Well, when I was looking for a sports car I took a few things in mind. I wanted an "AMERICAN" made car that can be modded to 1000hp. I had 4 cars in mind. I had the Ford GT was my first option (I had problems finding one for sale that wasn't beat to hell and back), Shelby GT500 (way too heavy), The Viper (ugly) or the new Z06. My choice was the Z06. I wanted a car that I can work on. Sure, I could have bought a used Ferrari, or a Lambo, GT2 Porsche, or anything of that nature, but I dont know jack about those cars. With this car I can make stupid power, and turn wrenches on it. I get a kick from working on cars. And I didn't think I can do that on a "exotic" car. I have friends that have those cars and they pay out the ass for just an oil change.