The Best Sports Car is... AMERICAN? | 2023 Corvette Review | 4K
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Жыл бұрынEarlier this summer, Rory headed to the US of A to take in some culture and drive the new 2023 Corvette Stingray C8. Is it as good as its European rivals? Perhaps even better?!
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@yissibiiyte Жыл бұрын
When I saw that title I was expecting the Z06. As amazing as the regular C8 is, the Z06 truly spanks the competition that cost multiple times more than it
@eloneatmyshorts Жыл бұрын
Ya. They are seriously behind. The Z06 is where it’s at now.
@henrymcmiller2527 Жыл бұрын
Maybe cost was taken into consideration. For the money, the C8 is dominant. Just like the Ford Mustang GT is the better buy versus the GT 500.
@mrchug-a-lugga1473 Жыл бұрын
Well said. In my opinion, theZ06 not only has superior performance but also embodies a lot of the original design and heart of the Corvette. Such a nice car
@spongesurf12 Жыл бұрын
Good luck ever getting a Z06 though!
@MonicaHolly143 Жыл бұрын
Zo6 isn't really a sportscar anymore its definitely in the supercar segment
@kalelwilson8337 Жыл бұрын
Rory is by far one of the best car journalist across the world..
@Chadabi Жыл бұрын
Yes you’ve watched every car review video across all platforms in all languages
@clarenspierre1013 Жыл бұрын
Facts 🔥🔥🔥🔥and his team is so creative too shoutout to them
@josephadithya Жыл бұрын
Jason cammisa for me.
@judeobi242 Жыл бұрын
He’s the best 💯
@larsstougaard7097 Жыл бұрын
Chris would be proud
@gpaje Жыл бұрын
Misha at the Nurburgring recently tested a convertible C8 and essentially said it was the best out of the box sports car he ever driven on the Nurburging. High praise, especially since before driving the car, he thought it was overhyped, but stated he was wrong, he was impressed.
@JackMott Жыл бұрын
Especially since convertibles are heavier and bendier by often large margins.
@jameswillard1 Жыл бұрын
@@JackMott the way the C8’s chassis was designed as a backbone design means there is really no structural difference between the convertible and coupe …..especially since the coupe is actually not a coupe but rather a targa roof
@JackMott Жыл бұрын
@@jameswillard1 even if we suppose that the structural rigidity is literally no different (it probably is, as for years car companies claim their car is designed to be a vert now but even targa hoops in the back are better than nothing and the solid roof clamped in still helps!). the vert is still 100lbs heavier. car is powerful enough you would never notice in normal driving but on the ‘ring that will have some consequences
@snozbaries7652 Жыл бұрын
@@JackMott 100lbs is nothing more than a small child in the passenger seat. I don't think you would notice it at all.
@JackMott Жыл бұрын
@@snozbaries7652 you done a lot of Nurburgring laps in anger?
@richardbailey64 Жыл бұрын
I can absolutely identify with the comments Rory makes in his introduction. When I was younger a lot of my friends were into Jags and British made cars but I only ever dreamed of American motors. I managed, over a period of time, to own three Mustangs, a Pontiac Firebird and finally realised my dream of owning a Corvette. For me it was the affordability (I did my own maintenance) and the camaraderie of like-minded enthusiasts. The names of American cars were just so much more exciting: Mustang, Corvette, Charger, challenger and Roadrunner as oppose to Cortina, Zephyr and such like. For me there was no comparison. Alas all that was in the year BC (Before Children) but I still have great memories of sliding into that Corvette seat, turning the key and listening to that V8 rumble into life. When I win the lottery (haha) my first purchase will be a Z06 until then I return to dreaming!
@jonathantaylor1998 Жыл бұрын
Sting aside, the cinematography in your videos is EPIC, Rory - hats off to you and your team for such incredible production quality. 😎
@supraordinaire1443 Жыл бұрын
I knew it Rory never miss be it at a range or when reviewing a car he hits the bulls eye. The best in the game. Props to the Editor on this one too LOve from western Africa Senegal
@umarmolumo9784 Жыл бұрын
The gun and the Big Mac sent me rolling😂😂. Stellar review as usual.
@thegreeneyej Жыл бұрын
Not Big Mac, that’s so 1990’s. He was at “ In and Out Burgers “. That old “In and Out urge “ (As People would “hack” the bumper stickers)
@winwinniewinfield Жыл бұрын
ok i wasnt the only one that noticed lol im like a gun some in and out an a vette seems like a good time to me
@joeblack3693 Жыл бұрын
Low key pun🤣🤣🤣
@julianadams2206 Жыл бұрын
Hey Rory, What a great review with wonderful camera work also. I find this car so much more interesting than all the other super cars with a million horsepower and a price in the hundreds of thousands. Respect to Corvette for building a truly attainable sports/super car.
@LostChildOfTime Жыл бұрын
By far the best In N Out Burger review. 10 out of 10. Hoping for a follow-up.
@kevinb.jonesphotography4571 Жыл бұрын
Love this! I worked for a Tech company base here in the US. Whenever our counterparts located in Basingstoke, England, came to the US for a visit: (1) Muscle rental car, (2) Gun range visit, and (3) IN AND OUT BURGERS!!!! Though they could not comprehend how Americans could eat in their cars. Great video!
@MrTarget556 Жыл бұрын
Americans will always love their cars, guns, sports, food and God! No opinions will ever change that!
@JohnnyJet62 Жыл бұрын
It's an American Sports Car. Love how you integrated In-N-Out and the gun range. Awesome! Just want to say, Rory, you are the best reviewer on the planet. Your review of the Huracan sealed the deal for me. You are The Best!!!!
@blaster915 Жыл бұрын
I can't tell you how excited I've been for Rory to finally get around to reviewing a C8!! He nailed it perfectly! A car that you can dream of attaining in your life!!
@drewwithmedicineforyou Жыл бұрын
Rory, this reminded me how awesome it is to be an American!! Best review ever from you! The closing actually choked me up!
@marcusoutdoors4999 Жыл бұрын
As a Brit I completely get America, a wonderful country with great people
@HexaSquirrel Жыл бұрын
The US has been the last bastion of pure, fun sports cars for a few years now. They care very little for Nürburgring lap times and focus on making what driving should be: fun. As always, absolute quality from Rory and AutoTrader; it's hard to believe content of this calibre is free!
@Saji310 Жыл бұрын
They do care about Nuerburgring times, they just can't beat the Germans despite, GM, Tesla and Co keep testing there and everyone is waiting for an official Z07 time.
@maarkkes9618 Жыл бұрын
"The US has been the last bastion of pure, fun sports cars for a few years now." Lol, what?
@HexaSquirrel Жыл бұрын
@@maarkkes9618 CTS-V; Viper TA, ACR; C8, Z06; Ford GT; Mustang GT350 & 500. There are very few sports cars left in Europe that offer the same fun, and none exist for the same money.
@catto9694 Жыл бұрын
@@HexaSquirrel 911 gt3? cayman gt4rs? bmw m5cs? amg c63 and e63 (last gen)? bmw m2? audi r8?
@RAKITHA9 Жыл бұрын
@@maarkkes9618 Germans are going on the expensive route, British and Italian have never been affordable and the Japanese are the only challengers... If you want fun expensive cars it's Europe ..Japanese are somewhere in the middle and the US still has stuff that's cheap and fun
@abushamsoodien4971 Жыл бұрын
Rory just adds such a special feel to these videos...
@lamineaim5562 Жыл бұрын
The King of car show is back and I was actually wondering when to see a full review on my dream American car guess my wish has been fulfilled Thank you guys and keep up the good work
@MrCarelessBOO Жыл бұрын
Another great review Rory. It's great to see people who really love what they do and they know what they are talking about. Keep them coming.
@GodSpeed3 Жыл бұрын
Excellent writing AutoTrader team and Mr.Reid !
@tavongadhera270 Жыл бұрын
This is how you review a car Britain, Amazing guy.
@philipciantar4824 Жыл бұрын
I have said this before and I will say it again, Rory is a fabulous vehicle presenter. One of the tops in the industry for sure. I certainly miss him on UK Top Gear. He and Chris Harris had very good chemistry between them. Get him as the main host of Top Gear USA.
@kiefershanks4172 Жыл бұрын
Corvettes are really growing on me. The C8 is a homerun for sure. It is even more impressive for keeping naturally aspirated. If you can make an engine make big power without forced induction, it is far more impressive to me than just slapping turbos on it. That makes it way cheaper too which is also a huge win.
@86drive86 Жыл бұрын
Great video Rory and team! Nice to see you enjoying some of our local roads in the Bay Area. Mt. Hamilton is one of my favorite driving roads!
@stevespacek8893 Жыл бұрын
Wow, 1600Kg, under 500hp yet does the benchmark sprint in 2.8sec and all for a song!! Impressive!! Plus, seeing it on the move- with this outfits trademark top notch cinematography- has really made the looks grow on me. I’m not usually into the aggressive angular look. But this machine makes it work, especially within context of Corvettes trademark look!! Good job all round!! 🙌🏾✊🏾💪🏾
@rod3134 Жыл бұрын
Great review 👏 The Z51 C8 is the best of all worlds. (Its actually a dual clutch 8 speed) If you put it in Sport or Launch mode it will lite up even more than what is shown here. Lastly there is another mode called "Competition" mode that is not advertised. Tricky to get to but it turns the C8 INTO A COMPLETE MONSTER!!! 30mpg when cruising around 😎
@edjack1993 Жыл бұрын
One of the best KZfaq car reviewers. Keep up the great work Rory!👏🏻
@JohnJohn-pg7ze Жыл бұрын
Great review, great video. Thanks for filming on Mt. Hamilton Road. I always thought it deserved to featured. I used to drive it and several others in the hills outside the area, and that one was always a blast.
@Ray_27724 Жыл бұрын
Great Test and Report as always. You understand how to transfer emotions to your audience 😊👍🏻Thank you again!
@MichaelNiteRealEstate Жыл бұрын
A genuine take, such a fun watch. Great work dude!
@dwaynewiggins1798 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your knowledgeable & enthusiastic reviews 👍🏾
@FSafdar Жыл бұрын
Excellent review Rory. Keep up the great work.
@solitudegaming Жыл бұрын
I see peeps in the comments talking about the Z06, I'm pretty sure Rory will have a vid for that lined up soon. Proud of chevy for this car though, well done.
@jermainen7846 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I remember the last gen was sold in the UK by a reseller, but after taxes and fees etc it worked out to around 100K GBP. Hopefully this one stays around the 50k mark once it's on these shores.
@maxf4275 Жыл бұрын
Rory, one of the GOATS! 💯
@JackMott Жыл бұрын
You can lower a corvette with stock adjustment bolts, so no need to make the tires bigger to reduce the gap.
@TaureanSmoke Жыл бұрын
By far the best car reviewer of all time. And also may the solar system bless America!
@marthamary Жыл бұрын
Yea fact
@KeesD5 Жыл бұрын
Yeah bro you talking facts cuh
@youme1414 Жыл бұрын
I have been looking for American gift for far too long until now. Thank you, Rory, for this review. You make my day.
@LOTUSELISE340R Жыл бұрын
Great film, Rory! Fantastic work and it's clear you REALLY liked this one. GREAT TAKE!
@shingie_x Жыл бұрын
The 'body' in the frunk was a nice touch. Great review Rory. That's one heck of a supercar honestly
@F8Tributo Жыл бұрын
Another great video, Rory! Cheers from California!
@choppatrav6819 Жыл бұрын
Great Review! Love the "speed" reference by the way.
@ericship8383 Жыл бұрын
Z06 takes that title to another level
@aayushagarwal836 Жыл бұрын
0:09 the gun being right alongside the burgers among the top American things
@primozkrajcar4144 Жыл бұрын
Awesome that you finally got to drive the C8 and now we all expect you to go and get your hands on a C8 Z06!
@wanterman5641 Жыл бұрын
Rory am glad you finally get to review this car, but please come back and review the Z06 with the Z07 package when the time comes and tell us what you think of it!!!
@eddyhuangkuanfukhuangkuanf5300 Жыл бұрын
Toujours un plaisir de regarder tes vidéos Rory from a french Guyana fan🤩
@allwheeldrive Жыл бұрын
The C8 is amazing. But being American, there are many ways to configure the car. It can look (almost!) elegant, or really brash. The Z51 package is a must, and if Rory drove it on the track, he'd be surprised at how that slightly disconnected front end and minor understeer basically disappear. As it sits, it is unbeatable. And if you want (much) more, now we have the Z06/Z07. They are relatively hard to get, but well worth the wait. As ICE cars are beginning to ride off into the sunset (at least new ones), masterpieces like this are both harder to let go of and so damned welcome! Thanks for a great on-road review, Rory, and on those incredible west-coast mountain twisties it absolutely belongs on.
@craiganderson8569 Жыл бұрын
Rory! You the man. Great review.
@Rio-xy9wn Жыл бұрын
Nicely done as usual! I too was expecting the Z06. Looking forward to that review. Colorado switchbacks are great. Just sayin...
@ILCapo-mo5jj Жыл бұрын
You make great reviews, thanks!
@jayklinkert9513 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Nice work guys. Rory is excellent.
@CarObsession Жыл бұрын
Awesome production, and equally awesome presenting from Rory.
@coleg5578 Жыл бұрын
As an extremely patriotic American, even I found the few jabs at America in this video to be hilarious. Well done Rory.
@jonthornton-dibb2915 Жыл бұрын
Typical Rory, knocking another review out the park, what a great car, well played Chevy 👍
@marthamary Жыл бұрын
Really
@alain-danieltankwa8007 Жыл бұрын
America has twisty canyon roads, great straight-line cars Europe has straight large roads, great cornering cars
@ponkacik8641 Жыл бұрын
The fact that Rory said that C8 has 7-Speed PDK and I cant seem to find a comment about this mistake (so it looks like noone noticed) speaks volumes about Porsche and their marvelous double-clutch.
@romulus_ Жыл бұрын
I noticed. pdk was a game-changer. forget what the purists say, it's a great transmission that is very fun to drive.
@renatamirov2632 Жыл бұрын
にせ nice racing car C8 V8 with unbelievable racing speed 🏎🏎🏎🏎🏎🏎🏍🏍🏍🏍🚚
@jamesw9892 Жыл бұрын
Very good analogy about the C8.... enjoyed watching. I love my C8!
@kelvinmogaka8975 Жыл бұрын
The cinematography on this channels is crazy.... Production quality 💯
@MLK_Sold_Black_america_out Жыл бұрын
You might want to review the Z06 Z07 package cuz the base is a good platform but I think this would be a good competitor to a 458 Speciale or Italia.Have a blessed day Rory
@dailydriven991 Жыл бұрын
Corvette bringing the heat! Every time a new Corvette is released it’s always the same story. “Wow, even though it’s cheap and American, this thing is great!”
@ptrdnls Жыл бұрын
my guy. Well done..... again! . thank you
@Saielb Жыл бұрын
Pistol, Fast Food, and the Vette.... RESPECT LOL
@Franzino Жыл бұрын
Nicely presented by Rory 👌🏽
@boywonderrr71 Жыл бұрын
Rory, great to have you here in SJ! I love that road. Hope you got to drive Highway 9 as it's even better. Also, nice shooting! I pull bottom right also, I believe we are trying to compensate for the recoil. I'm trying to decide if I can afford the Z06 but an extra 30k for non Z07 package. I dont track much anymore but I want the Carbon fiber rims which transforms the car, which will add another 30k due to Z07 pkg, CF package & rims cost
@LuisSilva-xi7qq Жыл бұрын
Your videos are the best 🔥
@fonqstarr3636 Жыл бұрын
bout time !! dig it .cant wait to see you in the zo6
@stafarekabi4354 10 ай бұрын
Couple corrections: 495 Hp (he said 492) 8 speed dual clutch (he said 7 spd) 0-60 is 2.9 seconds (he said 2.8)
@rubenharris9241 Жыл бұрын
Nice one Rory! You just need the jeans shorts, white socks and white sneakers to be fully converted 🙂
@grandpadre8811 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant review!
@YoloVib3s Жыл бұрын
I am a US citizen & I have to say I'll take any of Rory's reviews over anyone US or Canadian based hands down!!!
@-ZIO 10 ай бұрын
Presenter is maturing and getting better as he ages. Way to go Rory :) God Bless
@maazahmed4237 Жыл бұрын
Man, I just love the car! Amazing video.
@gaddyify Жыл бұрын
Love this video. This guy is excellent.
@KevinMay71 2 ай бұрын
I love that he hit the gun range, and included it in the review. When in Rome, indeed!
@marcusoutdoors4999 Жыл бұрын
Cracking review as usual. It’s a very fine car, but I’ve still prefer the last of the front engined cars.
@malcolmar Жыл бұрын
Very well done. I agree 100% Rory but now I want an In N Out, Double Double with fries and a lemonade.
@deanchur Жыл бұрын
"Find me a car that looks as mad as this for 50 grand" On Autotrader there's a Morgan 3-wheeler for sale in Chipping Sodbury for just over $44k.
@omkarkhamkar9388 Жыл бұрын
That gun part had me😂😂🔥
@cognition26 Жыл бұрын
This is true I must admit. For 50k something actually attainable by the average person. The inclusivity of this car makes it the best car by far. The amount of car you're getting is just out this world. Even people taking it around the Nürburgring are praising it. This is the best sports car.
@seanl764 Жыл бұрын
Its impossible to obtain one even used for less than $70k in the usa right now.
@casey2732 Жыл бұрын
As always great review Rory. I've some problem with your conclusion concerning price because with all taxes It will costs fortune in Europe.
@TheHutchRuns Жыл бұрын
Rory's back! Great video, not sure about the looks of this car but it obviously goes like a scalded cat and now handles too!
@ZachGrabill Жыл бұрын
Two things: I need you to admit shooting the gun was a blast (pun intended) and that In-N-Out is basically amazing.
@cyrilcooper4173 Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Da-Bay Bro! Rory came to buss capz and see how the vette corner snapz, nice 🤣🤣🤣
@spencer5654 Жыл бұрын
Every since I saw the 1979 corvette stingray I’ve loved the car.
@armengharibian4628 Жыл бұрын
thank you so much i really enjoy
@tonymcflattie2450 Жыл бұрын
Best review of corvette I have seen.
@TECHMARK3690 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos ❤️❤️❤️
@christophejergales7852 Жыл бұрын
Welcome to America, bro. It's fun here.
@MrDRP730 Жыл бұрын
Nice review!
@obsidian.... Жыл бұрын
Thanks for saying Zee... I know it's a little thing, but when speaking about the Vette I think it's deserved 🙏
@rhyswilliams4893 Жыл бұрын
It an America car so its a Zee. As much as it pains me to say it out loud. It's the same as saying Porche or Peugeot correctly
@samspade8830 Жыл бұрын
@@rhyswilliams4893 Am I wrong, or is "Zed" the only letter in the English language that ends with a d? At least with the Brits? Bee, Cee, Dee, Eee, Gee.... Zed? Wtf?
@rhyswilliams4893 Жыл бұрын
@@samspade8830 you are not wrong. We have used the language for centuries and some of it doesn't make much sense.
@samspade8830 Жыл бұрын
@@rhyswilliams4893 That's what I thought. Very weird.
@rhyswilliams4893 Жыл бұрын
@@samspade8830 a lot of English US or UK is strange. Buffalo buffalo Buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo Buffalo buffalo. Is a grammatically correct sentence...
@gumpyu449 Жыл бұрын
Can I know what background musics are? They all sound nicely!
@projectpascall8858 Жыл бұрын
Awesome review man
@ElikeIke Жыл бұрын
One amazing car that most people can actually afford to drive. That’s the American way
@caseroberts9863 Жыл бұрын
The Stingray is the base model version. The new C8 Z06 is the real deal. NA 670hp with a 0-60 @ 2.5
@garrycroft4215 Жыл бұрын
I class the C8 Corvette as a supercar not just a sports car. ❤
@adeakin3467 Жыл бұрын
Agree 100%
@theblacksuccessors9068 Жыл бұрын
You just won a new subscriber 😊.
@stefanfreestylez Жыл бұрын
Good editor and engaging presenter👍👍👍
@CobusDerrenberg Жыл бұрын
AWESOME review 👏✨👍😁
@alexluke84 Жыл бұрын
This car is just outrageously good price/performance...too me the best mid engine car for my money
@Damirff Жыл бұрын
I like how u shoot video! very nice!
@sunburn8640 Жыл бұрын
Great review Rory. Although, I must say. As long as the Vette has that 6.2L hulking V8, whether it’s in front of or behind the driver, ensures the Vette’s identity remains as American as baseball and Apple pie!
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