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Old Aug 22, 2019 | 01:07 PM
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I was curious if anyone has seen or heard when we will actually see the total performance data for the c8 from independent sources. I know they are still testing and working things out, but was curious with all the "inside information" that gets leaked and shared if anyone has heard anything.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 10:30 AM
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GM is slow-rolling all the data. That way they grab internet headlines every couple weeks all the way up to delivery.

I imagine we'll see the magazine reviews and independent tests in a couple months.
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Default Tadge said soon at Carlisle

He said times will be out soon and people will be surprised by base car being very close to Z51 Times, 0-60. No mention of track times....
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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 07:41 AM
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Info supposed to be released early fall. Did see in the Chevy tent that the Z51 performance rear dif ratio will be ...5.17:1.
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I was curious if anyone has seen or heard when we will actually see the total performance data for the c8 from independent sources. I know they are still testing and working things out, but was curious with all the "inside information" that gets leaked and shared if anyone has heard anything.

Just posted not seen until Corvettes at Carlisle GM specs from a booklet I was able to see at Corvettes at Carlisle I just posted ( not seen C8 corvette specs ) in this C8 tech /performance . Amazing info..
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Old Aug 25, 2019 | 10:28 PM
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cool, thanks.

here is the link to his post

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...me-anyway.html

still looking forward to some lap times now.
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Old Aug 26, 2019 | 10:23 AM
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Here you go!
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Old Aug 26, 2019 | 11:00 AM
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Here you go!
Yep, I linked to his thread for that data, but still waiting for lap times.....
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impressive what a good transmission can do for a car.. i.e. PDK in porsche and this one. Those times are in the Viper range with 140hp less, 200 dry lbs more, a slightly better CD (.32 v .369), and less tire.. Impressive.

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Originally Posted by Z06_BluByU
impressive what a good transmission can do for a car.. i.e. PDK in porsche and this one. Those times are in the Viper range with 140hp less, 200 dry lbs more, a slightly better CD (.32 v .369), and less tire.. Impressive.
Great transmission with great ratio's and very aggressive rear gear ratios.
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Old Aug 29, 2019 | 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Z06_BluByU
impressive what a good transmission can do for a car.. i.e. PDK in porsche and this one. Those times are in the Viper range with 140hp less, 200 dry lbs more, a slightly better CD (.32 v .369), and less tire.. Impressive.
You think that .32 CD is for the Z51 or the base? I imagine the Z51 with the rear wing and splitter is adding some additional drag.
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i suspect base c8... CD usually takes a proportionate hit with added downforce.
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Old Aug 29, 2019 | 09:57 PM
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Default Video from NCM plant manager

Kai plant manager said car magazines will get cars this fall and performance data will be released then as well.
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The problem is that people are putting in orders now and I would really like to know if the z51 is worth it. I would really like to know if AY looks like ****. Its been a while since I ordered new new cars, but is it normal for a company to wait so long and keep people on the hook? If the z51 is .1 faster in 0-60 and same in 1/4mi then its not worth it to me. All this info is out and still dont know on the model or color.. sheesh



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Originally Posted by lostsoul
The problem is that people are putting in orders now and I would really like to know if the z51 is worth it. I would really like to know if AY looks like ****. Its been a while since I ordered new new cars, but is it normal for a company to wait so long and keep people on the hook? If the z51 is .1 faster in 0-60 and same in 1/4mi then its not worth it to me. All this info is out and still dont know on the model or color.. sheesh



Unless you are going to road course the car regularly, the Z51 package is a waste. Get the exhaust option on a base 1lt and your good to go, regarding the yellow, to much green in it, just pick your next choice and get your car.
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Motortrend is showing weighing and testing on their IG today...
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Motortrend? Where is link? Thanks
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https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1600096712

thread about it here
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Old Sep 13, 2019 | 08:55 PM
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Default Will and when will GM release 0-60 times?

In July Chevy announced a sub 3.0 second time for Z51 optioned car, yet still no actual time released? Why?

MT tested the car and is in embargo when is Chevy going to announce if MT will be out soon?
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Originally Posted by BJ67
Unless you are going to road course the car regularly, the Z51 package is a waste. Get the exhaust option on a base 1lt and your good to go, regarding the yellow, to much green in it, just pick your next choice and get your car.
Exactly! The C8 Stingray has the same engine and power regardless of the Z51 option package or not. Why are some here forcing themselves to believe that the Z51 equipped car is going to be a much "faster" straight line vehicle. Z51 is not a "drag pack" option. The guy who throws a additional 5 grand at his C8 purchase expecting a "faster" car is absolutely throwing his money in the street.
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