C8 Corvette: One Week Later

David S.
By David S. Wallens
Jul 29, 2019 | Corvette, C8 Corvette | Posted in Features | Never miss an article

It’s been a week since the all-new, mid-engined Corvette dropped, and the conversation is still going on.

Our unofficial tally says that the C8 has more fans than detractors. What says you?

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Comments
spacecadet
spacecadet GRM+ Memberand Dork
7/26/19 1:54 p.m.

In reply to David S. Wallens :

The corvette brand has gained more fans than it has lost. And the unhappy people will probably now get pushed to go buy a C7. so GM wins either way! 

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
7/26/19 2:13 p.m.

In reply to spacecadet :

I think you're right about the Corvette picking up new fans. And I'm looking at the car at the top of this page. Looks good. 

secretariata
secretariata GRM+ Memberand SuperDork
7/26/19 2:14 p.m.

If the reported entry price of under $60k holds true it is a serious bargain. 

From the photos, I don't like the barrier between the driver and passenger. Maybe it isn't as bad in person?

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
7/26/19 2:22 p.m.

In reply to secretariata :

I'm wondering if it's like the ND MX-5. When the photos were leaked, everyone freaked out about the in-dash screen. In reality, though, it never bothered me. 

T.J.
T.J. MegaDork
7/26/19 2:29 p.m.

I am a fan.

81cpcamaro
81cpcamaro Dork
7/26/19 2:50 p.m.

I am a fan as well, turned out a bit better than it could have. Still can't afford one, maybe some day.

z31maniac
z31maniac MegaDork
7/26/19 3:04 p.m.

I really like it! The only that looks really "off" to me is that weird spine down the center console.

NOT A TA
NOT A TA Dork
7/26/19 3:09 p.m.

When did "Corvette" change from a model to a brand? Every time I hear or read "Corvette brand" the past few weeks I keep wondering.

Pete Gossett
Pete Gossett GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
7/26/19 3:33 p.m.

Maybe I missed it, but I’ve seen the sub-$60k base price, and I’ve seen the Z-51 performance numbers, but has GM mentioned what the Z-51 should sticker for?

RJStanford
RJStanford GRM+ Memberand New Reader
7/26/19 3:51 p.m.

Since the base model is all that and more, and the Z51 package is likely awesome, how about letting the Z06 really be all about the track?

What if it added lots of cooling, an enhanced data recorder, more downforce, and factory air jacks :)

Just saying...

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