2014 C7 Chevrolet Corvette

[BRZZZZZZZZZZ]

Originally Posted by jvincent

The C6 is definitely a monster performance wise.

But even the lower trim models with their paltry 458 HP are probably more than enough car for most of us.

Do you mean... C7?

[jvincent]

Oops!

[EAGLE5]

C6 is a monster too. Heck, a stock, non-Z06 C6 automatic convertible with base suspension is a monster.

[brianhj]

Originally Posted by Dadhawk

You sure you were looking at the same car I am?!?

Corvette body style has sucked since c5

[reni]

Originally Posted by brianhj

Corvette body style has sucked since c4

fixed

[DantKR]

I disagree. C7 is sexy as fuck. C6 was a very good looking car as well.

But as someone said, the damn base C7 would be enough for me lol. I'd love to hell to have one.

[Sideways&Smiling]

This thing is the first American sports car I really desire. It looks good (particularly, from the front... the side/rear doesn't look as good, but not bad either), and, obviously, it's a performance powerhouse.

If they really do make a mid-engine C8, it has potential to be one of the very best $100k-$200k cars available in the world. The American NSX, if you will....

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Sideways&Smiling

This thing is the first American sports car I really desire. It looks good (particularly, from the front... the side/rear doesn't look as good, but not bad either), and, obviously, it's a performance powerhouse.....

I think the C7 is a bit like the 86, you really can't appreciate its form until you see one in person. It is truly a sexy car.

[Dipstik-sportech]

Originally Posted by jsimon7777

C6 is a monster too. Heck, a stock, non-Z06 C6 automatic convertible with base suspension is a monster.

I hope you're joking

[fatoni]

Originally Posted by Sideways&Smiling

This thing is the first American sports car I really desire. It looks good (particularly, from the front... the side/rear doesn't look as good, but not bad either), and, obviously, it's a performance powerhouse.

If they really do make a mid-engine C8, it has potential to be one of the very best $100k-$200k cars available in the world. The American NSX, if you will....

that rumor comes around every gen. its not ever going to be mid engine and i dont really see how it would make the car any better.

i think the best thing, that nobody seems to mention here is that finally there are seats that do the job. i mean, i guess the c6 had some optional seats that worked but these provide actual lateral support which is kinda new for these cars.

[Sideways&Smiling]

Originally Posted by fatoni

that rumor comes around every gen. its not ever going to be mid engine and i dont really see how it would make the car any better.

i think the best thing, that nobody seems to mention here is that finally there are seats that do the job. i mean, i guess the c6 had some optional seats that worked but these provide actual lateral support which is kinda new for these cars.

It would definitely make the car better. A true mid-engine car will always be better than a front-midship. Better weight distribution = more grip and a lower polar moment = faster to change directions = better cornering. It would also allow more room up front for electric motors.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cult...percar-cdsynd/


Seats are no big deal. Anybody can buy great aftermarket seats for most sports cars for $600-$1500 a piece without much trouble... not really something to think about in an $80K car, IMO.

[Ultramaroon]

Looks like an R8. No surprise.

[Levi]

Originally Posted by Sideways&Smiling

It would definitely make the car better. A true mid-engine car will always be better than a front-midship. Better weight distribution = more grip and a lower polar moment = faster to change directions = better cornering. It would also allow more room up front for electric motors.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cult...percar-cdsynd/


Seats are no big deal. Anybody can buy great aftermarket seats for most sports cars for $600-$1500 a piece without much trouble... not really something to think about in an $80K car, IMO.

So NSX is the best sports car to come out: mid-rear engine, turbo, DCT, electric engine rear and for each front wheel, rear-wheel streering, light weight, high quality, what more to ask?

[Sideways&Smiling]

Originally Posted by Levi

So NSX is the best sports car to come out: mid-rear engine, turbo, DCT, electric engine rear and for each front wheel, rear-wheel streering, light weight, high quality, what more to ask?

No need to tell me that. I would be all over an NSX if I could afford one. haha.

I'm really hoping Honda comes out with a mid-engine turbocharged inline 4 cylinder coupe, like the rumors are saying... if the S2000 retained the double wishbone setup and rigid chassis, but was a coupe, had a slightly longer wheel base, and a mid-engine layout, with a turbocharged engine making 350-400hp or more, it would be the ultimate "affordable" sports car, IMO. A smaller, more agile, more affordable "baby NSX" is probably my ideal car, if such a thing were to exist.

Don't get me wrong, front mid-ship is still better for weight distribution and turn-in than your standard front-heavy FR car, but mid-engine is ideal...