A cool GM promotional video showcasing some mechanical aspects the 1984 Corvette. Included are some cool scenes from the assembly line and some body off the chassis shots.
Here's a suggestion: How about you C4 haters go troll somewhere else. If you don't like the car, go talk to people who care. Hint hint: People watching this video LIKE the C4 Corvette, so this isn't a smart place to start. (Who knew?!) Your contributions to this conversation are as useful as a helmet in a barber shop. Shoo fly.
Why is the C4 hated on. I can tell you what my theory is. It is because it was released in the 80's - 90's when Euro cars tricked down to the masses and became the cars to wish for. Unfortunately most of society doesn't have the ability to like more than one thing at a time. So they feel the need to hate anything American and love everything Euro. The C4 falls right in that time pocket. Those dads have preached it to their kids and the "reviewers" of today follow that same model. Great car it just doesn't get the respect it really deserves.
Everyone gives C4 a bad wrap for being boring and slow. This video is one of the many examples that proves GM really wanted to reinvent the Corvette. The C3's chassis and drivetrain was initially carried over from the C2, easly 60s technology. It's apparent that GM was focused extremely on performance versus looks with the C4 and really wanted to make something classic and sporty. Despite the hate, the C4 is arguably one of the more innovative Corvette generations and for that reason, it should be respected for what it was.
I have a new Mustang GT and an 86 Corvette. Although the Mustang is obviously awesome in every way I still don't get the feeling I get when I'm driving the Vette. When the lease is up un the pony car I'll get something else interesting, but I'll always keep the Vette.
Stepping out from a modern sports car into a C4 is a but a revelation. Newer cars have isolated the driver from the road so much so that there is not a lot of 'feel' coming through the car. C4's communicate with he driver VERY well. You sit 'in' the car and become part of it, it becomes a part of you. Dave McClellan and his team on engineers had a lot of pent up frustration from years of Corvette neglect and built a no compromise car as a result. These are very well (hand) built cars that would cost a fortune to product today.
I have the Z 51. It is extremely unforgiving but you cannot beat the handling. You can tell the difference in the vettes that have the Z51 and the ones that don't by doing a simple test. Toss a dime in the road, run over it, it you can tell if its heads or tails you have the Z51 handling package. ;-)
Thanks for posting. I remember as a kid, my neighbors dad got one of the first 1984 Corvettes. I loved that car, the look, the sound, think that was the car that started my love for cars. Good times.
Took mine through windy hills and up into the mountains today. Held up pretty good with the rest of traffic, hugs corners and has a shit load of power. FUN FUN FUN, and white c4's look great.
Really cool video. I've been driving my 85 Z51 for 20 years and it is still fun to drive and gets compliments. Last year I replaced the stock TPI with a Lingenfelter Super Ram and it pulls even harder at higher RPMs. I'm running Edelbrock heads and Comp roller rockers. I also swapped out the 4 plus 3 for a TKO600 five speed. This car is so balanced and simple. Most reliable best car I have ever owned. I can afford to buy a new Corvette, but as long as this thing still puts a smile on my face I am keeping it.
I have a 1986 with the Z51 handling package and I love it! The steering is so tight and quick. The l98 acceleration is very quick! I know it isn't that fast by modern standards but still very peppy. It will roast the tires from a stop no problem. I'm very impressed at how the car has aged. Yes it has squeaks and rattles from being over 30 years old but it still feels solid and gives me confidence everytime I drive it. The weird 80s quirks are very cool to me. Personally I like the 80s digital dash and also the cornering lights that come on when you switch on the turn signal. It lights up the road a little better where you're turning. They put a lot of innovation into this car that still holds up today. Sure I think the c3 is a sexier body style but this Corvette definitley isn't ugly. It's a lot quicker than the c3s ever were anyways.
Hello, I live in Brazil and only now, with 30 years of life that we can import the C4. I got one made in January 1984 and should be receiving it in March 2014. I look forward to welcome you. Tenh sure did a great buy.
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Here's a suggestion: How about you C4 haters go troll somewhere else. If you don't like the car, go talk to people who care. Hint hint: People watching this video LIKE the C4 Corvette, so this isn't a smart place to start. (Who knew?!) Your contributions to this conversation are as useful as a helmet in a barber shop. Shoo fly.
Why is the C4 hated on. I can tell you what my theory is. It is because it was released in the 80's - 90's when Euro cars tricked down to the masses and became the cars to wish for. Unfortunately most of society doesn't have the ability to like more than one thing at a time. So they feel the need to hate anything American and love everything Euro. The C4 falls right in that time pocket. Those dads have preached it to their kids and the "reviewers" of today follow that same model. Great car it just doesn't get the respect it really deserves.
Everyone gives C4 a bad wrap for being boring and slow. This video is one of the many examples that proves GM really wanted to reinvent the Corvette. The C3's chassis and drivetrain was initially carried over from the C2, easly 60s technology. It's apparent that GM was focused extremely on performance versus looks with the C4 and really wanted to make something classic and sporty. Despite the hate, the C4 is arguably one of the more innovative Corvette generations and for that reason, it should be respected for what it was.
Stock 1984 Corvette = Best Car In Existence
I have the Z 51 handling package on my 84. It's incredible even after 28 years!!
Hands down the best car to come out of GM in the 1980's...
I still love my 85 after 28 years!
I have owned 84,86 and a 95 best cars ever owned
84 is my favorite year .... The Crossfire is dead solid reliable .... fast for its time ... 0 to 60 in 6.7
I have a new Mustang GT and an 86 Corvette. Although the Mustang is obviously awesome in every way I still don't get the feeling I get when I'm driving the Vette. When the lease is up un the pony car I'll get something else interesting, but I'll always keep the Vette.
Stepping out from a modern sports car into a C4 is a but a revelation. Newer cars have isolated the driver from the road so much so that there is not a lot of 'feel' coming through the car. C4's communicate with he driver VERY well. You sit 'in' the car and become part of it, it becomes a part of you. Dave McClellan and his team on engineers had a lot of pent up frustration from years of Corvette neglect and built a no compromise car as a result. These are very well (hand) built cars that would cost a fortune to product today.
fell in love with the c4 as a kid the first time i saw the commercial on the tv, ive owned mine for 20 years already
Best car ever.
I have the Z 51. It is extremely unforgiving but you cannot beat the handling. You can tell the difference in the vettes that have the Z51 and the ones that don't by doing a simple test. Toss a dime in the road, run over it, it you can tell if its heads or tails you have the Z51 handling package. ;-)
Thanks for posting. I remember as a kid, my neighbors dad got one of the first 1984 Corvettes. I loved that car, the look, the sound, think that was the car that started my love for cars. Good times.
Took mine through windy hills and up into the mountains today. Held up pretty good with the rest of traffic, hugs corners and has a shit load of power. FUN FUN FUN, and white c4's look great.
The C7 is my favorite Vette but I think the C4 is the best looking of them all. Beautiful timeless design.
Really cool video. I've been driving my 85 Z51 for 20 years and it is still fun to drive and gets compliments. Last year I replaced the stock TPI with a Lingenfelter Super Ram and it pulls even harder at higher RPMs. I'm running Edelbrock heads and Comp roller rockers. I also swapped out the 4 plus 3 for a TKO600 five speed. This car is so balanced and simple. Most reliable best car I have ever owned. I can afford to buy a new Corvette, but as long as this thing still puts a smile on my face I am keeping it.
I have a 1986 with the Z51 handling package and I love it! The steering is so tight and quick. The l98 acceleration is very quick! I know it isn't that fast by modern standards but still very peppy. It will roast the tires from a stop no problem. I'm very impressed at how the car has aged. Yes it has squeaks and rattles from being over 30 years old but it still feels solid and gives me confidence everytime I drive it. The weird 80s quirks are very cool to me. Personally I like the 80s digital dash and also the cornering lights that come on when you switch on the turn signal. It lights up the road a little better where you're turning. They put a lot of innovation into this car that still holds up today. Sure I think the c3 is a sexier body style but this Corvette definitley isn't ugly. It's a lot quicker than the c3s ever were anyways.
Hello, I live in Brazil and only now, with 30 years of life that we can import the C4. I got one made in January 1984 and should be receiving it in March 2014. I look forward to welcome you. Tenh sure did a great buy.