Kyflyer

Here is a link to an interesting article that makes the case for Chevrolet offering a Grand Sport version of the C7.
http://www.torquenews.com/106/2015-c...ed-grand-sport

z edge

Here we go with this again.

If someone really wants more power + a wide body (what seems to be the "case" for a Grand Sport model), why not just buy a stage 1 z06 for around $80k?

There really isn't that much price difference between a loaded 3LT Z51 Stingray and a "base" Z06.

Honestly don't see how anyone expects Chevy to somehow squeeze another mid level model in between those two?

The C6 Grand Sport was basically a base C6 plus Z51 and wide body. No horsepower difference.

With the C7, there is a non-z51 car that has the same LT1 motor, but without the Z51 hardware. So you could say that the Z51 IS the Grand Sport.

C7-Beast

Maybe in a few years when sales drop GM will come up with some other model but I agree with z edge. There is really no need for a GS in the current C7 lineup. Just get a base Z06 if you really want the wide body.

Kyflyer

Did you read the article? Since this is a discussion forum the intent was for a discussion, speculation and some fun on a dreary day for those that have some interest in the subject. The article addresses several of the issues about horsepower, brakes, etc.

Ernest_T

It looks like the article was written before the Z06 actually hit the street. It also looks like it inadvertently made a case for a top level Corvette above the Z06 since it said a fully loaded Stingray cost about $73K and the Z06 can be had for ~$80K. That's not much room between the two as others have pointed out. You also have to wonder what engine they'd put in the mid-grade Corvette? What about a 700+ horsepower, $100K model?

Kyflyer

I was thinking more of a loaded street car for occasional track use with more horsepower than the base, maybe in the 500-550 HP range, but dolled up with 3LT type options, Z51 package, magnetic ride control as standard on the model. Something to offer early C7 buyers. Special paint colors, trim, etc. Not necessarily a wide body car.

Steve_R

The C6 GS was done to prop up poor sales late in the C6 run, and it worked. That's the only reason I could see it being done with the C7.

Kyflyer

Exactly, and it worked. Although I doubt the C7 will have as long a run as the C6.

Zymurgy

This article was written nearly 1 year ago. He states that the Z06 will be priced similar to the ZR1 ("2015 Corvette Z06 will be similar in price to the outgoing ZR1") Well, the price gap between the Stingray and the Z06 is not as large as the writer expected.

Kyflyer

Yes, dependent upon a lot of variables. However, something between the Z06 and the base C7 with package offerings. They could offer a wider seat as a part of the package, there seems to be some interest in that expressed in multiple posts.

C5North

[quote]...it seems that General Motors has created a very large gap in the Corvette lineup that could be filled with a new medium performance package – a package that I think could be the C7 Corvette Grand Sport.[\quote]

It seems the opposite to me. I've priced out the "normal" C7 and a Z06. Both cars built with similar options the price is only 10-15K apart. Not much gap there at all to me. I'm looking at a 2016-17 Z06. Just my 2 cents though.

Nice catch on the article date I didn't look at that. However, my statement still stands, to me anyway, given the purchase of mostly decked out cars why not pop a little extra for the Z06?

2vette2

A mid engine is more likely. See link.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...spy-shots.html

Kyflyer

[QUOTE=C5North;1588673413]The base price on the C7 is $54,995 and the base price on the Z06 is $78,995. The difference being $24,000.

Kyflyer

There is a lot of discussion about a mid engine for the C8 and that would be a radical change. However, considering the current political climate, CAFE standards, etc. it's anyone's guess. Sort of fun to think about the next generation though.
The C7 has really caught the public eye though and it is a magnificent car and offers a lot for the price base C7 through the loaded Z06. Really remarkable when you think about it. Just following the forum threads there seems to be interest in a lot of different options for the C7.

alienranch

Not seeing a C7 GS

peterjank

I would be interested if they offered a Z06 with the LT-1 instead of the LT-4.

davidtcpa

Really??? Don't you think that is what this thread is about??? Then it would not really be a Z06, would it?? They should call it......

GRAND SPORT!!!

(Great idea)

jovette

Yep, I'd buy a wide body C7, with Z51 brakes/suspension, Z06 wheels and tires, and an LT2? 550 HP NA engine..... Put the base price for this GS? model right between Stingray, and Z06 and I think the General will sell a lot of them.

#1c6

bbrown450

and excess wide body parts....