C8 Speculation
Jun 4, 2010 | 10:13 AM
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C8? They're predicting what a 2022 model will look like?
I would have thought the Mr. Fusion generator would have allowed smaller packaging.
Jun 4, 2010 | 11:46 AM
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jaguar5822
Agreed, they'd need to redesign that air intake though.
Yeah, something like the Maclaren F1 had would be pretty serious.
Jun 4, 2010 | 11:47 AM
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BuckyThreadkiller
C8? They're predicting what a 2022 model will look like?
I would have thought the Mr. Fusion generator would have allowed smaller packaging.
2022 model is supposed to do a quarter mile in under a second.
Jun 10, 2010 | 12:17 AM
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From autoweek.com
This is one guy that should quit his "day job". This car is so ugly.
Michael
Jul 14, 2010 | 12:16 AM
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GM needs to chit or get off the pot. The Corvette becoming rather boring in comparison to some new stuff coming out...
Jul 14, 2010 | 02:04 AM
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jrhunkler
GM needs to chit or get off the pot. The Corvette becoming rather boring in comparison to some new stuff coming out...
What rims are these?
Jul 14, 2010 | 06:46 AM
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I love it but it has a problem...
It can't be built for the mASSES of America. American cars have to be made for the average American in which case means someone who is fat. Mid engine cars are generally a little "difficult" for your average morbidly obese fat guy to get in and out of. Ever see a 250 lbs+ guy in a Gallardo? If you have been in any of those types Ferrari/GT40/Lamborghini/R8 then you know how much lower they are than a corvette not to mention the seats are so much more snug.
I wish these pics were true but GM needs to sell the car to more than a few thousand people a year.
And the grill is the exact same from the Stingray concept.
Yes. I have definitely been in a Gallardo. I wouldnt call myself fat (most people wont) but i am definitely right around 250. The gallardo surprised me.
Aug 2, 2010 | 06:48 PM
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Well, that makes the C7's of the world even more unique
A more selective clientele
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Aug 4, 2010 | 11:15 PM
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C-6 sucks C-5 rocks the C-6 corvette is a piece of crap i bet the C-8 is a lot of money
Aug 15, 2010 | 04:08 PM
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I certainly hope the C8 is better looking than what is pictured by the OP. It's fun to dream though... who knows what it will look like. I can't even think about the C8 with my growing anticipation about the C7 !
Aug 17, 2010 | 04:19 PM
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that looks absolutely amazing. Might look a little futuristic for the time though. Thoughts?
Bad to the bone! This ride is hot!
Aug 17, 2010 | 04:33 PM
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C-6 sucks C-5 rocks the C-6 corvette is a piece of crap i bet the C-8 is a lot of money
I just sold my 08/C6/Vert. Your right the base model sucks but the Grand Sport C6 ROCKS in the looks department!
Aug 20, 2010 | 10:43 PM
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C8? Already? Show me the C7 first
Aug 21, 2010 | 11:30 AM
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JQuest54
I love it but it has a problem...
It can't be built for the mASSES of America............
I wish these pics were true but GM needs to sell the car to more than a few thousand people a year.
Moreso, if it's built with the siting as shown, as a daily driver it's probably NG for most people. Folks that can afford these cars usually have some difficulty turning their heads that far - like me.
Sep 22, 2010 | 12:55 PM
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only time will tell what they do with the vette
Sep 23, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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BuckyThreadkiller
C8? They're predicting what a 2022 model will look like?
Sep 26, 2010 | 10:14 AM
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Sep 27, 2010 | 12:29 AM
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Isn't that the C9?
Sep 27, 2010 | 12:32 AM
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jrhunkler
GM needs to chit or get off the pot. The Corvette becoming rather boring in comparison to some new stuff coming out...
Wow, thats sexy. Look at those curves, the lines, the beauty of it all in one package. The car is pretty nice too.
Oct 2, 2010 | 12:05 PM
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C7 first, than worry about the C8.