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droptopman · 20 July 2019, 09:03 AM

C2/3 are my favs. Long time Corvette driver. Went to the Germans 10 years or so ago. My last one was a C5 which was a great all around car with a serious tune. Fit 2 sets of clubs on the trunk.
This has me interested. Will definitely go drive one. Biggest question will I fit in it comfortably. Old Vettes were comfortable to me. Other than getting in and out.

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BrazenC5 · 20 July 2019, 09:18 AM

My last was a C5 also (hence the handle). The C8 is going to be a huge homerun for the bowtie. If I was in the market for a sports car, this would be the end all. That level of performance and reliability...unreal.

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Originally Posted by droptopman

C2/3 are my favs. Long time Corvette driver. Went to the Germans 10 years or so ago. My last one was a C5 which was a great all around car with a serious tune. Fit 2 sets of clubs on the trunk.
This has me interested. Will definitely go drive one. Biggest question will I fit in it comfortably. Old Vettes were comfortable to me. Other than getting in and out.

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Bigblu10 · 20 July 2019, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

I'm interested to hear the price. Imagine if this started at 65k. More likely 80k.

The current ones start at 80. Bet this one is 100K, guaranteed.

Bigblu10 · 20 July 2019, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Not for me at all

Such an optimist! Neither are gold watches.

pickettt · 20 July 2019, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

The current ones start at 80. Bet this one is 100K, guaranteed.

Still a bargain, the way I see it.

ArtNouveau · 20 July 2019, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

The current ones start at 80. Bet this one is 100K, guaranteed.

C7 starts at $56K, C8 only $59K base price. Of course future Z variations will be more and yes you can run up the options list but overall it's a bargain.

Carry The Interest · 20 July 2019, 09:55 AM

I like this. I am actually really intrigued. I'm just starting to look at new cars right now and considering a sports model this time around. This may be worth the wait and see compared to a Porsche at a similar price-point. That being said, I have a hard time seeing this start at around $60k.

I think this is the best looking car they have come out with since the C4 platform (ridicule me for saying this). I am not going to lie, it definitely looks like a lot more sports cars out there than Corvette's have in the past. That doesn't stop me from saying it's a good looking car and IMO better looking than some of the recent, previous generations.

I really want to like this one. I know my grandfather would go crazy if I bought one of these things. He has a 1958 Corvette - first and only owner of the car. He brings it out for drives along the beach very infrequently these days (he's 89) but has always loved Corvette as a car manufacturer. Also had a C3 back in the 70's (those have always been my favorite) but sold it after ~5 years.

Bigblu10 · 20 July 2019, 10:29 AM

Seen this one at a movie theater parking lot. Love it! I prefer American muscle over any German or Italian any day.

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Etschell · 20 July 2019, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Carry The Interest

I like this. I am actually really intrigued. I'm just starting to look at new cars right now and considering a sports model this time around. This may be worth the wait and see compared to a Porsche at a similar price-point. That being said, I have a hard time seeing this start at around $60k.

I think this is the best looking car they have come out with since the C4 platform (ridicule me for saying this). I am not going to lie, it definitely looks like a lot more sports cars out there than Corvette's have in the past. That doesn't stop me from saying it's a good looking car and IMO better looking than some of the recent, previous generations.

I really want to like this one. I know my grandfather would go crazy if I bought one of these things. He has a 1958 Corvette - first and only owner of the car. He brings it out for drives along the beach very infrequently these days (he's 89) but has always loved Corvette as a car manufacturer. Also had a C3 back in the 70's (those have always been my favorite) but sold it after ~5 years.

Well it is starting at 60k. They confirmed it.

Carry The Interest · 20 July 2019, 10:41 AM

Rocking the AP ROC during the reveal event

Gladiat0r · 21 July 2019, 01:58 AM

Was thinking of trading my 911 turbo in for a cpo mclaren in a year or two. Honesty with the strong drivetrain and reliability of the Vette, I might go for the Z06 when they release it, which I’m assuming will be a twin turbo V8. Of course that’s depending how the C8 holds up but I bet it’s a great platform.

Corvette definitely did the right thing. Now it’s a serious 911 rival. Mid engine and dual clutch are a vicious combo.

SearChart · 21 July 2019, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

No manny tranny, I guess the dual clutch automatic gearboxes are taking over. Sad.

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Exactly. Manual or get outta here

Kimber007 · 21 July 2019, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Gladiat0r

Now it’s a serious 911 rival.

2019 911 Carrera
Horsepower: 370
Torque: 331 lb-ft
0-60: 4.4 seconds
Weight: 3,197 lbs
$91,100.00

2019 Corvette Stingray
Horsepower: 460
Torque: 465 lb-ft
0-60: 3.7 second
Weight: 3,298 lbs
$55,900

+++++++++++++++++++++++

2019 911 Turbo
Horsepower: 540
Torque: 486 lb-ft
0-60: 2.9 seconds
Weight: 3,517 lbs
Nürburgring time: 7:17 (Time for the 911 Turbo S which starts at $190,700)
$161,800

2019 Corvette Z06
Horsepower: 650
Torque: 650
0-60: 2.95
Weight: 3,524 lbs
Nürburgring time: 7:13:90
$80,900

The same driver (Christian Gebhardt) set the Nürburgring record for both cars.

You can get two Z06's for the price of one 911 Turbo, and even if you spend an extra $28,900+ to upgrade to the 911 Turbo S, you will still be over 3 seconds slower than a Z06 in a lap around the Nürburgring. If the 911 Turbo S can't come close to beating the Z06 on the Nürburgring, how do you think it will do against the Corvette on the street? This is also with the current lineup they have now.

DLRIDES · 21 July 2019, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Gladiat0r

Now it’s a serious 911 rival.

More of a destroyer than a rival, at half the cost ................and that’s coming from a 911 fan !

incontrol · 21 July 2019, 11:25 AM

I am liking the C8 and definitely interested. Let’s get the bugs out in 2020 and I will be ready in 2021.

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DLRIDES · 21 July 2019, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by incontrol

I am liking the C8 and definitely interested. Let’s get the bugs out in 2020 and I will be ready in 2021.

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This

Never ever ever ever buy a first year production.

Hopefully they will put a real transmission in 2021 models !

TheDude · 21 July 2019, 01:31 PM

You’re either a Corvette driver or you’re not. The rest doesn’t matter.

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Wolfgang427 · 21 July 2019, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by bondtoys

Horrible.

Remove the badges and none will have an idea who the maker is.
The C8 just shows how beautifully done the C7 was

IMO the new C8 looks 10X better then the cartoonish C7.....

Kudo's to Chevy as they have been trying for a mid-engine Vette since the early 70's.

derklink · 21 July 2019, 02:41 PM

C8 is a bargain like no other, it's ridiculous. Supercar territory for the price of a Porsche Cayman. Though I prefer the C7 Grand Sport manual. I think I should start looking for one...

GB-man · 21 July 2019, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDude

You’re either a Corvette driver or you’re not. The rest doesn’t matter.

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Some truth there. Driving a corvette packs more stigma than wearing a Rolex.

Never owned one and probably never will but man this one is tempting to change it up.

DLRIDES · 21 July 2019, 03:23 PM

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You’re either a Corvette driver or you’re not. The rest doesn’t matter.

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I think that’s what Chevrolet is trying to change !

Jorts, ponytails, dress socks with sandals, and gold chains are now out of style.

Dr.Brian · 22 July 2019, 12:34 AM

2 of my friends are already planning to buy one. One has been waiting patiently for about a decade or so for a mid engine. He was ecstatic that it’s not going to start in the 100s and almost caved and got an NSX reboot last year.
It looks miles better than the current model and for the money, it’s in a class by itself.

Etschell · 22 July 2019, 01:54 AM

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NZGCJu2OaAg

Here we go

GB-man · 22 July 2019, 02:42 AM

So how much is it with basic options and z51? 70k?

Etschell · 22 July 2019, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

So how much is it with basic options and z51? 70k?

Dont think that is public yet. But you may be able to get an idea from you local dealer.

The current z51 1lt is 62k. The 3lt is 72k.

So I am guessing 65 to 67k. Or 76k for the 3lt.

theeman45 · 22 July 2019, 07:33 AM

Looks like 10k market from local dealer. What is everyone else seeing?

Chiboy · 22 July 2019, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by theeman45

Looks like 10k market from local dealer. What is everyone else seeing?

Does that mean $10k over MSRP? What is it, a Daytona?

Etschell · 22 July 2019, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiboy

Does that mean $10k over MSRP? What is it, a Daytona?

Never buy the first model year of a new car imo. Too many things can happen.

Chiboy · 22 July 2019, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

Never buy the first model year of a new car imo. Too many things can happen.

I tend to agree with that, but I got a 2012 911 when they switched from the 997 to 991. A couple of minor recall items, but the car has been flawless.

mrricks · 22 July 2019, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

I'm interested to hear the price. Imagine if this started at 65k. More likely 80k.

Starting at $60K.

My C6 is an economy car. 25 mpg city, 34 highway.

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Carry The Interest "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: LA Watch: RLX, ALS Posts: 3,410	I like this. I am actually really intrigued. I'm just starting to look at new cars right now and considering a sports model this time around. This may be worth the wait and see compared to a Porsche at a similar price-point. That being said, I have a hard time seeing this start at around $60k. I think this is the best looking car they have come out with since the C4 platform (ridicule me for saying this). I am not going to lie, it definitely looks like a lot more sports cars out there than Corvette's have in the past. That doesn't stop me from saying it's a good looking car and IMO better looking than some of the recent, previous generations. I really want to like this one. I know my grandfather would go crazy if I bought one of these things. He has a 1958 Corvette - first and only owner of the car. He brings it out for drives along the beach very infrequently these days (he's 89) but has always loved Corvette as a car manufacturer. Also had a C3 back in the 70's (those have always been my favorite) but sold it after ~5 years.

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Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	Seen this one at a movie theater parking lot. Love it! I prefer American muscle over any German or Italian any day. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

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Carry The Interest "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: LA Watch: RLX, ALS Posts: 3,410	Rocking the AP ROC during the reveal event

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Gladiat0r "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: East Coast USA Posts: 477	Was thinking of trading my 911 turbo in for a cpo mclaren in a year or two. Honesty with the strong drivetrain and reliability of the Vette, I might go for the Z06 when they release it, which I’m assuming will be a twin turbo V8. Of course that’s depending how the C8 holds up but I bet it’s a great platform. Corvette definitely did the right thing. Now it’s a serious 911 rival. Mid engine and dual clutch are a vicious combo.

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derklink "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Location Location Watch: amacallit Posts: 570	C8 is a bargain like no other, it's ridiculous. Supercar territory for the price of a Porsche Cayman. Though I prefer the C7 Grand Sport manual. I think I should start looking for one...

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