C8 price will be around $100,000
06-23-2018, 04:01 PM
#141
Melting Slicks
The current bandwidth of all four C7 Corvette models is a barebones Stingray at $56,590.00 to 150K plus in a loaded up ZR1. I am projecting the next generation C8 FE to start a barebones 65K in year 2022. The content in the ME will be much higher in cost. The ZF DCT and the ZF magnetorheological engine mounts alone will add thousands to the base price of the new ME. And the ZF DCT and ZF engine mounts are clearly shown on the Base engined C8 Zerv leak views. The base price delta between the front engined C8 and the mid engined C8 Zora should be 15k to 25K alone based on transmission and driveline advancements. Therefore the bandwidth of both C8 FE and ME going forward at year 2022 should range from 65K to 180K.
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2022 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2022 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
Last edited by skank; 06-24-2018 at 07:43 AM.
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Shaka (06-24-2018)
06-23-2018, 04:12 PM
#142
Melting Slicks
and that’s because it shows up like Haley’s comet...
about every decade.
If they were to produce the Zr1 for an additional year,
sales would probably drop from that number.
Now add to that the all new mid engine car at the price your suggesting....
It wouldn’t bring the brand upscale ,
but rather burn it.
65-69k base price for a C8.
06-23-2018, 04:18 PM
#143
Instructor
The current bandwidth of all four C7 Corvette models is a barebones Stingray at $56,590.00 to 150K plus in a loaded up ZR1. I am projecting the next generation C8 FE to start a barebones 65K in year 2020. The content in the ME will be much higher in cost. The ZF DCT and the ZF magnetorheological engine mounts alone will add thousands to the base price of the new ME. And the ZF DCT and ZF engine mounts are clearly shown on the Base engined C8 Zerv leak views. The base price delta between the front engined C8 and the mid engined C8 Zora should be 15k to 25K alone based on transmission and driveline advancements. Therefore the bandwidth of both C8 FE and ME going forward at year 2020 should range from 65K to 180K.
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
06-23-2018, 04:30 PM
#144
Melting Slicks
The current bandwidth of all four C7 Corvette models is a barebones Stingray at $56,590.00 to 150K plus in a loaded up ZR1. I am projecting the next generation C8 FE to start a barebones 65K in year 2020. The content in the ME will be much higher in cost. The ZF DCT and the ZF magnetorheological engine mounts alone will add thousands to the base price of the new ME. And the ZF DCT and ZF engine mounts are clearly shown on the Base engined C8 Zerv leak views. The base price delta between the front engined C8 and the mid engined C8 Zora should be 15k to 25K alone based on transmission and driveline advancements. Therefore the bandwidth of both C8 FE and ME going forward at year 2020 should range from 65K to 180K.
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
its hard to argue.
but I don’t think it’s gonna happen .
Your just underestimating how hard it is to sell a 2 seat
sports car nowadays .
Look at the video of that mid engine corvette doing “lane change assist “tests,
look at the traction....
and then tell me they’re is gonna be a barebones FE
At 65k ,(a 20% increase by the way )that people are actually gonna want to buy.
06-23-2018, 04:32 PM
#145
Melting Slicks
This says it all. End of story. Current actual verifiable numbers to projected numbers 3 years from now !!!
C7 2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
C8 2022 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
C7 2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
C8 2022 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
Last edited by skank; 06-23-2018 at 06:03 PM.
06-23-2018, 04:34 PM
#146
just ready for it to be released already... suspense !!
06-23-2018, 04:37 PM
#147
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If the C8 starts at $100k they have lost me as a buyer as well as thousands more. GM better continue to build the C7 or the Corvette will cease to exist. JMHO.
06-23-2018, 04:53 PM
#148
Melting Slicks
then the corvette will cease to exist.
Go ahead and pre order your next vette.
it will be mid engine and start at 65-69k.
06-23-2018, 05:11 PM
#150
Race Director
The current bandwidth of all four C7 Corvette models is a barebones Stingray at $56,590.00 to 150K plus in a loaded up ZR1. I am projecting the next generation C8 FE to start a barebones 65K in year 2020. The content in the ME will be much higher in cost. The ZF DCT and the ZF magnetorheological engine mounts alone will add thousands to the base price of the new ME. And the ZF DCT and ZF engine mounts are clearly shown on the Base engined C8 Zerv leak views. The base price delta between the front engined C8 and the mid engined C8 Zora should be 15k to 25K alone based on transmission and driveline advancements. Therefore the bandwidth of both C8 FE and ME going forward at year 2020 should range from 65K to 180K.
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
2019 Corvette bandwidth 56.6K - 150K
2020 Corvette bandwidth 65K - 180K
This my friends is logic !
06-23-2018, 05:23 PM
#151
Melting Slicks
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1596312478
06-23-2018, 05:28 PM
#152
Melting Slicks
Haha
Its all good skank...
Seriously,look around,where getting to the point where there won’t be anyone able to drive a barebones FE tailhappy corvette in the future.
I own one,absolutely love it ,and will never sell it.
They don’t need to build a FE corvette,and they won’t .
”The all new revolutionary ,eighth generation corvette C8”
Mid engine
Your spot on with your 2020 prices,just no FE
Its all good skank...
Seriously,look around,where getting to the point where there won’t be anyone able to drive a barebones FE tailhappy corvette in the future.
I own one,absolutely love it ,and will never sell it.
They don’t need to build a FE corvette,and they won’t .
”The all new revolutionary ,eighth generation corvette C8”
Mid engine
Your spot on with your 2020 prices,just no FE
06-23-2018, 05:41 PM
#153
Melting Slicks
Haha
Its all good skank...
Seriously,look around,where getting to the point where there won’t be anyone able to drive a barebones FE tailhappy corvette in the future.
I own one,absolutely love it ,and will never sell it.
They don’t need to build a FE corvette,and they won’t .
”The all new revolutionary ,eighth generation corvette C8”
Mid engine
Your spot on with your 2020 prices,just no FE
K.I.T.T. has given a excellent short dissertation of the near future of Corvette. I'm with him 100% on his logic. Read his posts on page 1 of this thread.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...te-entail.html
Last edited by skank; 06-23-2018 at 05:42 PM.
06-24-2018, 12:13 AM
#154
Melting Slicks
Tons of logic on both K.I.T.T and Skanks assumption...
But at the end your going full circle to get to where I’m
at.
No need to create an inferior FE corvette ,when they could absolutely hit it out of the park with this bold Mid engine model.
Who wouldn’t pick the NEXT corvette over the “OTHER” Corvette??? No need to offer the FE Car in 2020.
It would absolutely clutter the Corvette brand,not to mention the fear and confusion that the consumer would experience.
For a 15k difference that is being proposed !
And most IMPORTANT of all ,they get an opportunity to hike starting prices by almost 20% with the mid engine platform .
Thats the definition of moving upmarket ,
Mid engine C8 starting price 65-69k.
But at the end your going full circle to get to where I’m
at.
No need to create an inferior FE corvette ,when they could absolutely hit it out of the park with this bold Mid engine model.
Who wouldn’t pick the NEXT corvette over the “OTHER” Corvette??? No need to offer the FE Car in 2020.
It would absolutely clutter the Corvette brand,not to mention the fear and confusion that the consumer would experience.
For a 15k difference that is being proposed !
And most IMPORTANT of all ,they get an opportunity to hike starting prices by almost 20% with the mid engine platform .
Thats the definition of moving upmarket ,
Mid engine C8 starting price 65-69k.
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Boiler_81 (06-24-2018)
06-24-2018, 12:55 AM
#155
Burning Brakes
The base price is very dependent on the standard features that GM decides on. Features such as eLSD, Magnetic Ride Control, dual-mode exhaust, infotainment screen sizes, speaker systems, and seat functions could shift the base price from $65,000 to $75,000. I’m not sure how popular the Z51 package was for the C7 Stingray, but it’s possible that the Z51 package would be eliminated and its potential features become standard. GM Authority has already captured crystal clear photos of Michelin PS4s tires on a test vehicle, and those are NOT year-round tires in most states. You also have to consider government-mandated safety features and emissions equipment when discussing the base price. Forward Collision warning and Blind Spot monitoring are bound to be optional, but, as far I know, autonomous emergency braking has to be standard. Speaking of which, somebody needs to snap a few pictures of the outside mirrors if they get a chance to see the cars so close. Blind spot indicators should be visible in their mirrors, especially if you take the picture while riding beside them 
I bet there’s a board room full of bean counters who discuss the base price on a weekly basis at GM. Of course, changes must pop up every week as parts and tooling are finalized.
I bet there’s a board room full of bean counters who discuss the base price on a weekly basis at GM. Of course, changes must pop up every week as parts and tooling are finalized.
Last edited by Quinten33; 06-24-2018 at 12:58 AM.
06-24-2018, 07:58 AM
#156
Le Mans Master
Originally Posted by jimmyb
I think it is established that the DCT is going to be a TREMEC 8 speed, not a ZF.
We have CAD drawings clearly showing a ZF unit but only hear say on the Tremec. Is there more to it?
06-24-2018, 08:05 AM
#157
Le Mans Master
Originally Posted by pietro c7
Who wouldn’t pick the NEXT corvette over the “OTHER” Corvette??? No need to offer the FE Car in 2020.
It would absolutely clutter the Corvette brand,not to mention the fear and confusion that the consumer would experience.
For a 15k difference that is being proposed !
The only way the two exist long term is if the ME is only offered and priced as a very high end model. Top engine only, carbon brakes, active aero, etc... But this is not the car we are seeing.
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Boiler_81 (06-24-2018)
06-24-2018, 10:39 AM
#158
Safety Car
Tons of logic on both K.I.T.T and Skanks assumption...
But at the end your going full circle to get to where I’m
at.
No need to create an inferior FE corvette ,when they could absolutely hit it out of the park with this bold Mid engine model.
Who wouldn’t pick the NEXT corvette over the “OTHER” Corvette??? No need to offer the FE Car in 2020.
It would absolutely clutter the Corvette brand,not to mention the fear and confusion that the consumer would experience.
For a 15k difference that is being proposed !
And most IMPORTANT of all ,they get an opportunity to hike starting prices by almost 20% with the mid engine platform .
Thats the definition of moving upmarket ,
Mid engine C8 starting price 65-69k.
But at the end your going full circle to get to where I’m
at.
No need to create an inferior FE corvette ,when they could absolutely hit it out of the park with this bold Mid engine model.
Who wouldn’t pick the NEXT corvette over the “OTHER” Corvette??? No need to offer the FE Car in 2020.
It would absolutely clutter the Corvette brand,not to mention the fear and confusion that the consumer would experience.
For a 15k difference that is being proposed !
And most IMPORTANT of all ,they get an opportunity to hike starting prices by almost 20% with the mid engine platform .
Thats the definition of moving upmarket ,
Mid engine C8 starting price 65-69k.
I agree with this. Two Corvettes near the same price does not work and the FE likely will not sell well.
The only way the two exist long term is if the ME is only offered and priced as a very high end model. Top engine only, carbon brakes, active aero, etc... But this is not the car we are seeing.
The only way the two exist long term is if the ME is only offered and priced as a very high end model. Top engine only, carbon brakes, active aero, etc... But this is not the car we are seeing.
1) a manual trans option;
2) more storage;
3) flat deck rear for the convertible;
4) lower price point.
These four make a strong argument for the FE’s continuation, and second, would attract, IMO, around 15,000 buyers annually.
Having said that, I still will be getting the ME
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skank (06-24-2018)
06-24-2018, 03:29 PM
#159
Le Mans Master
Gee, when are we finally going to see this new $180k Cadillac hybrid ME that's going to run concurrent with the new super secret C8 FE? Everyone knows it's not possible to produce an affordable ME, as long as we ignore the Fiero & MR2 among others.
Seriously, I'm laughing at you, not with you. Puff, puff, pass homey.
Seriously, I'm laughing at you, not with you. Puff, puff, pass homey.
06-24-2018, 04:09 PM
#160
Le Mans Master
