XC6VETTE

http://www.corvetteblogger.com/2016/...te-mid-engine/

NofakeJake

I hope they don't abandon rear wheel Vettes completely.

ErikwithAK01

It's only the next logical step in the ever sky-rocketing performance race these days. But it is a little sad to hear the classic architecture of the car might be changed forever :/

ExRedRacer

So just a 5 year run for the C7? That's interesting....

four0nefive

Even if they decide to go (rear) mid engine only, they definitely shouldn't get rid of rwd. Just look at how quick McLarens and the new Ferrari 488 are (both rwd and mid engine).

• McLaren 650s/675 LT: 2.8 seconds
• McLaren 570s: 2.9 seconds
• Ferrari 488 GTB: 2.9-3.0 seconds

I feel like they'll still offer a "base model" Corvette available in the classic architecture, but who besides GM knows.



Interesting for sure. I find it hard to believe that it would only be a 5 year run since the car is selling pretty well. Not only that, but they released the Z06 in 2015 (or at least that was the first mode year it was available as) and the GS is upcoming in 2017 (late 2016 technically). I highly doubt they would announce another model above the Z06 in 2017 as a 2018 model. What more can they really do on the current platform?

pewter99

damn...base model at $80K?? my Z06 was $77K in 07 I realize we are 9 years down the road but $80K for a base model is a bit steep IMO

JETninja

The main benefit to going mid engine is the main weight is centralized, making for quicker turning response compared to have the weight on each end like today's Vettes.

DATeem

If they go fwd might as well go 4 cylinder turbo or some such and then make it look like every other pos.

C6 Snowboarder

This sounds like Obama has been involved - otherwise C8 would be all ok.

VIK TOY

and, the photo shows an UGLY car!! Hope they don't go this route.

Mr. Peabody

Yea, a 5 year run that's pretty short considering the development costs.

KenHorse

And to think how many Vette purists were upset with the Camaro taillights on the C7.

(they're gonna LOVE the Ferrari rear end on the C8 )

last901

This idea really seems to be getting "legs" huh? I suppose it's inevitable but a base price of $80K seemsTo put it out of reach of cheap pukes like me.

I can understand why GM might be looking at things like hybrids, electric drive etc. Everyone else seems to be doing the same thing.

Maybe by 2018 $80K won;t seem so expensive. There are C7s already pushing that threshold and beyond. I just hope that they don't try to build their own Ford GT or Acura NSX and priced accordingly.

Seems to me that at the higher price they may be leaving a huge Gap between the C8 and the Camaro. Does that portend a higher performance Camaro?

I guess we'll just have to wait and see.

last901

"They" had better. Chevrolet has "borrowed" so many styling cues from Ferrari over the years, including the 4 round taillights that there should be no complaints (well except for the early adopters of the C7 who might be a little bothered. Don't know, but I find it interesting that the later Camaros abandoned the "Camaro" taillights

God forbid that, given 2018 will mark the 60th anniversary of the '58 Corvette that they don't offer us an "Anniversary Edition" with chrome strips down the rear and "Tribute" ersatz louvers on the hood - which I guess would have to be on the rear window since it will be a mid-engined car.

00Midnight

Phil:

I think you are onto something there with the 50th anniversary edition. Besides the chrome strip and the louvers I think they would need to add tacky vinyl stripes stating "50th Anniversary".

last901

Tacky vinyl stripes? Oh, you mean, "commemorative insignia" (made of high quality adhesive-backed polymer)

XC6VETTE

https://www.corvetteforum.com/articl...mpaign=content

Now you know why I sold Superman.....

grandsport4me1963

Cool era we live in although the E-Ray seems a bit silly but I guess the others are doing it. Surprised they didn't save i-Ray since most things these days have an "i".

JemsB

That sounds like what MT said back in the day: http://image.motortrend.com/f/wot/14...-aerovette.jpg

last901

Oh, really? Thank heavens that mystery is finally solved.

By the way, Mr Inside, would you mind advising me who is going to win the 2017 Super Bowl?