C8 Corvette

MY081 · July 19, 2019, 04:54:12 PM

Ok Ok I didn't want to like it because I love the C7 But OMG this new Vette is amazing. Chevrolet have done an amazing job , world class. Now guys n gals lets get over some of this stuff and talk about something REALLY important THE SOON TO BE RIGHT HAND DRIVE C8 CORVETTE.Ray

bfit · July 19, 2019, 05:53:37 PM

I`ll believe it when I see it.
I don't think GM will ever build a RHD corvette. Its just not feasible. Not in the American physie.

When its comes to feasibility of anything ,this country is so backward.
We can drive LHD 30 year old plus vehicles on the roads with all the inherent problems, all well and good, but not a world class modern vehicle with all the bell whistles and safety features, of the modern corvette.
It Is BS, to put it politely. I was going to use a word that refers to fornication but alas NO. not today.
Bfit

MY081 · July 19, 2019, 06:23:52 PM

Yep I agree brand new NO NO 30 year old Why not !!!!!

bfit · July 19, 2019, 07:31:07 PM

This post is on the us forum
https://www.corvetteforum.com/articles/c8-corvette-reveal-live-stream-link/
Bfit

rosco · July 19, 2019, 08:58:27 PM

Just for your information there are two right now down at the HSV centre that are doing the new camero,s and Silverado conversions and they are rhd from the factory.

Rosco

MY081 · July 19, 2019, 09:46:36 PM

I was talking to Holden today and they say about 12 months before we get one . Ray

rosco · July 19, 2019, 10:21:18 PM

Two in the Walkinshaw garage, not talking to anyone with knowledge I gather .

coradict72 · July 19, 2019, 10:26:08 PM

AS they said in the opening look today that this is a big step for corvette
the rhd announcement was genuine hoping the get a piece of europe market
no more pink elephants.
digital dash is a surprise the rear boot then the motor... how is one to
enjoy a looksie at that throbbing engine sorry I stopped at the c5 everything beyond
and converted feels a great waste of money but I do appreciate a mid engine corvette
finally!! Its quite a hunk of power at your disposal

bfit · July 19, 2019, 10:36:03 PM

Quote from: rosco on July 19, 2019, 08:58:27 PM
Just for your information there are two right now down at the HSV centre that are doing the new camero,s and Silverado conversions and they are rhd from the factory.

Rosco

Interesting
If there is a factory RHD VETTE it will knock the crap out on the late model corvette price, and make the butchered conversions obsolete.
I wouldn't have thought the vehicles would be here in Australia before they are released in the US
Bfit
Ps I still need to see it to believe it.

c5vette · July 19, 2019, 10:51:12 PM

there are no RHD Corvettes at HSV
HSV has Nothing to do with them, there is a test car here already, but its LHD.

Not sure if they have even built any RHD ones yet?

Pricing is under 100k for Base Model, placed an order today for first allocation

rosco · July 20, 2019, 07:34:23 AM

I stand corrected then. I also agree that the pricing on the Australian converted c7 will be effected as the price point on this new one is without a doubt very welled priced.

Regards Rosco

stingray · July 20, 2019, 09:38:11 AM

As stated in the launch of the c8 now on you tube, right hand drive are being built from Chevrolet factory

stingray · July 20, 2019, 09:41:22 AM

and starting for under $60,000us

MY081 · July 20, 2019, 10:42:01 AM

Mmmmm apologies accepted. Ill let you know when they are to be released here. Ray

bfit · July 20, 2019, 11:58:26 AM

I don't think it will come to pass,
But if a mid optioned c8 RHD became available here in the 130 to 140k Au they would sell quite a few . It would all depend on who distributes them.
As the HSV fans would tend to go with the Camaro .
If Walkinshaw distribute both the Camaro and vette that would be an interesting scenario.
We live in interesting times , will the C9 be full electric
Bfit

gtc · July 20, 2019, 01:22:27 PM

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a28442169/2020-chevy-corvette-c8-right-hand-drive/

c5vette · July 20, 2019, 04:14:05 PM

just ordered what is called the Launch edition Today at Garry and warren Smith Oakleigh $5k deposit

they will release 2 editions a Base model and a Up Spec launch Edition

Base Model a bit more than $90k and the launch edition Not sure yet as i dont know what is in the launch edition from Holden Yet

It has nothing to do with HSV in anyway, no plans for a hsv Corvette either. and available from All Holden Dealers not just HSV ones

PS the HSV comaro 1LZ are now $185k with this new Luxury car tax and these will be way cheaper and quicker

It will have an effect on all used late model Vettes, also they will have a GT version, an electric and other models not all carried by Holden

regards

bfit · July 20, 2019, 07:26:50 PM

https://www.speedcafe.com/2019/07/20/holden-confirms-corvette-for-australia/

coradict72 · July 20, 2019, 08:10:27 PM

c5vette ...thats fantastic on your order.Do you feel it will be at least 18 mths
before you receive the vette and are you ordering it for Australia. Some converters must a bit nervous
good things do come to an end...To wait 30yrs to drive as is makes no sense.I do like the C7 as is great look
It will be an interesting 12 mths as production begins versus pre orders and back log of supply
Plant workers must be excited as we are cheers!

c5vette · July 20, 2019, 08:14:41 PM

who really knows, but glad I sold my c6 corvette when I did 2 months ago, as I will loose my arse on it otherwise.

I bought a 2019 mustang to play with for the next year or so, a pce of sh#t by the way.

Nothing like the handling of a corvette, but my $155k I got for my 8 year old corvette should be plenty of $$ to buy a C8