As a 2017 Camaro 2SS owner, I noticed a lot of the same positives that you pointed out are also found on the 6th gen Camaro. The interior (while not as nice as the Vette) is miles better than the 5th gen, and the Camaro has essentially the same powertrain and technology as the C7. A lot of people are understandably excited about the C8, but imo the C7 and gen 6 Camaros are very underrated vehicles. Both are great looking, comfortable (for sports cars), fairly practical (again for sports cars), performance-focused, and sound amazing
@169abr11 ай бұрын
6th Gen’s we’re the first time I, a Mustang guy, looked and the Camaro and really thought it was be a good trade. Especially a 2SS 1LE, or a ZL1.
@Clone89511 ай бұрын
@@169abr The 2SS is genuinely fantastic. I remember back then (before covid prices) I was also looking at a 911 997.2, and I chose the Camaro over it. The comfort, aesthetic, performance, and technology for the $ is insane. For $34K I was able to get a V8, dual exhaust, mag ride, a HUD, heated/cooled sets, leather, and much much more. It's a shame that covid ruined car prices, but if you can find one, they are great cars
@annathemaanderson44488 ай бұрын
@@Clone895😢
@SeanPennII8 ай бұрын
I picked up a 2016 3LT Stingray for 34. Its got 19,000 miles on it. Best purchase ever.
@user-mb4wh2xf5cАй бұрын
Thats about what they are worth..everybody thinks their 7 and 8 year old cars are worth 50k-60k...they are not.
@MrMustangrickАй бұрын
Sounds like a good buy.
@terryrutherford21148 ай бұрын
I have a 2016 Z06, 3LZ, convertible, A8. I have a wind screen shade, a car cover and a Range device to prohibit cylinder shut down. Today, 12/15/23, I just installed an AFE cold air intake. I love this car, and even though I respect the performance of the new C8s, I still like the looks of the C7 better. Thanks for the video!
@kevinvanhorn889711 ай бұрын
I have a C8 now, but previously owned a 2017 C7 Grand Sport. Terrific Car!
@alskiindy472511 ай бұрын
I’ve got a C7 Grand Sport myself and love it. No thoughts at all to switching to the C8.
@dirteater639 ай бұрын
Same here, no desire for a C8. Perfectly happy with my C7
@alphatripduce11 ай бұрын
Ive always liked the C7 grandsport plan on picking one up in the future I like the NA eninge vs the zo6
@g8autox11 ай бұрын
Great review! The C7 Grand Sport has been my “it” car since they came out. Pre-pandemic, the used prices were trending in a good direction. But that tide has certainly receded. I’ll keep working towards it. One day…
@bugmoto10 ай бұрын
Have really enjoyed my Watkins Glen Gray C7 Grand Sport Z07/7speed manual coupe since I bought it new in 2017. Not even a little bit interested in the C8 - although kudos to the Chevy engineers in developing the tech for the mid engine car. Always fun to watch videos of C7R's thundering down European racetracks - never get tired of that pushrod V8 song! To have one lurking in the garage is just flat out fun. Installing some Akrapovic axle backs soon to make it even more NA/Grand Sporty. Great review - especially for those of us not obsessed with the latest "bright shiny object".
@dirteater639 ай бұрын
Also a C7 owner ('18 Z51 2LT) with no interest in the C8.
@titostacos1148 ай бұрын
me and my brother had both, the c8 is way better performance wise i do still think the c7 is better if you want a manual or just prefer to have the scariness of front engine 😂
@ashravenpb11 ай бұрын
The C7 has always been one of my least favorite corvette generations but now you’ve convinced me to give it a shot. A couple thoughts 1) completely agree with your thoughts on DoD. My GP GXP had DoD and I had to have it turned off as soon as possible, car drove so much better without it and I didn’t notice any change in fuel economy. 2) I feel like the C7 is the first time the automatic corvette wasn’t a compromise (in terms of performance) compared to the manual. Previous autos were for people who wanted a corvette but couldn’t drive manuals and old guys with bad knees. I’m surprised you actually like/recommend it.
@user-qr7ee2cp4y11 ай бұрын
C7 earns the nickname stinkray
@johannesvanhoek9080Ай бұрын
I just watched this again, very good and thorough review , I love my 2019 Grandsport 👍
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
This car was awesome! What did you like about it? Get your beautifully fitting SealSkin Cover here! sealskincovers.com/pages/car-covers
@robskully35394 ай бұрын
bought one of these covers and what a mistake THAT was ! The ones on their website do not fit on the wide body style of the Grand Sport or Z06 ! It fits like crap on my GS
@wanted-338 ай бұрын
We picked up our '19 GS Vert with 5 miles on the odo as we wanted the last year of front engine car. The difference between the GS, and our '16 Stingray is amazing. The dang car is faster than I can think these days. 😀 BTW, I plugged a Range Technology V4 disabler into the OBD before I left the dealers lot. The engine in these cars are not happy running on 4 cylinders, and no one can tell me that disabling 4 cylinders if good for the engine.
@edarcuri18210 ай бұрын
Excellent. Best video of its type that I have seen, especially the production value of steady narration when inside the car displaying the windshield screen or discussing the cover. That took some work and planning. Lots of information about the car, just a bit about you. Good balance. Thanks for such a professional review.
@CaseyPutsch10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@benstechandgaming11 ай бұрын
been watching for a long time. watched your videos on how to learn manual before buying my 2018 C7 Grand Sport manual. It is my dream car, and it delivers in every way. Great video
@JoeZasada11 ай бұрын
Also with the transaxle/torque tube setup, the front/rear balance is very good even for a front engine.
@imdeplorable224110 ай бұрын
The balance for the C7 is 50/50, whereas for the C8, it's 40/60 (front/rear) empty. GM says it changes by adding a driver and passenger (duh). I, personally, don't like the looks of the C8 so, I won't be trading in my C7 for one. It's the BEST Corvette I've ever owned. I absolutely love it.
@Stuntshine11 ай бұрын
As someone who’s has many Vette’s the C7 is by far my favorite!
@estern0018 ай бұрын
The "Handy dandy" place for the key is my pocket. Thank you!
@kevintownsend38407 ай бұрын
Great review. I own a 2018 CTS V and have been considering buying one of these last front engine corvettes and this helped out a lot and ill also need that targa top. Grand Sport it will be.The tid bit at the end to keep it 8 cylinders all the time sold me
@انا_ابراهيم_البناوي11 ай бұрын
The C7 Corvette is my favorite gen of the Corvette and love seeing them and hearing the incredible engine I saw one Yesterday as I was walking to the bus stop and it was in Red and love how it looked the C7 and the GT86/GR86 are my two favorite Sports cars would love to see you do a review on the 86
@joeyoung331910 сағат бұрын
First Time Viewer, just stumbled upon this ch. Analog gauges are never pointless, just as an analog dial wrist watch is never outdated and, in fact, is the fastest way to read the time, from a multitude of viewing angles. Why? Because, the dial needle is a much faster mental picture to read in a split second. It's just faster. PERIOD.
@JackVac_joeblower11 ай бұрын
Your the best car reviewer like I already said.
@zachg906511 ай бұрын
Grand sport is one of my favorite cars. My dream used sports car would be a manual one.
@randyauer73033 ай бұрын
Lot of good information thank you I'll be looking for a used Corvette at the end of the summer
@Aries1rbhАй бұрын
I have a 2017 C7 Grand Sport and I am debating to move up to a 2019. Great car and I like it over the C8 because it is more comfortable for long rides. I am six four and weigh 275.
@InvestBetter.26 күн бұрын
If the base model is not good enough, but the Z06 is too sweet, you are in a Grand Sport
@markm703111 ай бұрын
My 2017 C7 manual doesn't force 4 cylinder mode on you. You can select it if you wish. I'm well over 30 mpg at 70 mph cruising, so why bother with it. I do have a device plugged in that defeats the forced shift from 1 st to 4 th and it works well.
@headinthekloudz11 ай бұрын
What's the name of the device please?
@tonydanzl9 ай бұрын
Yes... My understanding is that "manuals" do NOT go into 4cyl mode, unless in "Economy" mode.🤔
@strictlace29 күн бұрын
I prefer mine with an anti-theft device known as the manual transmission.
@davidmopar844611 ай бұрын
Hell yeah! I love Corvettes vipers and 911s , Cant go wrong with any.
@raygutierrez92217 күн бұрын
Thank you for a great review, I just bought one ..
@CaseyPutsch7 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johannesvanhoek908011 ай бұрын
I have a 2019 Corvette Grandsport and i love it ,
@zr1chris111 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great review on my car!!
@anthonycelano16510 ай бұрын
I just put Continental extreme sport 02 tires on my grand sport the car rides so much better no more wheel hop.
@bigalsgarage932311 ай бұрын
And this version of Displacement on Demand is way better than when Cadillac tried it in the 80s.
@jessicaandadamlawson497911 ай бұрын
Ol Casey been CRANKING the videos out. That's a good thing folks
@gsdbp78935 ай бұрын
11:51 i saw him reach down to shift haha
@n-da-bunka26506 ай бұрын
LOVE the color on that model. Had considered a GS before I bought my '17 F-Type as the '18 GS was a MUCH nicer interior than prior Corvettes.
@50foad2 ай бұрын
I went out an purchased my 19 GS M7 just as soon as I learned the C8 was unavailable with a manual trans. Love it. Just absolutely love my GS, it's a keeper. The C8, not so much.
@indiandoc25 ай бұрын
I had 914 Porsche with targa top. Easy off fit in trunk. Love that, car not so much.
@dirteater639 ай бұрын
'18 Z51 owner. It's a phenomenal car, though the only major complaint about it, is that is has the worst cupholders in automotive history.
@azimy93889 ай бұрын
As a 2017 Grand sport owner, i couldn’t emphasize enough how true this statement is
@850t5m8 ай бұрын
Believe it or not, the worst cup holder ever award goes to 911's. They are THE worst.
@SeanPennII8 ай бұрын
Yes, I frequently spill my Wendy's cups, and I've only had it for 3 weeks
@user-ls6mv7ue5z10 ай бұрын
Ah yes, cruising the corn and bean fields of Wood and Lucas counties. One of my favorite things to do
@crodrc51able5 ай бұрын
Front mid engined. Engine sits between the front and rear axles, making it a mid engined car, specifically front mi-engine. Front engine car the motor sits on the front axle. C8 is rear mid-engine.
@MrMustangrick2 ай бұрын
I had a 2017 Grand Sport in admiral blue. I should have kept it.
@Motorsportsgeek11 ай бұрын
IMO the C6 was just the right amount of refinement and raw experience for this platform. The C7 got too heavy and flashy for me. An afternoon of rattle proofing and my c6 is dead silent. The interior is plenty good, worlds ahead of the previous c5
@0Heeroyuy0111 ай бұрын
as someone who owns ones and has daily drove a C5 for the past 3 years and i mean daily drove rain, snow, or clear sky i dont understand the hate with the C5 interior. the only change i would like to make to mine is a new radio but thats only b/c the CD player on the ORIGANAL doesnt work anymore. i dont need all the stupid shit people seem to need in a car today heated/ cooled seats, touch screen everything, apple/android play etc and before you say anything about me being old like a boomer or something i happen to be in my 20s
@Motorsportsgeek11 ай бұрын
@@0Heeroyuy01 You are 100% correct. The first time I got into a C5 and C6 I was expecting such a horrible interior from all these reviewers always crying about them but it is so exaggerated. The interiors are just fine and I've had both of them apart so I can see GM really tried to refine things with the c6 and it is a big step above the c5 interior. The c7 is just too much and its weird to see Casey with a dodge viper claiming how important cooled seats are. Like really?
@travisdurham2911 ай бұрын
@@0Heeroyuy01I can understand the heated/cooled seats not being needed but to not have a touch screen or CarPlay/Android auto is prehistoric. Yes you can enjoy the car without it but they are definitely a nice and convenient addition to any vehicle especially when charging a premium price. Same as the auto rev match in the manual. Yes it’s cool and fun to do it on your own but it’s a nice feature to have at your disposal
@0Heeroyuy0110 ай бұрын
@@travisdurham29 to each their own i guess, i just dont understand it or see a need for it ya its nice but i dont have or use ether even in other cars. CD's and making a burn works just fine for me
@BRAINFxck107 ай бұрын
@@travisdurham29I don’t get this new mentality of needing a touch screen and CarPlay, it’s a CAR not a CELL PHONE bro you people are too addicted to your damn cell phones, call it prehistoric but I like to pay attention to the actual road when I’m driving, I don’t need extra distractions that’s more for people with short attention spans
@JP_Stone11 ай бұрын
That's a nice Machine. Roll by the police station and rip some burnouts in the parking lot. I hear they love that. Love it Case keep up the good work Old Sport.
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
Cheers Old sport!
@TimTheMusicMan7 ай бұрын
He knows his stuff.
@chrisc43678 ай бұрын
Great video! At 11:52 you went to shift :)
@coletrick87482 ай бұрын
The Autos do not shift very quickly. If youve ever driven a DCT car you know how slow shifting these really are. Everything else is spot on.
@jordangordon235011 ай бұрын
This generation is my 2nd favorite in terms of looks, just behind the c5
@KartiacKID11 ай бұрын
Essentially my dreamcar but in the z06 model bc the zr1’s are way overpriced and will sadly never get driven bc of the $200,000+ price tag today
@joelpierce39403 ай бұрын
The Manual will only go into V4 mode in ECO mode, that I never use.
@47mossracing11 ай бұрын
I enjoy the car review, something new
@speedlover78238 ай бұрын
Comp seats too!
@rotorblade950811 ай бұрын
‘cylinder on demand’ as long as it brings reliability issues, costs resources to implement and brings marginal fuel economy it is likely it is not more environmentally friendly, but it was probably a trick to pass emissions that can’t be proven it actually produces more emissions on long term. Lately many companies have implemented similar strategies that don’t seem to work so well on long term.
@WexWerxScott11 ай бұрын
That's a good looking vette! Can't wait to see the shenanigans that come from it!
@TimTheMusicMan7 ай бұрын
If I had that car, it would be my wife !! 😂
@brendan763211 ай бұрын
what color is this? Looks incredible especially with those wheels
@tonypartridge708511 ай бұрын
Shadow Gray Metallic
@TheWolfMatt11 ай бұрын
Great review of a rather nice C7 GS, just wish it were a stick. Honestly either considering getting a C6 Z06 or one of these C7 GS Vettes to have fun with.
@lancairw86711 ай бұрын
What in the Connecticut, tennis playing, sailing ⛵️, Izod, preppy 80s is up with the popped collar ?😂 I kinda like the style, being a 80s kid. Just need a London Fog jacket 🧥👍🏼 love the Vette .
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
If you subbed polo for tennis, you described my whole life
@elon19967 ай бұрын
Hi.. great review.. I have a 2919 GS with a 7 Speed. When you were doing the Touring vs Track mode shifting.. what was the approximate RPM difference.. you can definitely hear it.. Thanks, Mike
@keithmarlin384510 ай бұрын
Great video! I am going to pick up my first Corvette next week, a 2019 GS w 3500 miles. I ordered the sealskin and Range device. Do you have a PPF on yours? Thanks!
@davidmcdermott341511 ай бұрын
My C5 was actually pretty solid for a 19+ year old car. The cup holders were a joke, but Travel Buddies are awesome.
@SeanPennII8 ай бұрын
The oldest c5 is not 29 years old
@vincentbucci6717 ай бұрын
1st mid engine corvette was the C6 corvette.
@wstlndiesel11 ай бұрын
Casey, isn't it a mid (front engine) car? Can you share with us what makes it a mid-engine vs rear vs front? Always seem so confusing!
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
mid engine- engine is between the wheel base. Yes, this is technically front mid-engine
@wstlndiesel11 ай бұрын
@@CaseyPutsch Thanks for the feedback! Keep up the great content!
@realshady1611 ай бұрын
The early C3 vette will always be my favorite. The C7 will be second. I'm not an GM fan,,imo,,the two best looking vettes
@stephentodaro75098 ай бұрын
Nice car Had a 2019 Grand Sport and after 3,300 miles and three cracked wheels I dumped it. Know issue with the Grand Sports and Zo6's and lawsuits filed. Yet no mention of this issue from you...
@deanoallen509611 ай бұрын
Great video, Nice color.
@0Heeroyuy0111 ай бұрын
100% use nothing but the HUD in my C5 corvette when driving and rarely do i look at the actual gages
@travismichaelcrypto11 ай бұрын
Can displacement on demand be turned off in a tune?
@veritas64667 ай бұрын
Looks like the leather is pulling away at the dash??
@UweCaspart11 ай бұрын
If your going for Z06 and want to track it, be aware that this is not possible without throwing 20 to 30k at it to make it last more than on lap. But if you do so, it´s great fun and seriously fast (7:40 BtG on Nordschleife eating Porsches and BMW) Btw, mine is same color but convertible.
@Tremontvolleyball11 ай бұрын
You had an issue with one of the Corvette steering wheels. Was it the 2020? Was this one better?
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
I hate the c8 wherl
@whathehec7 ай бұрын
Man what color is that!?
@_.incredible_magnum._29111 ай бұрын
Hey casey. Did you know you can make a corvette sound like a ferrari with 180 headers?
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
Yup! but this one is pretty good as is
@_.incredible_magnum._29111 ай бұрын
@@CaseyPutsch cool! Just thought Id share
@juansaladzar11 ай бұрын
They’re not AC seats they’re ventilated seats brah
@davudandrews266511 ай бұрын
Awesome
@davudandrews266511 ай бұрын
Are review of a classic awesome Corvette
@JohnBrown-vn2qw6 ай бұрын
second i can pick one up for 50 grand sold
@lobobaltazar132211 ай бұрын
I really like Casey, I dont mind the hat to cover baldness much, but when he said the car is automatic I was really worried. Then he said we can do without analog dials. I almost unsubscribed hahahh :) Just kidding ( kind of ) but Casey is our dude. If he wants automatic..... well. Yeah. Ok, this one time.
@superioraerialfilms71759 ай бұрын
Man I can hear a wheel bearing screaming to be replaced in the drive along lol
@Herecomesthethruth10 ай бұрын
I think the 2014 to 2019 were the best looking vettes.and unfortunately chevy ruined a great American sports car after 2019.and btw this is a great video
@jacksondaniels816911 ай бұрын
I'm not sure what factory ringer you've got.. But, "rock solid build quality" is non-sense. My son's 15' ZO6 even after the TSB for the roof squeak. Still squeaks something terrible. His center console armrest leather has separated and looks like a wrinkled forehead. My 19' GS's driver door panel was replaced because the armrest leather separated looked like wrinkled bicep fat. Also, my passenger side rear quarter window trim separated from the outer panel. My brake switch's chrome delaminated and was replaced. Note, Both of our vehicles have very low miles, are 7 spd manuals, garage kept, 3 bucket hand washed and well maintained. Last, the issue with GS and ZO6 wheels cracking and warping, GM denied it was an issue. I hate these videos! Not addressing GM's build quality issues is why they continue.
@user-qr7ee2cp4y11 ай бұрын
Gran sport.. for people who want a z06 or zr1 but can't drive a stick.
@SoCalFinest200511 ай бұрын
Or cannot afford a ZR1 yet!
@Jesushmt2311 ай бұрын
It's trash .. I have mine at the dealership for 3 months all ready.. and they just told me I need a new cam and lifters .. and I don't drive crazy
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
Displacement on demand BS, thanks leftist idiots making car companies install bandaides
@LWRC7 ай бұрын
In terms of body style, the C7 looks so much cleaner than the C8 which looks like it was a high school project for design that should have been aborted!!!
@ruthlessreid917211 ай бұрын
My least favorite Corvette sqaure tail lights too angular.
@snuffeluffigis11 ай бұрын
The C7 would be better if the C6 didnt exist. Manual ls3 base model is gonna boogey on a c7 gs
@davidr686511 ай бұрын
Confirmed. My base c6 stick, will beat my buddies c7 grand sport in stick. Must be due to weight and wider tires slowing it down.
@AoiKaze200011 ай бұрын
Imma say it, the new Corvette should have been called the Stingray and NOT the Corvette. The C7 was the last true Corvette, and the thing that exists now is just a poor mans Ford GT ripoff.
@JavierHernandez-fq4hu11 ай бұрын
Damn lmao
@CaseyPutsch11 ай бұрын
what?
@JavierHernandez-fq4hu11 ай бұрын
@CaseyPutsch my bad lol. Was at loss for words , *damn* in good context lol.
@georgedreisch266211 ай бұрын
Too many factory dependent / ultimately unsustainable electronics, gadgets and crap. I appreciate the car is mechanically impressive, but could do without the embedded “features”, that I feel detract from the experience of driving.
@BlacKnightRising5 ай бұрын
the C7 is way nicer than the C8, just is, Chevy went to far, to fast and too radical the C8 looks like some basterdized version of an AudiR8 or something... it's supposed to be AMERICAS' SPORTS CAR not a euro rash sports car
@xGR1MxREAPERx6 ай бұрын
This is a useless overpriced car. It makes 0 sense… especially used. Z06’s were only like 10k more and used they are the same price or within the same range.. why in the world would you buy a standard engine fake z06 body car vs buying an actual z06 lol.. again it makes 0 sense