My First Drive in the NEW 2020 Corvette C8!
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- Опубліковано 31 лип 2024
- The new 2020 Corvette Stingray is here and it's time for my first drive! Ever since the huge reveal event I've been looking forward to having a go to see what the mid-engined C8 is actually like, and this is finally the day!
For the first time, the Corvette is now a mid-engined car with a 6.2l naturally aspirated V8 mounted behind the occupants. Pushing out 495bhp through an 8spd Tremec dual clutch it boasts impressive numbers; 0-60mph in 2.9s and on to 194mph. In traditional fashion the Stingray offers a removable targa roof panel that can be stowed in the back to hear even more from the exhaust. Onboard are a whole host of new technologies, features, gadgets and controls to play with.
Let's have a full run through of everything you could want to know about the new generation of Corvette and find out how it stacks up against expectations.
Kicking off from Las Vegas, I'm sharing a car with Matt Maran Motoring to explore the Lake Mead area and get a feel for what it's all about. Check Matt out too at: / @mattmaranmotoring
Thanks for watching, Tim
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Finally time to get an experience at the wheel of the brand new 2020 Corvette! I've been looking forward to this one so join me now to find out all about it and whether it meets the incredibly high expectations. What do you think?
Love your vids shmee
Best channel
Your sunglasses are 🔥🔥🔥
I love this. Especially because it will be available with 7 speed manual gearbox
Looks good, Sounds good but definitely needs any kind of spoiler. Even with the small one it looks even better :)
Still a really nice car for the money.
The GTA moment when you finally find a unique car and soon after that you see another one drive by....
Yo I swear
The F1 car that you can win right now, even though you can’t buy it till next week
How gay do yall have to be ? Grand theft auto ?? Really
Mr. TAMW bruh who are you lmao
Mr. TAMW you’re a moron.
Many years ago I had a vette. It was great over all but I was getting married and had to sell it to help pay for the wedding. After 26 years I'm getting divorced. I should have kept the car...
You sound like red from that 70s show
Oh, man... divorcing after 26 years. That's horrible. Sorry. Man.
you would have lost it in the divorce anyway..that would have hurt worse
I hope you're red pilled now and won't make that stupid mistake again. Never trade your joy for misery.
Better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all. Look at it in the right perspective Friend
The C8 looks so incredibly nice without a spoiler
Agree
Ive seen a few in person now and sadly I'm not really digging the sharp blocky lines. I'd buy the GT500. $60,000 May be a deal but I'd buy something else that looks a little better.
Totally agreed. Love the sleek look and especially the colour matched side scoop. They are usually black.
@@robertstaff yes, that too. I prefer the one color look.
no it doesn’t, looks way more exotic with the high wing
Shmee: "We won't fo a full launch." Cleetus: "I wonder how you do a standing burnout?"
lol and you can see him standing in the same parking lot around 20:17
it has burnout mode for heating the tires.
I can't think of two more different car guys and they both love the C8.
Cleetus first thought looking under the hood Plenty of room for a blower. Followed by intense questioning the engineers on the burnout capabilities.
Actually the engine is one of the lightest engines in this power range, there are more factors to weight than just displacement.
Mgoblagulkablong I agree. Single cam saves a lot of weight.
Mgoblagulkablong Yup, I think all LS/LT family engines are around ~450 pounds, if I’m not mistaken
Right, plus they're all aluminum. People put them in Miatas and they still actually handle pretty well.
Chef Bojan yes. The famous jaguar v12 didn't get dohc for that specific reason. Becoming too heavy up top
RIGHT. Everyone just looks at, "6.2L So Massive!" completely ignoring it's only 16 valves with no overhead cam setup. My 5.0 Coyote dwarfs the 6.2 LT4 in my Z06. People underestimate how much space overhead cams take up, and more importantly, how much they weigh and affect center of gravity since they sit so high up.
A mid engine supercar with a roaring V8...
HEAVEN!!!
Agreed
I've watched close to 30 reviews on the Corvette, you did the best job of anyone. Thank you.
Shmee has a lot of experience driving many high performance cars. I would love to hear him actually make some comparisons, such as how this car feels to drive compared to mid-engined offerings from the European brands.
yeah but shmee doesnt make this type of comparisons. Thats why he has a good relationship with a lot of brands. He never makes a bad review and that is a very nice and open car reviewer
Dude you can’t compare a corvette to anything it’s a budget super car made by one of the worst car manufacturers in the world.
@@javierdiaz5089 Of course, but making a comparison doesn't automatically imply saying anything negative about. Shmee is a smart guy who can make comparisons and still portray the car in a positive light.
@@Daniel-ii6rq Chevrolet has stated themselves that they studied mid-engined European supercars like the Ferrari 458 when developing the C8 Corvette. So yes, you absolutely can compare them and stating that it's close in certain aspects would be giving it huge praise, since it's so much cheaper than the Europeans.
Obviously you know absolutely nothing about what you are talking about. This is not a budget super car. The upcoming Z06 and ZR1 are going to redefine what a super/hyper car is. Having owned 5 Corvettes, 2 Porsches, and an AMG GTS, the C7 is by far the best sports car and you won't be making trips to the dealer for repairs. C8 on order.
It was great driving with you Tim!
All star team. Did you guys test the upgraded stereo system?
Sol Guerrero no, we were too busy enjoying the engine sounds haha but we should have.
Money beggar
can we just acknowledge how beautiful the scenery is
Shmee i have been watching your videos for yearssss! Absolutely love the content you put out, surely one of the best automotive youtubers. Thanks!!!
The mid-engine Corvette is an important car in American history
It’s needs to be in all history books🇺🇸
haha
The car inspires patriotism
I hate it it’s one of those u hate it or LOVE IT I HATE IT
@@JSho-st8hd uh no. Also why do you hate it?
@@JSho-st8hd I don't like it either. I know Zora dreamed of the Corvette being mid engine, but I don't think a corvette should ever be anything other than front engine
Stradman viewers get ready for James to start his off the key everyday 😂
Dewsy123 legit 🤦🏼♂️😂
Straight pipe coming to a vlog near you
YES YES YESSSSSSS ( Acting like Stradman when he does the off key start)
Ladies and gentlemen welcome back to the channel and welcome back to the beautiful state of utah, the corvette has arrived and it has remote start.
(insert corvette starting)
@@RayOLight no. You missed welcome back to the vlog
My gosh the way you talk about cars is truly amazing, well done sir.
That you for the excellent introduction to the new Vette. Always well done and informative. Thank you Shmee150!
This is the most beautiful example of the C8 I've seen. Would look even better with cream colored seats.
If you're going to get one, I'd wait for the Z06 to come out
Or zr1
Or have a normal Stingray and then update in due course... ;)
@@Shmee150 Always thinking ahead, I love it!
He could get both for how cheep they are compared to his other cars
Shmee150 or get the stingray and upgrade the engine to push more horsepower
Beautiful cars, beautiful roads and even a beautiful setting with those painted mountains in the background. Chevy knew what they were doing!
Just finished watching Matt's excellent video, and yours is definitely unique. Enjoyed the intro, thanks for taking us along!
Enjoyed your review. Nice mix of facts and impressions. I've been a Vette fan since the early 70's, and have owned a C3 (454) and now a C4. Having read about and seen photos of mid-engine Corvette prototypes on and off for the whole time I've been a fan, it's fantastic that Chevy has finally built one - before I die! - and it appears to be a good one at that. It's beyond my humble budget but that's not a criticism. The C8 is something to aspire to. Thanks again.
Shmee: *drives off with roof off*
Me: I just need a moment.....
Amazing, it seems to have everything people and I could ask for!
Seeing that car in that Nevada location made me realize a new dream in life
Start up video does not do it justice. It cracks to life and puts a smile on my face every time. I thought I didn’t need it , but I worked hard and deserved it. Someday I won’t be able to physically /mentally able to drive at a top level but for now WTH. Go to the museum and drive theirs on the track.
Still waiting for that "Hi Shmee I´m guys" line :D
Tim did it once
A good few videos ago
Ryley Mackinder long time ago
Great content as always Tim! Hope you’re enjoying the U.S. Keep it coming! 🔥
From some angles I think the car is gorgeous then from other angles I think it looks horrible
@Zoe TheCat agree 100%
@Zoe TheCat Doesn't take two people. It's extremely light weight and can easily lift it off from one side.
No spoiler makes it look more elegant ..and no black accents around the side arches , and I like it better plan .
He was holding a camera that made it more difficult. I owned earlier versions of Corvettes with the heavy glass top and I could do it by myself. I think he was being careful and didn't want to drop the top while filming.
I think it needs a spoiler
So badass! Can’t wait to see the upgraded/performance versions of the C8. Great job reviewing, Shmee! Thanks.
Nice to see a real genuine global supercar from the US at an amazing price...Well done.
It’s saying something when British Schmee is over here tearing up our roads in a Vette....
is there an American Shmee?
I do like watching schmee almost as much as I like watch shmee
He doesn't even know what PDF stands for and said it was a Camaro in the rear.
Schmee is the German Shmee.
Hstry shmitt
Excellent to watch a “common” topic Tim... We missed such relevant vloggs...
The mid-engine C8 seems like a game-changer and looks so much better without the rear spoiler.
looks great, love the paint and wheels combo!
Every time I see someone mention the rear view mirror with integrated camera, I just remember that Tavarish got one off Amazon for his Lamborghini that was literally the cheapest thing on the car.
As per usual best car vids on the net.Thank You Shmee.
Nice to see someone that owns and has driven some of the most expensive cars in the world say it’s a nice car. I’ve been waiting for this review.
6:49 That neon C8 was the Corvette that almost killed a bunch of bikers 😂😂😂
Just look it up, you can find it on UA-cam
@Taylor N 🙄 Just watch the video you'll understand
ua-cam.com/video/OAUbe1nP5Nc/v-deo.html
That's crazy!! The C8 just stopped out of nowhere to make an U Turn without any warnings!!
Matt M clearly the bikes were going 120mph when the corvette pulled the U turn. What dumb ass pulls a You turn on a 2 lane double yellow around a bend especially with bikes right behind them and everyone knows bikes doesn’t have the same stopping distance as cars. The bikes did nothing wrong
I think he was speeding up for a place to turn around but the bikers thought it was a challenge and kept running up behind the car increasing there speed so the driver slowed down and stopped to turn around. If you notice whoever was driving waited for the bikers to go around him one is so close he passed the car on the right because he is following to close. If a vehicle in front whether it be a motorcycle, car, or anything else slows down whatever is behind suppose to slow down as well. I own a sports car so in my everyday driving I have times where I have to accelerate well over speed limits to get others ie other motorists off my ass. But in the idiot world that most live in the ideology is it's the drivers fault when chasing him down at 110 on a motorcycle.
The front hood cutout looks like an Aventador lol
It's supposed to resemble the lines of an F35 stealth fighter
I see Aventador Ferrari Mclaren MP4-12c BMW i8 Acura/Honda NSX and a hint of Porsche Taycan. Every angle is a different car. Its a no brainer that Chevy is desperate now.
JDMEXforme lol desperate? It's just car design
Kinggg Ezekiel that's the front end...I mean the front hood cut out...
Kinggg Ezekiel great that's not what I'm talking about...and yes the McLaren looks like the Corvette, the Corvette was modeled after the 458
another *excellent* review Shmee. Thank You!
I've been waiting since last year to see your review on the C8..... Liked it before I saw it!!!!
Person: What do you have in the boot?
Me: The roof.
*Police
This Corvette is amazing! 🔥👍And the V8 sounds awesome! 😍
Why dont u get a m5
@@shlok4123 I'm still waiting. The prices keep falling 😉
One day you will
I too love m series because it is the only sports car which withstands indian roads and you dont have to pay too much of import taxes
@@shlok4123 🙂👍
Great job shmee! I truly admire your grind
My dad had the C8 just this past week. It was just the base model. But, I’ve never been so impressed with a car. For the price, it’s on par with Ferrari’s. It’s an incredible machine, and the acceleration is amazing. We got 0-60 in 3.4 seconds on very cold Michigan pavement on cold tires. Can’t wait to hear more opinions from people.
I just passed a truckload of Corvettes on I75n in Ohio. Im 100% sure the load was going to dealership Bud's in St. Mary's Ohio. Its one of the top Corvette dealers in the states.
strad is going to take the jeep to ohio to get his corvette, so you might have seen strads corvette
@@RayOLight There is a big Corvette dealer in St. Marys Ohio and one in Napolian Ohio as well.
In my next life. I want to come back as shmee reviewing cars and purchasing a new car every 4 month. We love you bro
Splendid review Shmee!! Nice choice of scenery to display the performance of the car. Sounds like a NASCAR with the top down. What a dream....
Proper job and lovely color. Thanks for showing it to us🤩
Excellent review!👍
Great car don't care what anyone says.
Price to Performance wise, yes. Styling, Top Speed, Acceleration, etc, no.
@@-SP. styling and interior is cool tho
@@-SP. and acceleration is like 0-60 in under 5 seconds looool
@@YungEagle3k 2.9 yeah. Pretty damn quick.
@@YungEagle3k Exterior styling makes it look like an uglier version of the NSX. The interior is quite controversial. Acceleration I was just saying isn't the greatest compared to some of it's rivals, but for the price it's no disappointment.
Awesome Car! Corvette C8 2020 a new mid engine.Crazy Design. Congratulations from Brazil! Top Channel Shmee150!
this is a fantastic car. i'm too old to have a car like this and i'd look ridiculous driving one, but then again i love a bargain and i love sports cars. i can almost feel what it's like to drive it just by watching the video.
Schmee: First feel!
Everyone: How did you get there!!!!!?
He spawned there
For the price, its amazing.
I was there yesterday and saw the car and it makes it better that that was you in it!
Love it with that country wing on the back. The wheels are brutal. Go to go!
Finally the Corvette is a true exotic. I like...
ehhh not exactly...
Ah...why not...?
Okey Ezeilo it’s American... exotic means it’s from a foreign country
@@ccdoesmobile6106 That has nothing to do with it. Exotic cars are supercars which this is not (sports car).
CCdoesMobile countries have nothing to do with that lmao 🤦♂️
Was keenly awaiting your thoughts on the C8, someone who lives with supercars every day and how the Vette would stack up. Keep the great content coming, Sir Shmee!
Can you show us your watches one day? Nice Daytona!
Great review as always. Hope you add it to your collection!
Kickass review Shmee150 this video along with all your videos are all excellent! \m/
Literally been waiting since the reveal of the c8 for this video
I hope you enjoy!
i like how everyone mentions golf clubs for trunk space, like everyone that buys them gonna be old people thay drive 5mph below the speed limit
No American here, but all reviews says like US$60k as a very affordable car. I thought that a middle class normal guy could buy one...am I wrong?
Do you honestly think anybody under 40 is going to be able to afford this car in huge numbers? Because if you really think so take a look around once in awhile
@pontiacGXPfan griping about old people getting them.....wake up and look at all supercar owners. Youre kidding yourselves if you think everyone buying other supercars is somehow 20 and Vette buyers are all ancient. thats just ignorant.
I play golf and track my car - no need for silly and uninformed statements like that (and I assure you that you will only find me 5 mph under the speed limit as I am accelerating past it and most likely you)
It's just to give you an idea of the size of the boot
I HAVE WORKED FOR GM FOR 31 YEARS NOW. MANY GAME CHANGERS OVER THE YEARS. THIS IS THE BIGGEST.
love the level of excitement!
Best corvette to date! Just wait until the z06 comes out.
McLaren "We're going to build a mid engined grand tourer"
Cheavy "Hold on to my mullet"
@@xStaman He was referring to the GT, not a 720s. This car isn't meant to compete with a 720
@xStaman grand tourer meaning gt, headass
xStaman You’re an idiot
mullets are for the Iroc z version
@@Sabba7h this car is far from competing with any supercar at the level of a 720s. Corvettes are undeniably sports cars, until you get to the Zr1. Bladed angel made a good video on what controversial cars are and arent supercars. Personally, I think certain trims of models can be, let's just wait until the C8 ZR1
Ideal location for such test drives, can't imagine having so much space and scarce traffic in my small overcrowded (Dutch) country! Such great scenery really improves the video, perfect match!
this thing looks amazing !
Carwow, hit this man up.
They've actually had a crossover before..... FYI.
Carwow already had a crossover with Shmee and that was a banger in 2018. Hope to see more of them in the future 😁
Wowcar
I never seen a youtuber driving a c8 for the first time.
Thank you Shmee for coming over to the USA for this review of the C8 Corvette. I have been looking forward to your review of this revolutionary car and I am excited to get your impressions of it on the track. I also have to give credit to Chevy for choosing such a beautiful place (Lake Mead) and on such great roads to provide the test drives. Among the many beautiful shots in this video of the scenery and the car, I especially liked when you demonstrate the rear view camera at 18:25, the image looks like it could be from a postcard.
Awesome review! Thanks!
I think i found my new dream car :D
It's a masterpiece just love it🤩
I just specced out a 3LT and it looks AMAZING and it's at 90K with almost every option
Thx Schmee to drive this Vette for us 👍 surely my future toy 🇺🇸 💪💥
I am looking forward to my next Corvette! (once a few years have passed and I can get one from someones 1 car museum for cheap)
You have subaruwrxfan...er Matt Moran Motoring with you!? Wow love that dude haha
Woo Las Vegas baby
OHHHH the blinkers sound sooooo good!
i miss the circular tail lights and i think if they implemented a design that would fit well with circular tail lights, this car would look really good
Camden Osborn it already does imo. Gotta change with the times
I really liked the circular tail lights but considering how much this car offers for the price, I would not be upset if they didn't include any taillights in the price
Yeah like the Ferrari Enzo rear end!
Imagine Porshe putting out a 911 with a front mounted inline 6?
This was my first thought when I heard mid engine configuration and Corvete in the same sentence!
There have been front-engine Porsches 928.
@@gaddyify Yes but not a 911
@@cortarelva The 928 back then was released and *intended to replace* the 911. Since people loved the rear engine config, the 911 stayed and the 928 turned into the Panamera years later...
Yeah, imagine Porsche wanting to regress instead of progress.
Well. Its not to far fetched. The Panamera is front engined, and if Porsche was able to completely design a Panamera 992🤞
I love that color with those wheels, calipers and the body colour moldings (plus chrome badges), yet it would look even better with the natural dipped interior.
Great intro as usual Tim.👍👍
"Hi guys im shmee" always makes me smile
I think in the z51 model the front end lift system has a memory function to remember driveways and speed bumps which is a nice feature.
Nice video Tim,keep them coming.
Nice car as well.
You need one of these cars for shmee collection.
That's the most beautiful Corvette I've ever seen.
The color is mesmerizing
6:50 Green C8 Corvette 🤤
Wow amazing stuff Shmee! You definitely need to buy one!
loved the c5, loved the c6, was kind of luke warm on the c7, and love what i see in the c8. props GM !
C7 looks great. Back looks like an ode to the 80s, great design overall. Loving this latest gen too.
Love it Tim. Beautiful car. Reminds me of a mclaren a little bit, the lines are similar which is an unusual comparison. I really think you have the best job there is. You’re quite literally living my dream. If you ever need an assistant or an intern to help you out I am your man. Love it 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
1:37 my heart broke when you said that
And there are zero left in existence with 3 pedals.
@Baza H I mean, I love cars, but I also realize we're screwed if we don't reduce our levels of pollution output, its just a fact. Thankfully, evs have shown economy friendly cars can still have character, be sexy, fast, fun etc. It's a unique experience but not a bad one.
Got to love mid-engined cars. That rear glass is filthy though - looks covered though?!
Change is indeed good.
What an epic car it is.
Once the strip of HVAC buttons are compartmentalized (which they actually are, of course) after looking at them, I don't see how they're really hard to figure out. I quite like the design and think the entire interior has been beautifully executed!
Putting the “ENGINE” behind the “DRIVER” doesn’t make the vehicle more valuable, it’s the “EXCLUSIVITY” of limited numbers built by hand with exotic materials and craftsmanship
Well, putting the engine in the back also makes it more exclusive, as it's now a member of a smaller club cars that look & drive that way, so moot point.
Plus, you know what, that point is only really for losers that buy a midengine supercar for its exclusivity, they buy the car, cruise 5mph below speed limit to be seen in it... Impress the neighbours right? But real car guys buy a midengine supercar because it has different track-friendly driving dynamics.
Thanks for the video been wanting a genuine review of this beast! I'm only 23 but I do see myself in the near future getting one of these beasts! For now I'll have to settle for the genesis r spec im getting next month for my birthday. It's a great time to be a car enthusiast!
Finally!!!
Best in it’s price!!!
When he took the top off it reminded me of my first corvette, right before the glue failed and it blew off at 75 miles an hour. HaHa Good Luck!