2020 Corvette pricing just released - Page 3

Lazerbrainz2k3 · 08-16-2019, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Move'n Up

You can run the DCT in manual mode if you prefer. The DCT doesn't have a torque converter so it is direct drive and therefore more akin to a manual transmission than an automatic.

You can run a torque converter automatic in manual mode, too. The underlying mechanical systems of a DCT don't change the operation of that transmission in any way for the driver - you accelerate & increase engine speed until you want to shift, then you push a button and the transmission goes to the next gear for you.

Obviously, in either case this is a very different user experience from an actual manual transmission.

c4racer · 08-16-2019, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Move'n Up

You can run the DCT in manual mode if you prefer. The DCT doesn't have a torque converter so it is direct drive and therefore more akin to a manual transmission than an automatic.

Have you driven one? I have one in a Porsche - PDK. It's an automatic in function. Yes you can run it in manual mode and it will stay in the gear you tell it to and there is no TC - but it's still an automatic in terms of driving experience.

396ssrat · 08-16-2019, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Mighty Mouce

Yeh...next we will be so excited about our self driving Corvettes as we sit in the drivers seat reading the paper. Yeh ...Welcome to the FUTURE!

I love my automatic and it's only a 3 spd.
It might be a great time for a start up company producing manual transmission conversions for the new C8. Good Luck!

camaro5 · 08-16-2019, 04:18 PM

GM’s quoting 0-60mph in 2.9 seconds.

That’s running a modified LT1 known as the LT2, with 495 horse power.

That’s partially due to the dual clutch transmission shifting so quickly.

Z06 and ZR1 are surely going to cause brain damage.

I would definitely wait and let some people guinea pig it because we don’t know how reliable the Tremec dual-clutch transmission is going to be.

Also, remember they delayed C8 6 months for severe electrical problems.

One year of production will enlighten everyone.

6spdhyperblue · 08-16-2019, 06:20 PM

That is quick I’m getting 3.3 on the street on a mild drag radial. 485rwhp

oldman · 08-16-2019, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 6spdhyperblue

That is quick I’m getting 3.3 on the street on a mild drag radial. 485rwhp

That .4 is a lifetime and you know it.

avalonandl · 08-16-2019, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by samurai

2LT with Z51 would be really nice. With some extras I am at $75k. It's of course a lot of money for a car, but still pretty cheap for the delivered performance.

I will not be an early adopter, but definitely concidering to upgrade to the C8 in a few years

That performance level will take about 120k or more to duplicate. And will frankly give all the prancing horses a scare if not downright trounce them.

But who's kidding who. A Ferrari is a Ferrari.... just driving one gets you all kinds of PU$$y.....

redcoats1976 · 08-16-2019, 06:40 PM

im thinking the C8 will do the same,at least for the first couple of years.

ChefBorOzzy · 08-16-2019, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro5

GM’s quoting 0-60mph in 2.9 seconds.

That’s running a modified LT1 known as the LT2, with 495 horse power.

That’s partially due to the dual clutch transmission shifting so quickly.

Z06 and ZR1 are surely going to cause brain damage.

I would definitely wait and let some people guinea pig it because we don’t know how reliable the Tremec dual-clutch transmission is going to be.

Also, remember they delayed C8 6 months for severe electrical problems.

One year of production will enlighten everyone.

No proof whatsoever that C8 was delayed 6 months for electrical problems. Someone on a forum stating it and some media outlets running with it doesn't make it true.

6spdhyperblue · 08-16-2019, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by oldman

That .4 is a lifetime and you know it.

Yeah it’s no joke. I want to drive one at the track ASAP

oldman · 08-16-2019, 08:23 PM

A stock Z51 with a 120K power train warranty sounds nice.

Johnman · 08-16-2019, 09:13 PM

The C8 Vette obviously has even worse rear quarter/rear visibility than the 6th gen Camaro, but I bet no one ever complains about it.

c4racer · 08-16-2019, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Johnman

The C8 Vette obviously has even worse rear quarter/rear visibility than the 6th gen Camaro, but I bet no one ever complains about it.

So does a C6 but I’ve never heard that mentioned either.

gotroost · 08-16-2019, 10:01 PM

I started adding up all the goodies I would want and it was way north of the ZLE price. Can't wait to see how it really performs. Sure it's mid engine and probably quite a bit lighter, but disappointed about no FI option. I'm sure it will come but it will be pricey. Waiting on that winning lottery ticket...

08-16-2019, 04:18 PM	#32
camaro5 Drives: X-15 Velocipede Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SW Florida Posts: 4,637	GM’s quoting 0-60mph in 2.9 seconds. That’s running a modified LT1 known as the LT2, with 495 horse power. That’s partially due to the dual clutch transmission shifting so quickly. Z06 and ZR1 are surely going to cause brain damage. I would definitely wait and let some people guinea pig it because we don’t know how reliable the Tremec dual-clutch transmission is going to be. Also, remember they delayed C8 6 months for severe electrical problems. One year of production will enlighten everyone. __________________ Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge General Motors ASEP, A.S. Automotive Technology, Telecommunications Specialist, CISCO Network Engineer STANDARD DISCLAIMER camaro5 is furnishing this information "as is". camaro5 does not provide any warranty of the information whatsoever, whether express, implied, or statutory, including, but not limited to, any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or any warranty that the contents of the information will be error-free.

08-16-2019, 08:23 PM	#39
oldman Drives: SS 6 speed of course Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Hilo, HI Posts: 4,318	A stock Z51 with a 120K power train warranty sounds nice. __________________ Forged short block, large duration sub .600 lift Cam Motion cam, 7200 RPM fuel cut, Pray Ported Heads, 3.85 pulley D1X, stage II intercooler, DSX secondary low side, DSX E85 sensor, Lingenfelter big bore 2.0 pump, ported front cats, 60608 Borla, LT4 injectors, ZL1 1LE driveshaft and Katech ported TB, ported MSD intake, BTR valvetrain, ARP studs, ProFlow valves, PS4 tires.

08-16-2019, 10:01 PM	#42
gotroost Drives: 2021 Crush ZL1 1LE Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sierra Vista, AZ Posts: 1,119 View My Garage	I started adding up all the goodies I would want and it was way north of the ZLE price. Can't wait to see how it really performs. Sure it's mid engine and probably quite a bit lighter, but disappointed about no FI option. I'm sure it will come but it will be pricey. Waiting on that winning lottery ticket... __________________ 2021 Crush ZL1 1LE Last edited by gotroost; 08-16-2019 at 10:02 PM. Reason: adding more

08-16-2019, 06:20 PM	#33
6spdhyperblue Drives: 6th gen Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: US Posts: 3,676	That is quick I’m getting 3.3 on the street on a mild drag radial. 485rwhp

08-16-2019, 06:40 PM	#36
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,915	im thinking the C8 will do the same,at least for the first couple of years.

08-16-2019, 09:13 PM	#40
Johnman Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 convertible IOM Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lewisville, TX Posts: 270	The C8 Vette obviously has even worse rear quarter/rear visibility than the 6th gen Camaro, but I bet no one ever complains about it.

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