2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review - Does it Need a Mid-Engine?

We go for a drive in the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
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[@TheStraightPipes]

Does it need a mid-rear engine? Are you excited for the C8?

[@therealredfireguy4965]

I would say Yes but I am Excited for I have one on Order.

[@StaneDaynus]

I’m definitely picking up a C8 once the markups go down. I’m relatively local too ^_^

[@jjsal237]

You know GM always cuttin corners for a c8 that costs under 60,000 grand and for every otjer vehicle in the GM line up cutting corners.

[@diskreet]

I was never a fan of the C7, but this video is making me reconsider. You made some hilarious jokes about the average Corvette owner, but ignoring that there is a coolness to the car. It's an American icon. Everyone loves a Corvette. I can't wait for the C8 to shake up the sports/super car makert but I'm glad the C7 exists. Definitely time to go mid engine, or at least go with a way more sophisticated suspension setup.

[@RD-vb9cr]

Front engine only pls

[@basithph8958]

Nothing wrong with the new mid-engine C8 but the C7 is still an awesome car And it has a manual transmission

[@dominiksirakov6448]

the c8 is TOO overwhelming to the point where its straight up just ugly

[@mikeyaperta5980]

@@dominiksirakov6448 agree👍

[@campkira]

Left spring... They said it sporty one.. Reality is they r cheap... If u like it sure but next year c8... C8 only... C7for used car not brand new....

[@kebab3703]

@@dominiksirakov6448 🤡

[@markofexcellence5209]

Ah, the manual transmission. Loved by no one and talked about by everyone.

[@ildrichaseron]

SRT Viper in manual. I feel that its the scariest thing you can ever drive

[@stephenplays560]

No dodge demon

[@honda8720]

Stephen Plays that’s an auto

[@gsjourney3054]

Stephen Plays nah at least the demon has traction control

[@evilspoons]

@@gsjourney3054 The 2013-2017 SRT Viper has traction control too.

[@myrecommendedisallmemes]

Nah. Porsche Carrera GT. That thing is death on 4 wheels.

[@tkusterb]

Lawn chair, socks pulled up, t-shirt tucked... it's every amateur car show I've ever been to. Thanks for the morning chuckles! Good review, too!

[@jacobfowler8795]

It’s every old guy sitting next to his automatic nova at cars and coffee. 😆

[@MaxSpeedMike]

The old man kicks with the socks pulled all the way up. Classic

[@jaikarchatha1967]

They still aren't fully looking like dads going through a midlife crisis.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@jaikarchatha1967 nope. They need the white polo tucked into their Jean shorts, tucker right below their belly, sealed shut with a belt. Oh, and new balance. White new balance. Boom. Dad life baby!

[@jaikarchatha1967]

@@MaxSpeedMike don't forget the cheesy ballcap and sunglasses

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@jaikarchatha1967 true! Can't forget the shades haha

[@DudesaidMIKE]

Can’t dismiss the T shirt tucked into the belted shorts...

[@FrAndR0iD]

"Yeah it's a Z06. 6 figures"

[@SFH_Jenkins]

ZE' O' SIX.

[@AntiHaze]

That walk by Yuri after 😂😂😂

[@FrAndR0iD]

@@AntiHaze 🤣

[@abrahamzemog4290]

Zed “O” 6

[@nathanwhitmer8802]

You can get a z06 used great condition for 60k

[@marklewin8]

I'm totally loving my 2019 Z06 A8. Insanely powerful acceleration, handling and braking with a brutal exhaust note that lets anyone know you have a real set of bowling balls. Hellcats, Mustangs and Camaros are GT muscle cars and cannot compare to this true Super Car.

[@c6blackvette17]

HR Brown agreed. I have a 2015 Z and it’s a monster. These guys reviewing the car are fools... any owner of these car doesn’t care one bit about a cup holder... these guys don’t have a clue

[@mercy1766]

hellcats are the only true muscle cars left , the others are track oriented as of your vette too 😂

[@johnfahnestock2170]

What is an A-8???

[@1240Dax]

@@johnfahnestock21708 speed auto

[@F90ronny63]

⁠@@c6blackvette17they are journalist. It’s practically there job

[@ryanqube9132]

you know a car is good when you feel like you are going to die when you full send it.

[@Zroud]

Wow opened KZbin to find this just uploaded. What a darn treat 😍

[@Kkicks_]

"I feel like im gonna die at any second, and i kinda like that" same

[@livingthislife]

We own one....it's insane and scary, it forces you to pay attention while driving. It's the most fun you can have in a sports car. Oh it's very loud too👍🏾

[@alhemmings8554]

Manual C7's will be classics in years to come.

[@TexasRiverRat31254]

Yup, I'm keeping my 2019GS 7 spd MT for the rest of my life, last of the 7th gen Corvettes

[@albertholland9960]

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[@emiliofernandez7117]

I love modern corvettes, something gm has actually done well lately 👍🏻👍🏻

[@FBI-yd6co]

Emilio Fernandez I love every Corvette

[@basithph8958]

It’s like their only good car since they screwed up the Camaro and the Blazer

[@acuto4245]

Wonder if the new one is going to break down like every other Chevy. But at least it look good 👍🏼

[@campkira]

Well. No the panel gap still terrible. And as u can see the electronic... GM quality is better than France car... And that about it... Sub Japanese oem not included

[@kebab3703]

@@basithph8958 Camaro and Blazer look great and stand out from all the cars on the road

[@matthewlibanio8227]

OMG that sound. Just love that sound. Even on headphones. Corvette exhaust is second to none for V8s. Wow.

[@Anonymous-gl3fb]

AMG is the king of V8s

[@Kingg_G]

@@Anonymous-gl3fb you are LOST

[@Kingg_G]

@@Tray-sq2zr a scat pack 🤣🤦🏾‍♂️

[@whatiwant8898]

@@Tray-sq2zr I have a Scatpack and the exhaust on the C7s is 10x better.

[@AzaanPD]

What about the Shelby GT350? The C7 sounds badass but the Shelby GT350 is something else

[@SFH_Jenkins]

So the c7 is not a supercar because it's too practical. xD

[@xxxonamemestreak8082]

alot of people dont consider it a supercar cause its "mass produced" compared to other supercars

[@weasle2904]

@@xxxonamemestreak8082 Like McLarens? Lol. I see those things so much

[@xxxonamemestreak8082]

@@weasle2904 a mclaren takes 120+ man hours to make, while start to finish a corvette takes about 1.5 days (heard from a friend who went on the factory tour, dont know how true it is) and corvettes can still compete with mclaren. both are supercars, its just some people think that supercars have to be some special thing that take forever to make so there isnt too many around

[@weasle2904]

@@xxxonamemestreak8082 That's not that much of a difference, and especially considering the cost. McLaren's are still pretty common relatively

[@chhandaray5661]

It's a super muscle car

[@TearingRaven]

5:30 The fact that the car feels like it might kill you is EXACTLY what you want out of a sports car.

[@SpudEater]

Kye Moser YES, that’s what I was shooting for when I started my WRX build. I want people to leave the car shaking with some sex hair going on, it’s fucking fantastic. I still remember the first time my girlfriend told me to floor it, first time she ever went over 100 mph, it was glorious

[@johnasbury9915]

It’s like my Kawasaki Concours 1400 w a roof. Freakin love it. Respect it and enjoy your adrenals being drained into raisins..

[@aceofspades6667]

I listened to 3:52 multiple times.. That look and his voice inflection was totes broke back mountain. Thank you dear sirs for the multiple minutes of morning chuckles.

[@Slowwagonftl]

Probably a GrandSport, it’s the best handling C7 and it’s cheaper (money don’t grow on trees). And it’s got a manual, which is priority #1, Corvette people jokes aside. God I love this car.

[@juhberkey8067]

For me the manual is priority 3 imo, but still badass; just gotta learn to drive manual first and then I’m good

[@claudeperrault4164]

Actually, money is made of paper and paper comes from trees, so it grows on trees! 😂

[@robgoudy1149]

@@claudeperrault4164 Actually I heard money is made from cotton now which technically grows on a tree. A bush tree.

[@BornToBeFamed]

Now days they are roughly a few thousand in price apart depending on miles. Lolol

[@ajiyra1188]

"I took my wife for a ride, she loved it too" - Jakub 2019

[@4g0tten4]

aji yra -- If they keep that up they will need a sedan for the child seats in the back.

[@xxphactor]

I was driving on the freeway with a friend and we past a couple of Corvettes along the way. He said that he thinks he have yet to see one Corvette go past the speed limit in his life...lol And as I thought about it...me neither! Now I know why!

[@EliteProductions3129]

Your videos seriously make my week so much better. Thank you.

[@Zo-gw2ku]

I have been using a 18 auto 2lz z06 as my only car and daily driver for almost 4 years (had it since new in Jan 2018) and in daily pouring rain and trips to Walmart it’s a perfect daily driver for me. That trunk is huge and people don’t realize it’s like a hatchback.

[@rapidshot3033]

The c7 and c8 gotta be my favorites. C7: Manual+V8+Performance C8: Price and looks and aero

[@texwill77]

Manual Z06 for the win

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

1:40 if you’ve ever been to any car meet in Texas, this is almost every older guy that owns a Corvette. 😂😂😂😂

[@doggydeeds]

@Roger Dodger GM knows that, it's why they came out with the mid engine C8, it appeals more to younger people, and so far younger people love it.

[@johnandstephanie377]

@Roger Dodger And the younger guys like to buy low mile, old man owned, Vettes. And drive the wheels off

[@abcdLeeXY]

Long white socks, New balance sneakers, fanny pack, denim shorts...you can't get in a corvette without them. The details of this channel is on point.

[@sku242]

took my coworker to lunch in my 850hp z06 today. gave it enough throttle for the supercharger and methanol to kick in and the look of staring at death on his face was priceless

[@user-my8nn4hh1k]

I track a C7 Z06/Z07 often, and love it. Not seeing any mid engine cars pass me with it. It’s a beast on track, and a little extra aero does the trick. For those wanting a manual, it’s just not as quick on the track as the paddles, or the new dct. If you like driving it for a daily driver, so be it. As for feeling like you’re going to die, not so much. It does give you the same feeling that the roller coaster does when you think it’s going off the rails, but doesn’t.

[@zachg9065]

The C7 is an epic car. My favorite car Z06 with the manual of course!

[@TYFLOL]

This car looks so freaking good, and man, that sound and agression is amazing

[@maynarddrivesfast804]

I love how you added the "Traction Control Light" flashing on screen when the rear end would step out on you. Great attention to detail.

[@justinyu7]

I appreciate the sockpull-up shot and the TCS blinking shots, the actual PDR shots, the shot of inside the screen slide down

[@MD-qp8gj]

Front engine looks way better imo.

[@giladtselniker8420]

Yeah i think ferrari, Lamborghini and porsche made a big mistake, they should be like chevy, so theyll succeed

[@ack434]

GILAD TSELNIKER Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche are already more successful than Chevy as an exotic car manufacturer. More people talk about those than Corvettes.

[@giladtselniker8420]

@@ack434 of course, it was a joke. Almost all cprvette fans are too stupid to appreciate progress

[@ack434]

GILAD TSELNIKER Not all Corvette fans. There are fans who are very happy that the C8 finally went mid-engined, like what Zora had in mind.

[@matthews2965]

GILAD TSELNIKER relax man. The dude just said he thought the c7 looked better. He didn’t debate that the c8 was better.

[@PhilDaBank]

Thanks to straightpipes I can convert Canadian dollars to American in my sleep

[@jackvanepps7301]

Thanks to top gear I can do pounds to dollars

[@robertwilliams7626]

What a way to start a Friday. Fresh episode of Straight Pipes with my coffee. It's going to be a good Friday!

[@Dann0343]

I appreciate the energy you bring to all your reviews

[@ZebraCorner]

So the first day and it already broke on ya.... who woulda guessed

[@TheStraightPipes]

Maaaaahhhhkkkkk

[@samfahrenkopf8679]

Love ya

[@bbc_junior4863]

Read that in mahks voice

[@amac8487]

I own a 2016 z06... and you guys nailed this review. Great work

[@shahulhusman]

100% grand sport coupe.. V8 normally aspirated.. No forced induction or cooling issues, Manual trans, rear wheel.. Purist and better.

[@norwegianblue2017]

That would be my choice for the C7. It's also a MUCH better match for the 8 speed auto.

[@nickvarga463]

The C7 GS in manual is so dope!!

[@BobbyDigital_100]

LOVE! By far the most spot on full review of the car and i drive a 2017 Z07 package 7 speed manual that i bought brand new and have 20k miles on mine. Well done gentlemen!🤘🏾

[@TheDschuller90]

Manual c7 z06 used best decision in sports cars right now for intermediate drivers looking for something sub 100k with affordable maintenance and good reliability

[@IdrisFashan]

Heads-up jean cutoff display shot had me DYING!!! 😂 👊🏿🧔🏾

[@TexasRevving]

I think the grand sport is the Goldilocks. C7 GS in manual is the one to get imo

[@darwinLee81283]

Agreed My friend

[@GinNBoost]

Wrong

[@holmieg3435]

For sure pick up a 7 speed #savethemanuals

[@PeRRXX]

GinNBoost how so?

[@JH-qy7zw]

I would agree new, but I am seeing GS going for 45k and the Z06 for 50k on used market. crazy times

[@SpudEater]

My coworker has a 2019 grand sport with the 7 speed manual, fun car to drive. We swapped one day, he drove my 400whp WRX and I drove his Vette to go get lunch. He loved the WRX which made me pretty happy because he’s an older guy that’s domestic cars all the way

[@KMCVE2216]

That’s awesome!!! You guys are the best! Really enjoy watching your videos, and my son loves seeing all the amazing vehicles you guys review! Keep up the great work!

[@sirlancenolasco3552]

Y'all are the funniest duo! Good review! and Congrats for getting the fastest time in the KZbinr Track Challenge at Toronto Motorsports Park!

[@ZROSTARS]

Denim Shorts + Corvette = Old Man Starter Kit

[@jeffk464]

denim is hot, so denim shorts make no sense at all.

[@ZROSTARS]

@@jeffk464 maybe for style purposes

[@crool88]

You guys are killin' it! Great stuff!

[@basithph8958]

The mid-engine Corvette is good But I want to have the front-engine Corvette like the ZR1 with the 7-speed manual

[@brandonmckenzie1637]

Read about someone with a manual and said the clutches don't hold up whatsoever. Too much power lol

[@basithph8958]

Brandon McKenzie well I’ll do a clutch upgrade then

[@entreptiles]

These are going for up to $20k discounts in the U.S. 😁

[@elshizz]

Not to mention used is going for good deals.

[@splitzkee_]

it looks freaking baller thats why, the wives know whats up

[@PlayDohBear]

Seriously guys, been watching you since the beginning almost. How do you guys not have 1 mil subs yet. By this year hopefully

[@TheStraightPipes]

One day maybe. Still then enjoy the vids!

[@toddpaiano926]

Love how you guys did the review. I'm a diehard chevy guy for as long as I had a license. Love the power they make but gm was never known for their electronics. To funny how many things stop working a year later. Still Love my c5 even if half the electronics and lights don't work!

[@sgoulet3333]

Best part of the whole review: 3:45. thanks for making me laugh! awesome video, ever cooler car !

[@troypower4733]

Love the competition seats on the C7, the firmness does wonders for my lower back.

[@TexasRiverRat31254]

Great video! I had a slightly built C6 Z51 6 sp MT for 3 track seasons, loved it. Just got a smokin deal from MacMulkin Chevy on a 2019 Grand Sport 7 sp MT and it's got wayyyy better everything except that the old car was a true animal, like a Harley with straight pipes, you really felt a close oneness with the car, the GS is somewhat isolated feeling. I wasn't ready for the Z06 yet, too many drivers aren't honest about their own abilities and just want bragging rights, end up trashing a beautiful car but it's their money.

[@TheEvilPadawan]

Awesome review guys! I’ve got one in manual and love it! Subscribed :D

[@BryanHernandez-ij9pd]

“Dailyable” Car guys: Daily driver

[@kristiadihartanto2623]

Two wheelers: Doesn't make any big difference

[@HondAcura111]

your mom's dailyable

[@HondAcura111]

@@BryanHernandez-ij9pd I don't have a sister. Atleast my joke made sense.. better luck next time.

[@BeesonsCars]

The blinking traction icon was pretty funny.

[@mikenormandy9250]

I love how you have the look and the chair for car shows in the video! Every Vette owner has to sit by their car and chew your ear off about it! NEVER gets up and looks at other cars!

[@nice95gle]

I’ve had a C5 Z06, a C6 with Z51 and a C6 427. My buddy had a C6 Z06 and his father have a C7 Z06. And from all those vetted I’ve driven. The C7Z is a animal. That thing is amazing. Between the 3 generations...the C7 will probably go down as one of the greatest modern corvettes in history.

[@Torch4Life]

Yep

[@mrpmj00]

I replaced my runflat tires for non runflat and I got so much more grip and responsiveness when accelerating, turning, and braking. Ride comfort also improved dramatically.

[@n0slava]

What tires You get sir?

[@smr0m670]

"Samir you're breaking the car!"

[@SimRan-ur5nl]

I thought he said “Samir you’re wrecking the car”

[@terryrutherford2114]

I purchased a 2016 Z06 in May 2023. It is so fun. I agree you can't hear the supercharger, but the exhaust in defining. I had a 2011 CTS-V with a CAI and the LSA supercharger was so loud. I miss that. I understand that putting an aftermarket SC lid on will let you hear it better. Thanks for the video guys!

[@victor_ma_ds]

Great video guys, as usual ✌🏻

[@jamesdrew8036]

I know they don't make them anymore but I would love to see a Viper ACR review. Wonder how different they are on the road 👌

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

2:28 As an American I stop at every Tim Hortons when I'm visiting my neighbors to the north. Outstanding breakfasts.

[@gimmesomespeed4538]

Watching this vid while wearing my Corvette shirt. Your imitation of owners was awesome! Love all Corvettes, but they are so much more fun in manual 😀

[@Sailnoff]

OMG guys, I didn't expect the High short old man look! Made me Laugh out loud and almost get in trouble at Work! Keep up the awesome reviews Bros!

[@thenut1212]

Yuri, I can’t stop crying laughing from your old Corvette owner imitation!

[@Sal12538]

"so what do you wanna get into?" "you know what I wanna get into"

[@sanesc2543]

Salis Salman thats hot

[@LingLing1337]

"If you go down on the knob you can see more info"

[@abrahamzemog4290]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sanesc2543]

LingLing1337 oh fuck nice one lingling

[@BryanHernandez-ij9pd]

Salis Salman that ass

[@Tomgillchevy]

Great video guys. You raise some interesting questions, but the C8 is a massive step forward for the Corvette brand!

[@jw8559]

Drove one of these around NC/SC state lines. What a car, what a rip.

[@thenut1212]

Thanks for projecting the HUD on Jakob’s Junk.

[@kylerekedal1439]

Of course it's not a Supercar; it's a Corvette. It's in a class of it's own.

[@drewyager4020]

Love the socks and camping chair. Great

[@Driv200mph]

25yr track driving instructor. Agree. Grand Sport for track. Having the brakes, wide tires, and same suspension as Z06 means your overbuilt where it counts for best track time in the GS. If highway running, the Z06....unless you can build your own twin turbo monster.....then GS again with the zed look. Great job guys.

[@joellouisfire]

Idk why, the rear of the C8 reminds me of a Hot Wheels car 😂 Excited for a review of it. Great video on the Z06!

[@SupperUpper]

Aaahahahaha! This was epic! Loved it, from first to last second!

[@blakerh]

My brother has a '17 GSport manual and it is an awesome car! Plenty of power for driving on streets.

[@DucatiPaso750]

OMG you guys were hilarious!! I love your colabs with Chris Fix. This episode, however, would have been epic with Cletus McFarland!!

[@hvymtal8566]

On the front-engine supercar thing The Mercedes-McLaren SLR, Dodge Viper, and most V12 Ferraris exist. There is definitely such a thing as a front-engine supercar

[@physetermacrocephalus9986]

Lexus LFA too.

[@haonanzhang6759]

Non of those are super cars as they are not close to being the fastest in their time. SLR is more of a sportscar/gt car, viper is a viper. Ferrari ff and f12 are more like some side products.

[@misztal2112]

Jakub, your corvette starter pack is on point!

[@krisi.2011]

I just bought a 2017 3Lz z06 in a manual absolutely love this car

[@WarriorsPhoto]

That’s one of the scariest cars I’ve been in. I like Corvette a lot and definitely wouldn’t need that model. Other than that I am liking the changes happening to Corvette since the C5 models.

[@davidfulginiti5985]

great job, but it needs a manual- -- thanks for vids keep up the great work, it's fun to watch for an old guy(67).

[@SpudEater]

david fulginiti hey, the 7 speed manual exists, I love that transmission so damn much.

[@rondail5675]

Great, honest review. I have a Grand Sport and you are 100% correct on the issues. I think the C8 is going to be incredible except for the initial gremlins. Yeah, the C7 automatic sucks!

[@jonathangibson5368]

I have one. Torch Red. M7 Trans. Slapped a set of Corsa Xtreme+ on there. Nothing better to mess around on the weekends in!

[@Ferraridude13]

It's not simply that it's not a ZF trans, it's that it's not a DCT, you can have a non ZF DCT and it'll work great, like in the new C8.

[@campkira]

All I care is I don't had to change tramission oil so often... I don't race my car.. As long as it shift up fast enough not to bother me.. I fine.. Shift down if the gear think it should not.. I don't mind.... I buy car for the feel.. Not try to race....

[@victorurquilla9779]

GREAT REVIEW! i have a camaro zl1 2019 with same engine! come to NY to review it!

[@wbwayne8887]

Be right there. 😂

[@realtalk7571]

My favorite car channel on KZbin!

[@miguelsalty]

😂😂😂 really enjoyed it! Keep it up 🙏🏼

[@wbwayne8887]

The C7 I would choose if I was in the market would be the GrandSport. The NA powertrain is much more balanced to the ZO6 suspension that way. Can't wait for the C8 Zo6, rumored to have a flat plane crank V8 and 8600 rpm redline. Imo, that is going to be the car to have.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

You guys need to do another C7 z06 with a manual. Scratch that, do every car 2x if it's offered with an auto and a manual.

[@johneldepresso]

MaxSpeed or review both of them in one video

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@johneldepresso that would take all day. It takes hours just to review one car lol

[@HappyCod43]

@@MaxSpeedMike they've done it with golf R

[@MaxSpeedMike]

@@HappyCod43 that was easier. They split up and drove both individually. Not both in each car. Although that's probably the smarter idea I suppose lol. You're right they should do that

[@narutobroken]

Manuals will all be gone in 5 years

[@lewiswhite7023]

The hideaway screen is amazing

[@roblee3460]

Awesome video guys! C7 Grand Sport with the manual is the sweet spot for me.

[@jeremycollins4566]

Great job guys. Hopefully we will be getting a c8 review soon??? 😎

[@vernonprice5986]

C8 is not even in production yet. It's going to be months away.

[@mtgarage8076]

Vernon Price There’s already many c8’s out!

[@vernonprice5986]

@@mtgarage8076 All driven by GM employees, still being tested. They're just not wearing camo any more. The C8 has not even started production yet, never mind being delivered to the public yet. Journalists have not been invited to drive them yet. Production won't even start until November at the earliest, probably December. First deliveries not expected until January 2020.

[@mtgarage8076]

Vernon Price Thanks for you’re information, good to know, I thought maybe a few people had them.

[@orangez1986]

Owned a Z06 for 2 years. Maybe fully floored it 5 times. You truly cannot floor it on the street.

[@marcellomori3264]

I needed this video

[@buddybestor]

Z06, Twin Turbo, 100Shot of NOS, Manual, Murdered out Black. No question about it!