Automotive

Thanks to InDebtButOnTime (an appropriate name for a watch nut), I got myself rousted up from the easy chair, leapt into the Volt and raced across town to see the local appearance of the Vette. INSIDE THE CORVETTE COCKPIT The dash is complex but more inte...  

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We can find out for you.

And the seats both face front However, even though the tunnel is high it’s not wide so it doesn’t crowd you. Nothing so bad as a TVR Griffith, for example, or a Viper. Viper ...  

Shocking build quality 🤯

But seldom of highest quality materials or precision assembly. And not always capable of standing up to the weather— most Corvettes have had t-tops or been convertibles. Or standing up to modification-crazed owners .... please raise your hand if you’ve ev... 

How do you feel about the Corvette leaving it’s traditional front engine layout and style, for this very different car ?

My main experience / history with sports cars is Lotus. I have had a Europa Twin Cam (mid-rear engine), a Caterham Seven (front mid-engine), Elan S4 (front engine RWD) and Elan M100 (front-mid FWD). All seemed very Lotus to me, for many reasons beyond pet... 

and in my opinion (without trying the car) It’s a bold move for Chevrolet and the engineering team. Porsche are definitely considering making the 911 mid engined. Only a combination of tradition and typically conservative Porsche design has held this move... 

Thanks for again a great photo series I appreciate how you allow us to peek into your live

From your title, it does not look like you used your wallet. Will you consider buying one? Best, É.

No production orders are being taken until they release the final price & options lists in a few weeks. However, “reservations with a deposit” have been accepted since the unveiling last week. If they aren’t going to make what you want (options/price comb...