Is the 2023 Chevy C8 Corvette the BEST new performance car to BUY?

The 2023 C8 gets some NEW changes from Chevrolet for 2023. Can you see them?
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[@Darkvirgo88xx]

Thanks for providing us with great reviews Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so awesome! Thank you for your extra support!

[@elstingergt3374]

How do you donate?

[@Slainself]

@@elstingergt3374 u have the thanks button under the video aside the download button

[@elstingergt3374]

@@Slainself never knew about it. Thanks now I can directly support my favorite KZbinrs.

[@cesargutierrez8578]

@@Slainself😊😊L

[@dcsteve7869]

1 year and 15,000 miles into ownership and this thing has been flawless. I was not much of a fan of the Corvette until this generation and I took the plunge and have no regrets. This is truly the every day supercar.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome Steve! Thanks for sharing your great ownership experience!

[@MercOne]

Yep I agree, I have never wanted a Vette until now.

[@DoctorGaga87]

A C8 is a super car? 😂 okay bud

[@dcsteve7869]

@@DoctorGaga87 Tell me why it isn't when it provides laptimes as fast as many supercars, accelerates to 60 in under 3 seconds, and has the highest rated initial quality of ANY car model ranked for the last two years.

[@DoctorGaga87]

@@dcsteve7869 go watch a video of it racing on track against super cars and you’ll quickly find out why it ISN’T a super car. Matter of fact, go take your C8 and race against proper super cars and let me know how you do (you’ll be last place).

[@suslinkdontclick6042]

I love how everything is driver focused. Even the cup holders. This is a pure driving experience, the passengers are just along for the ride!!

[@ko7305]

no manual z06 = no thanks. just another appliance.

[@ShariaLawAllDay]

@@ko7305 exactly. That's why the C6 ZO6 and ZR1 with their LS7 and LS9 engines with a manual-only transmission in my humble opinion are the greatest Corvettes of all time.

[@mshinn13]

@@ko7305 Crazy how the paddle shifters are slightly quicker in the 1/4 mile….but yeah whatever you say 🤣

[@ko7305]

@@mshinn13 If you like appliances, sure.

[@AEO21Productions]

@@ko7305 i fuggin LOVE me some Speedqueens ❤

[@joenelson1661]

just got mine a month ago. Orange Exterior, White interior with Orange seatbelts to match the outside. Incredible ride, with not one complaint. Head turner, Beautiful Car inside in out.

[@Superdada]

Dear Lord, if you’re ready, I’m ready. Thank you for Joe’s energy and enthusiasm

[@3030hp]

That red interior is just amazing. I will get a black exterior, red interior one and it will pop!!!

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops!

[@craigthescott5074]

I’ve got a HTC black exterior black interior with red stitching and red seats. Looks awesome.

[@SSGFL1]

I was 651 on the list. Got a call this morning if I wanted to be number 1 on the list. 8 hours later I have a black 70th z51 resting on my driveway. Amazing machine. Thanks for the video. Miracles do happen.

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats! That is exciting!

[@jgs1564]

Great review Joe. I laughed out loud when you said “I wish it was a little bit larger. I know some of you have been told that before, by certain people”…. I love that you inject humor into your very informative and entertaining videos.

[@cheesusclark2926]

I’m one of the ones waiting and fidgeting but right now I’m living thru your “on-throttle” reviews. Great work, for us C8 die hards it never gets old!

[@mj-nc2iz]

I like that "waterfall" of control switches and the separate cockpit feel for the driver, including the angled infotainment system.

[@billgonzalez7120]

Outstanding review! I watch and follow many car videos, your presentation was very comphrensive and your knowledge of Corvettr history are all excellent!. I am a new subscriber !! Thank you for your time and great work !!

[@khoa8718]

Im 19 and as a young car enthusiast its nice that Joe give us a mini history lesson of every car lol, I appreciate it. Also very nice and subtle at 12:46 lol. Thank you for the content

[@PamelaBrandonChromeFoto]

He does his Homework, the knowledge is well presented,as he doesn’t pause with his articulation throughout his review. The little details he shows and discusses even includes the history of the car.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This is my most favorite Chevrolet sportscar. Great job with your content as always Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

You have very good taste Jeremiah!

[@davidwolf226]

I've always been a Corvette fan, but in the last two generations, the C7 & C8 are my favorites. I love the homage to the 53 Vette with the color choices on this particular convertible. Joe, I had made a promise to myself about a year and a half ago that I was going to order a 2022 hardtop convertible to celebrate my 70th birthday, which was this last spring. Much to my dismay, it eventually became clear that the Chevy dealers are all charging so far over the MSRP that my dream has vanished. Darn near heart-breaking. So, I'll have to love the C8 vicariously through a few of my friends.

[@NightTrainRides]

There are plenty of dealers selling for msrp, you just have to order and wait for it.

[@xMeteora__]

I prefer the c6 and c7

[@ThunderBusa]

@@NightTrainRides what dealership you know if is selling at MSRP

[@cool1009]

The largest corvette dealers in the country like MacMulkin but the wait list is like a year long

[@3030hp]

you can get for MSRP, just have to wait, drop me your email and I'll shoot you my contact info.

[@BoardUnderMyFeet]

12:02 "Don't put anymore or you're gonna bust cream all over the place" I lost my shit when I heard this! I love how you sneak these one liners in haha.

[@deoxysx1657]

It’s been great tracking your progress on the road to a million subs Joe and Lori! 👊🏾

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you being on the journey with me!

[@kevincarey2775]

What an impressive car......I can only dream of having one.

[@TheSixStringGuy]

Got to tint 3 of these bad boys at Chevrolet dealership this week....love the racing feel and style. Looks and feels amazing

[@cspark9186]

Great video. I think this beautiful C8 is going to drive you crazy. You will soon be waking up at night in a cold sweat and running down to the garage making sure the C8 is really there and not just a dream. Yes Mr. Raiti, you have entered into The Twilight Zone!

[@vettehottie]

My oh my.....what an exotic beauty! We have a C5 and a C7 but this new C8 has really grown on me. The price hasn't, of course, but damn. The Adrenalin Red interior is gorgeous with the Ceramic Matrix Gray and Carbon Flash accents. Also love the new wheel design - they fixed the biggest issue with the C8 by updating the wheels. I think your last ON THROTTLE was so real it actually put me back in my office chair. Good thing i was not eating Choco tacos or i might have spilled.....great job you guys!!

[@vukstatv7035]

C8 is really growing on me, thought the c7 could never be replaced

[@pfwww12]

Hell yeah Chevy!!! The Corvette has been elevated by a huge margin! I seen a few on the streets. Interior is gorgeous!

[@waynespencer889]

I like the review and I just got mine delivered so I am still learning from videos as well as hands on. You mentioned that the red seat belts were 5 extra horsepower. Never knew that and still trying to figure it out.

[@johnr7794]

Our 2023 non Z51 3 LT HTC has mag ride, performance exhaust, front lift, with carbon flash painted top, nacelles, low spoiler, door blades, and other trim pieces. The carbon flash painted parts really look great on the Arctic White paint with our 2 tone (red/black) interior. This is our 2nd Vette, first was a 2008 convertible with manual transmission, and it is the best car this 75 yo has ever driven.

[@terrybuckley2850]

Joe -- you are TOO MUCH!! The amount of on throttle's in this one was EPIC!! Love the video and your content!! CONGRATS to you and Lori!! Be Blessed!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Terry for being so supportive!

[@ZCAR355]

He’s driven race cars, what do you expect? 😀

[@slyguyaction]

Nobody can do a review on the C8 ZR1 Corvette like Joe can. Wow!! Thanks man!!

[@officialtexastony]

J ~ it was my pleasure to loan it to you for the report, awesome job Joe - cousin tony

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there Tony!

[@EricJones-yi5uy]

I'm a Mustang fan but this Corvette is absolutely gorgeous!!! The interior is especially amazing with the various colors and design, although I'm not a huge fan of having all the controls in one straight line but I will say it makes sense why they would do it that way. I wish Ford would take some tips from this interior and offer more variety and color!!!

[@joeysand2205]

That interior color is crazy. Not usually into bright interiors but it fits prefectly

[@Evancortes35]

I stumbled upon your channel a month ago. Although I was looking for a video on learning English. Now I'm learning the language and watching your videos.

[@mattygunn3852]

Bought my first Corvette this past April. An immaculate 1998 C5 in Torch Red. My dream car!!! I love it! Before I croak I will be adding one of these late model gorgeous girls! I love the Corvette in all of its lovely iterations!!!!

[@Ardentautosports]

Joe’s vehicle knowledge and energetic presentations are always fantastic! I’d probably buy a car from him every time.

[@celtpilot]

love it

[@tylerhorton8537]

I like the red interior it just looks amazing.

[@RaitisRides]

I really pops for sure Tyler!

[@christmaschris487]

I liked the very first generation and nothing ever since. Now I plan to buy one. Never thought I would own an American car, ever, but chevy absolutely killed it with this.

[@texasmade9727]

This is a awesome review!!!! You made me want a C8 Stingray with the Z51 package!

[@slmdsdn351]

*That color combo*

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops

[@johnnyparker2128]

Dream car that's supposed to be affordable but dealers are selling $30K over MSRP. So sad 😮‍💨 It's amazing how Ceramic Matrix Grey can look White depending on the angle.

[@chasejackson7248]

Even without the markups it's still out of range for the majority of people.

[@livinglife3230]

There’s plenty of dealers sale at MSRP, I’ve got 3 in my area in SC

[@optiman18881]

I push my M550i on that same road but you are a CRAZY guy. Thanks for the great reviewing that beautiful C8 Convertible.

[@tkturbo62]

As always awesome content especially about the current corvette. Im for the first time ever will see the corvette c8.r race car version this weekend at Road America. Looking forward to it.

[@Sunjib12345]

Hey Raiti's Rides My Favorite Chevrolet Corvette 2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Convertible 3LT Z51

[@RaitisRides]

I knew you would love this one!

[@Sunjib12345]

@@RaitisRides Yes I Like This One But Chevrolet is Make Some Update For New Car 2023 And Chevrolet is A Best Companies

[@albertthomas4189]

I ' m sooooo looking forward to my first corvette @58 .Will be built in about 6 weeks, getting almost same look this one you showed but white Z51 ,2 Lt red seats ,mag ride , same rim design but midnight gray with red ring outside edge. Rented one about 8 weeks ago to test before factory allocation to make sure of my options. Would recommend anyone order to rent on for a day or two I used Turo went 50 miles over 200 miles day and total was still under $300 .

[@charlesspidell1447]

Where did you rent from?

[@San-ju2xu]

Thanks for these videos man! Appreciate it

[@TomCccog]

Great review as usual. It's a little weird hearing the shifts being so low in the Rev range compared to my flat six porsche. Fantastic car. Can't wait to see one on the road.

[@Barrera909]

I don’t really see joe get this happy and excited with any car so when you see him screaming his lungs out he really enjoys it Ahaa 😎

[@SigCross]

Great work Joe ! Always really enjoy your reviews. I sold my Mustang GT PP1 and thinking of getting a new C8. Love this car !

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! Thanks for saying that! I think you would be very happy with a C8!

[@SHADOWBLACKs650]

You're my review go to guy excellent work as usual, I'm stashing $2,000 a month for a LT2.... $70,000 for a dark horse is not going to happen.... Corvette money is going to get me a Corvette.

[@your_dose_of_reality]

Woo hoo, yeah, nice!! Speed limit sign says 45 @ while doing bout 80. the look on his face says,, hope there ain't no cops ahead. lol

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Woe Apostle Joe Raiti! The C8 Corvett is the Apostle to the American racecar and there's no denying that. I love this review.

[@RaitisRides]

I knew you would be all over this one Luis!

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

@@RaitisRides Yes I love this Vett and it's a beauty.

[@mariowhyte2816]

Maaaaaaaan Chevy put together one steal of a deal here with this C8!!! A local business owner has one and it is a piece of rolling art I tell ya!!! Excellent review Joe and Lori and Steven!!! Blessings!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Mario for being so great!

[@tonyrandal1155]

Great review! I am satisfied with my current C8, recently upgraded rear end with Victor racings wing...

[@denisbrisebois7658]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 what an amazing colour combo for the interior and exterior. Spot on, I just love it Joe & Lori. A+++

[@smittysmitty481]

This car is sick! Solid review Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother man!

[@somejackball]

agreed, the new Vette slaps!

[@furyjo997]

Thank god they got decent wheels on them now

[@Imgrateful777]

So, I happened to surprise my wife with a 2022 C8 LT2 with the Z51 package. We both had corvettes when we first met in our twenties. So, it was a sentimental purchase. I've been a car enthusiast since I was a teen. Had muscle cars, then bought my first vette 1962 at 21. It was semi customized, and it was and still is beautiful. It was a great feel to own, just not a great drive. but a head turner! So, she took delivery of the C8 in March of 2022. She now has 11k miles on it (two long road trips attributed to half that mileage). She has no hesitation pushing the envelope with it. We do track it locally and even get it on a drag strip with some of the muscle cars. I am not a typical collector as we own them to use and really enjoy them. We've had several other corvettes, and the C8 is impressive as its unlike any of the previous generations. The mid engine dual 8 speed clutch and much more chevy implemented changed the game for the corvette. NO ISSUES AT ALL.! Now it's a far cry from the two Ferrari's. A 2020 F8 Tributo & 2019 Ferrari 488 GTB! You're also talking about a hugh sticker price difference. We have 7 adult children and our 5th grandchild due soon, but there is still room for another car. I always wanted a Z06, so I have one on order, but a 2023 delivery is questionable. The vettes are just in my blood, but lean towards the Italian super cars.

[@r12rtpilot]

Great review...Former C7 owner looking forward to buying a C8. Hopefully in a couple of months!

[@davidp2888]

I've seen a C8 in person. The car has a presence; you know it's something special. Great review, Joe! Thanks for bringing this one to us.

[@righteousone1]

It's overpriced plastic trash lol

[@davidp2888]

@@righteousone1 Then don't get one.

[@righteousone1]

@@davidp2888 Yawn.

[@davidp2888]

@@righteousone1 You seem triggered by someone having a difference of opinion. Why is that?

[@righteousone1]

@@davidp2888 LOL! Not at all. Enjoy the overpriced dumpster fire.

[@jeremyspicher6408]

The wall in that stingray is quite great, keeps the passenger out of the driver's seat. If they want in the driver's seat they gotta get approval and go thru the doors.

[@RaitisRides]

Good call Jeremy!

[@brianlee9233]

Looking at all the gens for the Corvette, this Corvette C8 looks absolutely stunning so far! I love it!

[@dansantarsiero1526]

Thanks for this review on the 3lt and the adrenaline red natural dip interior. After the view from the interior when you were driving has me rethinking the adrenaline red dip interior before I submit my final build. I see, as with the natural dip interior, the reflection of the dashboard off the windshield is pretty bad. Even worse. Your observation and thoughts please.

[@WN427]

That’s got to be the nicest spec Corvette I’ve ever seen. Thanks so much for continuing to deliver the business with your unmatched energy 🙌🏼

[@egonpax]

I have loved the Corvette since I was younger and my brother had a 50th Anniversary C5. Thanks for bringing the amazing content! I would actually love the Z06

[@RaitisRides]

I'm so glad that I can bring it to you1

[@craigthescott5074]

The C8 Corvette especially the Z06 has proven to be the most performance for the money in the world right now.

[@AJUSA1]

Dang Rati's Rides grew big time. I was one of the first 10k subs back in the day and boom, this pops up and he's rocking 843K subs!!! Congrats!

[@nelsonmei9527]

Hey Joe, one suggestion for you. Can you add a section where you can show us the ambient lighting of the car? Possibly at night? Ambient lighting is very important for cars now.

[@bill4632]

Tedward does on some of his reviews.

[@smm7540]

At the real MSRP this car is flawless....WITH the markup I'd pick other sport cars to be honest.

[@techvidz4451]

Which other cars?

[@Slayer-xi7pu]

​@@techvidz4451 model s

[@YWUBHYD]

This video is so entertaining it deserves 2 comments 🤣 you’re so exhilarated during the drive, I feel like I’m vicariously living thru you. Thanks lol I’M READY, ON THROTTLE!

[@user-vg7ny8hk9c]

Corvette has always been my #1 sports car since a kid 😊😊👌👌✌️

[@everjeff]

Ceramic Matrix Gray is such a nice color. Can't wait to get the White Pearl Metallic!

[@RaitisRides]

One of my favorites!

[@jsb9317]

That thing handles remarkably well for going 45 mph!😁

[@rafaeltorovip]

One of my favorite cars. Just perfect. Thanks for the video

[@85funnyguy]

The spoiler is also new for 23. It’s called the low profile spoiler and it’s available with or without the z51 package. I’m not sure if I like it better than the standard z51 spoiler. It’s better than the high wing and no spoiler.

[@markremington8000]

I'm still shocked by how well this car puts the power down for a RWD.

[@emmexfyv]

All due to engine placement.

[@mybro727]

@@emmexfyv wrong

[@hosoiarchives4858]

@@mybro727 what’s the answer. I don’t know much about cars

[@willsalazarramirez5139]

CHICLAYO PERU 🇵🇪 🤝 🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you tuning in!

[@willsalazarramirez5139]

@@RaitisRides 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

[@paulwilken8190]

Always loved the vette can’t wait for you to get your hands on a Z06 Joe always a pleasure to watch your videos

[@ml9465]

I am about to purchase a 2023 C8 corvette with carbon flash metallic and 70th anniversary edition package. I can't wait to go get it this Saturday February 4th and it is also a convertible.

[@josephstalin4202]

YES ANOTHER C8 VIDEO

[@RaitisRides]

I knew you would be happy Joseph!

[@LS1007]

The more I see the C8 the more I’m getting to like it. I like red interiors but I think they went a little overboard here. Thanks for the review and ride Joe and well done Steven! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@zolphdiggler]

the red dash is kind of overwhelming

[@LS1007]

@@zolphdiggler it’s a bit much

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Larry! You really are the best!

[@RaitisRides]

It is bright for sure!

[@weirdshibainu]

Red exterior, black interior

[@evlutionzllc5519]

You are an absolute animal! I'm having a blast just watching you have a blast!

[@beeweezee71888]

I will be getting mines this year best sport car in it's class. Great video bud!!

[@stellantistom6881]

What up Joe? Corvette time!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey brother man! Hold on tight!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides ;D

[@dsell37]

Way too much red on the interior for my taste. It would've been nice to incorporate some charcoal gray or black. Overall, great looking Vette!

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you think Daniel!

[@yupperdude1]

Completely agree. Gaudy is the only word that comes to mind

[@norwegianblue2017]

You don't have to get it with ALL red.

[@davidfriese6552]

I would like to see the dash and controls while you are racing around! Thanks for the video. David, Quartzsite AR

[@lawrencelucero8487]

Great review, the corvette passion comes through. Only thing I wished to see was the profile of the car with the top down. Did I miss that?

[@officialtexastony]

JOE ~ it's just a souped up Fiero lol

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there Tony! I actually LOVE a 1988 Fiero GT ever since I was a kid!

[@thereforeiam5217]

Zonk Squad assemble… Joe needs to bring on the Zonda and Sian

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way you think!

[@ancientruinsofficial]

Another amazing review🤠...is there any way you could add 0 to 60s in the reviews😏? That would be an awesome addition to the review😁.

[@plutodestroyer12]

id like to see the black strip of furniture on the sides of the car paint matched . that would dial the 'corniness' down a little bit of its overall look .

[@pepesilvia6949]

thanks for showing me the D Joe. I was nervous at first but you showed it and I wasn't scared anymore.

[@RaitisRides]

You are freaking hilarious!

[@justthatkidd5430]

My dream car man this is a beast

[@RaitisRides]

Dream big for sure!

[@702TifosiGambler]

Hey Joe is both were priced the same, gently used 991.2 GT3 or new Z06?

[@RickSnider-rz6pm]

Love Joe's enthusiasm! I will get my C8 in about 5 weeks

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you Rick for letting me share my passion with you! You are a lucky man!

[@WalkerTexasplumber]

Even at that price it’s a steal

[@RaitisRides]

If you could get it at that price!

[@redzoom7857]

Man, that thing is drop dead gorgeous!!! Too bad I didn’t win that jackpot cause I’d want this spec! 😎 lol

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel!

[@untalentedrapper8118]

Jackpot money might as well just buy the mclaren or lambo

[@tjleland2670]

I like how Raiti review vehicles he is right about the gloss black lot of fingerprints lot of scratches you can see on the camcorder

[@1c3sly13]

20:12 says it all The C7 is my favorite looking car but I'm not mad about the c8. Hope to get one when I'm done with my Camaro.

[@kerryharrelljr2020]

YES!!!!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah Kerry

[@VIshaalnc]

I bought my C43 and Raptor based on your reviews Joe and now i am out looking for something else, replacing my Raptor. I know it will be one of your videos that will make me decide what my next ride is :) Thanks

[@NoHypebeastZay]

Must be nice 🥲

[@drhater2318]

Can I get some money lol

[@richiedeleon566]

The newer design of the corvette is absolutely gorgeous.

[@_WELDR_]

ABSOLUTELY the best review on the C8 convertible 👍🏼👍🏼 can’t wait till mine comes in 😁😁