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s14roller · 22 July 2019, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Chiboy

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.

Fair, but the 911 platforms have been more of a renovation than innovation from gen to gen. As a carmaker, Porsche is top notch so I wouldn't expect many issues prior to the production cars reaching consumers.

The C8 is a significant departure from the C7 and previous gens.

ttomczak · 22 July 2019, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

Zr1 or z06 will prob have option. But this is the way the market is going.

Actually they may not, Tadge J. Gave an interview about the packaging basically precluded the three pedal layout... it would put the clutch in direct interference with the drivers side wheel well.

ttomczak · 22 July 2019, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BBL

https://www.foxnews.com/auto/chevrol...ngine-corvette

"According to a new report by Hagerty, development of the new mid-engine Corvette is delayed partly due to the aluminum frame warping so much when the car accelerates, that the glass engine cover is busting. The car, which has a twin-turbocharged V8 hybrid powertrain, is said to be able to deliver as much as 1,000 horsepower."

Fake news. This never happened.

Chiboy · 22 July 2019, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by s14roller

Fair, but the 911 platforms have been more of a renovation than innovation from gen to gen. As a carmaker, Porsche is top notch so I wouldn't expect many issues prior to the production cars reaching consumers.

The C8 is a significant departure from the C7 and previous gens.

Very valid points on both cars.

Obviously going from RWD to mid-engine is not evolutionary.

ArtNouveau · 22 July 2019, 01:07 PM

I started filling in the “reservation form” on chevrolet.com until I had to pick a dealer and they wanted a $500 deposit. $500 deposit for what amounts to “hey, I’m interested” not an order, and no projected date in site. I am interested but don’t need to be an early adopter. I expect there will be a thriving grey market for them early on as well as gouging by dealers but it won’t last long, maybe a year at the most.
My thought pattern to whom might be interested. I am nearing retirement and once settled in hope to acquire a secondary “fun” car. I’ve had a Cayman and a 911 but my leading candidate has been a used Alfa 4C which are now dropping to the $40-45K range. Drive one before judging, a lightweight carbon tub no frills sports car, they are incredibly fun but being Italian will likely be finicky down the road. Second choice has been a 981 Boxster, you can get a very nice example in the $35-40K range. I know from Porsche ownership that they will be reliable for years to come.
And then this wacky new ‘Vette drops. 500hp midengine car for only $15-20K more? My head is spinning.

droptopman · 23 July 2019, 01:51 AM

Lol, this thread has me doing research on the new Vette....I had a plan for my next vehicle but it may have changed.

Turnaround · 23 July 2019, 02:03 AM

Wow, I think I’ve just had a midlife crisis...

RLX_NY · 23 July 2019, 03:20 AM

good looking car for sure and a lot of bang for your buck.

encarter13 · 24 July 2019, 03:53 AM

The more I look at it, the more I like it.

doubleroll · 28 July 2019, 03:44 AM

I like it quite a bit! IMHO might just be the best vette since C2/C3 models. Full disclosure, I am a biased corvette owner...well make that previous owner as I ‘handed down” my 1972 Stingray to my Son as a college graduation gift ;-)

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centaur · 30 July 2019, 04:50 AM

I like it even though it looks like they're inspired a bit by Lamborghini.

twitch54 · 30 July 2019, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

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

wrong it 'starts' at less than 60k, figure on a nicely equipped Z51 variant to fall in and around low to mid seventies.

Is there another mid-engine car (read Porsche 718) that will compete ? Not just no but Hell No !!

twitch54 · 30 July 2019, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

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

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

exactly, and with the demise of the Camaro just a couple years away and demographics of their crowd vs that of the avg age Corvette buyer (low/mid sixties) you can see where this is going !

DLRIDES · 30 July 2019, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by twitch54

exactly, and with the demise of the Camaro just a couple years away and demographics of their crowd vs that of the avg age Corvette buyer (low/mid sixties) you can see where this is going !

The majority of Corvette owners in this area are standing in line at the K&W Cafeteria during tapioca pudding and green bean night.

ttomczak · 30 July 2019, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

The majority of Corvette owners in this area are standing in line at the K&W Cafeteria during tapioca pudding and green bean night.

Really, from a fellow NC'er???

I'm on my 7th, and started when I was 19 in College with a 65 (used of course) tuxedo black 4 speed coupe...

My 18 C7 is awesome on the way to K&W...

TheVTCGuy · 30 July 2019, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ttomczak

Really, from a fellow NC'er???

I'm on my 7th, and started when I was 19 in College with a 65 (used of course) tuxedo black 4 speed coupe...

My 18 C7 is awesome on the way to K&W...

Do they have K and W in California?

I’ll bring my C4 there Friday night!

ttomczak · 30 July 2019, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Do they have K and W in California?

I’ll bring my C4 there Friday night!

If not, your C4 will get you to another State with one fast!

Had a black 90, and white 96 LT4 C4...

savethewave!

DLRIDES · 30 July 2019, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ttomczak

Really, from a fellow NC'er???

I'm on my 7th, and started when I was 19 in College with a 65 (used of course) tuxedo black 4 speed coupe...

My 18 C7 is awesome on the way to K&W...

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Do they have K and W in California?

I’ll bring my C4 there Friday night!

I didn’t say all owners !

But it sure seems to be a lot of them !

twitch54 · 30 July 2019, 11:50 PM

time's running out ...........

https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news...out/ar-AAEZw4M

Desibaba · 31 July 2019, 02:55 AM

I have a 2018 Z06 2lz with the performance data recorder. Love the 650 horsepower and 650 lbs feet of torque. Only thing I changed on it is to a Corsa double Helix X pipe and a Corsa Extreme Exhaust. I cant wait to trade it in about 5 years for the c8 z06 when all the bugs have been worked out.

https://youtu.be/SGR_o7ieYXo

Jrpontiac · 31 July 2019, 05:24 AM

Just got back from dealer. They have 16 allocated, all slots have been spoken for. I'm in the 8th slot. I've been on the list for about 6 months. He thinks a late spring delivery. Pretty excited about all this. Up until the C8 I didn't consider myself a Corvette guy.

Kimber007 · 31 July 2019, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Jrpontiac

Just got back from dealer. They have 16 allocated, all slots have been spoken for. I'm in the 8th slot. I've been on the list for about 6 months. He thinks a late spring delivery. Pretty excited about all this. Up until the C8 I didn't consider myself a Corvette guy.

Congrats, well done!

DLRIDES · 31 July 2019, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Jrpontiac

Just got back from dealer. They have 16 allocated, all slots have been spoken for. I'm in the 8th slot. I've been on the list for about 6 months. He thinks a late spring delivery. Pretty excited about all this. Up until the C8 I didn't consider myself a Corvette guy.

Concur

I’ve never cared for a Corvette either, but this car is extremely appealing ! I’ll wait until second year production though. First year ................. engine from front to mid ........... could be some “growing pains”.

The supposed chatter in the car world indicates the import exotics are in a panic ! A car that out performs most of them, reliable, minimal service costs in comparison, and in some cases, 25% of the cost could be disastrous for them.

DeeTee · 31 July 2019, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by DLRIDES

Concur

I’ve never cared for a Corvette either, but this car is extremely appealing ! I’ll wait until second year production though. First year ................. engine from front to mid ........... could be some “growing pains”.

The supposed chatter in the car world indicates the import exotics are in a panic ! A car that out performs most of them, reliable, minimal service costs in comparison, and in some cases, 25% of the cost could be disastrous for them.

There really isn’t any Euro sports car driver cross shopping this.

GSDLover · 31 July 2019, 09:33 PM

Oh yes there is. Many of us.

Etschell · 31 July 2019, 09:49 PM

Yep. It is pretty much sold out. I am not shocked. This thing is a game changer.

joeychitwood · 31 July 2019, 10:44 PM

Just gorgeous! My younger friends have always considered the Corvette an "old man car" but this version changes everything.

JasoninDenver · 31 July 2019, 11:24 PM

Well Hell.

Do I like it because I am an old man at 52 now or do I like it because it is hot as hell.

michaelodonnell123 · 31 July 2019, 11:45 PM

The only people I see driving Corvette's are old geezer's on life support wearing sandals and white socks.

ArtNouveau · 1 August 2019, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by DeeTee

There really isn’t any Euro sports car driver cross shopping this.

Wrong. When the Acura NSX came out in 1991 the Italian guys were quivering. A Japanese car with equal performance, higher tech, and Honda reliable. (Also the NSX was Gordon Murray's muse for the McLaren F1 road car, he considered it light years ahead of the Italians of the day.)
The 2020 Corvette is surely doing the same thing. Equal or better performance mid engined car for a fraction of the cost of the exotics and near-exotics. There has to be some serious board room meetings going on .

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