The New C8 Corvette

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    a_gray_prius Rare Non-Old-Blowhard Priuschat Member

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    I'm very pleasantly surprised by the value for (spec sheet for now) performance.

    Under $60k for a mid-engined, 495hp car with a dry sump system that can handle 1G lateral acceleration. I'm assuming they have been paying attention to the on-track overheating problems they had in the C7 so we won't see a repeat of that issue. Hopefully the improvements in rigidity means that it will feel more precise than it's predecessor as well.
     
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    Waiting to see the C8 in person. I already have a commuter car.
     
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