C8 Corvette Finally Arrived
It's been a very long wait, and I am not talking about a Roger Smith or even a Simplicity. The reason the USA is short on small change is I have been saving all nickels, dimes and quarters in a jar for three years, ever since the mid-engine Corvette seeme...
Very nice, and congratulations! Sounded great when you really got on the throttle on the on-ramp.
I recognize Point Loma well I used to hang out at the Pannikan Cafe adjacent to that Bookstar with a buddy. Surprised to see the Bookstar still there (unless it's empty). Looking forward to reading more of your impressions of the Vette. Cheers, John
I'm not sure what's in there now, but the neon is still up on the building
Thanks for reading (and listening). I had to cut the tape there as I might have gotten to extra-legal speeds for a moment.
Well done!
The perfect specification, in my estimation. Enjoy it as I know you will! Kent
Thank you
If this is the base car, they accidentally gave me 10-speaker Bose, leather, power seats, door locks, windows (even a back window), digital camera mirror, twin A/C controls, remote start, etc etc. Plus 8 spds and 490 hp -- how much more does a guy need?
Pretty fully equipped!
Honesty, a very attractive choice. Reasonable weight, plenty of power and plenty of dealer support. I can’t think of a better bargain in its class. If my garages weren’t full... Congratulations! Kent
Huge congratulations!!!
Love the look of it, Ferrari should be worried! Really like the cockpit-style interior as well. A perfect car for cruising around CA!
I've gotten more positive comments on this car in a week than on any of the 90 or so cars I have owned in 55 years
People seem to love it - from surfers, to truck drivers to drunks on the curb. A moving truck driver tried to make a trade with me -- he offered a 24 foot Isuzu box truck and all its contents for the car. Thanks 👍 but no deal. Cazalea
My Sierra pickup has the same infotainment.
And a 6.2L motor. But I guess the Vette would take it to 60 ;-)
That is a fantastic looking machine.
I look forward to your coming reports as I might grab one of these at some point.
Wow, more so about the timeline as it seemed like only a few months ago you posted first about this (and it was summer 2019).
Haven’t read much about this one, aside from what was posted here actually. Looking forward to hearing more.
I am blown away by how beautiful the car is!
It looks like an Italian supercar. It looks great. Ferrari better watch out. Corvettes going to eat their lunch
A drunk on the street guy staggered up to me
In Del Mar today, and said “that damn thing is better than a 427 Camaro, you lucky SOB. Sorry to bother you but I just had to say that!” And wandered off again saying “sorry, sorry, but that car, wow!” That’s a first. It appeals to nearly everyone. A teen...
Damn ....that’s hot wheels, huge congrats Mike!
This new Corvette is really stunning, so tempted it could be my first ever American muscle car.
Not quite as exotic as an i8
But hopefully just as fun overall (even if I am destroying the ozone layer (or am I helping it? I forget) Mike
I bet it’s as fun if not more....0-60 in 2.8s!?! That’s super exotic car territory...
After seeing this post, I went on to read few reviews and I’m impressed. I wonder if I should trade the i8, seriously thinking 😉😊
I might have a larger fuel “Bill” this month
First tankful was $47 for 4 days just fooling around town
Wow Mike, congratulations on landing this beauty. It’s so eye catching.
I’ve only seen one in person so far and they are every bit as good looking as an Italian sports car (to a non car guy like me). The convertible is a great feature. Enjoy. AH
Should I get this mod?
Split window kit! Since I saved all the money on options ... Just kidding! ...
IMHO it is perfect no body enhancement is necessary.
you can even take out the stripe, it would still looks awesome and remain sporty perhaps I would love a lighter wheel and Akrapovic ( you can preorder it now, I think it will be difficult to get once its out)
Not sure I’ll change anything
But I have a nephew who makes exhaust systems ... he’d help me, I’m sure Mike
Less is more with your Corvette...
Split screen cars weren’t so great to drive back in the day. The 65 was the best.
You ran out of Seikos? Isn't that kinda like The Fed . . .
. . . running out of money? ;-)
Beautiful car...I've seen a few in my area lately...
...red leather is ALWAYS the answer : )
Fantastic, Mike 👍👏
I had to show the video to my wife and told her, no matter what, there’s always room for a decent sportscar. Thanks for showing and I wish you lots of fun with it and always a safe trip!
Congrats to it! Now off to the motorway chasing, "bullying"! 911s ... at least I would do it 😀
A spectacular car that is not only a muscle car but also a propper sports car: a combination that I like a lot! Have fun!
It is a spaceship!!! 😍😍😍
Congratulations dear Mike, the perfect car for enjoying South California! Thanks for sharing. René
WOW ! 😍
That sound 😛. Congratulations Mike ! An amazing car, everything about it is just special. In this era of EV stuff buying an NA V8 😜. And the spec on this car is fabulous, whit with some stripes is all you need, that’s how i like to spec my cars if i have ...
Great to see you yesterday with this, felt lovely in the driver's seat.
Next time, a ride please. I know I ran out of time this trip, but I'm eager to experience this amazing car. Talk about value for money! Thanks for stopping by to share your new toy! Cheers, Tim
Faulty camera, I guess
No, camera was ok, see here's 73... My wife just fell over in her seat after she smacked me upside the head. Redline is 4000-4500 for the first 500 miles, as you can see on the tach. ...
I'll let mine go for 100,000 even
The export ones have more equipment on them - they come with Z51 package, and 2LT trim which would come to about $85,000 in the US
