2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 - Road Test - CAR and DRIVER

Our first test of the all-new C7!
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[@sfoaviation]

The C7 looks timeless! Still can't believe it came out 8 years ago

[@MultiNutterbutter]

this is by far the best exhaust note I've ever heard on ANY car that I've seen... nothing comes close. its nice, subtle, yet loud and has a good tone. amazing that this is an american production car. :D

[@Ananian77]

+Azaria Abebe TRY listening to a maserati gt mc

[@luismartinez2596]

Or any v10 ever

[@phantasmagoric3934]

LFA enters the chat.

[@TWHISPERER]

Finally, a video that really let's us hear the engine and pipes loud and clear. That engine on the Stingray is even louder than i thought it was.

[@brandonwade9761]

i will never ever hear any thing that sounded as good as that in my life , sounds just as amazing as it looks !

[@dylangreene1000]

I believe the Corvette Stingray is the most powerful car in the Corvette family. I can't wait to see a full depth review of the Stingray's badass aggressive brother, the Z06.

[@dshep47]

As awesome as this Stringray is, the best is yet to come. My brother worked on the team the last 3 years that developed the C7 and is now working on the team that is developing the high performance version of the C7. It hasn't been named yet. Stand by.

[@gaddyify]

Beautiful car, looks way better than the SRT Viper

[@dylangreene1000]

Hell yeah

[@AnotherYTChannelFr]

I was thinking about getting a c8 corvette but now that I've seen the 2014 corvette again, I really want a 2014 corvette now.

[@NickRiebs]

"I'm gonna put the car in eco to see if it will deactivate to 4-cylinders..." *Closes tab*

[@techtoth1]

Kudos to the cameraman; the way he follows the car when it passes by is just spot on! Bravo!

[@genericdenizen1]

Thank you Don Sherman, for an excellent review of such a great car. I'm diligently saving my funds in the hope/plan to purchase a Corvette C7. And thanks Car and Driver for including so many examples of the fantastic engine and exhaust sound in your footage. Keep up the good work.

[@zaffirk7726]

You still here?

[@MikeyAC86]

For the first time since the 70s, Corvette looks like a true exotic again. I cannot wait to buy one!

[@MarcinCebula]

I hope to be half as cool as this guy when I'm his age

[@counkev]

Finally a video from Car and Driver that isn't crap. Been waiting 3 months for good video.

[@MrJaryd2000]

I'm going to buy this car.

[@sufficetosay]

did you?

[@pseudosmith4979]

Well???

[@1flynlow]

he meant in 10 years when he could afford it. 7 more to go.

[@TheBillykurtz]

@@1flynlow 6 years to go lol

[@1flynlow]

time goes by too fast. except when saving up money or paying off a mortgage.

[@ThePinoyMamba]

Finally a Vette that needs to be driven and surely admired again. To the Engineers of this C7 stingray. Kudos and Congrats on a well done Job.

[@KP-48-007]

i just bought the car with yellow it is awesome and did some races and it was pretty good (nfs rivals life)

[@Kamukix]

Glad someone else here is over the age of 'too young to realize the world doesn't spin just for them'. This was a very SMART move to have the review done by this man. The target demographic is who is looking forward to this car the most, not the minimum wage top youtube commenter. After they've done what they need to actually sell the car, then you can see all the noise for those who want to see the car, but can't afford it yet. Told a lot more than how much smoke/noise it makes. Bravo Kei

[@MrBrandonRTR]

4:47 this is the best part

[@treyredsnap7376]

fo real to!

[@Erichhh]

6:35

[@terranceparker8990]

Those that stopped watching to soon you missed out. This was one of the most informative reviews on the C7 you'll see.

[@MyStuff774]

Awesome car

[@1503ADHAME]

My dream car! This is the kind of cars that makes you wanna study harder to hopefully be able to drive it in the near future.

[@jasondeol3]

One of the biggest issues with the vette is people think ur 50 or something. Bruh a lot of us are teens and young adults lmfao

[@RagingBad]

shadowp80 yea because if people see a 30 year old on a Corvette they are going to think he's 50 right? Moron

[@peppinoesposito5465]

@@RagingBad Honestly, so sick of hearing this! I don't care how old they think I am.

[@brassmatrass4795]

Great car, finally, the stingray has always been one of corvettes greatest achievements. Way to go!

[@George-kd2ik]

I hope to get one when I'm 20 honestly I'm (10 years old)

[@Beachhz]

better start saving.

[@Nicholastriase]

LOL

[@sushisashimi9113]

Did you save 1/3 of the car's worth? You are 13 now.

[@243wayne1]

Well George? You're 20 years old now... Is that Corvette sitting in your single stall apartment garage or your parent's driveway? Hahahaha!

[@tbnobs]

I love mine nice power took it on a roadtrip from PA. To its birthplace Kentucky 450 miles had it in touring mode averaged 28 mpg on the way down at 70 mph. On the way home eco mode at 70 mph got 30 mph not bad for a car with great power

[@tbnobs]

30 mpg

[@NikoBell12]

He looks like 70% of the people who buy this car LOL!

[@MrDannyboyFL]

Bingo old ppl enjoying the golden years. Nothing wrong with it

[@franknnnstein7549]

O, Gee, I guess you're trying to make a put down. I'm crushed. Except, the car kicks a--. Didn't know you were/are an ageist.

[@NikoBell12]

FranknnnStein It was a jest. Dumbass.

[@franknnnstein7549]

NikoBell12 I'm sorry. I missed the smiley face and wink, wink. Oh, wait a minute; there wasn't any. I guess I'm just not so good at reading inflection when there's no indication of any. So, who's the dumbass?

[@NikoBell12]

FranknnnStein You because you take everything seriously over the internet? It's always annoying to encounter kill joys like you who can't even take jokes and/or are too stupid to realize it was a joke.

[@MyHandsAreCats]

Rev matching works for both upshifting and downshifting. By waiting for the rpms to drop to the right point before engaging the clutch allows for less drivetrain shock. Also, if you've ever driven a semi truck or old car w/ a syncro-less transmission, you HAVE to rev match upshifts or you'll grind.

[@SENDERLLY]

is this an AD for VIAGRA ?

[@RagingBad]

SENDERLLY so older guys can keep earning a living? You're a fucking douche

[@BassManBobBassCovers]

Yeah, I like this guys review! He does not leave much out and does not let the HP distract him!!!

[@nickgregoire9779]

Leave it to the old guy to drive it in eco

[@spruceguitar]

Hey Nick this fine senior reviewer can fuck the shit out of this car. I don't wanna think how much more fragile than him you will be when you get to his age. This is one tough guy

[@swsschz]

I haven't been a fan of any corvette except this one. This is an awesome piece of machinery for the price point. Looks amazing too.

[@Dylan-xj8tb]

This car is absolute perfection! Gm answered all the critics.

[@JRPapollo]

Fantastic. Was planning on restoring a 80-82 C3, but this thing looks incredible. Won't be able to get one for a few years, but wow, what a car.

[@murph9935]

that exhaust note brought a tear to my eye

[@skillz1855]

Amazing, look what they did with push rod engine, simply amazing, imagine the power they can achieve with this thing ( can't wait to see the performance versions

[@MrTrans25]

His probably licking his lips thinking about how much TAIL he's going to get once he hits the city streets, with that badass Stingray! LOL

[@HesteBremse]

I see people are getting heated about this review but for me it was really a fine Review - all the more energetic ones are gonna come no doubt at all and no worry. He covered 3 modes, he was around the steering and it´s feel, the ride, the engine, the sound, the price. The new Vette has more abilities and makes it a little more complicated, but still it seams to have all the grunt and bark of an american V8. The sound in this review was really good and honest. Fine drive by footage too etc.

[@cbrudnick]

LOVE that exhaust sound. Sexy. Solid. This is a real car with the absolute best mechanics, not a showy yuppie toy. My husband just bought a Stingray in crimson red -- gorgeous but more subtle, sophisticated color for a middle-aged guy. I've told him it's not a mid-life crisis vehicle, but rather a Celebration of Life trophy. He deserves it!

[@v_alexiadis]

Wasn't a massive fan of this car when it was presented but I'm impressed! And I just love the sound it makes. Very very good!

[@rickyny78]

Great review, this man knows corvettes.

[@FrenchValleyAirport]

This car is just truly amazing, work of art with function and purpose, i really wish i could get my hands on one.

[@iloveqatar]

awesome! Got to see the transparent roof instead of carbon fibre.

[@fekyocouch]

im loving the look of this vette more and more. just something different

[@chengteh]

Great Car! Never really wanted a Vette until this one. Can't wait until a new ZR1 level package shows up.

[@Chanelinked]

He did sell sports mode in a sports car, he just made sure to do it after talking about eco mode. Up selling. Not trying to be a trouble starter, I just understand the Corvette has a broad market. Old and young, hence why the vehicle has edge of your seat performance, AND economical / fuel economy benefits as well. They did the research, and engineering. Marketing and mechanics. They have a better idea of what to make in a good corvette than we do, based on the factors they saw in their market.

[@Alexn1067]

putting aside opinions on styling and etc..... the new Corvette is an extremely well made car of top tier quality that incorporates some of the latest and most cutting edge manufacturing techniques that aids in its performance.

[@BentlyBo4]

Great review Mr. Sherman. I'm glad they put you in it, you are like the Corvette testing master.

[@C5Cse7en]

this car looks so much better than the C8

[@AboveInShadow]

Several channel subscriptions about cars = 10 vids in one day about the same car.

[@bullet1gts]

In Track mode that thing sounds epic! For a stock exhaust, fantastic.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

6:30-7:00 Brutal sound! That NEVER gets old!

[@4bmain1969427]

I'm glad I had a 'Vette and a'57 Chevy when I was a teenager...when it mattered!!!

[@zubEjankins]

Reasons for hating this C7 are dwindling every day it seems like..this car is truly an amazing accomplishment by GM. I can't wait til I lay my eyes on one in person.

[@HoiDongCuu]

testing? Are there any problems?

[@cedrac18]

Awesome car good job GM. This is the first model year it will get better and better as time passes.

[@dshep47]

A new Stingray starts at $52,000. A "loaded" model would likely include the Z51 Performance package ($2,800), exposed-carbon-fiber roof panel ($1,995), Magnetic Ride Control with Performance Traction Management ($1,795), dual-mode exhaust system ($1,195), carbon fiber interior trim ($995), sueded, microfiber-wrapped upper interior trim ($995) and the 2LT option package ($4,210). That totals to slightly less than $66,000. A new 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Coupe costs a little over $130,400.

[@Alexn1067]

there are two points of latest technology that make this a quality super car at a mid level sports car price tag. 1) Spot Aluminum welding.....= strong sturdy and light frame 2) Laser vision inspection (manufacturing process) = extreme manufacturing precision that tops hand made cars of the past. My dad was one of the main dudes behind the software of the laser vision technology....in years to come you'll see this on your every day common cars.

[@gaivoron]

this is the most electrically engaged, sophisticated engine that ever been seen from GM and not even brand such as BMW can compare. According to Motortrend modding this engine will be next to impossible.

[@chigasaki06]

Agreed. He clearly knows what he's talking about. I hate reviews when the focus is on irrelevant stuff, such as the tech and phone features. To REAL drivers, all that extra stuff is secondary. TELL ME HOW IT DRIVES! that's exactly what this man has done.

[@sniperworx]

No less American muscle, just refined and tunable to the drivers current desire ... drove one for several days, technology on the car is superb. Very smooth ride. Find a empty stretch of road and put it in track mode, throw all the throttle at it and it's a beast, no question. Period.

[@jeffzahnd]

Just wanted to give props to the reviewer. Job 👍🏼

[@gsxtuner350]

It's new designs and engineering achievements like these that makes me want to get my degree in mechanical engineering so that one day I may work an automotive company to develop a work of art such a this new c7 corvette.

[@C4Lust]

So much hate for Don here. I have met the man and he is very knowledgeable and knows his stuff and has been around for a very long time. Show some respect. This was a ROAD test so he tested it for the ROAD. This was not a TRACK test, so he didn't put it through typical TRACK paces. I am sure when the car is in full production and they get it for longer, they can do a proper TRACK test on it. Until then, lets take it down a notch.

[@blahber222]

I just saw one of these beasts in Sterling Heights, Michigan and my God I was totally fan-boying. And this is coming from an import guy!

[@wiiman1613]

I own a C4 right now and love it couldn't complain about a thing. People buy Corvettes to own a Corvette. But I think GM has finally got a car that can be among its more expensive competitors and will get less crap for being a Corvette. I cant wait to own one of these in the coming years.

[@Rahhhhhnman]

Guys old, but he knows his stuff, like this video a lot.

[@smading]

I love the Corvette as I had one when I lived in Doha Qatar

[@dhortho1]

Listen and open your mind and you might learn something from this gentleman--he knows what he's talking about.

[@ChrisSs993]

I have to say, the quality seems so much better than the vettes before which I never liked. Really nice! :P

[@KobraLink]

Both Car and Driver and MortorTrend are great magazines, I enjoy them both. Is always good to get different perspectives on similar articles. But I respect your opinion.

[@ghepardogts]

I cant believe this is a 50k car. I used to hate Corvettes, but this one feels like a 100 grand car and it is sexy as hell.

[@quackman]

While I can't say this is the best reviewer/review to appeal to me, a guy in his 20s, I don't think that's what Car and Driver's youtube channel is going for. Plenty of older guys love cars just as much or more than I do, and they would probably relate to this guy much better than your average young internetter will. And, as others have mentioned, there is definitely a market for older guys buying a Corvette; they're going to identify with this video.

[@shobin05]

I was referring to inside the cabin, the indicator stalks, steering, foot and gear paddles, door handles, center console, air conditioning vents and all the knobs are magnesium. Also, "Overall 65% of the vehicle's total body mass is CFRP material while the remaining 35% is aluminum."

[@chevycorvettec6z069]

Hello, Superb video of the C7 Corvette! Love this car. I would like to ask you. Wich camera you used to film exterior scene of the car? Even if there is More than 1 camera, could you tell me this please? Thank you? Phil.

[@NielsHeusinkveld]

C&D, are the gear ratios you mention correct? Is it actually a 5 speed (190mph top in 5th) with TWO ultra tall fuel save gears (6 and 7)? If so I don't get that, why didn't they do a closer 6 speed, top speed in 6th, and eco tall gear only in 7th? :S

[@fusionchickenleg]

wow some of you are harsh (surprise, not) i for one am glad that C&D took a slightly different approach to review the C7. as a Vette owner who daily drives his Vette it's just as important to know how the C7 will behave on a daily basis vs. how it will perform when driven in anger, the latter of which is more of MT's approach.

[@charged]

Hot damn, I'm not a Corvette fan but that car sounds like a beast.

[@08turboSS]

This man has spent. Ore time behind the wheel of corvettes longer than most that come in here have been ALIVE. One thing about this car, well two. Fix the yoda looking rear end ad lower the rear, it sits to high and cuts rearward vision by 35%. Love the multiple exhaust notes

[@OneOfaKind949]

In sport mode it sounds like a TRUE BEAST!

[@DeronWheeler]

The Motortrend review is definitely far superior, but I give C&D credit for the multiple videos that actually go in depth.

[@hakonyanskog5656]

What a great car! With four exhaust pipes, 460bhp, nice interior and exteriour, for just over 50.000$. That got to be the bargain of the century!!!

[@SinisterMD]

You obviously missed my point. GM used a specific TC button on the C5 Corvette and it was a nice added touch and showed some attention to detail. Things like that make the flagship of the brand stand out. They would only have to keep them at Bowling Green anyway. Making a different "check engine" light icon would be a welcome touch. The dash has to be made different for every vehicle anyway. Minimal cost but money well spent in my opinion.

[@brucec4268]

As a Porsche and Ferrari fan, The C7 is seems to be getting it right. The Corvette V8 is a near bulletproof design and no Porsche IMS failure to worry about. By the way, 6:42 reminds me of the Bullitt Charger driver shifting gears. For the money, what a deal of a sports-super car. Maybe Jeremy Clarkson will approve.

[@C4Lust]

Cylinder Deactivation allowed by the Eco mode is one of the newer and more advanced features of the C7. The rest is pretty standard Corvette stuff. He was merely checking out the NEW car by checking out the NEW stuff.

[@OneOfaKind949]

I think it was a sign of respect to the old man... he put in his time and now they let him drive a pre production corvette... plus I am sure he appeals more to the average age demographic of the corvette driver, which is 50 plus.

[@gaivoron]

I love the idea of engine switching to 4cyl, in my opinion this is the best all around sports car for the money! Cant wait to see ZR1 after all this is just the base model.

[@khyoon14]

Technically yes, you can rev match while upshifting as well. But the term used in this scenario depicts when one blips the throttle while downshifting to a lower gear. I understand it can go both ways, but in relevancy to the video it irrelevant. I know about drivetrain shock and synchro-less transmissions as well. That's where double clutching came from. In technical you are correct it can be used both ways (up/down shifting).

[@dopaminebear2250]

It sounds like a jet when it's passing by in race mode haha holy shit!

[@pensive69]

around this region running fast on roads with heavy brush or woods close by is an invitation for a deer hit LOVE THIS CAR!

[@77rxpharmacy]

If I'm not mistaken, those paddles aren't shifters. The paddle on the right toggles auto rev matching on&off. But I heard that most enthusiasts will leave that off because it's not as quick as if you heel/toed the down shifts yourself.

[@JU-lj8hl]

I drooled at this car at the NYAS, great review!

[@PatrickAllen]

Man this car sounds beautiful!

[@LuxAudio389]

I agree with nanbrigdan's comments . This commentator is as dry as a martini gets with no buzz what so ever. The new corvette definitely seems impressive and finally has an exhaust note to raise awareness and announce its presence. The styling reminds me of the Ferrari Italia and I like how they designed the flat portions of the top side body panels on the rear quarter to improve down force and to provide cooling for the rear brakes. The technology package also sounds like a winner.

[@rickjohnson7116]

If your first impulse when you get into the first new Corvette design in nine years, is to pop it into Eco Mode and drive it like a Prius, you've got issues, and you certainly shouldn't be doing Car & Drivers first review of the most anticipated sports car to come out of Detroit in years. Come on C&D, get it together! I've been looking forward to this car, and my first viewing of an actual road test is as exciting as watching paint dry.

[@mylexicon2]

Nice to have a review for drivers. The hype reviews are fun, but the depth is rarely more than the watercooler stat-sheet recitation. I hope Chevrolet make a Cup version of the C7, and Chevrolet become more involved in one-make challenge series.

[@guincysmithradio]

Hey thanks for the ride Buddy

[@Lettuce357]

That may be true, but the new Cayman S and Boxter S are just sooo gorgeous and that flat 6 is music to my ears. Still this new corvette will be an amazing car for the money. No doubt.

[@242HP]

Great review, Don. The new Vette is one sweet ride. Love the exhaust sound in Sport and Race modes. The car looks great in red, too.

[@Tousanx]

this guy knows his stuff