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Old 02-22-2017, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by C6Z06C6
Please don't be a fail like the C7.
Please share with us what makes the C7 a fail other than you don't like it.
Old 02-22-2017, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Zymurgy
Please share with us what makes the C7 a fail other than you don't like it.
He demands more dropped valves like his LS7 and hideous C6 interior complete with Cobolt steering wheel.
Old 02-22-2017, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by C6Z06C6
Please don't be a fail like the C7.
Obviously, you're entitled to your opinion, but I think it's impossible to call the C7 a failure. Like LOTS of others here, I've owned several C6 Z's and ZR1's, and found the C7Z to be a major leap forward. I don't think you'll find a lot of love for your viewpoint here...assuming you care.
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Old 02-22-2017, 04:28 PM
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I see you boys found our new C8 Section!
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Old 02-22-2017, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Zymurgy
Please share with us what makes the C7 a fail other than you don't like it.
I was feeling creative....sung to the tune of "Rawhide"

Trollin', trollin' trollin'
Keep them trolls 'a rollin'
Make this thread 'a slowin'
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Just smack 'em 'round then ban 'em
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Old 02-22-2017, 05:05 PM
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Originally Posted by gunnerjuju
Hate the tail lights
I agree.
I think we should start a thread covering all the things that are LIKELY to **** us off about the C8.

You covered the tail lights (Spot on...by the way, what do they look like?)
Head lights (got to be...also, what do THEY look like?)
Weight (I'm sure it will be too heavy)
Old 02-22-2017, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by yellowmnm
Do you have a link to information pertaining that release date?
From most everything I have read puts the date around sometime in 2019?
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There is a lot of speculative information about certain dates, etc., which some sources have then taken and sources as fact. So much of what is published is off, especially considering that GM has people in place to actually put out misleading or inaccurate information at times just to stimulate buzz. That said, one source for my educated guess is a report that gave a timeline for one of the suppliers and parts that they are contracted to supply. Like I always say, time will tell, but it's fun to discuss the possibilities along the way.
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I don't think 2019 is realistic for the C8 for a couple of reasons:
1. We have the ZR1/whatever it will be called coming out for MY2018. Doesn't make sense to spend that R&D money for a one year car.
2. If the mid-engine car is indeed a Corvette (!/?), I think it is coming out in M/Y 2019. It wouldn't make sense to release a new gen Corvette (front engine/rear drive) along with a mid-engine car (again, assuming the M/E car is a Corvette)

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Originally Posted by jimmyb
I was feeling creative....sung to the tune of "Rawhide"

Trollin', trollin' trollin'
Keep them trolls 'a rollin'
Make this thread 'a slowin'
Broadside

Don't try to understand 'em
Just smack 'em 'round then ban 'em
Soon they'll be starting their own blog


Love it!
Old 02-23-2017, 07:34 AM
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Here in fantac8 land we are all equal. Let us pray.
Old 02-23-2017, 09:34 AM
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Old 02-24-2017, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Clifftrail
I want to be the first to report a problem with the A25 transmission. Too many gears.
i am looking for forward to the a99. In the c8 each gear is good for 4mph. The car tops out in 80th gear at 320mph. The other 99 gears are various over drives.
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Originally Posted by Mr. Gizmo
i am looking for forward to the a99. In the c8 each gear is good for 4mph. The car tops out in 80th gear at 320mph. The other 99 gears are various over drives.
Old 02-25-2017, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Gizmo
i am looking for forward to the a99. In the c8 each gear is good for 4mph. The car tops out in 80th gear at 320mph. The other 99 gears are various over drives.
Then the torque converters fail and GM pretends like there are no problems.

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Old 02-26-2017, 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Zymurgy
Yes, the C8 section is now live. We will be moving C8 related threads from C7 sections into this new C8 section.
Thanks, but don't forget to move the C8 threads from the C6 section also, as there were a bunch over there cluttering it up.


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