First rendering of the 2014 C7 Corvette
11-16-11, 06:50 PM
#20
Lexus Champion
I'm sure the final rendition will have the classic tail light shape.
Overall a pretty nice effort.
Article to go with it...
http://jalopnik.com/5858683/exclusiv...chevy-corvette
http://jalopnik.com/5858683/exclusiv...chevy-corvette
The exclusive images you see here, derived from hours spent secretly poring over the sheetmetal of two seventh-generation Corvettes, show the next step in the supercar's iconic evolution. These aren't photos, but this is absolutely the next-generation Chevy Corvette in ZR1 trim. GM so doesn't want you to see these.
Love it or hate it, the Chevrolet Corvette is an American icon. For most of its 60 years, the 'Vette's shown that a commodity-focused U.S. automaker can confound expectations and compete with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini. The seventh-generation Corvette — or C7 Corvette — as fan-boys and GM insiders call it — is designed to further confound those expectations.
These renderings were derived from hours this weekend I (and our designer) spent in secret, poring over the completely uncamouflaged "sheetmetal" of two versions of the next-gen Corvette. With limited time, we decided to, rather than show you the first one, a base level Corvette, we focused our rendering efforts instead on the high-performance ZR1 trim level.
None of our sources were willing to go on the record or allow me to run their name for fear they might lose their jobs. That's also why I'm showing renderings rather than actual photos — I don't care if it might cast doubt on the veracity of the styling — but I didn't want anyone losing their job over this.
That said, we showed these images to three different sources at General Motors — and all three confirmed that the images you see here accurately portray the ZR1 trim level for the seventh-generation Corvette. A fourth source — a non-GM employee — confirmed that the vehicle we show here is one of two Initial Vehicle Engineering Release (IVER) vehicles that's been making the rounds at the Milford Proving Grounds.
The ZR1 trim level is expected to come out later than the base model Corvette — which is slated for a 2014 model year and a reveal at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show.
At first glance, you think this is nothing more than an evolutionary change to America's supercar. But give it a second for that initial enormously deceiving glance to dissipate into a double-take. The changes — like the very Camaro-esque rear taillights, the over-exaggerated side vents, and a new window in the rear quarter — will be absolutely polarizing to any Corvette fan-boy. And other items — like a split-rear window, a la the Corvette Stingray, won't make it into production.
11-16-11, 06:51 PM
#21
I hate critiquing renderings. You never know how close it is to the real deal.
Since there is information saying this is the real deal, I will say I like it. I like the Camaro style tails. It is time for a change and the Camaro style is so cool. I like the vents, giving the car more of an exotic flair...as long as they are functional. It has more pizzaz than the current Vette and that's a good thing to me.
If the interior is better, it's all good.
Since there is information saying this is the real deal, I will say I like it. I like the Camaro style tails. It is time for a change and the Camaro style is so cool. I like the vents, giving the car more of an exotic flair...as long as they are functional. It has more pizzaz than the current Vette and that's a good thing to me.
If the interior is better, it's all good.
Last edited by Ice350; 11-16-11 at 07:01 PM.
09-28-12, 09:15 AM
#24
Lexus Fanatic
It does look good, IMO, (and I don't see anything wrong with the Camaro taillights), but, from the basic looks, it seems like they once again put off the long-awaited mid-engine design. They keep talking about it, but never actually do it. The excuse last time was that GM's impending bankrupcy denied them the development funds....wonder what the excuse is this time? :huh:
09-28-12, 09:27 AM
#26
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http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c7-g...more-info.html
New engines are called LTx, like in the C4.
They will be DI with the LT1 having around what the LS3 makes now.
The LT4 will have 586hp and intro'd in 2015
7 speed manual
Info system like Cadillac CUE
Flat bottom wheel
Targa still available
Heated/cooled seats available
LED ambient lighting
Digital tach
Fixed quarter windows
Lightest Corvette in modern history
New engines are called LTx, like in the C4.
They will be DI with the LT1 having around what the LS3 makes now.
The LT4 will have 586hp and intro'd in 2015
7 speed manual
Info system like Cadillac CUE
Flat bottom wheel
Targa still available
Heated/cooled seats available
LED ambient lighting
Digital tach
Fixed quarter windows
Lightest Corvette in modern history
