New mid engine C8

[c4racer2]

Yes I would tend to agree. But I will keep my mind open about that for now.

I have a Porsche Panamera with the PDK and it is pretty darn good. Does still take some of the fun out of driving however. Pretty sure I wouldn’t want that on a 911

[andrewb70]

Aren't you in for a treat!

Y'all can chuckle at the golf bag situation, but I think it is incredibly smart of GM to take this into account. Back in the early 1990s I was selling Mazdas, and the hottest little car on the market back then was the Mazda Miata. You guys have no idea how many deals were sent down the drain when the potential owners realized that they can't put ONE golf bag in the trunk of a Miata. Given the demographic (psychographic) nature of the average Corvette owner, being able to put two golf bags in it is genius.

Andrew

[minendrews68]

NOT A FAN!!!!
Looks like a warmed over camaro.
They don't have enough original design ability to come up with something new so they tried to knock off a lambo-Ferrari clone.
SAD!!!!

I guess haters gotta hate..

[slimjim]

Y'all can chuckle at the golf bag situation, but I think it is incredibly smart of GM to take this into account. Back in the early 1990s I was selling Mazdas, and the hottest little car on the market back then was the Mazda Miata. You guys have no idea how many deals were sent down the drain when the potential owners realized that they can't put ONE golf bag in the trunk of a Miata. Given the demographic (psychographic) nature of the average Corvette owner, being able to put two golf bags in it is genius.

Andrew

I think it's a smart move as well, there's always a C7 or two EVERY time I play any one of my local courses

[mikedc]

The C8 looks like every other exotic because it's trying to run as fast as every other exotic. Engineering dictates most of the styling at this level now.


Never mind kit cars - this is gonna cause a trend of mid-engine classic muscle cars. Not everyone wants an LS motor, but everyone does like Tremec trannys and Corvette suspension parts.


I don't see how they can sell that thing for $60k. Maybe they are gonna eat the cost for a while to try to hook in some younger buyers.

Let's see what the differences & price increases are with the optioned-up ones. It might be starting at $60k on paper but cost $80k to get it with tires and seats. (And then there is the extra "market adjustment" tax added on by the dealerships...)

Man, the last batch of C7s are gonna be bargains.

[67-LS1]

Quote - “Never mind kit cars - this is gonna cause a trend of mid-engine classic muscle cars. Not everyone wants an LS motor, but everyone does like Tremec trannys and Corvette suspension parts.”

At $60k, you could buy one for the parts. Engine, trans axle, suspension, electronics for your mid engine Chevelle or ??? and sell the body/interior to someone who wants to hang it on a wall as art.
At least you won’t have to wait until the transaxle shows up as a crate component.
Foose, Kindig, what do you think?

[1sikride]

https://driving.ca/chevrolet/corvett...8-stingray/amp

[Alponcho]

I’ve chimed in once here already, but the more I look at the e-brochure, the more I like it. I’ve had a lot of nice cars over the years in my 40 years of driving, but have never been this excited about a new car. I’m not a Vette guy either.

[Hemi8]

Very cool, I'd love to have one. Hats off to Chevy, nice, nice.

Mike

[Jaymzz]

I have been seriously debating selling my Trailblazer SS and buying a C8. I have always loved Corvettes except how the side frame rails are so high and makes it a little to hard to get in and out of them. The C8 now has lower side sills and made it very appealing to me. Plus it is just sexy!

[Larry Callahan]

How long before the space that is the trunk is filled with turbos and an intercooler? Now that's would really make it a fun car.

[Bullrider]

Very impressed with the engineers at Chevrolet for what they have achieved at this price point. The base car with Z51 will be beating so may exotics from across the pond. So proud of them for designing this mid engined corvette and keeping true to the history-low price, storage space, drive ability and performance. I can’t see how anyone with automotive experience can dislike the C8-it has really changed the game. Think of how many used European models (360, 430, Gallardo, 911, 12C, NSX) will change in value once this hits the dealers. I knew the 2020 models would sell out quickly. Great job GM.

[cornfedbill]

I've seen some in camo near my place. I live only a few miles from GM Milford Proving Ground. One of my coworkers has seen a couple up close without the camo. It looks better in person than in the photos.

I will chime in on the golf bags. It makes a difference. So many of the drivers at the Sandhills Open Road Challenge comment about how comfortable and practical their Vettes are. They get great fuel economy for what they are, can hold a lot of luggage for two people, and are very capable road racing cars.

I was worried that the C8 would not retain the practicality of the previous few generations. I am pleasantly surprised.

[NCC-1701]

Y'all can chuckle at the golf bag situation, but I think it is incredibly smart of GM to take this into account. Back in the early 1990s I was selling Mazdas, and the hottest little car on the market back then was the Mazda Miata. You guys have no idea how many deals were sent down the drain when the potential owners realized that they can't put ONE golf bag in the trunk of a Miata. Given the demographic (psychographic) nature of the average Corvette owner, being able to put two golf bags in it is genius.

Andrew

Agree 100%. Not only can you fit golf clubs but what kills me in our C6 is that when you take the roof off your storage space is basically gone. But with the C8 you stow the roof in the trunk and still have the frunk for storage. I will definitely be getting one and at 34 I will be considerably below their after customer age.

I never buy first model year because there will undoubtedly be bugs that need to be worked out #1. #2 You know they will launch the Z06 in year two which will give you a sense of where every other model lands for the rest of the C8 range)Grand Sport as we know is just going to be a Z06 with the base engine). At that point I should know which direction I want to go. The one model I probably won't wait on is the ZR1 or Zora because it sounds like the batteries/electric motors for that model will take up the afformentioned frunk, which to me is a key feature.

So my decision order will be:
2022 Z06 if I like the wide body kit and powertrain.
202X Grandsport if I like the wide body kit but prefer the LT2 powertrain.
2021 Z51 if I don't like the wide body kit or Z06 powertrain.

[WILWAXU]

How long before the space that is the trunk is filled with turbos and an intercooler? Now that's would really make it a fun car.

I bet they add those and keep the trunk ;)

[cornfedbill]

I bet they add those and keep the trunk ;)

It's already under development at GM. No, they will not fill the trunk. Yes, you should be able to buy one in about 2 years.

You can have your turbos and golf clubs too.

[TheJDMan]

So basically take an American V8 and swap it into a European style body...

Yep, last time it was done it was called a Cobra and a fella named Shelby made it famous by kicking euro a**.

[David Pozzi]

Taken at Laguna Seca
Transaxle is by Tremec, a dual clutch "automatic". I'm not sure if this means a planetary drive or gears. Many choices of wheels and three types of seats available.
Video about the transaxle: https://youtu.be/k0FjkvFQcso

[David Pozzi]

[David Pozzi]