and see the C8 being used a lot too, but all I see them doing is driving up and down Interstates and/or large state roads. I have yet to see one pushed hard.....ever.
Almost seems a waste given their performance capabilities. However, they do look AMAZING !!!

We can't push our cars hard on the road in most places. You'd have to go somewhere rural or be in an area where the police are not enforcing laws to see cars pushed on public roads. A car like the C8, and the Emira to a similar extent, makes going out for a drive a special event even if you are not pushing things. So while a great many number of C8s never see a race track or get to approach the performance potential they were designed for, their owners are nonetheless having a great time driving them around.

 

[Fasttoys]

I agree, these cars have more power than any street can allow. The Z06 is event when it’s on all the race settings on the street, it helps since no manual is offered. The Emira is an event because your connected especially with the manual trans engagement at any speed.

 

[Boulder]

I’d get a koenigsegg.

 

[Carig5A]

We can't push our cars hard on the road in most places. You'd have to go somewhere rural or be in an area where the police are not enforcing laws to see cars pushed on public roads. A car like the C8, and the Emira to a similar extent, makes going out for a drive a special event even if you are not pushing things. So while a great many number of C8s never see a race track or get to approach the performance potential they were designed for, their owners are nonetheless having a great time driving them around.

Correct - I enjoy my Z06 MT not quite the C8 haha

 

[Fasttoys]

My previous C7 Z51 & Z06 both manuals with my Audi R8 gated manual

 

[Carig5A]

My previous C7 Z51 & Z06 both manuals with my Audi R8 gated manual
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Nice rides!!!!

 

[Matt]

I will be next gen lotus sports car (new) or NA Ferrari or Lambo (old). LOL

 

[Ceej]

McLaren Artura would be high on my list. Got to demo this one and feels very similar to the Emira handling wise… no manual but 152mph on main straight vs 129mph

I’ve always wanted a GT4 with DeMan Motorsport treatment… more power and better gearing to really transform the car.

I really enjoy my daily an F87 M2c, but the GRP titanium exhaust really transformed the Emira. Makes me wanna drive it daily and keep her forever.

 

[cyanmauve]

Not too many "modern" cars I'm interested in right now. Probably go back to a Porsche 356 which are crazy overpriced for a good one, but have so much character they are irresistible to me.

Would you consider one of the “tribute” replicas?

 

[KAR120C]

Would you consider one of the “tribute” replicas?

No, but if I didn’t need a roof over my head I’d definitely be up for an Emory Outlaw.

 

[trackday14]

Doesn’t the new 992.2 911T one have shorter gearing and a move to the more engaging 6 speed from the 7 speed?

It moved to a 6-speed, but Porsche said it did not alter the gear ratios. See also: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a62933258/2025-porsche-911-carrera-t-manual-drive/

 

[Tomwa]

McLaren Artura would be high on my list. Got to demo this one and feels very similar to the Emira handling wise… no manual but 152mph on main straight vs 129mph


I’ve always wanted a GT4 with DeMan Motorsport treatment… more power and better gearing to really transform the car.

I really enjoy my daily an F87 M2c, but the GRP titanium exhaust really transformed the Emira. Makes me wanna drive it daily and keep her forever.

I like McLarens in general. However. It makes it very difficult for the brand when they keep dropping new models all 200+k dollar machines. In 3 years when they have launched 4 new cars. How is anyone supposed to feel about a McLaren GT. Compared to a 570...or 650...or 720..

For their P1. Incredible machine... Except the hybrid systems are killing the car. The W1 will have the same problem. The Senna is cool and rare, and the speedtail rarer still...since it never would get approved for US import.

I love the details of McLarens up close. Compared the thr beginnings with the MP4-12C the styling got kicked up. The P1 is ultimate in looks, literally my number 1 of all time. but God the 720s is insane standing next to it.

Problem is. In a McLaren line up...many people would be hard pressed to tell you which one was most special. Overall...they are a bit fatiguing to look at. There just doesn't seem to be a natural focus or a flow to the body, so your eye just gets lost and you glaze over. In my opinion at least.

They do feel proper super car, but in 7-10 years when the style changes, will anyone remember fondly all the models from this generation? Outside of the engine and performance, I think not.

All that to say. Take with a grain of salt. My area has a McLaren dealer, and on any Tuesday night in good weather I can see at least 2 examples. I've seen hers & his McLarens at the track. So my exposure level may be higher than normal.

 

[HdoBadr]

I wouldn't sell but if the Emira would not have existed. I would buy Alfa Romeo Stelvio QV. Absolute beast that one

 

[Fasttoys]

My biggest complaint with McLaren, Ferrari, and even Lamborgini is the total cost of ownership. What is the sports car truly costing me based on the entertainment value, as mine are never driven daily and are just for personal entertainment?

If you look at Porsche and stick with the GT cars—for example, GT3/GT3RS/GT4/GT4 RS—and if you can get it at MSRP, ownership cost is far better than that of many sports cars because of its very slow depreciation. My buddy lost 90k on his Lamborghini and 71k on his Mclaren in one year before COVID-19 hit (2019). If he had timed it better and sold it in late 2022, he would have been, even if not up.

+ any car I own I only feel comfortable that it has a warranty on it that will truly cover it. My R8 had an extended warranty at the 5-year mark with only 17k miles, the shock started leaking, and all needed to be replaced, a very common problem on R8s. To replace them all with installation cost 11k & If I did the job with new parts it was 6k (Some will change to conventional shocks much cheaper and disable the MAG Ride). Then 4 months later the AC imploded the compressor was shaft driven, and when it went out it blew shrapnel all through the system. (Very Common occurrence with a cost of 3.5k to fix) Warranty paid for it all. My buddy's 458 gearbox and F1 module went out and it cost him over 50k to get it fixed. The dealer wanted 76k and that was before COVID pricing in 2019. An extended warranty is a must for me on any pre-owned sports car because one issue can change the cost of ownership, especially on cars north of 90k.

 

[Eagle7]

My biggest complaint with McLaren, Ferrari, and even Lamborgini is the total cost of ownership. What is the sports car truly costing me based on the entertainment value, as mine are never driven daily and are just for personal entertainment?

If you look at Porsche and stick with the GT cars—for example, GT3/GT3RS/GT4/GT4 RS—and if you can get it at MSRP, ownership cost is far better than that of many sports cars because of its very slow depreciation. My buddy lost 90k on his Lamborghini and 71k on his Mclaren in one year before COVID-19 hit (2019). If he had timed it better and sold it in late 2022, he would have been, even if not up.

+ any car I own I only feel comfortable that it has a warranty on it that will truly cover it. My R8 had an extended warranty at the 5-year mark with only 17k miles, the shock started leaking, and all needed to be replaced, a very common problem on R8s. To replace them all with installation cost 11k & If I did the job with new parts it was 6k (Some will change to conventional shocks much cheaper and disable the MAG Ride). Then 4 months later the AC imploded the compressor was shaft driven, and when it went out it blew shrapnel all through the system. (Very Common occurrence with a cost of 3.5k to fix) Warranty paid for it all. My buddy's 458 gearbox and F1 module went out and it cost him over 50k to get it fixed. The dealer wanted 76k and that was before COVID pricing in 2019. An extended warranty is a must for me on any pre-owned sports car because one issue can change the cost of ownership, especially on cars north of 90k.

For me, a sports car is supposed to be fun; fun to drive and own. What you describe doesn't sound like fun at all, more of a worrisome burden. I don't daily drive mine either, especially now that I'm retired (I use/used my Alfa Romeo Giulia for that). I drive the Emira when I can though, weather permitting. Although it looks and feels like an exotic, the fact that it doesn't have an exotic powertrain or suspension is a big plus for me. It checks off virtually all the boxes I was looking for in a fun sports car.

 

[Fasttoys]

For me, a sports car is supposed to be fun; fun to drive and own. What you describe doesn't sound like fun at all, more of a worrisome burden. I don't daily drive mine either, especially now that I'm retired (I use/used my Alfa Romeo Giulia for that). I drive the Emira when I can though, weather permitting. Although it looks and feels like an exotic, the fact that it doesn't have an exotic powertrain or suspension is a big plus for me. It checks off virtually all the boxes I was looking for in a fun sports car.

Makes sense, fun & excitement are a factor for me too. In the end, everyone has a budget but I always try to keep logic on the table when making an emotional decision on any large purchase. This philosophy has worked well for me but not projecting anyone else to follow it. For example, I can afford a GT3-RS but is the excitement factor difference on how I am going to use it worth the extra cash out of my pocket versus buying a GT3 instead? When you spend 150k+ on a pre-owned sports car and it happens to be out of warranty you open yourself up to gotcha. Some people don't think about it and they jump all in and stretch their budget then boom happens. The reason Lotus brags about the engine being from Toyota is because of its reliability & the past history of Lotus. My Lotus Evora was a 2011 and was very reliable but the Lotus team kept pointing out how they were using reliable parts from other car manufacturers to make it. Anyway, the Emira versus a Fearri 458, 488, Mclaren, or even a Lamborghini is much less expensive to repair if it's out of warranty. Many on this forum probably can afford those sports cars but decided driving an Emira is more practical and more fun to drive.