Chevrolet Corvette C8 Convertible

Chevrolet Corvette C8 Convertible | evo REVIEW

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2 жыл бұрын

A £79,200 price tag makes the mid-engined C8 Corvette Convertible over £10,000 cheaper than a drop-top 911, but is it any less fun to drive? Steve Sutcliffe gets behind the wheel in Europe for the first time.
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@jryalls 2 жыл бұрын

All this Steve and Jethro content is getting me excited about Evo again.

@BubuBarong 2 жыл бұрын

More Steve and Jethro please!!!

@TML34 2 жыл бұрын

The reason I resubscribed!😀

@duncanbleak3819 2 жыл бұрын

The autobahn blast was the "cherry on top" of another great review. Well done!

@aspiratedaloha2946 2 жыл бұрын

Steve is breathing life back into EVO. He is one the best Automotive Journalists out there in my opinion. Very enjoyable to watch. Cheers 🍻

@drewmorg. 2 жыл бұрын

He is, such a beast and great driving skills. Very authentic love for these cars

@Zygrene 2 жыл бұрын

That autobahn run had my heart pumping! Looks exciting but terrifying at the same time.

@chuckkourouklis1980 2 жыл бұрын

God... I'm a yank just imagining driving on a road where everybody understands that the default cruising lane is the one on the RIGHT, enough that you can open a 180-mph car up with confidence on a public road in the left. LANE DISCIPLINE. One can dream... or go to the autobahn, I guess.

@sborges111 2 жыл бұрын

And you guys have it better in the US than Canada. In my experience driving lots in the States. Canadians in Toronto area don’t give a damn and in fact will try to impede you if they sense you want to go faster.

@norwegianblue2017 2 жыл бұрын

I am afraid of driving much over 100mph on most highways in the US because I am always worried some idiot might pull a Crazy Ivan and turn in to my lane for absolutely no reason and with no warning. I fear this even more than getting the speeding ticket.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

I have to add my 2 cents Chuck. In Japan people will move over if you flash your lights. On the Autobahn it is understood and correct action taken. In the states. We never know your intentions. Block you from passing, move over, or just speed up and slow down again. The guessing is what makes in interesting in the states. smile

@saltpeter500 2 жыл бұрын

@@sborges111 yep!

@mercoid 2 жыл бұрын

@@norwegianblue2017 …Exactly. You just don’t know who’s going to do what here in the states. When it comes to sharing the road, most Americans behave foolishly, selfishly and don’t take driving seriously.

@ncsteeltoe 2 жыл бұрын

What's interesting is seeing the oil and water temp drop in the high speed run. Very efficient cooling!

@MrSuchasillygoose 2 жыл бұрын

It's easy to cool a car when you have airflow. I overheated the C7 Corvette far more easily on slow technical tracks.

@Person_-sy3oz 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrSuchasillygoose the c7 used to overheat very quickly especially the zo6 and zr1

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrSuchasillygoose I never had that problem pushing hard with my C7 Z51. However, there was a guy on the Porsche reenlist forum that stated every C7 over heats at the track.

@jakeclayson7647 2 жыл бұрын

@@Person_-sy3oz …Yeah, I had a 2016 C7 Z06, and the stupid thing went into overheating limp mode just driving up the canyon, as Honda Accords passed me! 🤦‍♂️

@GeordieAmanda 2 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this one :) I used to sell Corvettes in the UK and have a deep affection for them. They had a lot of advanced features that they didn't get credit for. Decades ago, they had Hydro-formed chassis and Magnetic (MRRTD) Suspension for example. And who doesn't like a pushrod V8 (apart from Greta Thunberg, of course). Thank you Steve. Keep 'em coming :)

@OlderthanIlookyoungerthanIfeel 2 жыл бұрын

Even my 26 year old Camaro has things that none of the modern cars have , like automatic headlights and front fenders that are molded into the mirrors , and aero windshield wiper arms . GM has always been better than most people think it is .

@gen1c8rs88 2 жыл бұрын

The C7 ZR1 used the same brake rotor material and rotor manufacturing process as a McLaren Senna.

@Jesusprayerwarriorbw 2 жыл бұрын

Front lift with 1k memory slots & GPS auto lift feature

@OlderthanIlookyoungerthanIfeel 2 жыл бұрын

@@layne4376 It actually works quite well just like torsion bar suspension on a Pickup , or 3/4 leaf springs on the back of an old jeep . It had proper dual wishbone suspension , instead of inferior McPherson suspension like so many of the cars that get way to much credit . 99% of the people who talk shit about the Corvette have never even been in one . Did you know that the front suspension on a brand new Dodge truck is the same as the front suspension on on the original Jeep XJ from the early 80's ? If it's still the best design there's no need for advancement . Chassis and suspension geometry are by far the most critical aspects of a car design , not spring material .

@GeordieAmanda 2 жыл бұрын

@@layne4376 yes they were transverse and lighter than using coil springs, plus they were not locating in their implementation, so you can design proper suspension around them. Oh, and they also had an anti-roll property, in some case replacing the anti-roll bar altogether.

@k_plax 2 жыл бұрын

That autobahn run and dash view was great, thanks for including it!

@shaunlunney7551 2 жыл бұрын

Love mine, went for a 1LT w/Z51 and MR. Great on track! a very balanced and calm car at speed. Enjoy you Corvettes over that side of the pond!

@robertd4468 2 жыл бұрын

In the US they have 20 more horsepower. I’d gladly give that up to have the Autobahn instead. While you envy the fact that the US spec has slightly more power, we envy your ability to actually use it. Nice drive

@Patrick-bu5vy 2 жыл бұрын

And just a couple of weeks away from the US release of the ZO6.....which will be several steps on from the standard C8. Exciting times.

@ko7305 2 жыл бұрын

If z06 is not a manual, then is garbage appliance like this one.

@anydaynow01 2 жыл бұрын

Plus, it's pretty crazy to think that Z06 is only the middle child, the Zora will turn things up to 11, supposed to be a turbo hybrid or something wacky fast like that!

@OlderthanIlookyoungerthanIfeel 2 жыл бұрын

The coupe has a removeable roof , so the chassis is designed to be roofless whether it's a folding convertible hard top or the manually removeable Targa top . That's why you can't feel any difference between the 2 , even the front engine Corvette's were built that way .

@wit2pz 2 жыл бұрын

Well, to be accurate, the C7 was the 1st Corvette to apply this design from the start. The C5 Coupe, C5 Convertible, and C5 Z06 were pretty different, specifically the Z06 only being available as a Fixed Roof Coupe (FRC) because the additional engine HP/ Torque causes too much flex in the frame. The C6 Coupe and Z06 incorporated the sloping rear window for both, but maintained the higher HP/ Torque version (Z06) to come as an FRC. I think the C7 was the first Z06 with a removable targa roof panel and convertible. The C8 was the 1st to look the same from the side profile whether you get the targa or the convertible.

@OlderthanIlookyoungerthanIfeel 2 жыл бұрын

@@wit2pz The base models came with a removable top , and were plenty stiff or rigid enough because that was part of the design . The C6 Z06 had a all aluminum chassis that made it even more rigid , than the fixed roof could . Every base model from C5 up was designed with a removable top in mind , the lower chassis made up for not having a roof .

@wit2pz 2 жыл бұрын

@@OlderthanIlookyoungerthanIfeel not all base models, specifically the C5 had that removable roof. The FRC was designed before the Z06, but was the only design structurally rigid enough for the higher powered engine.

@team_cartooney6559 2 жыл бұрын

@@wit2pz The base C3, C4, C5, C6, and C7's dont all have the T top ???

@wit2pz 2 жыл бұрын

@@team_cartooney6559 the base models have the removable targa/ T-tops. What I'm saying is that not all base models had the structural rigidity to handle the higher horsepower variants (C5/C6 Z06) in targa form. That's why the C5 Z06 was fitted to the Fixed Roof Coupe, because it was structurally rigid enough to handle the additional power. The flaw in the C5 Z06 was the notchback design, which had more wind resistance than the sloped rear glass of the Base C5 Coupe. The Coupe's top speed was faster than the Z06 because of the notchback rear. They addressed this in the C6 Z06, which kept the rear glass sloped. The C7 was the first with the removable targa top in the Z06 variant.

@paulbunyan9436 2 жыл бұрын

An amazing car. Keep in mind that this is the base model. Just wait till you see what the Z06 can do.

@juleswinnfield6930 2 жыл бұрын

Also waiting for that release....

@Mike.W.Dasher 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the Stingray is like the 911 Carrera, with the Z51 being the Carrera S. The Z06 would be the GT3 of the range, with the crazy aero package being like the RS version. I imagine the ZR1 will be like the 911 GT2 of the Corvette range. And then there are rumors of a 1,000hp AWD hybrid Corvette coming in a few years, which is more like a 918 Spyder, which is mad to think about.

@dlombana161 2 жыл бұрын

Previous Z06 was a handful at 10/10ths. I suspect the Z51 equipped version will be more than enough car for most and allow one to keep it between the mustard and the mayo. Or off the tire walls.

@Jordan-ql8pv 2 жыл бұрын

@@dlombana161 Between the mustard and the mayo hahaha. Good one. Cannot say I have heard that before. 🤣

@Stang2016 2 жыл бұрын

@@Mike.W.Dasher you’re correct the 1000hp + model will be called the Zora. That particular model will have the ZR1 5.5L twin-turbo V8 plus electric assist front drive assembly for a combine 1000hp. A very nice way to end the C8 development cycle…..

@thegooddoctor6719 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo on the review - You nailed it !!!!! As an owner of a C8 HTC - I got to say - I like the steering wheel .......

@drummerAVA 2 жыл бұрын

2:04… and this is why I’m a fan of the C8

@jojog8304 2 жыл бұрын

Such critical opinions on this car compared to others (cough, Porsche) but his subtle giddy smile after he put the top down sums up the review.

@ZeGermanHam 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning video! Well done, Evo. As for the C8, this is the "plain jane" version. If you want something more fizzy, wait for the Z06 version that will set your hair on fire. I also reckon that there were a few more MPH left in that top speed run if it had been left in 6th gear for longer, but 182mph is still mighty impressive at this price point.

@tobycyril780 2 жыл бұрын

imho 190 mph with the US version the last 20 hp steal ny EU regulation counts as these speeds

@dunckeith 2 жыл бұрын

If this was GPS speed it would be much less, speedo always reads high in euro cars

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Ze, that was really good at 182 mph with a particular filter. Top speed for the Z51 without filter is 184. The cheaper corvette without Z51 has a 194 mph top speed. All C8's shipped to Europe will be Z51 version for that edgy feeling.

@jimettamarna417 2 жыл бұрын

182 mph on a public road! Respect!

@OzarksWildman 2 жыл бұрын

You really got to have petrol in your veins to pass other cars on the road at 180mph!

@pnichols6500 2 жыл бұрын

A little brass in the huevos doesn't hurt either 😏

@enol8603 2 жыл бұрын

The convertible loses the beautiful glass window showing off that beautiful v8 engine.

@GadgetyMV 2 жыл бұрын

It gains the ability to open the rear window at any speed and enjoy the engine sound more. Or the top fully down at speed while maintaining boot volume larger than just about any convertible on the market, hard top or otherwise.

@akrs6398 2 жыл бұрын

Which I don’t mind lol

@fortijr 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the convertible just for how great it looks for 3/4 rear view. It looks like something much much more high end.

@robmac9665 2 жыл бұрын

My new favorite car

@twilightsuzuka6252 2 жыл бұрын

I can see why Chris Harris considers Sutcliffe to be one of the fastest drivers !

@iHaveTheDocuments 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that embargo dropped hard today on this car. The flood gates opened.

@brianiswrong 2 жыл бұрын

A big 👍👍 up to Chevrolet,when a seasoned car tester like Steve can only not pick at the cars dynamics,praise the gearbox and brakes, then you know just how good a sports car ,your £85'000 is buying you.

@GadgetyMV 2 жыл бұрын

Steve Sutcliffe, love your reviews. In this one you state "It disguises its weight well but it does ultimately feel like quite a big old wagon..." The weight increase of the hard top convertible over the coupe should only be 101 lbs according to Chevrolet's own web page. I find it odd that this weight addition and a slight power decrease should make it feel like a a big old wagon compared to your own review of the Z51 coupe prior, where you stated "This thing's bloody awesome... but honestly the balance of the chassis is just brilliant...it's absolutely fab, it really is, with really lovely steering....the straight line performance is pretty titanic..the steering is so good. Congratulations Corvette, you really, really, have done the business on this car. Brilliant."

@norwegianblue2017 2 жыл бұрын

The curb weight of the base model Corvette is less than 300 lbs heavier than the base Porsche 911. It actually has a higher power/weight ratio than the Porsche. Never really heard anyone complain about the weight of this car.

@IverKnackerov 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t think it was a complaint …merely pointing out a fact ..it is heavier than the competition

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, the convertible top adds 88 Lbs. The car is 1570kgs. wet.

@Ra111den 2 жыл бұрын

Youll love the z06

@genericallyaccepted 2 жыл бұрын

Now that was a good review.

@gaddyify 2 жыл бұрын

The C8 is finally the Corvette model that finally won over the Brits.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Terry, there is a small Corvette following in Europe. At the end of the day a car guy/gal just loves cars.

@ironsaber2 2 жыл бұрын

fun fact gm claims the top speed of this car in certain configurations is 184. the euro spec is down on hp and heavier and still got within 2mph of the top speed so its nice to see they are not lying

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

All C8 Stingray with Z51 is 184 mph. Non Z51 is 194 mph. The wing on Z51 cars is fantastic for track racing but, adds drag.

@Revheadrev 2 жыл бұрын

Looking sharp, SS. Great review as well, as always. Thanks mate

@michaelwilson7924 2 жыл бұрын

People say the steering wheel looks odd, and it does. but what it does so.....is give you a perfect view of the dash

@quasimodo8215 2 жыл бұрын

Steeeve, as someone who use that part of A1 Autobahn on a daily basis I could confirm it's downhill configuration 😆✌

@laskos02 2 жыл бұрын

With styling that only its mother would love

@jabiqq 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if Portofino M is worth 2 of these, plus a Fiesta ST and a nice holiday.. ?

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Jabiqq, I'm a big Corvette guy and plan to buy the C8 ZO6 when the ordering booth opens. The Portofino M has a lot going for it the least of which is the name (Ferrari). Then comes the re-sell value and add to that the 2 plus 2. Don't get me wrong I have enjoyed my C7, and Porsche but, the Ferrari is in a different category in my opinion.

@samueldowney2806 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work Steve. Two good reviews in less than a week! Is EVO back?

@drewmorg. 2 жыл бұрын

Us Americans are proud of this one. And let me tell you, here in the US you're talking $60k BASE price for a bare bones vehicle that can still do 0-60 in 3 seconds flat. This is why it's so hard to choose a 911 over a Vette here in the states.. the value is really in the Corvette.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

That and the fact that it beat the 992 S at the Nurbruring.

@noseonscent1935 2 жыл бұрын

End clip absolutely mental. Hats off you've got titanium jewels good sir.

@PerfectCode 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool to see Jethro and Steve + new stuff from Evo again. Now just need these in 4K!

@pomaze1 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see more of Mr Sutcliffe. Thanks EVO. 🙃🦘🇦🇺

@MercSLRFan 2 жыл бұрын

So good to see Steve here. He deserves higher budged productions.

@keithjackson4985 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done, I enjoyed that! Especially that silly top speed run? What were you guys thinking? As my mom used to say, "that's dangerous!"

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if changing from 6->7 on the autobahn was a good idea for top speed run. Love Steve as a reviewer. Ace as always.

@thegooddoctor6719 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this 6 months later - All I can say: WOW - Well Done !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@michaelteret4763 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. More Steve, please!

@bBersZ 2 жыл бұрын

It's incredible there's a public highway somewhere across the ocean where it's perfectly legal to pass some guy in a minivan at 182mph. lol love that. It was pretty nice of the guy to wave to you as you passed by too. Must be a corvette fan

@Iwo26 Жыл бұрын

There is no other car that brings that much smiles for the price.

@ametti000 2 жыл бұрын

Evo is back online. Welcome back

@Jesusprayerwarriorbw 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video sir! The front lift has GPS assistance with 1k programmable locations with automatic lift upto 35mph.

@samright4661 2 жыл бұрын

You can drive a Vette everyday and not worry about it.. A V8 Chevy is a very reliable motor

@fortijr 2 жыл бұрын

I’m surprised he said 0-60 in 3.5. I know it’s down a bit on power, but the US spec is getting regularly getting 2.8’s, from my own indicated 2.8’s traction has been the limiting factor and not power. Great video. BTW, this is my first American car let alone Corvette ( I’ve always been a 911 fan) but I LOVE it. Due to crazy markups I’ve been offered a straight trade for a new 992, but I’m keeping my convertible C8.

@msn-hn9eb 2 жыл бұрын

Would the GT1 seats be more comfortable for daily driving than the GT2 seats, assuming they are both in a 2LT? I'm considering the LT3 but I can't choose GT1 seats and if they are more comfortable that's more important to me.

@darrenjones4980 2 жыл бұрын

Could not do that legally in the US! Awesome!!

@hilliard1991 2 жыл бұрын

What Mustang this is the new bad boy in the UK. Love to have the new Corvette C8

@People-Business-And-Ideas 2 жыл бұрын

C8, is the best Corvette yet. And there's still a Grand Sport, Z06 & ZR1 to come. Its one of the best Super Cars money can buy.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

E-Ray, ZO6, ZORA/ZR1. There, I fixed it for u. LOL

@simonhutton1 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet video great stuff Steve.

@kevinbreese5739 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's a bit "chunky" if your comparing it to a cayman..or miata for that matter. if you want a car that looks like a toy on the road get one of those. The C8 is a real-size car for "big boys."

@imkeerock 9 ай бұрын

I love it! I really want a Z06 Convertible but I'd be happy with a Z51 Convertible. Great review!

@jryalls 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for the triple tests. Lotus Emira V6, Porsche Cayman GTS and Chevrolet Corvette 3LT.

@user-hr2zy7ct8h 2 жыл бұрын

Comparing it with the Cayman ist just a horrible idea. I've driven Caymans, love them, still, you simply don't compare them with a cheaper car that can put out 700hp on stock internals. When it comes to that comparsion the Cayman can be considered a luxury car. The fact that a Cayman drives better is not a reason to compare them. Compare it with a 911 if you have to compare it to a Porsche. The 911 is dull and boring, the Corvette is more affordable, has as much performance potential as more expensive 911s and isn't a boring car. So the only part where any Porsche can beat the Corvette is if you stop considering price tags or if you really don't care about improving your car for the track at all and either don't want to set laptimes or spend hundreds of thousands to get a track prepped 911.

@jryalls 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-hr2zy7ct8h Why would you even mention tuning a car to 700bhp or tuning them in any way. I’m talking about comparing them for what they are, mid engined, RWD sports cars that are around the same price.

@jr150 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-hr2zy7ct8h What are you on about? You said in your own comment that the Cayman drives better literally making your argument irrelevant 🤣. The original commenter didn’t mention which car drove better he/she just said that they can’t wait for the triple test and those 3 cars make the most sense. Imagine comparing any corvette with a 911 🤣 the 911 is leagues apart.

@user-hr2zy7ct8h 2 жыл бұрын

@@jr150 How is it leagues apart? The cheapest new 385hp Carrera S on sale right now is 130,000€ in Germany. You would have to be blind to be unable to see how a mid-engined supercar Corvette that you can modify into an absolute beast easily is a better option depending on what you want. And it doesn't just overwhelm the 911 in a few aspects, the more track oriented versions will best it at what it identifies with and probably still be cheaper. Unless you care about fuel consumption the Caymans can't be compared with it, they only beat it in terms of luxury and driving better through corners because it's much smaller. If you don't see how an affordable mid engined V8 supercar is an arch-rival for the top of Porsches range, meaning the 911, then I can't open your eyes for you.

@jryalls 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-hr2zy7ct8h You’re absolutely clueless. The fact that you’re even referring to a Corvette as a supercar proves you know nothing.

@craigfleming8849 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual New corvette is a gem

@samueldavidramirez493 2 жыл бұрын

What a really good review. excelent car.

@jamesforeman9721 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always Steve! Personally I do find the C8 design somewhat generic and awkward looking in lighter colours, to my eyes would look better in a dark blue, grey or black. That said, great to see the C8 get the recognition that it deserves, the Z06 could be a tasty appetizer prior to the main course ZR1 which should be epic bang for the buck/pound!

@Ownuout 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, fun fact. The z51 package has quicker 0-60s but actually lowers top end speed by 10mph due to the rear spoiler drag. You may have hit 192 without it if you could keep it steady.

@M16xblowDRO 2 жыл бұрын

To hell with the weight, with how sharp the throttle and torque delivery is, and with upcoming Z06 and 0 ZR1 models you know that weight is there to simply be shed in later models

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

The weight is 1570 not 1700 plus

@derred723 2 жыл бұрын

I live in the States and have seen quite a few of these and it never ceases to amaze me how many times i see it and think it's an exotic supercar like a Mclaren or Ferrari. It's probably fooled me 50 times easily. And there are Mclarens and Ferraris R8s and a couple Lambos near where i live. I see them routinely. In real life this is a very good looking car especially in Ferrari red. Easily mistaken for a Ferrari when it's coming up behind you. But up close you can tell what it is and it still holds up very well.

@dunckeith 2 жыл бұрын

Take a look at the new Lotus Emira as well

@Steve-id5qx 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been fooled by these a few times myself. It’s incredible that there’s a car with that kind of performance, and those wild looks, at such a price. To put it into perspective, the power and performance is F40-level, the wall-poster car of choice for people my age. That’s epic.

@jase6370 2 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised because I find it a terrible styled car with some very awkward lines, nothing like a ferrari or mclaren

@sheneedsme 2 жыл бұрын

I own one and even I have been fooled. My last car was a Ferrari and many people think that is what I am still driving. I actually like it better than my Ferrari or Jag FType R series that sounds better than any of them.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

@@dunckeith Duncan, I have. If, the C8 ZO6 does not sit in my garage next year the Lotus Emira will occupy the spot.

@jakeclayson7647 2 жыл бұрын

Dang great video, and one sweet car! We’ll done on both fronts!!

@williesjohnson2673 2 жыл бұрын

who cares about the car, welcome back steve, damn it's good to get your opinions again! excellent review as usual by the way and that autobahn run . . . wish i were there dude, wish i were there

@jorgeluiscapiello414 Жыл бұрын

Great ride!!!

@_VelociDad 11 ай бұрын

So buy this or a used McLaren (12C, 650S or 570S/GT) ?

@amadeuszmarzec9680 2 жыл бұрын

Steve is a wizard.

@tomredman5411 2 жыл бұрын

Love corvettes,..I bought my dad an 86 tpi..in 15 years of use ,1 alternator and a set of tyres, a lot of reviews talk about how there not quite up to the exotica,but with the these cars come huge garage and sevice bills…with a corvette you can service on your drive for pennies..and with the 700r4 tall overdrive not to bad on fuel..🙂

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Tom, you make me feel a shame. I did buy my father a wallet once. Does that count? (smile) Older Corvettes are easy to work on however, muscle cars from the same era have more engine compartment space for the win.

@joelsmith9311 2 жыл бұрын

This looks promising. I’m looking forward to seeing the (hopefully) inevitable lightweight, hotted up version. In the meantime, would I have this instead of a Boxster GTS? Yeah, I would.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

The Boxster GTS is a nice car. I think it's $87K in the states. If, I was going the GT route it would be a GT4 vice GTS for me. I'm all in for the new C8 ZO6 but, that GT3 looks promising.

@user-ie1hg5ov1m 3 ай бұрын

Can you remove the gpf filters?

@DSTGotchaGood 2 жыл бұрын

Where and when can you buy it ?

@mauricedavila8184 Жыл бұрын

great review , thats the type of corvette i would add a victor racing static c8 wing 🥵

@wit2pz 2 жыл бұрын

That thing you point out at 7:37? We call that "Permagrin"

@jbm0866 2 жыл бұрын

This type of review feeds my soul and fills me with joy that cars like this are still being made and dont require millionaire status to own, then I remember politicians are prematurely bringing the second golden age of performance to an end. Yes I know a performance oriented EV can trounce the Vette and even many ultra expensive super/hypercars in a straight line...but none will have the symphony of sound and vibrations from a V8/10/12 just behind your head. I hear Germany is even contemplating speed limits on the autobahn, and if that happens it will truly signal the end of a glorious era. I started driving in the late 90's, and the list of affordable cars for a teen meant crappy and slow used cars from the 80's/early 90's..I don't take the second performance golden age of the mid 2k's to present for granted. As soon as production gets back on track and used cars are no longer inflated in price I will look to grab myself a 3-4 year old Mustang GT with a manual to tide me over when the age of nothing but EV's arrives much sooner than anyone could imagine just 5 years ago. Great review btw..nobody cares about the infotainment system, cupholders or cargo capacity of a Vette...just how it sounds and feels to drive. You nailed it😎

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!. I didn't know Germany is contemplating speed limits on the Autobahn. Here is the states we are jealous but, happy that such a highway exists.

@jbm0866 2 жыл бұрын

@@ronretired282 It has been talked about in years past, but it seems like actual support for it is growing these days.

@Ra111den 2 жыл бұрын

Can you review the z06, its pretty godly

@jct4111 2 жыл бұрын

Is there only one dealer in the whole of the UK you can order these from?

@richardmckrell4899 2 жыл бұрын

What model year?

@Sur-Ron 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve gotta have some big balls to do that at the end!

@MarMPB 2 жыл бұрын

So, the OPF filter costs about 25hp to the European spec C8! That will make a comparison with the base 911, Cayman and Boxster GTS even more exciting!

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Mar, it's funny but I heard that same 25hp lost as well however, the reviewer ran 182mph with the filter. The top speed of this car is 184mph.

@edwarddejong8025 2 жыл бұрын

I have seen this car in person up close, it's a nice looking car when you are next to it. You do think it is a ferrari. It's only a fraction of the price of the supercars, and with the ability to raise up to go over speed bumps (and remember where they are) is one of the most practical supercars ever made, because those damn speed bumps are everywhere now. One of the reasons people have gravitated towards large wheeled vehicles like pickups and SUV's.

@Jesusprayerwarriorbw 2 жыл бұрын

I'm having trouble deciding on Z51 HTC or Z06 W/Z07 PACKAGE coupe (dont knowing I can afford the HTC , just being honest) I drove the Z51 on track at Corvette headquarters and with Track alignment is amazing. Buuuut I want the banshee wail of the Flat plane crank & lighter car!

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Boywonder, I'm all in for $150K or less C8 ZO6 at MSRP. Convertible version.

@gottliebdee263 2 жыл бұрын

That's surprisingly quick off the mark for an 1.8 ton car.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Gottlieb, the wet weight is 1570 kgs.

@craignelson5101 2 жыл бұрын

It was noisy past 160mph and it took time to pile speed on past 140mph. Having driven an F80 M3 flat out on the autobahn, the Corvette was slower acceleratating at the top end than the M3, at least until the M3 slammed hard into it's limiter at 268kmh/166mph

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Craig, with the exception of your accelerating comment which could have some merit most C8 car reviewers find it better insulated (noise) and more stable at high speeds when compared to the 992.

@paxwallacejazz 2 жыл бұрын

It might be the cheapest way to go 182mph and live. Will the Cayman S go 182?

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

I think all EU cars will be Z51 equipped. Top speed limited to 184 in the states and 182 with particular filler in Europe. The faster version C8 Stingray base top speed is 194 mph. With a particular filter it would be 192mph however, that version is not being shipped to Europe.

@FazerWiz 2 жыл бұрын

The wind in the cabin would have been a lot less if you'd put up the rear window which acts as a windbreak.

@stewartnoel9810 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video

@christopherbellisario9195 2 жыл бұрын

ZO6 or ZR1 are going to be very interesting...

@scottbowers7248 2 жыл бұрын

I believe the Z06 power target is 675bhp N/A, the ZR1 is 850bhp twin turbo both 5.5 liter flat plane crank DOHC V8

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottbowers7248 Scott, I hope you are correct. In either case I'm all in for a C8 ZO6.

@georgebrooks58 2 жыл бұрын

Speed gain on the autobahn was on the slow side. Needs more power.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

George, we don't have an Autobahn in the states (smile). Unless you are in Texas we have a lot of 55 Mph (88kph) roads.

@V1RT8 2 жыл бұрын

Sport cars to be used mainly on roads, not on tracks, aren’t purchased just on performance numbers, but on emotional feelings. The design of this Corvette may be appealing for a kid who loves mangas and mazinga, therefore I guess that for a European with some gray hairs a Porsche will be always a better choice.

@guillaumepiet7171 2 жыл бұрын

Great car! What a shame it seems so difficult to actually order one … at least in switzerland where I live…

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

What is the price in Switzerland? I'm sure Switzerland probably has a few special country taxes to separate you from your money before, the $40,000 EU VAT tax kicks in.

@guillaumepiet7171 2 жыл бұрын

@@ronretired282 118kchf for the coupe lt3 full option…

@G55STEYR 2 жыл бұрын

Don't lug the engine ar 4500rpm. Let it rev in 6th

@theantsaretakingover 2 жыл бұрын

Reminder with the weight comparison, the Audi R8 DOES weigh the exact same in similar configuration, 1775kgm to 1775kgm.

@ronretired282 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, the C8 is around 1570 kgm wet.

@theantsaretakingover 2 жыл бұрын

@@ronretired282 I know, I would have corrected them on it, but I thought that maybe the European version is way heavier for some reason, so I went with a comparison instead

@alfamonk 2 жыл бұрын

Looks awkward to me, slightly too long in the rear. But no denying that V8 😍

@thegooddoctor6719 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with your assessment the 1st time I saw the pictures/videos of the car. But in person - It looks different and a whole lot better. Trust me - I got one in my garage...