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the C8 should have been designated the C1-ME. it's not a corvette in anything other than the name plate. not bad or good.. just NOT Corvette. nostalgia is gone... the heritage is gone.. you don't change the way the car is propelled and get to say yep.... it's a corvette... it's not. Corvette has been RWD FE from the start with the exception of the early C1 when they were figuring the car out, it's always been this way and for a reason.
Just because something has always been one way doesn't mean changing is impossible. In case you haven't noticed, there have been a few changes since the C1...
Hard to tell them apart, isn't it? I mean they both have 4 wheels and a windshield. The similarities pretty much end there. That C1 had a 6 cylinder. They never should have change that! That's the way the original Corvette was. You change that and it's not a Corvette anymore, right?
You could make that argument for virtually every change in the last 66 years. Get over it. Things change. That's how the world works.
the C8 should have been designated the C1-ME. it's not a corvette in anything other than the name plate. not bad or good.. just NOT Corvette. nostalgia is gone... the heritage is gone.. you don't change the way the car is propelled and get to say yep.... it's a corvette... it's not. Corvette has been RWD FE from the start with the exception of the early C1 when they were figuring the car out, it's always been this way and for a reason.
I agree with your post. having said that this new chevy 2 seater is amazing inside and out. just wish they were continuing to make an FE Corvette... because that's what it is supposed to be.... worked on in your garage or driveway and able to be fixed by a local mechanic at any shop around.. since the C4 it started getting a little complicated but still able to be handled that way (clamshell hood was genius). now it's like OK take half the car apart to change a valve cover... a Water pump? yeah.. drop the drivetrain... man oh man.. give me a NEW FE design..
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C8 sleek clean lines ✅ Agree except for the nose....still..
C8 Clean functional interior ✅ why does the passenger have to feel cocooned (watch shmee 150 review listen to the first thing he says when he gets in
C8 Spacious trunk (surpringly)✅ I agree. although you will have to watch the OVERALL size of what you bring.. my 12x12 pop up isn't fitting in there now.. that sucks
C8 Drop top (soon)✅ retractable hardtop i think is even better!
C8 Long hood ❌ sucks
C8 M7 ❌ (thank goodness it is a DCT instead) intrigued.. but scared lol
idk about that lol.. let's see how it's programmed first let alone reliability.. i remember the FIRST time i ventured into new territory do you??
the C8 should have been designated the C1-ME. it's not a corvette in anything other than the name plate. not bad or good.. just NOT Corvette. nostalgia is gone... the heritage is gone.. you don't change the way the car is propelled and get to say yep.... it's a corvette... it's not. Corvette has been RWD FE from the start with the exception of the early C1 when they were figuring the car out, it's always been this way and for a reason.
Just because something has always been one way doesn't mean changing is impossible. In case you haven't noticed, there have been a few changes since the C1...
Hard to tell them apart, isn't it? I mean they both have 4 wheels and a windshield. The similarities pretty much end there. That C1 had a 6 cylinder. They never should have change that! That's the way the original Corvette was. You change that and it's not a Corvette anymore, right?
You could make that argument for virtually every change in the last 66 years. Get over it. Things change. That's how the world works.
During the reveal I believe they mentioned that they have gone as far as they could with the FE platform and to continue to have the Corvette evolve and improve in performance it was necessary to begin a new generation Corvette with Mid-engine design! I think they did a great job!!! Especially for the price they announced!
You could make that argument for virtually every change in the last 66 years. Get over it. Things change. That's how the world works.
Exactly! It's rare to find something that doesn't change and is still successful. Only two things come to mind, the original VW Beetle (which was still made in Mexico until a few years ago) and AC/DC (who haven't really changed musically at all but are still popular)
Change is a good thing. The auto industry and basic transportation as we know it is evolving and eventually we will have electric powered, self-driving option Corvettes. The C8 mid-engine is just another step in that evolution.
What I can't get over is how many swipes are made between Corvette owners. As if overnight (literally), my 2019 Z06 is now "old" or "obsolete". It's as if C7 Stingray owners want to trade into a C8 Stingray just to get back at the C7 Z06 and ZR1 owners as if there was some kind of imaginary battle going on between owners and models, defending choices that haven't even been made yet.
I initially wasn't too excited about the camo-covered test mules but now that the C8 has been revealed, I've had a chance to explore the C8 in more detail, at least online, and I'm warming up to it and look forward to seeing one in person in October at a local dealership reveal. I still have no plans to trade my C7 Z06 in for the C8 Stingray but I will take a closer look once the higher performance, twin turbo model is available. By then, I'm sure I will have warmed up to the new design, features, and options and will make a more educated decision.
If I move into the C8 or not, I hope to keep my C7Z just like I kept my C5 vert as I enjoy and appreciate all Corvettes. Both my C5 and C7Z were that last model year of their respective generations and have been customized to my liking. I would just need to change houses or mod the garage.
I just got an email from Chevy as I am sure many of you did with a legit picture of the C8. It really does look magnificent and based on the article I read on line last night it should be a huge success, especially at this price. GM has stayed with the basic Corvette premise of giving folks a lot of HP and handling for the buck. I have a 19 Z06 M7 rag top and am thrilled with it. Five years down the road maybe a C8. Hopefully an M7 is in its future.
Unfortunately the traditional long Corvette hood is definitely out with the C8, creating a disproportionate from front end to rear end, to my eye. Aesthetically, I feel the C8 would look better if rear was 4-5" shorter. Of course this would reduce luggage space and I know that's important to some.
Unfortunately the traditional long Corvette hood is definitely out with the C8, creating a disproportionate from front end to rear end, to my eye. Aesthetically, I feel the C8 would look better if rear was 4-5" shorter. Of course this would reduce luggage space and I know that's important to some.
It is only "disproportionate" to your eye not become of some inate styling rule but because it has been ingrained into to us from the 1930s on that a "long hood, short decklid = performance. It is not NECESSARILY true but has been a hallmark of styling FR sports/GT cars for so long that we automatically associate it with performance.
It is why the 64.5 Mustang was a homerun! We associated it with speed--a Fordomatic trans and 170 cid inline 6 had no performance in it! The long hood and short deck signaled SPEED--even though it was a Falcon underneath.
In another 20 years, the long, raised decklid and short hood will become to mean speed and performance. Every--and I mean EVERY supercar (save the 911s) has the long deck/short hood
I like the long hood, the big V8 and the M7. I like it because that's what I grew up on when I was a kid, hoping some day I could buy a Corvette.
But I understand that my age group are retiring and not buying new Corvettes. I hope the C8 is a huge success because most important to me is the continuation of Corvette.
I like the long hood, the big V8 and the M7. I like it because that's what I grew up on when I was a kid, hoping some day I could buy a Corvette.
But I understand that my age group are retiring and not buying new Corvettes. I hope the C8 is a huge success because most important to me is the continuation of Corvette.
That is an honest post! I agree in that nostalgia plays a big role for alot of people. GM knows this too, but they also know that they need new blood to keep the brand going--as I think you intimated.
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I like my C7, but I am really looking forward to seeing a C8 in person. With just a couple of exceptions, I like what I saw at the reveal and GM is going to deliver one heck of a car for less than $60K. Change happens - some will like it, some will not. It’s the nature of the car business.
Just because something has always been one way doesn't mean changing is impossible. In case you haven't noticed, there have been a few changes since the C1...
Hard to tell them apart, isn't it? I mean they both have 4 wheels and a windshield. The similarities pretty much end there. That C1 had a 6 cylinder. They never should have change that! That's the way the original Corvette was. You change that and it's not a Corvette anymore, right?
You could make that argument for virtually every change in the last 66 years. Get over it. Things change. That's how the world works.
Great photo comparison. What strikes me most, however, is the similarities.
You can see the bloodlines. Across all those decades!
But your main point is also valid. Change is a constant. And it’s generally good. It’s called progress.
The C1 was revolutionary.
The C2 and C3 were awesome leaps forward.
The C4 was a leap backwards. (My opinion only)
The C5 moved the Corvette in the right direction again. Just not enough for me, personally.
The C6 crossed the line into must-have territory. (again, for me, personally)
I adored my C6 for 8 years.
The C7 took the Vette to new and towering heights. I adored my 2014 C7.
I currently adore my 7-week old 2019 C7.
The C8? As an M7 and vert lover, it’s not for me. Not now, anyway. As an M7 and vert lover, I understand I am in the minority.
The C8 certainly has some amazingly attractive features, like the HP and the price. I wish it great success. I wish it’s buyers great happiness. I will watch and wait with great interest to see how it evolves. There may or may not be a C8 in my future.
I like my C7, but I am really looking forward to seeing a C8 in person. With just a couple of exceptions, I like what I saw at the reveal and GM is going to deliver one heck of a car for less than $60K. Change happens - some will like it, some will not. It’s the nature of the car business.
I agree VJ, but I think it's going to be awhile before any new C8 will be purchased for a price under $60K. Once you add the options, higher trim levels, and initial dealership mark-up, I don't think there will be too many 2020 Stingrays sold for under $75K.
Personally, I would have liked to see a higher entry level price with perhaps more standard features similar to current C7 GS pricing.
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Originally Posted by d16dcoe45
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C8 sleek clean lines ✅
C8 Clean functional interior ✅
C8 Spacious trunk (surpringly)✅
C8 Drop top (soon)✅
C8 Long hood ❌
C8 M7 ❌ (thank goodness it is a DCT instead)
They have finally built a car that for all intent and purpose will require taking it to a dealer for service with the exception of the windshield wipers. Thanks but no thanks, I'm keeping the C7.
07-21-2019, 10:24 AM
What I love about my C7 vs C8
