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It’s just amusing when people make comments like “oh this all new design” & “this new, exotic design” when in fact, it’s a 10 yr+ old design. Then they make comments about the last gen as looking so “dated”.
I think you're trying too hard to take things out of context just to find fault in the words. They're all talking about the C8 in relation to past Corvette generations, no one is claiming that Chevrolet just re-wrote the textbook on mid engine automobile style.
I guess if you are at a distance and squint they are similar. In my opinion the Ferrari is a natural flowing beauty. The C8 is like a rough **** star. Implants, collagen injections etc. also the Ferrari is what, like 10 years old but it looks timeless. In my opinion the looks of the C8 will look very dated in 5 years.
The 458 is the best looking ME V8 Ferrari has made. Nothing since then comes close.
Oh geez lets get real here... A Ferrari is a Ferrari, the C8 is a really good Chevy. While the C8 is an amazing car that now has a mid-engine design, I'm not crazy enough to call out the worlds premiere sports car maker (for decades mind you) and pretend my Chevy is in the same class.
OTOH, you can put 20,000 miles a year on the Chevy without any issues. Not so much a Ferrari.
no one is claiming that Chevrolet just re-wrote the textbook on mid engine automobile style.
Oh, there are a few, the "everyone thinks my car is a Ferrari" and " exotic buyers are thinking twice & are going to buy a C8" crowd. In a way, they're correct the C8 looks like a 20 year old Ferrari. Whether they truly believe it or just post to get a rise out of people is unknown. Appreciate the car for what it is, stop trying to make it something it is clearly not. That's basically to what I was referring.
458 is was a great car, but in the OP picture it looks like a car in a sci fi movie being stretched. The rear wheel got stuck and the front moved forward stretching the distance from the rear of the door to the beginning of the rear wheels by a factor of 3. Not a big but fan, Everything is personal opinion re beauty. NO right or wrong; Well maybe we can agree on wrong. But specs are specs and the C8 wins that at a non overpriced scenario. The 458 is still a nice car, but I'd rather have my C8 Game changer - All 3 Red, White, & Blue or so for the same price!
Oh, there are a few, the "everyone thinks my car is a Ferrari" and " exotic buyers are thinking twice & are going to buy a C8" crowd. In a way, they're correct the C8 looks like a 20 year old Ferrari. Whether they truly believe it or just post to get a rise out of people is unknown. Appreciate the car for what it is, stop trying to make it something it is clearly not. That's basically to what I was referring.
I chalk that up to people just being happy, excited, and enthusiastic about their purchase. Maybe a little bit of justification mixed in too. Lots of people will have their own opinions. It's what makes us all snowflakes.
I chalk that up to people just being happy, excited, and enthusiastic about their purchase. Maybe a little bit of justification mixed in too. Lots of people will have their own opinions. It's what makes us all snowflakes.
And you know what? That’s what it’s all about. I’d be excited to be driving a C8, too. Even more so if I could’ve thrown one around up at The Tail, LOL!
Other than depreciation, I do not believe this is correct. The later F cars are quite reliable.
I agree my 458 has been very reliable. Great car that other than tires and normal yearly maintenance has been great.
One big issue was the stickey button issue that I spent over 5 k to correct and the rubber coated surface to remove the stickey rubber and apply a hard clear coat to eliminate the problem permanently.
My 458 is a 15 with 8500.00 mile and other than stickey button issue its been great.
I also have a 2020 C8 3lt HTC its a great car and an exceptional value for 96k its a lot of car.
Two totally different vehicles with the 458 being much more raw and exciting drive and the C8 being a far better GT car for longer trips and comfort.
Love both cars and the different experiences they bring to the driving experience.
Wanna take a short hour drive and get your blood pump and your senses on edge? Take the 458
Wanna take an few hour trip in complete comfort and have similar performance but with a toned down personality? Take the C8
I agree my 458 has been very reliable. Great car that other than tires and normal yearly maintenance has been great.
One big issue was the stickey button issue that I spent over 5 k to correct and the rubber coated surface to remove the stickey rubber and apply a hard clear coat to eliminate the problem permanently.
My 458 is a 15 with 8500.00 mile and other than stickey button issue its been great.
I also have a 2020 C8 3lt HTC its a great car and an exceptional value for 96k its a lot of car.
Two totally different vehicles with the 458 being much more raw and exciting drive and the C8 being a far better GT car for longer trips and comfort.
Love both cars and the different experiences they bring to the driving experience.
Wanna take a short hour drive and get your blood pump and your senses on edge? Take the 458
Wanna take an few hour trip in complete comfort and have similar performance but with a toned down personality? Take the C8
Yes, I dealt with sticky buttons too, being in FL.
The older I get, the more a GT-like driver would be a great getaway, lower drama car, thus my interest in the C8. This is the first time a Corvette has piqued my interest (other than a ‘57, LOL!). Of course, knowing me I’d probably end wanting the ZR-1 version......
I’m not saying they don’t, or that there’s anything necessarily wrong with it. It’s just amusing when people make comments like “oh this all new design” & “this new, exotic design” when in fact, it’s a 10 yr+ old design. Then they make comments about the last gen as looking so “dated”. Well yeah because that was a 10 yr old design too when it was produced, so now it’s 20 yrs old.
The cars in the pic I posted were 10 yrs apart, same as the two cars in the OP’s post. Heck one could argue the C8 is a 20 yr old design already. Does it make it any less of a car, no. But it’s funny when one says this looks new & unique when it’s not.
while I understand exactly what you are saying. A whole generation of vehicles the Camaro mustang and challenger did make a comeback and sell like hot cakes reimagining a 30-40 year old design. Sometimes refinement is what is needed. Place the Ford GT into that category as well.
I agree my 458 has been very reliable. Great car that other than tires and normal yearly maintenance has been great.
One big issue was the stickey button issue that I spent over 5 k to correct and the rubber coated surface to remove the stickey rubber and apply a hard clear coat to eliminate the problem permanently.
My 458 is a 15 with 8500.00 mile and other than stickey button issue its been great.
I also have a 2020 C8 3lt HTC its a great car and an exceptional value for 96k its a lot of car.
Two totally different vehicles with the 458 being much more raw and exciting drive and the C8 being a far better GT car for longer trips and comfort.
Love both cars and the different experiences they bring to the driving experience.
Wanna take a short hour drive and get your blood pump and your senses on edge? Take the 458
Wanna take an few hour trip in complete comfort and have similar performance but with a toned down personality? Take the C8
yup I agree. Hour is about tops you want to do in the 458 before you become death. Loved the driving of that ride but don’t miss saying fuckkkkk my ears are ringing And this engine burning me up in here.
I know nothing about Ferrari but admire them.....just checking pricing on cars.com.....10 yo 458.....offered by stingray Chevrolet. Looks like someone traded one in. Someday love to have one.
I think if you owned both for 10 years and paid maintenance you might come to a different conclusion. C8 faster & more reliable than the 458.
Originally Posted by Z06Z
Oh geez lets get real here... A Ferrari is a Ferrari, the C8 is a really good Chevy. While the C8 is an amazing car that now has a mid-engine design, I'm not crazy enough to call out the worlds premiere sports car maker (for decades mind you) and pretend my Chevy is in the same class.
yup I agree. Hour is about tops you want to do in the 458 before you become death. Loved the driving of that ride but don’t miss saying fuckkkkk my ears are ringing And this engine burning me up in here.
Sorry, I really disagree with this one. Recently my wife and I did a three week, 3,000 mile tour of seven states in the Appalachian region in the 458. Some days we spend 10 hours in the car. It is actually quite comfortable, and I’m close to 6’. We have the electric Daytona seats, which are heated and not too bad plush wise.
The noise inside is more road noise (tires) which I assume is not much better in a C8. Could even be worse.........
I wanted to correct your statement because I speak from direct experience, not anecdotally, and it’s important for folks here to know.
Now a Lamborghini Huracan is a different matter all together. That’s a 30 minute car tops, less if you’re taller like me. It’ll kill you.
I think if you owned both for 10 years and paid maintenance you might come to a different conclusion. C8 faster & more reliable than the 458.
i don’t know about the faster.....I agree the 458 is certainly not the fastest thing out there, especially these days.
The 458 is remarkably reliable. I have about 13,500 miles on mine. It’s been tires and fluids. They do need to be driven however.
I don’t think a new introductory car’s reliability is likely to be fully vetted (no pun intended) for several years under all driving conditions. I’m rooting for the C8’s reliability, however.
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