Chevrolet Corvette: News, Reviews and Pricing (Page 4)

Chevrolet Corvette: News, Reviews and Pricing

The Chevrolet Corvette is the original American sports car, serving as a competitor to the greatest performance cars from around the world since the 1950s. The new C8 Corvette is expected to be unveiled on July 18th. The 7th and latest generation of Corvette has really put GM back on top in regards to being America’s sports car. It completely redesigned the interior using much better quality materials and making it feel as good as it looks.

The C7 Corvette lineup consists of 4 models. The Stingray, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1. Each one increases in horsepower, handling, and aerodynamics as you move up the models. The Nürburgring track times were recently released for all 4 of these models with the fastest one being the ZR1 which lapped the ring in 7:04. Jim Mero (previous suspension engineer for GM) stated the ZR1 could have had a 6:59 second if he was able to drive the car on properly warmed tires. This time puts the C7 Corvette ZR1 into supercar territory.

Here at Torque News, we cover the Corvette extensively and have the latest news and information on each Corvette model made by Chevrolet. Here is a list of the complete Corvette lineup and U.S. base MSRP for each model.

2019 Corvette Stingray starts at: 56,995.00
2019 Corvette Grand Sport starts at: 66,995.00
2019 Corvette Z06 starts at: 81,995.00
2019 Corvette ZR1 starts at: 121,995.00

3 Changes Help the C8 Corvette Reach 205 Miles per Hour

By Patrick Rall on May 19, 2020 - 10:52AM

Hennessey Performance removed their twin turbo setup that they previously installed on their 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and added a nitrous oxide system along with a custom exhaust setup, lifting the output to 650 horsepower and allowing this C8 to reach a stunning top speed of 205.1 miles per hour.

C8 Corvette Z06, Grand Sport, ZR1 and Zora Details Leaked

By Patrick Rall on April 24, 2020 - 11:10AM

While all of the high performance C8 Chevrolet Corvette variants are being delayed due to the Covid19 pandemic, a leaked document acquired by the media branch of Hagerty insurance reveals the engine information, power levels and original release date for the Z06, Grand Sport, ZR1 and Zora models.

2020 Corvette with Late Model Racecraft Exhaust

C8 Corvette with Custom Exhaust Roars on the Dyno

By Patrick Rall on April 21, 2020 - 11:35AM

This 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray with a custom exhaust setup from Late Model Racecraft sounds incredible and receives a solid increase in power, even without an engine tune.

Barrett-Jackson Will Use Rare 1963 Split-Window Chevrolet Corvette to Debut Online-Only Auction

By Mary Conway on April 20, 2020 - 10:03PM

COVID-19 is forcing Barrett-Jackson to experiment with a new way to hold one of its famous auctions. See one of the fabulous cars that will be available.

2021 Corvette Stingray Gets Performance and Appearance Changes

By Patrick Rall on April 8, 2020 - 12:48PM

When the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray goes on sale later this year, the Magnetic Ride Control suspension system will be offered as a standalone option, making it less expensive to get the best-performing C8.

C8 Corvette Z06 Delayed by Pandemic Downtime

By Patrick Rall on March 31, 2020 - 1:13PM

General Motors has notified some of its suppliers that the automaker will be pushing back the debut of some new models due to the Covid-19 downtime, including a new variant of the Corvette that is almost certainly the new Z06, meaning that we aren’t likely to see a hotter C8 until well into 2021.

Hennessey Twin Turbo C8 Corvette from Below

Hennessey Builds the World's First Twin Turbo C8 Corvette (Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2020 - 12:51PM

We are sure to see plenty of 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingrays with aftermarket forced induction systems and monster power, but the first of them comes from the team at Hennessey Performance in the form of a bolt-on twin turbo package, showcased in the video below.

GM Halts 2020 Corvette Orders, 2021 Orders to Begin Early

By Patrick Rall on March 19, 2020 - 1:47PM

Production of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray started late due to the labor dispute and with plants closing to avoid the spread of Covid-19, the company has decided to close the order banks for the current model year, effective immediately.

Carlyle Racing Puts the First C8 Corvette in the 10s

By Patrick Rall on March 16, 2020 - 4:39PM

Last week we talked about the first C8 Corvette Stingrays being delivered around the country and today, we bring you a look at the first mid-engine Vette to crack into the 10-second quarter mile range, courtesy of the folks at Carlyle Racing.

Carlyle Racing C8 Corvette on the Dyno made 440/408

C8 Corvette Stingrays Begin Reaching Owners, Already Being Modified

By Patrick Rall on March 12, 2020 - 1:50PM

General Motors has begun shipping the first examples of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to dealerships around the country and not surprisingly, some of the first owners have already started modifying the mid-engine sports car.

3 Mid-Engine Choices Under $30K If You Can't Afford a 2020 Corvette

By John Goreham on January 28, 2020 - 11:19AM

Mid-engine sports cars have some great advantages. The new Corvette is a perfect example but starts at $60K. If you would love to have a less expensive mid-engine sports car we offer three choices here. One new and two used. All are under $30K.

C8.R Corvette Daytona Debut was Solid, Could Have Gone Better

By Patrick Rall on January 27, 2020 - 12:02PM

The new Chevrolet Corvette C8.R looked good in the early stages of the 2020 Rolex 24 at Daytona and the #3 car set a team record for the most laps in the 24 hour event, but the duo of mid-engine Chevy race cars had to settle for 4th and 7th in the 7-car class.

Chevy Could Be Creating a Porsche GT2 RS Killer as Variant Of C8 Corvette Is Seen In Camouflage

By Max Larsen on January 27, 2020 - 6:31AM

Now that Chevy has the mid-engine C8 Corvette platform, it would be no surprise that GM would be benchmarking the Porsche for performance as variant Of C8 Corvette is seen in camouflage with the Nurburgring King GT2 RS.

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray at the Barrett-Jackson Auction

Barrett Jackson Corvette Mid-Engine Mania: Who Is Paying $3 Million for the 1st 2020 Vin

By Mary Conway on January 20, 2020 - 10:54PM

The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Vin # 0001 was the star of this year's Barrett-Jackson auction. We have details on who is paying $3 Million for the first mid-engine Corvette and who will be benefitting from the charity auction. Here is what we know about this Barrett Jackson Corvette.

C8 Corvette Beats GT500, Supra and 911 for 2020 North American Car of the Year

By Patrick Rall on January 13, 2020 - 1:38PM

The jury for the North American Car, Truck and SUV of the Year awards announced the winners this morning in Detroit and the new mid-engine C8 Chevrolet Corvette took home the title for the top car – beating the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and 17 other impressive vehicles.

C8 Corvette Third Quickest of 7 at Roar Before the 24 in Daytona

By Patrick Rall on January 8, 2020 - 1:42PM

The Roar Before the 24 is the formal beginning of the 2020 IMSA endurance racing season and in the first official track action, the new C8.R Corvette race car put together a strong showing.

C8 Corvette Racing Entry Looks Incredible in Team Livery

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2020 - 2:09PM

Corvette Racing team member Jordan Taylor introduced his 2020 C8.R race car with its competition livery on Twitter and it looks ready to battle for the GTLM title.

2020 Red Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Converter

Ford Starts an Automotive Trend with Mustang Sub-brand that GM and Corvette May Follow

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 14, 2019 - 7:21AM

General Motors may one day sub-brand Corvette just like Ford sub-branded the Mustang in the electric Mach-E. Like it or don’t like it, automakers will do what’s best for their bottom line. Competition is intense for the car-buying dollar. So, in a way, capitalizing on iconic brands does make financial sense. We just don’t have to like it.

The GM Strike Is Officially Over And It Puts The 2020 C8 Corvette Back On Track

By Justin Nohe on October 25, 2019 - 11:39PM

A lot of people are hugely excited for the new 2020 C8 Corvette but with the latest strike at GM, the date for sales kept getting pushed back. That is, until today. GM and the UAW have agreed on the contract details and some workers are starting back as soon as tomorrow.

Motor Trend Puts the 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray On The Dyno And Sees Over 600 Horsepower At The Wheels

By Justin Nohe on October 24, 2019 - 12:30PM

Motor Trend has been testing the new 2020 C8 Corvette for a while now, but they decided to put it on the dyno to see what kind of numbers the new Corvette can put down and they were immediately blown away, but it may not be real.

The 3 Big Automotive Magazines Have Reviewed the 2020 C8 Corvette And It's Impressive

By Justin Nohe on October 17, 2019 - 7:20PM

Motor Trend, Car and Driver, and Road and Track have finally given us their take on the 2020 C8 Corvette and while it's mostly positive, there are some negatives to the first ever mid-engine Corvette.

These 5 Features Borrowed From The C8.R Will Make The C8 Corvette Z06 Almost Perfect

By Justin Nohe on October 9, 2019 - 7:51PM

The C8.R recently made its debut and it is a fantastic looking machine, but what if the parts that make the C8.R so impressive were shared with the next model of C8 Corvette?

Clarence Garner witht the 2020 red Chevrolet Corvette C8

General Motors Gave Me The Keys to the New 2020 C8 Mid Engine Corvette

By Clarence Garner on October 8, 2019 - 4:38PM

Chevrolet gave me so many opportunities to be around the new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8. Some of the bigwigs actually gave me permission to drive this new Corvette.

First Mid-Engine 2020 Corvette to be Auctioned for Charity

How the 2020 Mid-Engine Corvette is Expected to Raise Millions for Needy Children

By Mary Conway on October 6, 2019 - 6:35PM

The most anticipated Corvette in decades will be used to raise money for poor children.

Chevrolet Has Done an Awesome Job With Corvette C8 Spyder Convertible

By Clarence Garner on October 4, 2019 - 8:32AM

Chevrolet has released the 2020 C8 Corvette Convertible. The world is still amazed at how Chevrolet is making history with the all-new mid-engine sports car.

The 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray Convertible Has Made Its Official Debut

By Justin Nohe on October 3, 2019 - 1:37AM

The 8th generation Corvette is taking the world by storm and it just got even better. GM officially revealed the convertible model tonight in Florida and it's not your typical drop top.

Corvette C8.R Makes Debut at Kennedy Space Center And It Is Gorgeous

By Justin Nohe on October 3, 2019 - 12:04AM

GM officially takes the wrap off the all new mid engined Corvette C8.R and it is amazing looking. The new Corvette race car will debut in both silver and yellow at Rolex 24 at Daytona in January.

Here Is 5 Reasons Why The C7 Corvette ZR1 Is An Almost Perfect Car

By Justin Nohe on September 30, 2019 - 2:00AM

With the 2020 C8 Corvette on the horizon, I wanted to take a minute to really talk about the masterpiece that is the C7 Corvette ZR1.

The 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray Is Already Being Considered For 2 Major Awards

By Justin Nohe on September 29, 2019 - 2:53AM

As a Corvette fan I am hugely excited for the new C8 Corvette but even if you aren't a fan, the big magazine guys out there are saying you should be excited for it as well.

This Is Why The C7 Corvette ZR1 Is Better Than The 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray

By Justin Nohe on September 25, 2019 - 10:26PM

The 2020 C8 Corvette is a highly anticipated successor to the almost perfect C7 Corvette but it isn't all an improvement over the previous generation and here's why.

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