2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 reveal this Sunday (Jan 13)
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Grover Cleveland
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I was just about to post it.
I have no doubt that that's the world first photograph of an uncovered C7 Corvette. And it looks good.
Death Dealer
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Not bad.
Why is it so angry?
Zaraki_Kenpachi
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Front doesn't look too bad, the grill is kind of fugly though.
Himynameischris
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Oh my...
Looks angry.
C6 front end for reference:
Concept mock up of the hood and grille, pretty close:
Source: http://www.maxmotors.com/2014-chevrolet-corvette-c7-concept/9311
Concept mock up of the hood and grille, pretty close:
Source: http://www.maxmotors.com/2014-chevrolet-corvette-c7-concept/9311
Grover Cleveland
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Maybe because it looks similar to the the SRT Viper?
From jalopnik comments.
The only thing that's terribly similar(beyond the low-swooping hood and mouth grille that almost every aerodynamic performance car has) are the headlights.
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This is on the cover of the February issue of Automobile Magazine.
I can already tell the old school Corvette guys are going to hate it.
looks mean.
forum is on a roll tonight isn't it
BrokenEchelon
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As I said over at AutoGAF, it's the best looking Corvette in decades.
The Stingray being the only other good looking Corvette.
The Stingray being the only other good looking Corvette.
Death Dealer
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I like both Sting Rays and Stingrays.
Of the C4's, the ZR1 has grown on me.
I think the C5 is the worst looking. I hate the rear end on them.
BankaiZaraki
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I'm not a fan of Corvettes but this new model is mmmmmm sexy!
Huh? The C5 was damn good looking in it's day and still looks good today. It has timeless lines that don't heavily date the car, add to that good power and good performance.
C4's are stuck in limbo forever with a design that aged quickly and horribly, uninspired design with performance that was easily outmatched by it's predecessor.
The C4 is the the most undesirable model of Corvette to date and it looks like it will stay that way for a long time.
Looks fantastic. Can't wait to see more shots.
Especially since new GTR has more in common with Cadillac than any Japanese marque.
AlmostMilk
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Can't wait to see this but I am even more excited for the C7.R in the ALMS series next year. Will be going to the Detroit Auto Show again this year so I will see this beast in person.
secretanchitman
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ive always thought corvettes are ugly as hell, but damn the C7 corvette pretty good looking. cant wait to see the official pics.
RukusProvider
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Hates forgeiners.
twinturbo2
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Can't wait to drive this car... in Forza. Gran Turismo feels so overrated IMO.
Khalifa Jayy
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The Vette has been my dream car since I was a little kid. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing the unveiling this Sunday. Also very glad to see that there are quite a few GAFers looking forward to this. Bring the goods, Chevy!
Wow, that's a good look. I'm impressed. The removal of the greenhouse with the new rear "glass" design hopefully looks great when exposed finally, as the glass on the last 3 Vette gens were an eyesore at best.
I'm not a big Vette guy, but going away from the round taillights just doesn't seem right, not a smart thing to do. I mean the rounded lights have been a staple for so long because people loved them. The GT-R for example, was insisted to maintain it's rounded tails and it's a lot less iconic of a car even.
Yeah, I don't really like the move away from the round taillights either, but at least it's still got two on each side.
All this Vette talk got me excited, so I made a little trip to our local (mind blowing) car museum today- they've got 7-8 absolutely stunning Corvettes, mostly C1's and C2's. The 57's grille caught my eye, it's distinctly 50's (the Caddy's have a very similar look), but that C7 shot looks more than a little reminiscent of the original chrome grille corvettes...
There's the tail of a '67 427 on the right... Drool worthy
There's the tail of a '67 427 on the right... Drool worthy
UnluckyKate
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Can it turn this time ? I hope it can turn. It's been so long since I got excited for a Corvette
Skel1ingt0n
I can't *believe* these lazy developers keep making file sizes so damn large. Btw, how does technology work?
I learned to drive a manual in my dad's new 2001 Corvette when I was 13 years old. What a great way to learn, I tell ya! Also had an old automatic and restored '72 Vette at the time that was his hobby/weekend car. Corvettes and Camaros have a special place in my heart; too bad a new Vette is out of my price range - by a longshot.
Bboy AJ
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Joke post.
Uh, no. They're great cars. I'd buy one if they weren't so common. And I hope the new models feel smaller.
lol
Never really been a fan of corvettes either, but saying they aren't good performing cars is a bit ridiculous.
Who said they weren't good performers?
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
M3s are a dime a dozen.
lots of people. They can't turn (lol sure buddy), they are mediocre (yeah c6 zo6...what an under performing car...).
highrider
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Uh, no. They haven been great since the 60s. Even then it was just a great body design.They have always been mechanical travesties.
ZR1 says hi
Not very familiar with the C6 Z06 or ZR1, I take it?
Thought you meant I said it lol.
Well the corvettes are great cars, but I just find them boring. Way too many in my city.
Shit my old vice principal back in high school had one
True, I see more corvettes tho.
You know what I never see? Lotus. Aren't they in the same price range?
Zaraki_Kenpachi
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Depends on where you are I guess. Where I live it's Beemers and Mustangs that are a dime a dozen. I don't see any vettes ever pretty much.
The Elise starts around 40k from what I remember... Could be mistaken though. They're not really in the same market though.
Edit: Lotus also has a very small supply chain. They have hardly any dealerships.
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