probably starts with the acceleration exceeding a detection threshold rather than when the throttle is pressed or atleast when motion starts. Anyway, magazines use a foot rollout, so the spec is moot w.r.t published values
Crazy how much hate the car gets for just having an additional motor in the front. It’s literally the closest an average person can get to experiencing a Porsche 918 or McLaren P1 and you still get a big OHV V8. I’ve been lucky enough to drive the stingray quite a bit and this thing looks better, is more efficient and has more power. People are so mad that it’s even possible to get better MPG when 99% of the corvette customer base has a set budget just like everyone else. This thing is crazy and I can’t wait to drive one.
It actually gets the same mpg as the regular corvette. The electric motor is there just for added speed and torque (although it does beat the z06.). Makes people that are getting upset it has an electric motor even sillier. 😂
@@Crawdoodle whats the point of that? the electronic noise annoying as hell. Only reason I'm not getting one. Actually getting a C8 delivered in 2 weeks!
Corvette is my dream car. I grew up in the 1990's and always thought Corvette was the coolest. Sure, there was even more beautiful and expensive cars to pick from, but I always went for Corvette, it was so cool, and still is. I hope one day i'll be able to own one.
When you put the top in the trunk. Push it in and it clicks in. You don't want to just set the top in as it can bounce around. If you lightly push the top into those brackets it clicks and locks in. Other than that, that thing is mint!!!
@@m.c8038he’s not talking about the actual trunk. He’s talking about placing the roof in the trunk. The trunk has latches in it that lock the roof in place while it’s in there.
You did that very well, just like a ride with a friend who wants to show his new car and give a little extra info. There are so much fouls here on UA-cam, laughing at everything GM does or don't do and . . . always adding annoying music. Thank you.
Love the AWD qualities of the Eray.Truly makes it a friendly year round interstate cruiser over the ZO6. Doesn’t really need a supercharger or twin turbos but those are aftermarket options with AWD grip/safety. I understand the attraction of the cross plane soundtrack(which I need to hear in person)but to me personally,the traditional V8 sounds better…at least on video. You Tube owners of the ZO6 commented that the Eray inspires more confidence in the real world such as a mountain road unlike the ZO6 which is more track focused and may tend to want to spin/kick it’s rear out occasionally if flogged too hard etc. My personal conundrum is of course the price. It is a performance bargain but is one Eray or ZO6 worth more than 3-4 cars worth approx. 50k(minus mods etc.) A C8 Z51(approx 85k) may be the more practical choice but for 114k base…the Eray with its ZO6 body kit,standard carbon ceramic brakes,magneride etc. for 35-40k more does continue to pull at the heart strings. So…3-4 new or one Retirement play toy? A lot of ICE cars will still be made(manual/auto)up until 2035. I plan on acquiring as many as I can afford before the electric golf carts take over…
Excellent video / review! I've saw quite a few videos on the E-Ray; all were basically the 'same', other than yours. Your's is more of a true real world review, which I loved. 👍
24:18 Swearing? On my family-friendly Topher channel? 😂 Lovely video as always. I might need to look into becoming a "golfist", as it sounds pretty fun.
Do not, I repeat, do NOT watch the daily motor DM review for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Chris says something very "wonderful" while trying to figure out the climate control
The idea of any desirable car being attainable is laughable at best. Want a Porsche 911 GT3 at MSRP? Good luck... Want anything other than a base Corvette especially at MSRP... Good luck. Pretty much if the car is desirable at all and not just a econo box you're not only not getting a deal but you might not even be able to buy one even if you were crazy enough to pay over MSRP for it.
@@Elwyndor Once production picks up and they start releasing more of them it will be fine. Look at how far Z06 prices have dropped since their release.
First video i watched of an e-ray. I love it man! Idk if all c8s have the same features but the front end lift and stealth mode among others are really useful. Had a black 94 lt1 6speed for 10 years but just sold it last November. The targa top much more of a pain to remove with the ratchet lol if i ever get the kinda cash to buy one of these i would. Feel like it handles so well with the awd, especially around corners and fast take offs. way different from my 94 and my dads white 79 stingray with t tops. They just keep getting better.
Never even knew they made this. 🤷♂️ been quite busy doing tiny homes. I’m sure it cost twice that where I live 😅 202k before taxes with medium accessories.
I started out with (i assume) your brother thetopher, not to be mean, but judging by looks, i would not expect you to be the more fun person in the car. This is probably the most fun you will have going to target lmao
Whats really the difference between the E-ray, stingray, Zr1 and Z06???? I assume Stingray is the cheaper version, E-ray is better for daily driving it being awd and z06 and zr1 are more track oriented?
So, after you're done with being in "E' mode using the battery only, do you just short push the start button again to turn it off? I'm a mobile auto detailer and my client just traded his '23 for a new one. I don't know if it's an "E" or not yet, I'll be seeing it Friday and I always hate starting it (his old '23), because it's such a spectacle in the neighborhood and I only need to move it a foot, so I can condition the bottom of the tires. I also don't know the power of the gas pedal and there is an A/C unit about 4 feet in front of it. That's why I don't want to start the engine. I've done it before, but have been nervous about it, because it feels and sounds like I'm in a rocket ship when I'm sitting in it. I clean that long black line of controls on the right every month, but I get bored quick, so I've never taken time to actually look at them to see what they do; after about 8 I don't pay attention...lol. I'd be afraid to drive someone else's car like you do. I'd be afraid it would spin out or something. I do on occasions pick up and deliver cars, but not like this one. My insurance stops at 99K.
I am not saying this as hate, I think this car is awesome, but I am pretty sure the electric motor sound is pumped in over the sound system. Still sounds cool.
Nice review! That stealth mode is an awesome feature! I read a thread (non eray) where the owner feels compelled to do cold starts with the garage door closed (!) and keep it closed… until the car idles down. To avoid irritating the neighbors. Sounds like a risky strategy. That seat being borderline too tight for someone who is essentially a string bean (5’ 11”, 150 lbs) is quite unfortunate for those a bit farther towards the higher end of the Bell curve.
It's killer. I imagine if I was chasing you in my C5 Z06, it would look like the cops in the Blues Brothers or Smokey and the Bandit fishtailing around corners behind you in their boat anchor Chrysler's. But it would be fun. 😅
Yeah, my mind is made up. I'm definitely going to get an E-ray, but I will wait for 2025. It will have to be a convertible, though. And forget the all-season tires. Here in Quebec, we have to change to full winter tires in any case, not that I will use this in the winter, so I will opt for full grip summer tires.
It does have auto start stop, but it's unrelated to the hybrid system. It doesn't set off in EV mode unless you cycle the key again and tell it to be in stealth mode.
@@TopherDrives I'm aware of that, but what I was asking: is there zero power until the engine starts, or will the front electric motors get you off the line before the engine is able to provide power? Or is the engine startup absolutely instant like a Prius, so there isn't any delay?
Somebody please, build this in a 1970 firebird package. Big eagle on hood. I'll sell my liver for one.! Well, my livers probably not worth to much but hey, my left arm is strong!
why cant more normal looking coupes have this future cockpit design, any lexus models or toyota would be so cool. They always make it look so boring, this looks really cool tho.
I wish there was a daily driver focused version that swaps that... what was it 150HP electric motor? with, say, 30-50HP motor, and a lower rate, but higher density battery of say 9kWh. With PHEV option that adds another 2-4kWh in that frunk.
Sounds like sounds pumped through the speakers, specifically that "electric motor" You would hear that no matter how much throttle you gave this thing if it wasn't synthesized.
I remember watching a motorweek reteo vid of them reviewing a 1982 corvette 40-55 mph. And it was 3.2 secs. They said it was very quick. This car does 0-60 MUCH quicker. 2.5 secs. The contrasts is very obvious
I think the 0-60 timer starts just a tad late, but nonetheless it is still around 2.5 seconds and EXTREMELY quick
It's definitely optimistic, but yes, violently quick.
probably starts with the acceleration exceeding a detection threshold rather than when the throttle is pressed or atleast when motion starts. Anyway, magazines use a foot rollout, so the spec is moot w.r.t published values
it does the 1 foot roll out thing all american manufacture (like tesla) like to do.
@@sharlesleglerc whatever the hell THAT is supposed to mean
@@billwillis4402 do u know how to google? “1 foot roll out 0-60”
I love the interior, it’s like sitting in a fighter jet👍🏼
But there is no radar, guns, or missiles.
Except it would make getting road head pretty difficult
Crazy how much hate the car gets for just having an additional motor in the front. It’s literally the closest an average person can get to experiencing a Porsche 918 or McLaren P1 and you still get a big OHV V8. I’ve been lucky enough to drive the stingray quite a bit and this thing looks better, is more efficient and has more power. People are so mad that it’s even possible to get better MPG when 99% of the corvette customer base has a set budget just like everyone else. This thing is crazy and I can’t wait to drive one.
It actually gets the same mpg as the regular corvette. The electric motor is there just for added speed and torque (although it does beat the z06.). Makes people that are getting upset it has an electric motor even sillier. 😂
Literally literal
I’m only annoyed that they use fake electronic motor noises pumped in through speakers and no option to turn it off
@@Crawdoodle indeed indeed
@@Crawdoodle whats the point of that? the electronic noise annoying as hell. Only reason I'm not getting one. Actually getting a C8 delivered in 2 weeks!
Corvette is my dream car. I grew up in the 1990's and always thought Corvette was the coolest. Sure, there was even more beautiful and expensive cars to pick from, but I always went for Corvette, it was so cool, and still is. I hope one day i'll be able to own one.
Corvette is a 9-5 car in US
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Buy a used C4 or C5?
@@frankfirewood5384 This dude needs a 90's-00 GM product like he needs a hole in the head.
The Tron sound the E-Ray makes beautiful.
BARB LEMME GET THE NEW CORVETTE GOBBLESS
GOBBLESS THAT THIS CAR'LL MAKE YER PANTS SHIDDY HWEN YOU SEND IT! ILL TELL YOU HWAT! GOBBLESS!
Damn clibbibs in the road. Gobbless hoss!
HADDALAYERDOWN BORTHER. I HAEV GRAZZ CLIBBINS STUCK IN MY TEETH
@@eddiek8563 SPEKE UP LIBROL
IF IT AINT CHEBBY IT AINT RACIMG GOLBESS HOSSES
I'm extremely impressed at how calculated you were on removing the wrapped from the straw at 26:02 🤣
i do that too lol
I was going to say the same. I do this every time @rtreyk
When you put the top in the trunk. Push it in and it clicks in. You don't want to just set the top in as it can bounce around. If you lightly push the top into those brackets it clicks and locks in. Other than that, that thing is mint!!!
Was looking for this comment, yup just give both of the top corners a firm shove and it locks in
think it's automatic, many newer vehicles have that
where you lightly push in doors and it automatically latches for you
@@m.c8038he’s not talking about the actual trunk. He’s talking about placing the roof in the trunk. The trunk has latches in it that lock the roof in place while it’s in there.
"golfist" is my new favorite word
This car, the E-Ray is Van Halen because it's the Best Of Both Worlds.
Stumbled on this channel randomly- and I am really diging it so far. Keep the good content comming. You really found your own good niche 😊
Love the use of the phrase “ shat on the trunk “ in this upload, much enjoyed
What more I like from this car is its design, its performance, its reliability, its dash, anyway everything about this car.
You did that very well, just like a ride with a friend who wants to show his new car and give a little extra info. There are so much fouls here on UA-cam, laughing at everything GM does or don't do and . . . always adding annoying music. Thank you.
Wow look at that interior. What a place to be!! Gorgeous car.
I believe your intermittent tire noise was our Michigan roads Whitemere and Grandholm ignored. The Ypsilanti sign was a give away.
Love the AWD qualities of the Eray.Truly makes it a friendly year round interstate cruiser over the ZO6. Doesn’t really need a supercharger or twin turbos but those are aftermarket options with AWD grip/safety. I understand the attraction of the cross plane soundtrack(which I need to hear in person)but to me personally,the traditional V8 sounds better…at least on video. You Tube owners of the ZO6 commented that the Eray inspires more confidence in the real world such as a mountain road unlike the ZO6 which is more track focused and may tend to want to spin/kick it’s rear out occasionally if flogged too hard etc. My personal conundrum is of course the price. It is a performance bargain but is one Eray or ZO6 worth more than 3-4 cars worth approx. 50k(minus mods etc.) A C8 Z51(approx 85k) may be the more practical choice but for 114k base…the Eray with its ZO6 body kit,standard carbon ceramic brakes,magneride etc. for 35-40k more does continue to pull at the heart strings. So…3-4 new or one Retirement play toy? A lot of ICE cars will still be made(manual/auto)up until 2035. I plan on acquiring as many as I can afford before the electric golf carts take over…
I do have to say I agree but man that Z06 engine sound is intoxicating. Would love an Eray version with that engine.
Hate clibbins, love Barb.
SPEAK UP LIBRUL
I love dinosaurs, dragons, and reptiles, so this really hits home for me.
It's freaking a head turner. I would just tweak the looks and boom ...🎉🎉🎉
One of the most impressive things about this video is probably how you unwrapped and put that straw in
Legit thought I was watching a video game when you launched.
Very impressive, though I wouldn't say 595 to 630 is "grossly underrated".
The consistency is incredible.
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 2024 ... Corvette C8 is a Supercar
This was one of the best vids I've seen of this beast thank you bro. This is my next car and loved this vid
Man I did not realize how cool these are
TOPHER DRIVES? I BARELY KNOW THE GUY (I wish I did)
Tedward mention 😱
Excellent video / review! I've saw quite a few videos on the E-Ray; all were basically the 'same', other than yours. Your's is more of a true real world review, which I loved. 👍
You know what everyone??? The best cars are built in America.
doubts. The craziest ones for sure though.
jokes😂
24:18 Swearing? On my family-friendly Topher channel? 😂
Lovely video as always. I might need to look into becoming a "golfist", as it sounds pretty fun.
Do not, I repeat, do NOT watch the daily motor DM review for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Chris says something very "wonderful" while trying to figure out the climate control
One of the best attainable sport car to date.
The idea of any desirable car being attainable is laughable at best. Want a Porsche 911 GT3 at MSRP? Good luck... Want anything other than a base Corvette especially at MSRP... Good luck. Pretty much if the car is desirable at all and not just a econo box you're not only not getting a deal but you might not even be able to buy one even if you were crazy enough to pay over MSRP for it.
@@Elwyndor Once production picks up and they start releasing more of them it will be fine. Look at how far Z06 prices have dropped since their release.
"attainable"
$100k, no financially responsible human should be purchasing this unless they're clearing $300-400k+ a year.
Thanks. Great to see Michigan. Miss it sometimes
That cockpit looks perfect for the driver!
This will be the only way for me to enjoy this car.
It's like freaking year 2300 this sound is sick !
Keep bringing this day-in-life vids. Love to see the daily drives ❤❤
I love this car. Its super beautiful
corvette is my dream car
The roof snaps into the mounts in the trunk to help hold it in place too!
MOTDOR
WHAT A MACHINE
channeling Clarkson lol
First video i watched of an e-ray. I love it man! Idk if all c8s have the same features but the front end lift and stealth mode among others are really useful. Had a black 94 lt1 6speed for 10 years but just sold it last November. The targa top much more of a pain to remove with the ratchet lol if i ever get the kinda cash to buy one of these i would. Feel like it handles so well with the awd, especially around corners and fast take offs. way different from my 94 and my dads white 79 stingray with t tops. They just keep getting better.
Comes in convertible for xtra 8k I believe
It’s weird watching someone on UA-cam driving around Ypsilanti, MI. Keep up the good work.
I DON NEED NO GODDAMN EELECTRIC BATERY, BACK IN MY DAY MY SPORT MODE WAS DOWNSHIFTING TO 2ND. GOBBLESS
a driver focused infotainment is really the only easy way to use a touchscreen in a car imo
Corvette. Make grocery shopping great again 😅
Never even knew they made this. 🤷♂️ been quite busy doing tiny homes. I’m sure it cost twice that where I live 😅 202k before taxes with medium accessories.
Seeing that thing turn in roundabouts at 30-45 mph is insane.
I love interior it like sitting in a fighter jet 👍
Good review of practical aspects. Not just track.
Wow, very nice review, dude! I have a sweet 2001 C5, but I might need one of these babies now! Great work!
I know the video is a bit old and you might not see it but huge respect for the owner or you to whoever listened to Lil Peep on Spotify!
5:50 I have a c8, you’re suppose to click the roof in place brother, otherwise it’ll scratch/damage the roof 😅
Let's hope he doesn't drift and that thing goes flying out 💀
Remember the motor is the electric one, the gas burner is an engine.
With AWD I want to see a winter test.. Different tires and out in the snow…
I started out with (i assume) your brother thetopher, not to be mean, but judging by looks, i would not expect you to be the more fun person in the car. This is probably the most fun you will have going to target lmao
Those front cameras are amazing!
Whats really the difference between the E-ray, stingray, Zr1 and Z06???? I assume Stingray is the cheaper version, E-ray is better for daily driving it being awd and z06 and zr1 are more track oriented?
yes mate. bearing in mind the current situation with sales of this cars, it definitely needs to be advertised..
I was just waiting to watch your video on it. Glad it's out
I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone put their turn signals on to go through a roundabout before.. that one’s new 🥴🥴🥴
I like the wat the roof goes on. Way better than my 86.
The extra color matching on some of the trim and vents makes it look like someone got carried away with the spraypaint or plastidip.
Don't really care about the hybridization, but I am interested in the AWD. Can't wait to see a winter test.
the awd on this has me sold
I thought I'd like the body colored wish bone more but I think the black accent makes it more interesting
Wow is this thing crazy. So cool. I do like the look of the c7 better, but this thing is crazy cool with all those crazy electronics
Amazing Car! Thanks for sharing.
Might consider getting a Grandsport further down the line once they depreciate a good bit. Love this model
Yo I live right there off Ecorse road in Ypsilanti 😂😂😂 no way, so random!
That’s cool.. so you’re obviously from south east Michigan.. that’s cool!
So, after you're done with being in "E' mode using the battery only, do you just short push the start button again to turn it off? I'm a mobile auto detailer and my client just traded his '23 for a new one. I don't know if it's an "E" or not yet, I'll be seeing it Friday and I always hate starting it (his old '23), because it's such a spectacle in the neighborhood and I only need to move it a foot, so I can condition the bottom of the tires. I also don't know the power of the gas pedal and there is an A/C unit about 4 feet in front of it. That's why I don't want to start the engine. I've done it before, but have been nervous about it, because it feels and sounds like I'm in a rocket ship when I'm sitting in it.
I clean that long black line of controls on the right every month, but I get bored quick, so I've never taken time to actually look at them to see what they do; after about 8 I don't pay attention...lol. I'd be afraid to drive someone else's car like you do. I'd be afraid it would spin out or something. I do on occasions pick up and deliver cars, but not like this one. My insurance stops at 99K.
Both interior and exterior look like they were thrown by a committee of C+ hires.
I am not saying this as hate, I think this car is awesome, but I am pretty sure the electric motor sound is pumped in over the sound system. Still sounds cool.
Nice review!
That stealth mode is an awesome feature! I read a thread (non eray) where the owner feels compelled to do cold starts with the garage door closed (!) and keep it closed… until the car idles down. To avoid irritating the neighbors. Sounds like a risky strategy.
That seat being borderline too tight for someone who is essentially a string bean (5’ 11”, 150 lbs) is quite unfortunate for those a bit farther towards the higher end of the Bell curve.
It's beautiful.
I just wish it looked more like a classic car than a Liberty Walk body kit.
I personally Vomited after launching the Z06 back to back to back 🤣
It's killer. I imagine if I was chasing you in my C5 Z06, it would look like the cops in the Blues Brothers or Smokey and the Bandit fishtailing around corners behind you in their boat anchor Chrysler's. But it would be fun. 😅
it's such a sick car 🔥🔥
A nice video. I'm excited to be seeing my 1st C8 tomorrow. They are a rare car in UK.
I can tell you’re in Michigan bc of the roads lmao. The same roads I go down everyday.
Yeah, my mind is made up. I'm definitely going to get an E-ray, but I will wait for 2025. It will have to be a convertible, though. And forget the all-season tires. Here in Quebec, we have to change to full winter tires in any case, not that I will use this in the winter, so I will opt for full grip summer tires.
That's a man dream car 🔥
Does the engine shut off when you come to a stop, and can you creep away in EV while the engine is starting?
It does have auto start stop, but it's unrelated to the hybrid system. It doesn't set off in EV mode unless you cycle the key again and tell it to be in stealth mode.
@@TopherDrives I'm aware of that, but what I was asking: is there zero power until the engine starts, or will the front electric motors get you off the line before the engine is able to provide power? Or is the engine startup absolutely instant like a Prius, so there isn't any delay?
I can never get used to that square-ish steering 'wheel'.😂
I can't believe GM decided to keep that infamous cylinder deactivation on a damn hybrid!
MPGs
my favorite C8, yes over a z06. what a sick car
I was curious about the switch from electric to V8
Should've stopped by that gm plant & let me see the e ray on brake lol
Somebody please, build this in a 1970 firebird package. Big eagle on hood. I'll sell my liver for one.! Well, my livers probably not worth to much but hey, my left arm is strong!
Cars are still made in America!!
I thought the ERAY was a full EV! I'd actually consider getting one. Same concept as an F1 or LeMans car with hybrid power.
Best low level supercar for under $600K! American made too!
My cheap del sol had a manual roof. For something this expensive, it should do it for you. I said it.
Gonna be tough packing that 'vette with stuff from Costco. LOL
why cant more normal looking coupes have this future cockpit design, any lexus models or toyota would be so cool. They always make it look so boring, this looks really cool tho.
i'm 6'3 around 245-250 and it felt comfy to me
I wish there was a daily driver focused version that swaps that... what was it 150HP electric motor? with, say, 30-50HP motor, and a lower rate, but higher density battery of say 9kWh. With PHEV option that adds another 2-4kWh in that frunk.
Sounds like sounds pumped through the speakers, specifically that "electric motor" You would hear that no matter how much throttle you gave this thing if it wasn't synthesized.
I remember watching a motorweek reteo vid of them reviewing a 1982 corvette 40-55 mph. And it was 3.2 secs. They said it was very quick. This car does 0-60 MUCH quicker. 2.5 secs. The contrasts is very obvious
How much was this? Is it better than a standard cover