I have the HTC version of that exact car. I’ve had it now for 2 years and 10 000 miles, I’m surprised at your comments about rough ride and noisy. I find it surprising comfortable and quiet on the highway. My pregnant wife chose it for a 5 hour drive over our suv or BMW for comfort, and we live in “horrible roads Canada”. BTW since the C8 was launched there were haters out there predicting terrible quality issues to follow. I know there have been some identified issues, but my car has been 100% flawless. It is my first American car, I was always a Porsche guy, but I love this thing.
GM took a sports car and added luxury to it. My 2LT is very quiet and if I need shopping room I use my truck. For me this car rides like a magic carpet. I paid for the enhanced exhaust and it sounds like a beast., especially in Z mode.
Agreed if you want to have the extra "creature comforts" otherwise if you just want an extremely fun and fast vehicle for as cheap as you can get, 1LT is just fine for that.
My 2022 is the 2LT. It’s quiet cruising, comfortable, and a joy to drive. The exhaust note is great as well. It does have seated seats and steering wheel. I don’t think you could or should expect more from a very base model automobile. I would certainly recommend the 2LT over the 1LT. However I don’t see real value in the 3LT. My last thought. I would not spend the money on the Z51 package unless you plan on seriously tracking the car. If you are going to track the car then the Z51 package is a MUST have option. Cheers!
Picked up my c8 in Dallas over the weekend. Everywhere I go, someone will tell me, "Nice car!" On Sunday night on a mountain-type road between Moab and Salt Lake coming around a corner at highway speed I encountered two deer standing in the middle of the road. The Z51 brakes handled it no problem. Still came within less than 12 inches of hitting one of them, but it was a very short stopping distance and I purposefully did not lock up the brakes or skid.
Just bought a 2023 Corvette C8 convertible 1LT. Agree with you about the blind spots. Every C8 should have blind spot monitoring. Not just 2 and 3 LT. Fortunately mines a convertible so it has roof camera rear view mirror. That helps a lot. Otherwise it is best corvette ever made.
New C8 owner learning & finding his way. You did a fabulous job on this video, and in fact I'm meeting you for the first! Keep up the good work, and yes, sell the Hellcat.✌
Not sure what roads you are driving on but here in Wisconsin, our roads aren't very good and I think my '21 C8 is the most comfortable riding car I've ever been in. My wife and I LOVE taking it on long road trips. It's comfortable and so usable considering the performance it has and how great it looks!
I own a 2023 C8 and a 2019 Scat Pack Widebody pushing 1200 HP with twin Hellion turbos. Sell your Hellcat the C8 is a completely unique driving experience light years beyond and other!!
I have a 3LT C8, and with the exception of the screen size which I agree is a little small, literally every other thing you hate is eliminated: interior sound, blind spot monitoring, heated seats/steering wheel, ride quality, and exhaust note (optional sport exhaust from the factory). So... ?
Keep in mind that this is a sports car through and through. It's not suppose to be a luxury car, being that this car has next to no options and is the LT1 base model, it's more for the entry level or go fast crowd. If you would like the car to be faster, order the Z51, ZO6 or ZR1 package, if you would like it a bit louder, order the performance exhaust, a bit better handling, get the mag ride. You need to test a LT3 convertible, they are much quieter with the engine being covered and sealed. To me a true sports car will have no options at all, no AC, no heated anything, no GPS, nothing that adds weight and slows the car down. Just huge brakes, big power, a lot of down force and a bunch of grip. I have driven three C8 Corvettes, two coupes and a convertible I was very impressed with both. I have a 200 series Land Cruiser that I might sell just to buy myself a nice used C8.
The passenger doesn’t need to control or see anything. The passenger just needs to sit back and relax. The navigation is overrated especially if you have Apple car play or android auto.
They did a good job with this car. Found myself next to @thestradman New Yellow C8 Z06 last night on the way to Thanksgiving Point.... James took one glance over at my charger scatpack, stomped the gas and went bye bye 😂
Good review. I disagree with you on the maps complaint. Nobody today uses navigation from auto manufacturers because Google Maps is far superior to any of them. Why pay for factory nav when you have better navigation in your pocket?
Great video bro keep up the great work, hope you had a awesome thanksgiving too with your family, that corvette is nice I like the color but it wouldn’t be for me too little ain’t no room for shopping 🛍️ lmao but it is a eye catcher tho. I wouldn’t sell no hellcat for it though, but awesome detail video happy holidays God Bless
Appreciate it much man! Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving as well! And yes it is definitely a lot tighter than a Hellcat. But like you said, it is a looker! 👀
@@SchwayZ yeah but the hellcat is the hellcat always going to get looks especially that loud engine that’s the best thing and now hellcats going to be more rare
While the cool things about the car are obvious, the little screen and lack of blind spot monitoring are unbelievable especially for a car that’s hard to look out of. Neither is an issue in non-performance cars that cost half as much. You never get more than what you pay for.
Yeah on the one hand you get performance that rivals supercars but on the other hand you don't have some of the basic amenities of cars at the same price point. You cant have your cake and eat it too. Fortunately you can get those features on the 2LT for around 75k which is still really good bang for your buck in terms of performance and amenities
@@Crankshaft232 Nahh, C8 is way nicer, especially the interior. I know this because I own a 2023 C8 1LT with the Z51 package and the C7 does not look better at all, not even close.
Stupidest comment ever. Imagine being hit head on in any vehicle. Are you crushed by the engine? Rarely but if you want one and can’t have one just say that
You bought the cheapest C8 which is a 1LT. Come on bro you can’t buy a C8 then complain about how much the oil change cost. You know you was suppose to by a 2LT with heated and cool seats, blind spot monitoring. Along with the rear view camera, I’ve spent 12.5 on upgrades which came up to 72.5 out the door. Only thing wrong with the C8 imo on long road trip you need to get out and stretch. Feel like you’re laying on the floor.
I didn't buy it bud. Just reviewing a 1LT. I'm merely stating that for 60k on other cars you will get those other features so that people will know whether they should upgrade to higher trims or not depending on what they want
@Avon2Alpha I bet you my 1LT 23 HTC cost more than your lil 2LT coupe. Calm down tough guy, it all comes down to preference, some of us have the money but prefer to spend it wisely on the things that matters most to us like a HTC and added performance instead of heated and cooled seats 🤭.
I have the HTC version of that exact car. I’ve had it now for 2 years and 10 000 miles, I’m surprised at your comments about rough ride and noisy. I find it surprising comfortable and quiet on the highway. My pregnant wife chose it for a 5 hour drive over our suv or BMW for comfort, and we live in “horrible roads Canada”. BTW since the C8 was launched there were haters out there predicting terrible quality issues to follow. I know there have been some identified issues, but my car has been 100% flawless. It is my first American car, I was always a Porsche guy, but I love this thing.
Proving once again that Canucks are almost always on their game! ( Young Boomers especially)✌
GM took a sports car and added luxury to it. My 2LT is very quiet and if I need shopping room I use my truck. For me this car rides like a magic carpet. I paid for the enhanced exhaust and it sounds like a beast., especially in Z mode.
Awesome! Glad you're loving it!
2LT is the way to go and you the camera mirror and a lot more
Gotta go 2LT or 3LT
Agreed if you want to have the extra "creature comforts" otherwise if you just want an extremely fun and fast vehicle for as cheap as you can get, 1LT is just fine for that.
My 2022 is the 2LT. It’s quiet cruising, comfortable, and a joy to drive. The exhaust note is great as well. It does have seated seats and steering wheel. I don’t think you could or should expect more from a very base model automobile. I would certainly recommend the 2LT over the 1LT. However I don’t see real value in the 3LT. My last thought. I would not spend the money on the Z51 package unless you plan on seriously tracking the car. If you are going to track the car then the Z51 package is a MUST have option. Cheers!
I also have a 2LT and agree that this is the way to go.
I have a 2023 1LT with the Z51 package and I love it.
Picked up my c8 in Dallas over the weekend. Everywhere I go, someone will tell me, "Nice car!" On Sunday night on a mountain-type road between Moab and Salt Lake coming around a corner at highway speed I encountered two deer standing in the middle of the road. The Z51 brakes handled it no problem. Still came within less than 12 inches of hitting one of them, but it was a very short stopping distance and I purposefully did not lock up the brakes or skid.
Wow close call! Glad you avoided that! Enjoy the sweet ride!
Corvette beats the Hellcat in all categories except Horsepower and Theft Rate!! Lol
Just bought a 2023 Corvette C8 convertible 1LT. Agree with you about the blind spots. Every C8 should have blind spot monitoring. Not just 2 and 3 LT. Fortunately mines a convertible so it has roof camera rear view mirror. That helps a lot. Otherwise it is best corvette ever made.
The convertible looks so sweet!
Same, I ordered a 1LT HTC as well. I’ve been at 3000 status for 2 months now😅
New C8 owner learning & finding his way. You did a fabulous job on this video, and in fact I'm meeting you for the first! Keep up the good work, and yes, sell the Hellcat.✌
Not sure what roads you are driving on but here in Wisconsin, our roads aren't very good and I think my '21 C8 is the most comfortable riding car I've ever been in. My wife and I LOVE taking it on long road trips. It's comfortable and so usable considering the performance it has and how great it looks!
Get a 2LT HTC with performance exhaust and whining. I am 75 yo and love my C8.
Two words to the roughness....magnetic ride. Smooth as any car.
I own a 2023 C8 and a 2019 Scat Pack Widebody pushing 1200 HP with twin Hellion turbos. Sell your Hellcat the C8 is a completely unique driving experience light years beyond and other!!
I have a 3LT C8, and with the exception of the screen size which I agree is a little small, literally every other thing you hate is eliminated: interior sound, blind spot monitoring, heated seats/steering wheel, ride quality, and exhaust note (optional sport exhaust from the factory). So... ?
For the map, you can add it on the 1LT trim as well which comes with the PDR.
Keep in mind that this is a sports car through and through. It's not suppose to be a luxury car, being that this car has next to no options and is the LT1 base model, it's more for the entry level or go fast crowd. If you would like the car to be faster, order the Z51, ZO6 or ZR1 package, if you would like it a bit louder, order the performance exhaust, a bit better handling, get the mag ride. You need to test a LT3 convertible, they are much quieter with the engine being covered and sealed. To me a true sports car will have no options at all, no AC, no heated anything, no GPS, nothing that adds weight and slows the car down. Just huge brakes, big power, a lot of down force and a bunch of grip. I have driven three C8 Corvettes, two coupes and a convertible I was very impressed with both. I have a 200 series Land Cruiser that I might sell just to buy myself a nice used C8.
The passenger doesn’t need to control or see anything. The passenger just needs to sit back and relax. The navigation is overrated especially if you have Apple car play or android auto.
Love my 23' C8.... NOTHING to hate about....
Awesome car love it!
you cant compare a base model corvette to a hellcat for comfort. i guarantee you don't have magneride which would help make it a smoother ride
Would you happen to know the exact color scheme/specs the owner made for this specific customer? It looks great!
Unfortunately I don't know the exact build. I know it was a 1LT without additional options but I don't have the monroney
I'm trying to make a choice between the hellcat jailbreak in the c8 Corvette stingray z51
Dodges are ugly....C8' all the way.
They did a good job with this car. Found myself next to @thestradman New Yellow C8 Z06 last night on the way to Thanksgiving Point.... James took one glance over at my charger scatpack, stomped the gas and went bye bye 😂
Haha yeah his Z06 is insane! The c8 overall is a great vehicle
Good review. I disagree with you on the maps complaint. Nobody today uses navigation from auto manufacturers because Google Maps is far superior to any of them. Why pay for factory nav when you have better navigation in your pocket?
Great video bro keep up the great work, hope you had a awesome thanksgiving too with your family, that corvette is nice I like the color but it wouldn’t be for me too little ain’t no room for shopping 🛍️ lmao but it is a eye catcher tho. I wouldn’t sell no hellcat for it though, but awesome detail video happy holidays God Bless
Appreciate it much man! Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving as well! And yes it is definitely a lot tighter than a Hellcat. But like you said, it is a looker! 👀
@@SchwayZ yeah but the hellcat is the hellcat always going to get looks especially that loud engine that’s the best thing and now hellcats going to be more rare
Yeah totally! There will be more versions of the C8. Not more of the hellcat unfortunately
@@SchwayZ yeah but I feel these dodges will sit on the lots soon cause soon as people stop paying mark up they will drop,
@@CraytonTv I hope so man. Prices for all cars need to come down
Is that the Stingray version? Thanks!
It is! All C8s are still called the Stingrays. I think they brought it back in 2014 for the C7
I love that it looks like a Ferrari or Lamborghini with having to pay 300 thousand and up
Agreed!
Beautiful Car !!!
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
The map is not a deal at all. Most people will use Android Auto
What color is this sir?
What year corvette is this
It’s a 2014 Stingray Corvette
@@videogazer801😂😂😂
While the cool things about the car are obvious, the little screen and lack of blind spot monitoring are unbelievable especially for a car that’s hard to look out of. Neither is an issue in non-performance cars that cost half as much. You never get more than what you pay for.
Yeah on the one hand you get performance that rivals supercars but on the other hand you don't have some of the basic amenities of cars at the same price point. You cant have your cake and eat it too. Fortunately you can get those features on the 2LT for around 75k which is still really good bang for your buck in terms of performance and amenities
C8 beats a hellcat 0-60 and in the quarter mile.....you said hellcat wld smoke it???
you need a spoiler bro.
8 inches is a lot man... even 1 5/8 is a decent bit
8in 2023 isn’t enough. 😂
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I love the C8 but i prefer the C7
C7 is also beautiful! Out of curiosity, what is your reasoning?
Because it looks better and also the ZO6 version of c7 has a crossplain V8
@@Crankshaft232 ALL C7s have a crossplane V8. Lol
@@casmithc2 Yeah i know, i didn't need your feedback
@@Crankshaft232 Nahh, C8 is way nicer, especially the interior. I know this because I own a 2023 C8 1LT with the Z51 package and the C7 does not look better at all, not even close.
Think you need to stick to your hellcat as you keep comparing it to that.
This or the i4 M50?
Ooo that's a tough one! Personally I'd take the c8 because I don't need rear seats and 4 doors but both are really fun and super quick!
You bought a stripped down model what do you expect
😂😂😂
You cant find this car 1LT for less than 89k
Imagine getting rear ended on this C8 say goodbye to you being crushed by the mid-engine.
Stupidest comment ever. Imagine being hit head on in any vehicle. Are you crushed by the engine? Rarely but if you want one and can’t have one just say that
You bought the cheapest C8 which is a 1LT. Come on bro you can’t buy a C8 then complain about how much the oil change cost. You know you was suppose to by a 2LT with heated and cool seats, blind spot monitoring. Along with the rear view camera, I’ve spent 12.5 on upgrades which came up to 72.5 out the door. Only thing wrong with the C8 imo on long road trip you need to get out and stretch. Feel like you’re laying on the floor.
I didn't buy it bud. Just reviewing a 1LT. I'm merely stating that for 60k on other cars you will get those other features so that people will know whether they should upgrade to higher trims or not depending on what they want
@Avon2Alpha I bet you my 1LT 23 HTC cost more than your lil 2LT coupe. Calm down tough guy, it all comes down to preference, some of us have the money but prefer to spend it wisely on the things that matters most to us like a HTC and added performance instead of heated and cooled seats 🤭.
There’s now wang… 😢
Your negatives are noted,,,but do NOT agee w yuo,,,,for a 100K car,,,i think we are fine...quit complaining !!!!!
Beautiful car!!