[Official] C7 Corvette Thread

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-14-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdog1250

Honestly I don't think the Vette looks similar to the GTR that much at all. Yes it's kinda angular but so is a lambo. Yes the A pillar is black, but that's not a huge design cue. Every shape is different, the roof line, the fenders, the hood...

but it uses the accenting and sculpture philosophies. especially side and rear. It's definately there. And its clear.

Caustic · 01-14-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

^ it's closer to the 599 IMHO than the GTR ... here's an older comparo shot based on the jalopnik render... I had an old college prof who said that if you dropped aliens on our planet and had them compare ferrari and corvette they wouldn't see a difference... half the room gasped in horror, the rest were dumb-struck lol... this helps his point

That actual quote about aliens was from a Top Gear episode comparing the two (with a C6). This is a much closer comparison than any other car, but I think the C7 deviates from that path further than the C6 did.

Mike · 01-14-2013, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdog1250

Why would they do that? They already have one with a de-tuned LS9. I could see them starting to use the new LT1, but the LS7 wouldn't really make sense. That motor is going away since the Z06 will be and thats the only car that makes use of their 7.0L

I think because they have the LS7 available now. Probably have more castings than they needed, but there is a new LS7 Camaro.

96bigbody · 01-14-2013, 07:39 PM

spearfish25 · 01-14-2013, 07:39 PM

Did a quick Google advanced search and didn't see anything.

Did you guys know the new C7 will have a 7-speed manual with SRM?!? Me likey.

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-14-2013, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by spearfish25

Did a quick Google advanced search and didn't see anything.

Did you guys know the new C7 will have a 7-speed manual with SRM?!? Me likey.

Yes, its ARM in the chevy. (Active rev matching)

Mike · 01-14-2013, 09:03 PM

FL 4Motion · 01-14-2013, 09:16 PM

still a bit leary about the rear end but i love the side and front profiles plus the interior upgrades wiht the sport comp seats and all the track goodies, damn...

bigdog1250 · 01-14-2013, 10:03 PM

While I'm sure all angles on the car will look much better in person (not that they're bad in pictures) this one is by far my favorite:

daisuke149 · 01-14-2013, 10:04 PM

This car in white stirs things in my loins...

bigdog1250 · 01-14-2013, 10:05 PM

The other reason why I'll love the C7... it will have a targa top!!! The best roof option of all

Shamu · 01-15-2013, 12:01 AM

Return of the Stingray | 2014 Corvette | Chevrolet - YouTube

TaylorRyan370 · 01-15-2013, 12:32 AM

I love it. Seeing the C6 photo next to the C7 makes the C6 look so dated. The C7 looks like a race car.

nuTinmuch · 01-15-2013, 12:40 AM

Can't afford to jump ship now, but I'll snag a used one in four or five years!

Seriously hoping my dad trades in his C6 -- this thing is just mean.

DLSTR · 01-15-2013, 07:50 AM

Been looking at it more. Digesting the dimensions and specs. The car is just too big still. No reduction in length and the weight is above 3000lbs. Nice from the side not so much from the back.

I like smaller powerful shapes. The car is going to be great but too big for me. Price wise I can get a 2009 or 2010 911.

One thing I didnt like about either Vette I had mid and late 90's was the size after sometime of owning. Either way they did make a newer Vette. Im sure it will sell well.

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DLSTR A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Süd Germany Posts: 2,462 Drives: 21Supra 2.0/22 M240i Rep Power: 21267	Been looking at it more. Digesting the dimensions and specs. The car is just too big still. No reduction in length and the weight is above 3000lbs. Nice from the side not so much from the back. I like smaller powerful shapes. The car is going to be great but too big for me. Price wise I can get a 2009 or 2010 911. One thing I didnt like about either Vette I had mid and late 90's was the size after sometime of owning. Either way they did make a newer Vette. Im sure it will sell well.

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