C8 Corvette as a Daily Driver?!

Let's answer the question if the C8 Corvette is truly a daily drivable sports car. I will run through some of the highs and lows that I have found after using this car every day.

[@ryants1]

The c8 was such a no brainer. American V8, Naturally aspirated, mid engine, hard top convertible, fits golf clubs in trunk, 0-60 in 3 seconds, under $100k. Sold!

[@NiceterCoolster]

and don’t forget Italian styling they copied, including mid engine. Great value for money.

[@ryants1]

@@NiceterCoolster agreed!

[@vladpootin5973]

Very nice presentation, I thoroughly enjoyed this Mr. Collins Sir, Your C8 is gorgeous, very nicely spec‘d, Also a very nice All American neighborhood ! 👌👍🏻

[@redcars72]

Since I do daily drive the C8 Corvette, I'm going to say.......YES and it's awesome.

[@fsnelling81]

Very entertaining. More than enough info. Better than most reviews I’ve seen.

[@roninsc]

Great video. Just enough 'humor' to keep it interesting!

[@stevejohnson9513]

well done. good information wrapped light hearted humor.

[@bparker0118]

Nicely done video, Funny and spot on with the features, I drive mine every chance I get to work or errands unless there's heavy rain in the forecast!

[@Dance4Shine]

Great video and beautiful car. I just got mine last week, and I definitely have a lot to learn.

[@mikegreen1713]

Gerald - you made me laugh. Wonderful video. I've been watching C8 youtube vids for over 3 years. Got my '23 HTC, 2LT in Hypersonic Gray - we share our good tastes - almost 2 years ago. It has been a dream and I enjoy it exactly as you do yours. Your 9 minute video was everything that I enjoy - thank you. Mike

[@gerardpcollins]

Hi Mike, glad to hear that you enjoyed the video. I've only had my C8 for two or three months and it has been a blast. It's nice to hear from another C8 owner with the same spec. Mine is a used 2022 model and it's been flawless. Thanks for watching!

[@himfizzle91]

Loved this video and the humor 😂 - I’ve been contemplating on getting a C8 myself. Glad to see that you are also in Northern Virginia! Instantly subscribed, looking forward to more content! 🔥🔥

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Actually, I'm in Southeastern VA. Thanks for the sub! 🙏🏽

[@himfizzle91]

@@gerardpcollins Your videos had me rolling 🤣 I am in Fredericksburg VA 🙏

[@davidakins3788]

Yo, thanks for the laughter. I haven't watched a C8 video yet that has given me this much laughter, so I just subscribe to your channel 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@gerardpcollins]

😆Glad you enjoyed the video... Thanks for subscribing!

[@esdrasmalbranche1641]

Solid video! Very informational and funny 😂

[@diabx0r]

We have about 7500 miles now on a 2023 C8 3LT. It's amazing how chill this car can be as a daily driver. I shop light, so I can easily use it as a grocery getter, and in touring mode, it really is a relaxed car when you want it to be. With one quick push of the Z button, that all changes. :D

[@claysholar3483]

Gotta comment: Really informative and communicated very well. Love your humor !

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad that you liked the video. Thanks for watching!!

[@91octane]

You're a funny guy. I like the car and the video. I noticed your reaction after you got gas. Here in California where I'm at, I get that same reaction, but even bigger. The V-Power is about $5.49 here in my area and even more in other areas. Only in California! Great video!

[@gerardpcollins]

$5.49 per gallon! Geez, I guess I shouldn't complain haha. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!

[@neilbenoit7042]

Great video!Enjoy your daily driver.

[@chelhyunmoore922]

Just got a C8, and love the vehicle! Came across your channel and loved the way you run your videos. Subscribed!

[@gerardpcollins]

Congrats on the C8. Thanks for subscribing! 🙏🏽

[@Lasheem]

I’m going to gift myself this for my 30th birthday next year. Entertaining video 😂

[@daedricmode6427]

This is my dream car im always watching c8 videos this by far my favorite hidden gem of a video I'll like and subscribe you deserve to be recognized and that license plate 😂 my word OUTRAGEOUS

[@gerardpcollins]

😆I know that plate is a little edgy, but I had to do it lol. Thanks so much for the like and subscribe! 🙌🏽

[@sanders6277]

Great video, I drive mine every day unless rain is in the forecast or I have to pick up something that doesn't fit in the trunk.

[@tonyhussaindc]

Excellent video, loved the humor. Keep it up.

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@tonyhussaindc]

@@gerardpcollins I am looking at 2025 C8 and your video helped sealed the decision. So a big thank you

[@RellPurnellakaCarshowRell]

Great video and extremely funny 😆

[@Steveleanr]

I replaced the mirrors with the Paragon one's.. blue tint and it helped tremendously! All valid points!!!

[@coolcarchuck9264]

Dude...love the video! Pretty funny! Keep them coming! I almost daily drive mine except for the rain. It could rain pretty bad here in Louisiana and flooding becomes a problem.

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!

[@KeithWatts-gl1kd]

sweet sweater Mr. Rogers!

[@gerardpcollins]

Lol! One of my friends finally comments on one of my videos and you got jokes 😂

[@nikosky4028]

Awesome video. I'm going to see if my c8 htc cooks my chicken too. The c8 is a amazing car had mine for a little over a year now.

[@greggermany252]

One set of clubs !! On my 3rd c8 just got my z06/07 couple weeks ago !! They r definitely good for any driving u want to do

[@dash-ryan]

I live in Canada. Even though I cannot use my C8 3LT convertible as my sole vehicle, it is a daily driver for me, even in the winter! Works just fine as long as the snow isn't high, you PPF the whole car and winter tires. Traction is great because the engine is in the back.

[@KSaw777]

Awesome video man!!....I'm fairly new to your channel but great videos so far that I've seen.....I'm your neighbor over here in West Virginia.

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks for watching. I appreciate the support!

[@bobbyjones2112]

Great video and very entertaining!, I subscribed

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Isaiah_Keith]

I’m so glad that video wasn’t too serious. I just came from a Savagegeese video, and those guys are great, but this was a lot of fun.

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching!

[@blazerman24]

Nice video man. I'm also in Va. Just got my 24' back in January. Mine serves as a toy, but i believe you could definitely daily it.

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks! Congrats on the new C8. It's definitely the perfect toy. I think I will buy a beater even though I'm sure I can live with my C8 as a daily.

[@K9Mike]

That one looks soooooo nice.

[@cacarpenter89]

So on the rear camera view, the reason it makes you cross-eyed is because your eyes are focused at distance and, when you look at what's in a mirror, your eyes still have to focus at the distance those objects are at. To see what's in the camera screen clearly, you have to look AT the mirror instead of THROUGH it. If you practice changing your eyes' focal length when you glance up at your mirror, you'll get used to it faster and it'll become more natural. It's like looking out your office window and switching to a computer screen.

[@gerardpcollins]

Great explanation. That makes perfect sense. I guess I just have to soldier through it and train my eyes.

[@aerosquadron]

I just discovered your channel today. I'm hoping to place my C8 order next month or find that perfect used C8. It will be my daily driver. It looks like we might be neighbors. Look for the ceramic matrix C8 in a few months. Lol

[@gerardpcollins]

Can't wait to see you on the road! Give me a shout out if you see me first 😉

[@aerosquadron]

@@gerardpcollins How did you mount the front license plate? I just bought my C8! It should be delivered in about a week or so

[@aerosquadron]

@@gerardpcollins My C8 is here! Can you recommend a local dealer for service?

[@jesse80199]

Debating if I should make the move on a c8 but the only thing holding me back was the daily driver debate. This video solved that issue for me! C8 here I come! Thanks!

[@gerardpcollins]

Great choice. You're going to love it!

[@MediciiTV]

Came for the corvette stayed for the vette and comedy 😭

[@chozn4service]

Dude you’re funny and great video! Looks like you’re enjoying your C8 as much as me. That rear view cam mirror had me like Fred Sanford looking through magnifying glasses but after a couple of weeks I was good. What I hate about it is if you see a nice looking lady walking down the street, there’s no looking in the rear view for a second look. 😅

[@gerardpcollins]

😆 🤣

[@BCmld83]

Have the same C8 no spoiler or carbon skirts, adrenaline red int., cars mint & wicked(Boston voice), selling it when I can get my hands on a ZR1. daily driving, let the engine & tranny fluid get north of 150f before driving. Use sport/z mode, better mileage, drive, shifts & suspension 😎

[@doxmedia9962]

My C8 comes in next week! So excited!

[@doxmedia9962]

Great video by the way!

[@gerardpcollins]

Congrats in advance on the new C8. You're going to love it!

[@jaykang2585]

Thanks for good video!!!

[@Shawnie_sama]

Idky this was funny but it definitely was 😂 this guy could definitely do reviews on cars. And there’s a tunnel like this going to Pittsburg and it always makes me paranoid

[@PokerFaceEsq]

Great video, Sir. Keep it up! #757

[@gerardpcollins]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! #757 🙌🏽

[@mr.dodosoft6952]

I thought I was the only one going nuts looking at the rear view mirror camera getting all cross eyed.. lol

[@gerardpcollins]

😆

[@dash-ryan]

I've had zero problems looking at the rear view camera/mirror. So it might depend on the person. Great idea on the spot mirrors!

[@gerardpcollins]

I think you're right. It doesn't bother my coworker, but his wife can't get used to it just like me.

[@SoCalFreelance]

Nice spec. 👌

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks! 👍

[@JordanT3025]

I have been thinking about getting a C8 to DD but I live in Cincinnati, we usually only get 1-2 bad snow storms a year but not sure how well a C8 will hold up in the winter. Most vette owners only drive them in warm weather in Cincy.

[@professor_goodfeels]

This was a great review, 😂😂😂😂

[@blessedUN]

Had to sub after the fried chicken 🤣

[@gerardpcollins]

😆

[@TangledThorns]

Recommend a silicone license plate bracket for the rear plate.

[@peterwho9380]

@ 6:11 This is what we all came here for! :-0

[@rvdawg]

Awesome review as always. Just curious, did you trade in the Bronco?

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks! Yes, I traded in the Bronco and I miss it already. If I could have kept both I would have.

[@rvdawg]

@@gerardpcollins I can see why you did, but I miss it for you as well, lol! Great video as always. Looks like you have a preference for gray! Good color on both. Congrats on the new ride!

[@karinbaker6516]

all cars should be daily drivers.

[@atraingoat885]

My dad just bought one haven’t seen him in 3 days 😂

[@gerardpcollins]

😂

[@greggermany252]

💯💯💯

[@zaddy_andre__]

hey, I have a HTC as well, do you have panel gaps above the windows when the top is up?

[@gerardpcollins]

I just took a close look at my car and the panel gaps on the roof only seem slightly bigger than other panel gaps around the car. But there is weather stripping in those gaps. That may be the reason for slight difference.

[@zaddy_andre__]

@@gerardpcollins sorry, I meant on the inside.

[@redcamaro9401]

2:03 🤣

[@michaelvidal5135]

How does it compare to your previous Alfa Romeo in terms of handling feel?

[@gerardpcollins]

The C8 is definitely more capable but the steering feels a little numb compared to the Alfa. The Alfa had unassisted steering which helped it give slightly better feedback in my opinion.

[@elioquijada7386]

😂 love it

[@LaLiLuLeLoX]

hahahahahaah....awesome review

[@bruhhhhmoment4848]

My state doesn’t require any front licenses plate so it looks stupid with just an empty front lisencr plate part on the grill on cars here

[@richardspurlocck5165]

Still have the Bronco??

[@gerardpcollins]

No, unfortunately I traded it in. It would have been too expensive to keep both. 😒

[@tomchoi7074]

Your tire is only filled to 27?

[@gerardpcollins]

Thanks for pointing that out. The recommended pressure is 30 psi. I'm going to inflate them now. Thanks again!

[@greggermany252]

The door closed is only worse if ur outside!! I apologized to my neighbors in advance

[@NiceterCoolster]

It can be a daily driver as long as you keep a dash cam in surveillance mode. Lots of jealous idiots out there.