We take a spin in the 7th generation of America's original sports car.
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@DaLeadBull10 жыл бұрын
I love the old school feel of Motorweek videos.
@ked47 жыл бұрын
I like that john Davis still does motorweek
@mattkroening796410 жыл бұрын
I always feel like i'm watching a program from the late 90's when i watch one of these reviews. just in HD. It's awesome.
@adogg61911 жыл бұрын
GM's pushrod V8 have withstood the test of time. Durable, reliable, and responds very well to modifications.
@TwoHawksHunting9 жыл бұрын
I agree with everything the Motor Week reviewer stated. The C7 is a hit and the car looks fantastic in just about every color and wheel combination. The interior quality is excellent. The performance is incredible. It is a comfortable cruiser as well as fast great handling sports car. That's why I bought one. I still receive plenty of complements on my C7 whenever I take it out for a spin.
@CKDC89 жыл бұрын
+Michael bagley did you get z51 or leave it off? comments on comfort/handling for whichever option you went with?
@TwoHawksHunting8 жыл бұрын
+cjc90 I purchased the Z51 package, magnetic ride, performance exhaust, and the on board camera.
@TwoHawksHunting8 жыл бұрын
+cjc90 The ride is comfortable for me in both the touring and sport modes. I haven't tried the track mode since I haven't taken it to the track. The performance exhaust is loud and rowdy, but you can control that with the ride option nob. Both the handling and performance are exceptional. I didn't get the performance seats because I heard they were too hard. I prefer comfortable seats and the standard seats are very comfortable.
@ChristopherOvrebo6 жыл бұрын
Idk if I would agree with that. I rented one in the same color as the video, except, it had chrome or silver 5 stars. Now I don't remember. I just remembered thinking the car didn't "pop"
@GregK12472 жыл бұрын
C7 was a game changer
@AceNinja21123 жыл бұрын
John Davis: Introduces C7 Motorweek: Shows us C2 instead
@aidaaliten8817 Жыл бұрын
For comparison
@briancenti542310 жыл бұрын
MOTOR TREND recently tested a '14 stingray and got a 12.00@120mph..been watching MOTOR WEEK for almost 30 years now and still love it...this car look so much better in red though.
@hayksamvelyan10 жыл бұрын
The narrator's voice makes me anxious to hear him say, "come ooon down!"
@jamesmosley400710 жыл бұрын
Love the new features new style and reincarnation of a wonderful corvette as for those who complain about the price Im 27 and I pick mine up next week in which i will post a review, anybody with two legs and a good set of eyes should be ambitious enough to make whatever kind of money they want but if you cant afford a 50k car dont lust for it, some people work hard some people just have good family some people make less than 25k a year but whoever you are and what you do remember as long as you breathe air new cars will always be released if you set a goal for yourself however long it takes you can have this car its not going anywhere.
@87ferrarif40 Жыл бұрын
The only thing I don't like about the new vette's, is the gas door is located on the side of the car. I loved how the C4 Corvette's have the gas door in the center of the rear.
@a.r.walker625511 жыл бұрын
17/29 mpg!!!!! Thats excellent gas mileage considering how large the engine is. wow!
@DonnielSeymour10 жыл бұрын
Best bang for the buck!
@M40A3Drgn10 жыл бұрын
I hate that people say that "Corvettes are for old people" Haha I'm 21 and own a C7
@jeffdivona10 жыл бұрын
kumber 15 with a fake license and a C7
@jackmitchell12310 жыл бұрын
jeffdivona 12 sitting on a milk crate and a C7
@maniijuan10 жыл бұрын
I know right I'm in high school and own a C7!
@jeffdivona10 жыл бұрын
Jack Mitchell I also own a Ferrari. Lemonade-stand money.
@VerisimilitudeDude10 жыл бұрын
Jack Mitchell 2 1/2 still wearing diapers and in a C7
@MiamiMillionaire10 жыл бұрын
I love Motorweek !
@empowermph10 жыл бұрын
Love it. Blade Silver is the best balance, looks like a shark. Getting it.
@w.i.henley21010 жыл бұрын
yes mine is silver
@empowermph10 жыл бұрын
w.i. henley So far this summer, Id only seen a white C7 in person, normally my favorite car color for its clean look, but the black accents and details against the stark white contrast, looks gaudy. Saw a silver C7 for the 1st time in person the other day. Its Boss. Its Detroit Robocop meets Italian Ferrari. I honked in approval like a little kid, and he honked back. Vettes are for the non-snobby, alpha guys who want to go fast in style and timeless tradition. Seeing it in person inspired me, Im getting one.
@francoisd69429 жыл бұрын
+Prince Mauhdi III A Ferrari will never honk you back
@soulerflare75 жыл бұрын
4 yrs later I know , but did you get it ? If so how do you like it?
@skip741x36 жыл бұрын
whats wild is that a 2018 mustang gt will make 460 hp 420 tq and the bullit version 480hp from 5.0 liters vs 6.2 from the vette... Although, those vettes sound viciously agressive, what a sound! having sat in the seat and revved it and heard it from behind.. would have loved to have driven one but non serious looker here not a buyer ..The interior feel and build quality is levels above any previous gen vette..they got it right this time..whole car is like a work of art
@stephendibari50104 жыл бұрын
Love the C7 Stingray! Will be buying a 2016 in about 4 1/2 years when I get closer to retirement and my current 2013 Lexus ES350 is paid off. Do i need the Z51 package ? Probably not, but if the one I like has it I’ll take it. TBH, I’d rather have the 18 in /19in wheels in the non Z51 for a little better ride and i don’t want summer only tires which i heard barely last 20k miles. I’ll get the 4 season version of the Michelin Sport ...I’ll be driving this all year around and probably wont be tracking it... Like to get the magnetic ride control option also...
@seanguy97202 жыл бұрын
I was disappointed when the C7 came out because it was the first generation Vette without round/circular taillights.
@xkcoocoo10 жыл бұрын
The best North American Supercar!
@nismofury10 жыл бұрын
3.8sec 0-60 if you get it just right? Thats a 12.1 sec 1/4 mile. Nice
@sugardippedtitz8 жыл бұрын
gets into the 11's
@slapnasty51836 жыл бұрын
Not
@jessemess75984 жыл бұрын
How can you calculate that?
@markwilliams9553 жыл бұрын
John Davis is an excellent spokesperson for Motor Week, I have watched him since I was a kid. I'm 59, I have owned four Corvettes. C4,C5,And C7, Lets MAKE THIS PERFECTLY CLEAR CORVETTE IS A TRUE AMERICAN SPORT CAR SINCE 1953 PERIOD!!!! YOU CANNOT GET MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK WITH PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING FROM THE CORVETTE. JUST ASK CHEF ENGINEER TADGE FROM GM, CHEVROLET , EACH GENERATION ARE ALWAYS BETTER. I've been seeing younger people driving the C7 corvette.
@craigt59064 жыл бұрын
A C7 Stingray’s horsepower was NEVER rated “465” it was 455-460 from 14-19...
@Viper817663 жыл бұрын
I thought he said 465 lbs of torque
@tmat0411 жыл бұрын
Gr8 review on the new Vette....Gr8 work Chevy!
@0421815810 жыл бұрын
They took 43 seconds to design the front grill/intake
@stradivarius1519 ай бұрын
What would you have done different???
@michaelanderson59756 жыл бұрын
MotorWeek is the best I've been watching them since I was a little kid dreaming of cars that they showed on the program now I'm preparing myself to buy a 2014 Corvette Stingray I'm not sure if I want yellow white or orange orange being my favorite color we'll see
@Slowgroovin Жыл бұрын
Give the C4 credit because all Corvettes since share evolutions of it's body shape. This car just needed hidden headlights and round taillights.
@87ferrarif406 жыл бұрын
What's with the chrome strip on the front grill? It looks ridiculous on this Corvette.
@strafy52308 жыл бұрын
3:04 They're not round so just "Deal With It"
@pm51211 жыл бұрын
Not everybody has money to throw around like that. But my cousin just did that exact thing and glad he made that decision. He tested both and has had his GTR for a few months. Loves the car AND the quality. Said the vettes were just made too badly. Hopefully this new one is better. Plus the GTR can beat just about anything under 200 grand from the showroom floor.
@JohnAK728 жыл бұрын
Have a look at new Porsche 718 Boxster S, it changed my mind of course for a bit more.
@hoangphan3311 жыл бұрын
Where I live (orange county CA) they are all pre sold. I am on a wait list to get mine. I am in 62nd place and its going to take about a year. I suggest looking around your dealerships to see if they are available. Try adding yourself on as much wait-lists as possible, you do not have to give a deposit or anything.
@hduncan258711 жыл бұрын
All I can say is... that's just what Motorweek does. The reason I even came here was the quip about knee-jerk blogs. Most the low-budget videos still don't do much for me since they interject too much music (usually rock) with fire across the screen, because clueless marketing people think we're all into monster trucks. With that, I appreciate Motorweek remains quietly journalistic without trying too hard, but they should have left such a petty comment out, as it then becomes hypocritical.
@iggygeeproductions10 жыл бұрын
I drive the base C6. Stingray in 2015 I think. On the road there are very few cars faster. Porsche Turbo slower. AMG black, faster. My car, waaaay cheaper. And daily drivable without breaking.
@ShawnDickens11 жыл бұрын
I finally like how a vette looks. I'll have to go test drive one, but it looks like I might be willing to own one for the first time.
@1bojanbojan11 жыл бұрын
No 0-60 or 1/4 Mile Run?
@hduncan258711 жыл бұрын
The old fashioned auto writers... consider it the good ol' boys thing. I love how he continuously enunciates, but still says "perfeck" on more than one occasion (@2:18). It's not his fault, though. The older journalists had a different style to grow up with-- this was how they were trained for TV and radio (the latter even to this day).
@choward87410 жыл бұрын
But yes I can't wait for the Z cars!
@pontiacGXPfan11 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see this Vette in person
@reyperez342411 жыл бұрын
This is a great corvette, i know that there's a lot of hate for this c7 but been realistic this is a good performance card , there's a few issues for some people like weight, hp , square taillights but there's a reason for that, Google them please don't look ignorant with your comments, this is not the first corvette with square taillights
@whal8y10 жыл бұрын
That's cool- help change my perception.
@skillz185511 жыл бұрын
The Z07 will take the cake,, rumors are V8 TT with a slightly wider stance, bigger grip, and even tighter suspension with 600 hp for starters
@troypower473310 жыл бұрын
I will take one in this silver, stunning, love it, can't wait to throttle it!!
@reyperez342411 жыл бұрын
Google it, c4 had square taillights but I don't remember the exact year 91+ for sure, c6 have oval taillights and now the c7 has trapezoidal (thanks for reminding me) the camaro had round taillights too (my favorite one)
@BEBNC111 жыл бұрын
John Davis has fared well over the years. Looks like he's trimmed up. Where's the Member's Only jacket though? lol Remember him doing C4 reviews from the mid 80s for MW.
@BVBUli094 жыл бұрын
What a great commerc... ahm review of one of the best american sports cars! Love this clip 😂🙈
@FeldmanChevyofNovi10 жыл бұрын
Awesome Review!! It's a beautiful thing to see one sitting on the showroom floor!!
@TimJoseph0803199010 жыл бұрын
In other countries, amber turn signals are required, but because the German vehicles are now using them in their modern cars, I think Chevy decided to put them. This might be a globalized sports car, despite being Made in America. In the old days all American cars had red turn signals combined with the brake light. Almost all the cars sold currently have red turn signals in the back, including Mercedes, BMW, Acura, Infiniti, and all other brands.
@CalgaryHyundai1310 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get mine!
@boofdfast10 жыл бұрын
Yeah, then you woke up. LOL ;)
@BEBNC111 жыл бұрын
Actually, the 6.2 LT1 weighs almost the same as Ford's 5.0 (slightly less I believe) and is dimensionally smaller than the 5.0. Very compact and efficient engine with amazing torque and power band. Glad GM stuck with OHV.
@jebxbouck9410 жыл бұрын
@HTHAMMACK1 that's actually the ZR1, your thinking of
@georgettaperue442411 жыл бұрын
I would love it if they brought back the L88 motor but in a small block version and have it with over 600hp.
@mrmovin123454 жыл бұрын
You guys dont beat these cars the way you use to :( ... I mean test them not beat them :)
@Ford_Raptor_R_720hp_V810 жыл бұрын
The Hatch Area is where your Family rides I take it.
@TimJoseph0803199010 жыл бұрын
So people don't get confused when the turn signals are amber. When it's red turn signals, separate from the brake lights or sharing the same bulbs as the brake lights, it confuses other drivers.
@KevinMay7110 жыл бұрын
7-speed manual?
@jaimeferrerromero249910 жыл бұрын
Turn signal lights are in yellow?
@somedayzo610 жыл бұрын
I am very anxious to see what GM has in store for the Zo6!!!! They have a lot of catching up to do as we must remember the Mustang GT500 has 662 HP and the Nissan GTR is upped to 600 HP for the upcoming year. WE need more HP and they had better hurry!!!!!
@roshan51710 жыл бұрын
the nismo is 600, not the normal GT-R if I remember correctly.
@transrus15 жыл бұрын
What happened to the 1/4 mile time ?
@SouthshoreVice10 жыл бұрын
A lot of arm-chair car reviewers in here, what do you people actually drive that's so impressive?
@MustangsTrainsMowers9 жыл бұрын
A 2009 Ford Ranger 2.3. The plus side is a lot less spent on gas and insurance.
@francoisd69429 жыл бұрын
+Boyd W You can keep it
@jacdan5026 жыл бұрын
I have my 2015 Cruze LTZ with RS package 1.4 L turbo And my 1994 Corvette LT1 auto. Corvette is Fully paid for. :)
@jg26116 жыл бұрын
Doubt anyone would turn down a corvette if given to them. It is what it is. I like motorweek reviews.
@tedsmith12955 жыл бұрын
2014 corvette
@sugardippedtitz8 жыл бұрын
yea baby, that why I bought one!!!! wooo hoo!!
@carlosa.791311 жыл бұрын
Beatiful car! A truly amazing machine!
@ALLw3rk24 күн бұрын
Purebred American muscle 🇺🇸💪
@david0290143 жыл бұрын
Getting one this year!
@Rennpanzer10 жыл бұрын
I've never been more than an objective fan of previous Corvettes but, to me, this car is stunning. GREAT job Chevy!
@jebxbouck9410 жыл бұрын
I do love the look of the new Vette, but why can't GM put more power in it? It seems like they're not using the Corvettes potential properly, I realize that 455 is still a lot, and that GM is at the top of it's game when they utilize the maximum of the engine by getting everything they can out of that HP, but I really think they need to join the 600+ club, or AT LEAST the 550 club, the ZR1 was a beast, why can't they put that in EVERY car, stop trying to make it affordable, it's a sports car, it's not supposed to be affordable
@HTHAMMACK110 жыл бұрын
The Corvette Z06, which is the more expensive model, has 640 bhp and 635 lbs-feet of torque.
@tedsmith12955 жыл бұрын
put some long tube headers on n a airbox on yours
@Salih.A.j11 жыл бұрын
3:06 is the most important thing to me :)
@whal8y10 жыл бұрын
After taxes and everything it's mid 60's. But, yeah- saw my first one on the road- guy has white hair.
@junior551611 жыл бұрын
i would really like to see a comparison between this car and tesla model s
@orbits211 жыл бұрын
The front end needs round headlights The interior needs a complete makeover soon maybe 2016 back end looks great
@TimJoseph0803199011 жыл бұрын
Amber turn signals in the back? Looks like the Corvette's first time to have those, but Corvette fans might not be too impressed about it, since they favor red turn signals in the back, considering this is an American super car.
@SmoothCruizer372 жыл бұрын
All about shrinking the overall size of the corvette and screwing of the tall looking to drive a comfortable ride.
@MustangsTrainsMowers9 жыл бұрын
Black wheels, black wheels, I hate black wheels! At a car show I saw a white 2014 Corvette with white wheels on it. That was one of the most beautiful cars Ive seen. And to the people who hate American cars, that Corvette, a Mustang or Camaro will outlast a Ferrari.
@ForzaS19 жыл бұрын
I'm personally not a fan of American cars (I prefer Japanese cars), but the only reason I have not been a fan of our makes have been because of bulk and weight (obviously not including the Vette). Notice how the only actual flagship sports-car we have is the Vette. While Viper semi fell off and... when's the last time you've seen a Ford GT outside of special events now days. I will one day design a car that will be as sleek as it is powerful, with a goal set on not overburdening the driver with outrageous weight / bulk so the car can handle a curve as well as it can fly on a straight. We need more cars like this, not straight line train wrecks. 1000+ hp and infinite torque means nothing if it can't be controlled. And as far as Euro cars are concerned, yeah they usually look really nice, but like I've mentioned in many other posts, why do I always see Euro cars with critical engine problems? They have their flaws too. Lastly, don't think just because I prefer Jap cars that I don't acknowledge their flaws as well, they have as many as the rest.
@rixille9 жыл бұрын
Boyd W I agree that blacking everything out is stupid and lacking in style.
@rixille9 жыл бұрын
ForzaS1 Japanese cars are alright, but the Japanese market doesn't really pursue the same kind of cars that European and US car makers aim for. Japanese sport cars usually mean 4 or 6 cylinders with turbo, also the styling isn't appealing to everyone. Don't get me wrong, it is amazing what car manufacturers can do with 6 cylinders; but keep in mind of other key roles that play in the operation of the car. Honda, Toyota and Subaru for example; their sport cars are usually just souped up family cars. Nissan is the only one that actually makes a good sports car; which is the 370Z and also their cheaper Altima coupe.. Mitsubishi tries to make their cars very sporty; but they are really more souped up sedans as well; not as dedicated as the 370Z or corvette would be in example. In terms of "control"; I don't see your point. Most of the cars today on the road that are performance cars have really great suspension and handling for cornering, etc.. I think there are finer points which indicate manufacturers who do better or worse; but the aftermarket scene is always an important factor for enthusiasts. Honestly, if I ever get an import sports car and I didn't want to spend 100k, I would probably get a Hyundai (South Korean) Genesis Coupe. Those are fun cars to drive and offer great control and power for the price you can get them. But for daily driving; I love simple cars with affordable repairs and simplicity, no complex bullshit like you see in most newer cars today.
@therealjayseh Жыл бұрын
Already 10 yrs old. Just like that lol
@hduncan258711 жыл бұрын
Exceptions to low budget channels might be Petrolicious (though it's more classic car porn rather than reviews, and may make good bank), Chris Harris at /Drive (which again has some good backing behind it), Winding Road (again, semi-large backing), and one of the lesser ones is MPGomatic. Harris' /Drive platform mate Matt Farrah has/had some of the usual tires smoke and rock I was talking about, as an example.
@counkev11 жыл бұрын
17/29 MPG WTH How is that possible!! And where is the slalom test and braking.
@classickruzer14 жыл бұрын
AWESOME RIDE...
@Inklebonker110 жыл бұрын
How so?
@Inklebonker110 жыл бұрын
I don't get it. US cars were required to have red turning signals? I don't get it.
@TheKacper20016 жыл бұрын
Is this car good daily driver?
@steve751123 жыл бұрын
john davis voice reminds me of a game show host
@Inklebonker110 жыл бұрын
That sounds like an odd law. Why are they mandatory in the EU?
@eth670611 жыл бұрын
What a perfect machine
@dylM9211 жыл бұрын
the corvette has cylinder deactivation during highvay cruising it will run on 4 cylinders instead of 8
@bleedingedge9810 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree, the tail lights are the best, the name of the car just sounds awesome
@BRIANBOBCHAPMAN6 жыл бұрын
MotorWeek | Road Test: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
@Inklebonker110 жыл бұрын
It has allot of trunk space for a sportscar, even with the top in the trunk. But still, doesn't every sportscar suffer from those shortcomings?
@GreekFenah11 жыл бұрын
@MotorWeek, Where does the 455 HP number come from? Just Curious because according to the Chevrolet website its rated at 460HP. Anyways Awesome vid! Thanks!
@craigt59066 жыл бұрын
Fenster 455 is standard 460 is with optional NPP exhaust
@jawzmuzik56285 жыл бұрын
WE LOVE YOU JOHN DAVIS!!!!!
@MRJ5203 жыл бұрын
No 1/4 mile times? WTF???
@EdwardDG29 жыл бұрын
My C4 Vette will do until I'm older to afford this😅
@Sonnywitdamoney8 жыл бұрын
Haha same, what year is your C4?
@Goondindon10 жыл бұрын
Jesus, this guy speaks like a 1980's bad vacuum cleaner salesman... Great car too :)
@sartainja7 жыл бұрын
Goondindon 🕎
@skip741x36 жыл бұрын
spot on description of the guy! nailed it!
@scottsmith657110 жыл бұрын
the corvette is made for corners , straight line I got a GM v6 that will smoke it 1/4
@pat32463111 жыл бұрын
If I can find one for I'll trade my 09 maxima sport. I doubt ill find one tho.
@tlangelo6 жыл бұрын
The only American sports car. Chevy rules
@hnnotyy11 жыл бұрын
Not a regular road test video like you usually see.
@pontiacGXPfan7 жыл бұрын
i hate that Chevy won't put CD players in their cars anymore. The Stingray has this bullshit Apple Carplay and it's basically a waste of money
@georgettaperue442411 жыл бұрын
If I had the money and was going to buy a Corvette I wouldn't buy German I would buy a CTS-V all around better car and another thing German's love the Corvette.
@Jorginator16ful11 жыл бұрын
Nice video guys
@igetitdoyou992211 жыл бұрын
C4 didn't have square tail lights, they were Squircles.