Latest 2019 ZR1 & Latest Mid engine 2020
11-26-2017, 01:05 PM
#101
I would hope any issues like overheating were fixed before the release of the ME but we know GM doesn't work that way. They usually let the customer tell them stuff they already know but won't admit like the overheating in the Z06. I don't know if the shuddering was known or not but it also happens on some of their cash cows like the pick ups. So I suppose they'll release the ME and we'll find out what things need to be fixed.
11-26-2017, 02:28 PM
#102
I presently own two Corvettes (a C7 GS and a C5 Z06) and I've owned seven Corvettes throughout my life. So you can say I'm a big fan of the product. One of the things me and my wife love about the Corvette, no matter what year, is ample luggage space in the back of the car. We love going on overnight road trips with friends and the local Corvette club and for us its always a great time and we look forward to it every year.
Ok, so now it looks like a mid engine is the future. So there goes stowing luggage. Unless you want to get luggage racks I suppose. That's why I'd never buy a Porsche, Lamborghini or Ferrari, and its not that I can't afford one. What good is the car if you can't take it on a road trip? And please don't tell me everyone who owns a P car, Lambo or Ferrari is a track rat. I have friends who own these vehicles and they hardly ever drive them. I drive my Vettes as much as I can and have a blast doing it!
In my opinion, the whole mid engine thing is so GM can say to the Europeans, see, we're just like you guys now! Personally, I don't want to be like the Euro flash trash. My friend's new Porsche grenaded the motor after a little over a year, the other guys Lambo breaks down daily, and a buddy of mine who has a Ferrari has to take it to the Dealership for a tune up every other month, and it costs a second mortgage to repair. Really. All of my Vettes, have been bullet proof. Drive the hell out of them, race and beat them, and they come back for more with no complaints. The Europeans (and a lot of Americans) talk about superior build quality, well, at least my Vette doesn't break down when you look at cross-eyed!
I'll be buying the new ZR1, love that car! But I'd hate to think that would be the last new Vette I buy because the utility of the car has now been compromised just so GM could throw the engine in back to be like everyone else. Yes, I know there are some engineering advantages to a rear engine race car, but GM should at least continue to offer a high performance front engine model for their loyal fan base who love the Vette's versatility.
Ok, so now it looks like a mid engine is the future. So there goes stowing luggage. Unless you want to get luggage racks I suppose. That's why I'd never buy a Porsche, Lamborghini or Ferrari, and its not that I can't afford one. What good is the car if you can't take it on a road trip? And please don't tell me everyone who owns a P car, Lambo or Ferrari is a track rat. I have friends who own these vehicles and they hardly ever drive them. I drive my Vettes as much as I can and have a blast doing it!
In my opinion, the whole mid engine thing is so GM can say to the Europeans, see, we're just like you guys now! Personally, I don't want to be like the Euro flash trash. My friend's new Porsche grenaded the motor after a little over a year, the other guys Lambo breaks down daily, and a buddy of mine who has a Ferrari has to take it to the Dealership for a tune up every other month, and it costs a second mortgage to repair. Really. All of my Vettes, have been bullet proof. Drive the hell out of them, race and beat them, and they come back for more with no complaints. The Europeans (and a lot of Americans) talk about superior build quality, well, at least my Vette doesn't break down when you look at cross-eyed!
I'll be buying the new ZR1, love that car! But I'd hate to think that would be the last new Vette I buy because the utility of the car has now been compromised just so GM could throw the engine in back to be like everyone else. Yes, I know there are some engineering advantages to a rear engine race car, but GM should at least continue to offer a high performance front engine model for their loyal fan base who love the Vette's versatility.
11-26-2017, 02:43 PM
#103
C7 plus C8 all together
I presently own two Corvettes (a C7 GS and a C5 Z06) and I've owned seven Corvettes throughout my life. So you can say I'm a big fan of the product. One of the things me and my wife love about the Corvette, no matter what year, is ample luggage space in the back of the car. We love going on overnight road trips with friends and the local Corvette club and for us its always a great time and we look forward to it every year.
Ok, so now it looks like a mid engine is the future. So there goes stowing luggage. Unless you want to get luggage racks I suppose. That's why I'd never buy a Porsche, Lamborghini or Ferrari, and its not that I can't afford one. What good is the car if you can't take it on a road trip? And please don't tell me everyone who owns a P car, Lambo or Ferrari is a track rat. I have friends who own these vehicles and they hardly ever drive them. I drive my Vettes as much as I can and have a blast doing it!
In my opinion, the whole mid engine thing is so GM can say to the Europeans, see, we're just like you guys now! Personally, I don't want to be like the Euro flash trash. My friend's new Porsche grenaded the motor after a little over a year, the other guys Lambo breaks down daily, and a buddy of mine who has a Ferrari has to take it to the Dealership for a tune up every other month, and it costs a second mortgage to repair. Really. All of my Vettes, have been bullet proof. Drive the hell out of them, race and beat them, and they come back for more with no complaints. The Europeans (and a lot of Americans) talk about superior build quality, well, at least my Vette doesn't break down when you look at cross-eyed!
I'll be buying the new ZR1, love that car! But I'd hate to think that would be the last new Vette I buy because the utility of the car has now been compromised just so GM could throw the engine in back to be like everyone else. Yes, I know there are some engineering advantages to a rear engine race car, but GM should at least continue to offer a high performance front engine model for their loyal fan base who love the Vette's versatility.
Ok, so now it looks like a mid engine is the future. So there goes stowing luggage. Unless you want to get luggage racks I suppose. That's why I'd never buy a Porsche, Lamborghini or Ferrari, and its not that I can't afford one. What good is the car if you can't take it on a road trip? And please don't tell me everyone who owns a P car, Lambo or Ferrari is a track rat. I have friends who own these vehicles and they hardly ever drive them. I drive my Vettes as much as I can and have a blast doing it!
In my opinion, the whole mid engine thing is so GM can say to the Europeans, see, we're just like you guys now! Personally, I don't want to be like the Euro flash trash. My friend's new Porsche grenaded the motor after a little over a year, the other guys Lambo breaks down daily, and a buddy of mine who has a Ferrari has to take it to the Dealership for a tune up every other month, and it costs a second mortgage to repair. Really. All of my Vettes, have been bullet proof. Drive the hell out of them, race and beat them, and they come back for more with no complaints. The Europeans (and a lot of Americans) talk about superior build quality, well, at least my Vette doesn't break down when you look at cross-eyed!
I'll be buying the new ZR1, love that car! But I'd hate to think that would be the last new Vette I buy because the utility of the car has now been compromised just so GM could throw the engine in back to be like everyone else. Yes, I know there are some engineering advantages to a rear engine race car, but GM should at least continue to offer a high performance front engine model for their loyal fan base who love the Vette's versatility.
You will continue to be able to purchase a C7 Corvette as it will be offered along side the ME version. The C3 Corvette was sold for more than a decade. The C7 will continue which is where you will still be able to get a manual transmission (three pedal) version to.
Last edited by -vet; 11-26-2017 at 02:44 PM.
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02-28-2018, 01:20 AM
#105
I would hope any issues like overheating were fixed before the release of the ME but we know GM doesn't work that way. They usually let the customer tell them stuff they already know but won't admit like the overheating in the Z06. I don't know if the shuddering was known or not but it also happens on some of their cash cows like the pick ups. So I suppose they'll release the ME and we'll find out what things need to be fixed.
02-28-2018, 10:04 AM
#107
02-28-2018, 10:49 AM
#108
Safety Car
03-05-2018, 03:04 PM
#109
Advanced
I have a ZR1 coming, will be built mid April and own and plan on keeping my 2015 Z06. My belief is that there are a significant number of potential ZR-1 buyers that opted out in order to keep their powder dry in anticipation of the New C-8.
That said, I further believe there will be quite a number of ME transmission and engine configurations, mods and changes in the years following the initial release, so therefore in my view getting in a hurry and purchasing one would be akin to purchasing a stingray Z-51 when what you really wanted was a Z06. Maybe??
That said, I further believe there will be quite a number of ME transmission and engine configurations, mods and changes in the years following the initial release, so therefore in my view getting in a hurry and purchasing one would be akin to purchasing a stingray Z-51 when what you really wanted was a Z06. Maybe??
03-06-2018, 10:43 PM
#110
Burning Brakes
By the time the mid engine vette is available in 2020, other cars will have advanced far beyond the reported performance levels. Imagine a 0-60 in 1.9 s Telsa sedan or a 780 McLaren. Would still prefer the vette if under 150k with 1.2 g cornering and about a 10s flat 1/4 mi.