C7 Corvette Stingray

[exitspeed]

HOLY SHIT. WOW. Total cocktease. Pics later. Google it for now.

[BOROSUN]

IS it the one with the camaro taillights?

[exitspeed]

NO! This is the first time the Vette has looked like an ACTUAL Super Car to me. 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Photo Gallery - Autoblog (http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2014-chevrolet-corvette/#photo-5565920/)
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/736443_10151654207297977_2041967825_o.jpg
http://media.caranddriver.com/images/13q1/495547/2014-chevrolet-corvette-stingray-photo-496698-s-520x318.jpg

[Corbic]

..uh, fuck the BRZ.

[JDM_Tuner]

Im kinda iffy on it, i like it but resembles too many other cars, camaro tails/ferrari body shape/lambo-ish front end. But I would put the engine in my 14...lol

[Homeboyx]

I like it, can't wait for somebody to beat up on it on!

[Kingtal0n]

yep, first one that wrecks I call dibs on that X.XL V8!

[future]

+1 to what he said about too many mixtures. It's just a mix of cars, pretty fuckin ugly

[fliprayzin240sx]

Return of the Stingray: The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette (http://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2013/Jan/13naias/corvette/0113-corvette-reveal.html)

DETROIT – Chevrolet is redefining modern performance with today’s debut of the all-new Corvette Stingray. And only a Corvette with the perfect balance of technology, design and performance can wear the iconic Stingray designation.

The 2014 Corvette Stingray is the most powerful standard model ever, with an estimated 450 horsepower (335 kW) and 450 lb.-ft. of torque (610 Nm). It is also the most capable standard model ever, able to accelerate from 0-60 in less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip. It is expected to be the most fuel-efficient Corvette, exceeding the EPA-estimated 26 mpg of the current model.

“Like the ’63 Sting Ray, the best Corvettes embodied performance leadership, delivering cutting-edge technologies, breathtaking design and awe-inspiring driving experiences,” said General Motors North America President Mark Reuss. “The all-new Corvette goes farther than ever, thanks to today’s advancements in design, technology and engineering.”

The all-new Corvette Stingray shares only two parts with the previous generation Corvette. It incorporates an all-new frame structure and chassis, a new powertrain and supporting technologies, as well as completely new exterior and interior designs. Highlights include:

An interior that includes real carbon fiber, aluminum and hand-wrapped leather materials, two new seat choices – each featuring a lightweight magnesium frame for exceptional support – and dual eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment screens
Advanced driver technologies, including a five-position Drive Mode Selector that tailors 12 vehicle attributes to the fit the driver’s environment and a new seven-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching that anticipates gear selections and matches engine speed for perfect shifts every time
An all-new 6.2L LT1 V-8 engine combines advanced technologies, including direct injection, Active Fuel Management, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced combustion system that delivers more power while using less fuel
Lightweight materials, including a carbon fiber hood and removable roof panel; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano composite underbody panels and a new aluminum frame help shift weight rearward for an optimal 50/50 weight balance that supports a world-class power-to-weight ratio
A sculptured exterior features advanced high-intensity discharge and light-emitting diode lighting and racing-proven aerodynamics that balance low drag for efficiency and performance elements for improved stability and track capability
Track-capable Z51 Performance Package including: an electronic limited-slip differential, dry-sump oiling system, integral brake, differential and transmission cooling, as well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability.

“Stingray is one of the hallowed names in automotive history,” said Ed Welburn, GM vice president of global design. “We knew we couldn’t use the Stingray name unless the new car truly lived up to the legacy. The result is a new Corvette Stingray that breaks from tradition, while remaining instantly recognizable as a Corvette the world over.”

The new Corvette Stingray will be built at GM’s Bowling Green, Ky., assembly plant, which underwent a $131-million upgrade, including approximately $52 million for a new body shop to manufacture the aluminum frame in-house for the first time.

“We believe the Corvette represents the future of modern performance cars because it delivers more power, more driving excitement and better fuel efficiency,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer. “The result is better performance by every measure. The 2014 Corvette delivers the fastest acceleration, the most cornering grip, the most track capability, the best braking performance and what we expect to be the best fuel economy ever for a standard Corvette.”

The 2014 Corvette Stingray coupe goes on sale in the third quarter of 2013.

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at 2013 Chevy Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Crossovers and Vans | Chevrolet (http://www.chevrolet.com).

[Bambi]

Can't wait to see these at work and also the people who buy them and later come in with it fucked up like all the other vettes. Damn.

[fliprayzin240sx]

The front end just screams Ferrari Berlinetta to me...
http://uncrate.com/p/2012/02/ferrari-f12-berlinetta-xl.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WrK3wnNOjd4/T08VlFGVp3I/AAAAAAAAATM/eScMBu84H2U/s1600/ferrari-f12-berlinetta-1.jpg

[initial_jc]

First time i actually dont think the vette is for douchers

[wanadrift]

I think it looks fantastic!

[usdm180sx]

How far are they gonna take the pushrod v 8 and leaf spring suspension? Looks good though

[HyperTek]

NO! This is the first time the Vette has looked like an ACTUAL Super Car to me.
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/736443_10151654207297977_2041967825_o.jpg


It really doesn't look that far off from the C6 ZR1, people forget what those look like.
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/12/corvette_zr1_37_450.jpg

Lack of C-pillar was probably getting to those designers, could probably increase chassis strength.stiffness with them.

Going with the Camaro style rear end, just to embrace the company's image. but the Corvette's round tail lights are already a signature trait , why ditch em?

It is growing on me, it looks alot better than the GTR, and as good, if not better than the 458 Italia.

I don't consider Chrysler/Dodge/SRT a serious competitor imo. They always been out there, but their branding isn't as strong as the Vette. I do not like the styling of the new Viper. I think they just try too hard.

[jamg]

This is a corvette I would buy.

the round tail lights would offset the aggressive lines on the car. it would just make it look weird.

the interior is FINALLLLLYYYYY up to par. after all these years of crap interior, they finally came out with something decent.

At $50k, this is by far the best bang for buck sports car out to date.

5k in mods would get you to 600+whp lol. build head and a shot of naws lol

[EDacIouSX]

ugly.......

[BoostSlideWayz]

Omg this is pathetic... America is just getting lazy now... the corvette looks exactly the same as the 2013 viper...

http://i590.photobucket.com/albums/ss342/CustomGundam/viper_zpsde23962b.jpg

[jamg]

the viper's front looks like a dough boy compared to the vette lol

[jbt_92]

I hate it. I work at a Chevy Dealership, and I can already imagine how many bullshit problems they're going to have. It's taking away the driver's fun, with all of that automatic rev matching shit, just like the 370z. Who knows, once I drive one I may change my mind.

[wanadrift]

Toyota takes the lazyness styling crown by far more than Chevy. Finally a Vette that doesn't play it safe with the styling and people are still up in arms. Wasn't the major complaint with the C6 was the fact that it didn't look different enough than the C5?

[jbt_92]

Toyota takes the lazyness styling crown by far more than Chevy. Finally a Vette that doesn't play it safe with the styling and people are still up in arms. Wasn't the major complaint with the C6 was the fact that it didn't look different enough than the C5?
IMO the c6 looks far better than the c5. Idk, maybe Im just picky when it comes to american cars. Im ready to see one in person.

[gbaby2089]

C6 > c7.......

[Bambi]

IMO the c6 looks far better than the c5. Idk, maybe Im just picky when it comes to american cars. Im ready to see one in person.

I agree, they're also nicer to sit in and feel better to be in and drive. But I would still take a C5 over any camaro. I hate those things a lot.

[jbt_92]

I agree, they're also nicer to sit in and feel better to be in and drive. But I would still take a C5 over any camaro. I hate those things a lot.
Camaros are just extremely awkward to drive. Too many blind spots. The c6 on the other hand really surprised me. Its really comfy and has a lot of room. And rapes mustangs on test drives. lol

[Bambi]

Camaros are just extremely awkward to drive. Too many blind spots. The c6 on the other hand really surprised me. Its really comfy and has a lot of room. And rapes mustangs on test drives. lol

The back seat is a joke too. But one thing I hate the most that you mentioned; terrible blind spots. And IMO the steering wheel is pretty awkward feeling too. The whole car makes me feel uncomfortable. Thinking about it makes me feel weird. Ahah


Can't wait to sit in one these stingrays though. I also wonder how complicated they might be.

[drift freaq]

It really doesn't look that far off from the C6 ZR1, people forget what those look like.


Lack of C-pillar was probably getting to those designers, could probably increase chassis strength.stiffness with them.

Going with the Camaro style rear end, just to embrace the company's image. but the Corvette's round tail lights are already a signature trait , why ditch em?

It is growing on me, it looks alot better than the GTR, and as good, if not better than the 458 Italia.

I don't consider Chrysler/Dodge/SRT a serious competitor imo. They always been out there, but their branding isn't as strong as the Vette. I do not like the styling of the new Viper. I think they just try too hard.

I can agree with you I think ditching the round tail lights is a mistake. Just like on the GTR they are a signature of the Corvette. I would not try to compare it to a GTR though. In fact I never tried to compare a Corvette to a GTR one is AWD and one is RWD. Those are big differences
Plus the C6 had to be pushed to the bleeding edge of its handling to match the GTR's handling.
Granted the GTR is one that you either love or hate. Though I think it looks fine for what it is.

ya ya ya I know you were talking about looks. Again completely different approaches.

As far as saying it looks better than a 458 Italia? LOL you have got to be joking.
I am sorry but Ferrari's are in a league of their own when it comes to stunning design and beauty. The Berlinetta that flip posted above is a perfect example.
The Corvette looks like it tried to steal some of the Berlinetta's likes and the fact is the Ferrari just looks so much more right its crazy.

Now with that said this Corvette looks quite good for the fact that it is coming out of GM and an American car company.
Still its not quite as breath taking as the Ford GT. Of course those are not made anymore.

Add back in the round taillights and I can say it would be a on the consideration list.

As far as Corbic's comments about fuck the BRZ lol dude the Corvette even at base model is pretty damn close to twice the price of BRZ. LOL really a person that can afford to buy a Corvette is most likely not even going to look at the BRZ.

[simmode1]

C6 > c7.......
I like the new C7, but I'm gonna have to agree with you.

[HyperTek]

Seen this floating on facebook
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/59946_10151401973841944_314821081_n.jpg

[stev0n]

Wait til you see them in person! Saw one a week or two back near the plant...I almost wrecked.

[SLiDe_WaYz]

I think its ugly, the front end is sex to death imo, but the rear kills the total look of the car for me.

BUT that white photoshopped one... that one looks extremely nice. im not sure as to why tho.

[exitspeed]

I'll be in Detroit at the auto show on Saturday. Thee crowds around this car are going to be nuts, but I''ll get some pics.

[simmode1]

Am I the only one tired of seeing TE37/reps on EVERYTHING?

I'll always love the C6. It's a modern classic. But the C7 is looking exotic as all fuck. I know I'm gonna be a fan of it too.

[fliprayzin240sx]

The biggest thing I like about it is how they matched the front and rear fender size/hunches. That was the thing I didnt like about the C6, rear fenders just looked disproportionate to the front and made the car look kinda funky to me. Then again, you need the space to clear 305s. Atleast now, the car looks balanced out.

[exitspeed]

Yeah it looks similar to the C6, but it still has to look like a Vette.

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/486256_10151363887396760_501872229_n.jpg

[K_style]

I agree on similar looking as Ferrari Berlinetta.

[Kuma]

I just couldn't drive anything that resembles a stingray... RIP Steve Irwin :(

[BoostSlideWayz]

I still think it literally looks like chevy took the vipers head lights and just put it on their corvette ... there is too many common looks to me..

[drift freaq]

I wonder, if given the overall front end of the Corvette and keeping it in the Corvette livery design they could not help but mimic other sports cars? Getting original in Sports car design is not easy.
Though beyond all of this? I can say despite my criticisms in my previous, post I do like the look a bit more than the C6 and I actually thought the C6 did not look bad.
The roof design is definitely nicer in my book with actual pillars.
Compared to the base model C6 it looks tighter and more aggressive. It looks like they took design cues from the C6 ZR1 as well.

Again I will reiterate though the biggest mistake and turn off for me is that damn Camaro rear end. Come on GM that is a cop out. Flat rear? Yes, but rectangular tails that come straight off the Camaro

[jamg]

having round tail lights would really look weird on a car with such aggressive lines though... it makes it look awkward.

[bc.]

Like all new cars, it is overhyped out the wazzoo. Not impressed until I see it on the floor.

[Corbic]

Again I will reiterate though the biggest mistake and turn off for me is that damn Camaro rear end. Come on GM that is a cop out. Flat rear? Yes, but rectangular tails that come straight off the Camaro

Agreed. Should have been round like previous generations. It would have tied it back to the original stingray and looked fantastic.

http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4103/4989293999_4ac925ef86_z.jpg

Could have looked like this.

http://vadwheels.com/Portals/0/LiveContent/448/Images/AVR_Aero_Styling_360_Modena_Rear_Diffuser.jpg

[Corbic]

The front end just screams Ferrari Berlinetta to me...

I'm totally cool with that. Corvette is finally really looking like a quality piece. I always hated the C5 and the C6 was a good step forward. This thing totally rocks.

180 Headers, Bride seats, Work wheels, Momo Steering, I can see it now.

BTW - 180s.
MSZTbR6C6Lw

[drscooper]

i can not fucking wait for this thing in my garage! uhhh so dam sexxxxyyyyyy!!!!!!

[drscooper]

I'll be in Detroit at the auto show on Saturday. Thee crowds around this car are going to be nuts, but I''ll get some pics.

yes please post them here! i bet the crowds will be crazy as hell

[Piggy]

I can dig it. I agree the back is too similar to realy like, but it isn't ugly and it fits.

[SimpleS14]

I don't consider Chrysler/Dodge/SRT a serious competitor imo. They always been out there, but their branding isn't as strong as the Vette. I do not like the styling of the new Viper. I think they just try too hard.

LOL WUT? While I do like the styling of the C7, it's far more aggressive than the Viper. I don't see the Viper styling as trying too hard.

[simmode1]

Like all new cars, it is overhyped out the wazzoo. Not impressed until I see it on the floor.
No. The FRS/BRZ/GT86 is overhyped. This is just the right amount of hype for a 450hp base model new era Vette.

But damn, Exitspeed... why you have to post that pic of them next to each other? I love the C6, but sitting next to each other? The C7 shits on it.

[josephin510]

quality piece.

[twinspool]

That is half camaro half ferrari?

[eDmSiL80]

Looks great here.

http://cdn.crankandpiston.com/brain/media/2013/01/Corvette-C7-Stingray-Racer-jonsibal-728x546.jpg

[exitspeed]

I love the new square taillights. The rear is my favorite part. :)

[0100]

Looks pretty dope to me.

[MikeisNissan]

Man z06 and zr1 is gonna look awesome. Love the new viper too. Equal to me.

[Homeboyx]

AND they come with a 7 speed manual gearbox... or so I've heard. Score!

[bc.]

No. The FRS/BRZ/GT86 is overhyped. This is just the right amount of hype for a 450hp base model new era Vette.

That is actually the car I was thinking of when I said overhyped, that and the Viper. Maybe this one wasn't as hyped but Jalopnik sure seemed to like it.

I really looks like a Ferrari. I am an ass man though and that ass is nasty :ugh:

[K_style]

Looks great here.

http://cdn.crankandpiston.com/brain/media/2013/01/Corvette-C7-Stingray-Racer-jonsibal-728x546.jpg

Now that looks pure MADNESS !!! Sexy..

[HyperTek]

New vette in GT5. I haven't played in months but ill jump on it.

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[K_style]

New vette in GT5. I haven't played in months but ill jump on it.

Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

This just remind me to get an update for my GT5....

[Corbic]

No. The FRS/BRZ/GT86 is overhyped. This is just the right amount of hype for a 450hp base model new era Vette.

But damn, Exitspeed... why you have to post that pic of them next to each other? I love the C6, but sitting next to each other? The C7 shits on it.

C6 looks so dated now. :ugh:

[Future240]

I see I am not the only one who thought of Ferrari when I first saw it.

This is the first vette I have ever seen that I find attractive. The square rear end just seems to bring the car together. I find it quite appealing.

[ghoti]

I really like the styling, but the main problem I'm seeing is how it's going to perform.
I mean it looks like a great handling supercar/exotic but is it going to handle like one.
I always thought of the Corvette as a muscle car so the outdated suspension didn't bother me that much just like on the new mustangs.

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2013/01/05-2014-chevrolet-corvette-reveal.jpg

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2013/01/06-2014-chevrolet-corvette-reveal.jpg

[simmode1]

http://www.mememaker.net/static/images/memes/78717.jpg

The C6 was no slouch in the handling department. At all. It and the GTR went blow for blow around the Nurburgring fighting for the lowest lap times. If the C7 improves on its on-limit charactistics, making it a bit more predicatble then that is gonna be nice. I really doubt they'd release it if it performed inferior to the C6...

I'm about to drive it in GT5 and see... lol

Can't wait for all the inevitable C7 vs C6 Z06 comparisons...

[drift freaq]

I really like the styling, but the main problem I'm seeing is how it's going to perform.
I mean it looks like a great handling supercar/exotic but is it going to handle like one.
I always thought of the Corvette as a muscle car so the outdated suspension didn't bother me that much just like on the new mustangs.






ya except this is where you kinda have missed the boat. Going back with the C5. Even though the car had leaf independent rear GM managed to really make it work.
The cars did not win their category at Le Mans for almost 10 years running for nothing. The C6 actually handles pretty damn well. In fact I would hazard to say that in the 40-50k range ( New price) The Corvette is one of the best bang for your buck Sports cars out handling wise. It can compete with cars up twice its price and it beats out a lot of supposedly lighter lower cost cars.
Ya kinda like a GTR in the bang for your buck department.

So I would not just go dismiss the Corvette. It shed its bad handling American car Image around 10 years ago.
The only Image it has not shed is the older men in mid life crisis image. Though I have to say, I see an awful lot of 30 somethings running around in C6's around here. LOL

[AFSil80]

The side profile screams Ferrari 599, the front end looks awfully similar to that of the new Viper...but let's be honest. All the GT/sports cars on the market these days that have factory racing versions pretty much have that wide mouth opening. That being said, I can't wait to see the C7.R...









Get annihilated by the Porsche 991 when both factory backed teams hit the track.

All kidding aside, the lines on this car seem to follow the early 70's Stingray more than any other Corvette, which I think is a good way of paying homage to heritage.

[Corbic]

I always thought of the Corvette as a muscle car so the outdated suspension didn't bother me that much just like on the new mustangs.


Please shut the fuck up.

There is nothing "outdated" about the C6, let alone the C5s suspession. Just because you have no clue how it works or what it is dose not make it out date. Its an ingenious design that makes it both compact, efficient and light.

C6 Z06 spanked the GTR and Enzo to name a few on the 'ring.

Yup look at that ox cart suspension -

http://speednik.com/files/2013/01/2014-Chevrolet-Corvette-031-medium.jpg


Same goes for the Mustang, since the S197 chasis was released in 2005 it had routinely bested is compettion. SRA has nearly squat to do with performance. The current 40k Boss out classes the nearly 70k M3 all day.

[exitspeed]

Yeah, the C6 was a beast. Anyone who says otherwise is plainly being biased. The BIGGEST problem people had wit the car (go and read every review and it will say the same three things) is the car is less predictable the cars like the GTR and intern people not being able to get 100% out of it, the interior quality and design is poor, and the seats are terrible. Period. Anything beyond those three things were purely subjective ie didn't like how it looked.

It looks as though GM has set out to address every single one of the issues that have been a gray cloud over the Vette's head for a couple generations.

[Future240]

It looks as though GM has set out to address every single one of the issues that have been a gray cloud over the Vette's head for a couple generations.


Which makes one wonder. What will the ZR1 be like?

[SimpleS14]

I'm hoping the vents are available as the body color, might tone down the look a bit.

[HyperTek]

Did this last night
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/304167_10151274483053557_411558421_n.jpg

[Jlugo711]

^^ Yes. Shut up and take my money.

[AFSil80]

Which makes one wonder. What will the ZR1 be like?

Let's not get ahead of ourselves...Z06 might have to come first, haha.

[Corbic]

http://www.corvetteforum.com/2014_Corvette_Stingray_Arctic_White_Kerbeck.jpg

[Corbic]

http://www.corvetteforum.com/2014_Corvette_Stingray_Velocity_Yellow_Kerbeck.jpg

[gist864]

sweet baby jesus. This is the first corvette i can actually say i like. I was never a big corvette person, but respected them just wasn't "my cup of tea". The 2014 looks like a cool glass on a hot summer day. Lets see how it performs.

[MrBrightSide]

The redesign was flawless until I saw the rear, why ditch the classic round vette tails for some crap camaros'? :eek2:

[stev0n]

They're saying the vette holds grip up to 1g lateral force

[surge s14]

the only beef i have is the labeled LT1 motor

Back then hoes didn't want me, now I'm hot hoes all on me

[Corbic]

the only beef i have is the labeled LT1 motor

Back then hoes didn't want me, now I'm hot hoes all on me

I think it's a reference to the original 1970-1972 LT-1 engine option.

The LT-1 was the ultimate 350 cu in V8, becoming available in 1970. It used solid lifters, 11:1 compression, the '178' high-performance camshaft, and a 780 CFM Holley four-barrel carburetor on a special aluminum intake, with rams' horn exhaust manifolds in the Chevrolet Corvette, Delco transistor ignition and a low-restriction exhaust factory rated at 370 bhp in the Corvette, and 360 bhp at 6000 rpm and 380 lb-ft at 4000 in the Camaro Z28[7] (the NHRA rated it at 425 hp for classification purposes). Redline was 6500 rpm but power fell off significantly past 6200 rpm. The LT-1 was available in the Corvette, and Camaro Z28. Power was down in 1971 to dual-rated 330 bhp, 255 nethp and 360 lb-ft of torque with 9:1 compression, and again in 1972 (the last year of the LT-1, now rated using net only, rather than gross, measurement) to 255 bhp and 280 lb-ft.

http://tjsamericanhotrods.com/Site/P1020746.JPG

[simmode1]

^^^My brother and sister's dad has a Stingray that looks precisely like that. Original owner. Fucking immaculate. At the age of 4, it was the very first sports car I ever sat in. Loved Vettes ever since. The old man says he's gonna give it to my sister when he kicks the bucket. I'm hoping I can get it from her when she realizes she's in over her head trying to take care of it.

I don't understand guys who say they've never seen a good looking Vette before. Geezus christ... just look at those fucking body lines. Now that is what I call a beautiful car...:wackit:

[bc.]

^ now that thing looks good

[ghoti]

ya except this is where you kinda have missed the boat. Going back with the C5. Even though the car had leaf independent rear GM managed to really make it work.

My point was that they should move foward using "newer" technology. Like on the mustang using a solid axle. Yeah, it is the best handling car with a solid axle but it is still and solid axle.




There is nothing "outdated" about the C6, let alone the C5s suspension*. Just because you have no clue how it works or what it is does* not make it out date.

For starters, yes leaf springs are outdated though Chevy did a great job on the C5s suspension. Leaf springs on the C5 were not more efficient just more cost efficient.

Then you post a a picture of the C7's suspension....yeah wtf?

How about you shut the fuck up.

It's better that you keep your mouth shut and have people think you're fucking stupid than you opening your mouth and removing all doubt.

[K_style]

It's is indeed an attractive car. However, I am so not digging that quad exhaust... maybe they could have made it 1 large exhaust housing and put those 4 pipes inside it..

[simmode1]

Ghoti, how can you call something outdated when it's still outperforming its contemporaries? Thats the polar opposite of what the word outdated means...

Shits functional. Why switch to something that shows no benefit to performance over what the Vette and Stang are already doing?

I'm all for advancement, but if shit ain't broken don't fix it.

[Corbic]

My point was that they should move foward using "newer" technology. Like on the mustang using a solid axle. Yeah, it is the best handling car with a solid axle but it is still and solid axle.


Just stop. Your fucking embarrassing. It's clear you don't understand how suspension systems work. I've already stated that your "awful" SRA mustang can out compete everything in its class - EI IRS cars, as well as go toe-to-toe with the M3, which is often lauded as the drivers choice in a performance 2+2.


For starters, yes leaf springs are outdated though Chevy did a great job on the C5s suspension. Leaf springs on the C5 were not more efficient just more cost efficient.

Cost effective? Cause coil springs are so fucking expensive right. :picardfp:
You realize coil springs have been around a long ass time. Plenty of cars had them in the 60's, it's not a god damn revolution.

Now I know you think the C6 looked like this -

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CfmoNsRgch0/TwXU3jVJ_iI/AAAAAAAAAIk/e-wgIqFTtFE/s1600/rear+suspension.JPG


Sorry booboo.

http://www.zorly.com/images_corvette/09-12-08/C5%20exhaust%20in%20suspension%20related%20image%2 0-%20wikipedia.jpg

As for the C7 pic, you are the one whining about hoping it can handle. I was simply trying to elaborate by showing you that it's significantly more modern than anything you've ever owned.

[simmode1]

I'm certain the C7 will outperform the C6 is probably every way imaginable. Which is nuts because the C6 is no fucking joke.
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I'mma go ahead and say what alot of us are probably thinking: If I had to pick between the base C7 and an R35 GTR, I'd pick the Vette hands down. Based solely on the H pattern manual shifter.

Shit. I'd probably take a C6 over a GTR too. IDGAF if its faster. Vette's funner.

[Corbic]

I'mma go ahead and say what alot of us are probably thinking: If I had to pick between the base C7 and an R35 GTR, I'd pick the Vette hands down. Based solely on the H pattern manual shifter.

Shit. I'd probably take a C6 over a GTR too. IDGAF if its faster. Vette's funner.

whatever, Corvettes are just ancient garbage with pos OHV engines, LOL WUT it's only 72hp per litre, my Honda is 110hp per litre

[BustedS13]

Please shut the fuck up.

There is nothing "outdated" about the C6, let alone the C5s suspession. Just because you have no clue how it works or what it is dose not make it out date. Its an ingenious design that makes it both compact, efficient and light.

C6 Z06 spanked the GTR and Enzo to name a few on the 'ring.

Yup look at that ox cart suspension -


That fucking C6 Vette episode of Top Gear has really given people some misinformed talking points. HERR HERR WAGON SUSPENSION LEAF SPRINGS HUEUEUEUE

[bc.]

I would still take the GTR though, I have seasons where I live. Also, I couldn't imagine not having a trunk, even if it small.

[bpat]

Anyone think they got the interior idea from a supra?

[simmode1]

That fucking C6 Vette episode of Top Gear has really given people some misinformed talking points. HERR HERR WAGON SUSPENSION LEAF SPRINGS HUEUEUEUE
Not just Top Gear... I just watched a Best Motoring video were Keiichi Tsuchiya ragged on it too. That was disappointing.

Just hatin'!
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[Corbic]

Or did Supra copy the Corvette?

1992 Corvette.

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[drscooper]

so who hear is actually going to get one of these bad boys? ive already called my local dealer and they said they start to get them on the show room floor late march april time frame!

i like that new laguna blue and that green looks good also.

[Corbic]

so who hear is actually going to get one of these bad boys? ive already called my local dealer and they said they start to get them on the show room floor late march april time frame!

i like that new laguna blue and that green looks good also.

Give me 50g and I'll get one.

It will be on the list in 5 years however once they dip under 30k.

[HyperTek]

When I was a kid, I loved corvettes, The C4 was like THE CAR. My fav is the 1990 ZR1.
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