Is the 2025 Chevy C8 Corvette ZR1 the BEST new supercar to BUY?

[@RaitisRides]

Make sure tell Chevy & I your honest thoughts on the 2025 C8 ZR1 in the comments section! Thank you for let mg me share this historic moment with you!

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

I'm am absolutely digging that color Raiti.

[@RaitisRides]

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425I am right there with you Chris!

[@joek1353]

Need to change that cockpit. The wall makes it look like a regular c8.

[@RaitisRides]

@@joek1353that is a good point

[@ortonboy7]

ULTIMATE THANKS TO YOU BROTHER JOE FOR THE RICH REVIEW

[@AngryColt]

Raiti trying his hardest to be subtle. This thing is insane. Demon 170 Mustang GTD and now this we are seeing history be made.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that

[@daniels3899]

he showed so much restraint to hold back that HUGE HP number lol

[@Wicked_RotF30]

Ford should make the Thunderbird compete against the corvettes. Mustang GTD is dumb.

[@BigViscera]

​@Wicked_RotF30 gtd isn't for corvettes. It's for porsche and the nurburgring

[@drippgxd]

Hell yeah 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅🦅

[@polarfang21]

C8 comes out: not bad, Z06 comes out: oh thats pretty nice, ZR1 comes out: GIMME GIMME GIMME GIMME

[@RaitisRides]

You are so get right about that

[@Edog554]

I’m so glad I didn’t waste my money on that new gt it will be in my driveway

[@dukezap1]

C8 was more than not bad. it's the most notable car of the last 20 years lol. It gets bench marked against everything

[@jortepap]

this ZR1 sounds like CRAP thanks to the turbo's.

[@AUDIS477]

So you just gunna pass the E-Ray?! Lol

[@ZPaul_]

We got a 1000hp corvette from the factory before GTA 6 💀

[@RaitisRides]

They pushed the envelope on this one

[@giovannimateo-ramos1406]

😂😂😂😂

[@TheAce1991x]

I was waiting for a GTA 6 comment 😂

[@eodmadeit]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@righteousone1]

A 40 year old man playing video games lol

[@jd39046]

WE MAKIN IT TO THE CREDIT UNION AND GOING IN DEBT WITH THIS ONE 🗣️🗣️🗣️🔥🔥🔥🥶🥶🥶

[@RaitisRides]

I’m right there with you

[@tktakang9330]

already calling my bank to take out a loan

[@aaronveasley1991]

I’m telling you 🗣️

[@kingcolga1293]

Nah, not me.

[@Forever.Remain.Nameless]

I did tht with the last C8 😂 and ABSOLUTELY LOVED EVERY MOMENT OF IT

[@malcolmar]

Joe, your background knowledge on these cars is unmatched. Because of you now I know what the "ZR" in 'ZR1" stands for. 1064 HP!?!?! I feel like Doc Brown from Back To The Future when his younger self realized he needed 1.21 gigawatts of power to power the flux capacitor. The fact we get all this insane engineering and hypercar performance which will most likely be at a supercar price is mind blowing! This represents the absolute pinnacle of Corvette engineering.1064 HP on pump gas with no electric motors or batteries to weigh it down while passing emissions and all with a warranty. Easily over 200+ MPH and the 1/4 mile in well under 10 seconds. That is INSANE! Now I know we are living in the future. Again, WOW! I do have to add with the Hennessey F5, the Ford Mustang GTD and now this Corvette ZR1, America is serious about taking on the world. These "daily drivers" are putting up performance numbers that used to be considered science fiction and they all sound amazing doing it! I feel like we are seeing the pinnacle of internal combustion engine technology on display for all to see. What a time to be a car enthusiasts! Thank you again Joe and Lori for the great coverage! This is a moment in history!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome! Thank you for saying that!

[@executiveinvestments]

Hypercar performance? You must be high. This car is 3900lbs. lol

[@wesleyjones1169]

I'm not a Corvette person but this is bad ass. I thought this car was going to be at least 800hp or 900hp, but 1064hp my reaction was wtf. If I ever win the lottery I would definitely get one of these. That's just unreal.

[@RaitisRides]

It really is mind blowing

[@LizardMane]

Sounds like you're now a corvette person

[@mohamedalkaboom]

If you win the lotto, buy yourself something better than this clunker

[@LizardMane]

@mohamedalkaboom it definitely would not be a ford of dodge 😂

[@Ohv111]

Things a missile

[@koreyhimself]

Raiti.... you have made hall of fame status.. congratulations to you and the Mrs. I love seeng every bit of it. You never had to change anything. You came out just like this.

[@_Pookiesaurus_]

I can't believe they built this.....Lord please........Let me win the lottery!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey you never know

[@OrionInception]

I said the same thing. I want this car bad!!!

[@righteousone1]

Never considered buying a Corvette until now. Might prefer it over the Emira.

[@kyoakland]

Same

[@kceealexander]

Me too now is the right time to win at least 300k in lottery

[@jamesmace47]

I think I speak for everyone when I say we thank you for the hard work you and great content you put out. We greatly appreciate it ❤❤❤

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back James

[@Todzilla386]

My kids actually like watching your show with me.

[@thatexoticlife]

HELL YEAH Joe!!! Everyone else is watching a “live reveal”…. you’re actually there brother. Keep up the great work, sub for life! ON THROTTLE Baby!! ✌🏻

[@RaitisRides]

I can’t do it without you!

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

I remember when the C7 ZR1 came out, feels like yesterday! Hopefully Joe can get one of these bad boys

[@RaitisRides]

We will see how it goes for sure!

[@redboy81]

Damn ! They went all-in on that thing ! V8 flat-plane crank, twin turbo, carbon wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, 345 Pilot Cup 2 R's, heat extractor hood, big wing, etc 👀👀

[@righteousone1]

Might be finally worth it to buy a Corvette.

[@black_hearted6925]

@@righteousone1always been worth it. Easiest cars to modify & tune

[@John.Christopher]

​@@righteousone1you're just going to pass up the 500hp stingray and 670hp z06? Get out if here 😂😂😂

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

​@@John.Christopheragreed this is fun to look at but realistically I'd rather have 500hp and a trunk

[@righteousone1]

@@black_hearted6925 Corvettes don't hold their value except for a select few.

[@civicpride1986]

Chevy hit a home run with the design and performance for this car.. car is not even out and it is already a future classic.

[@RaitisRides]

They really knocked it out of the park

[@jg9769]

Nobody does car unveilings like Joe. On throttle!!!!!

[@amill1563]

The HTC color is sick! Thanks Joe and Lori for a rare look on this day.

[@OrionInception]

This car is insane!!! Lived way beyond my expectations!! I need this dream car to come true. Chevy knocked this one out the park!!

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@Artofspeedd]

If anyone is going to bring the ZR1 to KZbin, my boy raiti is always on the job

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being so supportive

[@Artofspeedd]

@@RaitisRides you're welcome

[@Wicked_RotF30]

That is a beast. Looks amazing in yellow. Adolph Thornton definitely would have bought one, if he were still alive.

[@amill1563]

Joe with the IN PERSON exclusive!! Way to go!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Toby! I wanted to bring you the best!

[@rickjames6867]

They went all out on this car. Phenomenal machine. It really doesn't get any better than this. Thanks for another special review Joe.

[@batmanxgr]

Joe, I love your car history!!!!! Amazing preview on the new ZR1 Vette!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for letting me share it all with you!

[@esaireyna899]

12:21 HOLY SHINTOOOOO!!! 1,064HP from the 5.5L LT7 Twin Turbo flat plane V8?! That’s some serious balls and first time being built in Bowling Green KY

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@esaireyna899]

@@RaitisRides of course I guess no car enthusiasts or anyone doesn’t have to go to the aftermarket to soup up their cars including the Vette cuz this is just enough power to go against other cars I bet it’s gonna leave the hypercars in the dust when it goes on sale

[@RaitisRides]

@@esaireyna899this is so very true

[@executiveinvestments]

@@esaireyna899 How much do you wanna bet? Its a mid 9 second car. 60-130 is 4.9. Slower than every hypercar made. And way slower than even a cheap Tesla Plaid. lmao

[@GrahammdYT]

Wow. They perfected it! I hope they did wonders with the launch control!!

[@MisterMikeTexas]

That's a badass Vette!! I'll bet Emelia Hartford would love to get her hands on this!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad that you like it

[@wbwayne8887]

I'd be shocked if she didn't already have her order in.

[@charlesgroover9646]

300 horsepower used to blow my mind 😢

[@RaitisRides]

Those were the days!

[@gwoo39617]

You must've grown up in the 80's like me

[@TheAce1991x]

Man Chevy knocked it out of the park with that bad boy that's hyper car class numbers 1064 hp.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@koreyhimself]

Chevy you nailed it. Flawless... this purple is amazing

[@pharoahmonk50]

"Once an educator, always an educator". Amazing how you still educate and inspire with your car reviews!

[@mikelewis2456]

Joe I’m overwhelmed with 1064 HP. The only thing missing is butterfly doors.🤔

[@RaitisRides]

Doesn’t need that at all

[@drippgxd]

Butterfly doors 🦋 overrated af imo

[@vladpootin5973]

Man, you Americans are totally awesome indeed! Even though I may never be able to see one of these in real life where I live, much less attain one, being a car guy, just knowing that it exists because of the bold and brash Americans at and of Team Corvette makes me so happy and at peace. So, really all that is left for me to say is, God Bless America 🇺🇸🫡👍🏻

[@illumination357]

The Zr1 is crazy! I wanna see it race the demon 170!

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah

[@wbwayne8887]

Spoiler alert: The Demon will lose in spectacular fashion. The reason GM developed the mid-engined C8 in the first place. Only so much traction a high hp rwd front engined car can generate, especially on an unprepped surface.

[@acr497]

NGL!!!! This is the 1st video that I’ve watched from beginning to end from Raitis Rides !!! And Congrats man for the special first look at this beast!!!

[@cls2863]

Wow wow wow, just jaw dropping. All around, corvette did a great job.

[@RaitisRides]

My thoughts exactly!

[@muffinman4353]

The best new Super car purchase to buy was my pre ordered 23' C8 1LT with the seventieth anniversary badging at MSRP, 64K . The car's a beast....For the money, it's the best bang for the buck.

[@6Chainz11]

A Hyper American Car is insane

[@stevedolan5065]

Wow…what a BEAST this will be…! Great job Joe and Lori!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much Steve I appreciate it!

[@DavidPtaszek]

Love the content Joe!! Such a phenomenal Corvette ZR1 and it looks and probably drives magical. Keep up the great content!!! Can’t wait to see one in person!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me be the one to bring it to you!

[@armandobustos14]

When i saw this come out i searched and looked for your review, love your reviews compared to everyone else you do it the best brother

[@emilyvanquish]

Joe, this Corvette looks the coolest. This color should be called tansy yellow. 💛💛

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are loving this one Emily!

[@scottbarker9058]

Joe I'm a loyal subscriber.. mid 60-s...I've had many muscle cars..now still have my 19 Z06 Manuel coup...loven it!!!my car is basically stock other than exhaust mods..no way can I come ever close 2 ussen all the horse poweers this car has!!!unless urr a proff. race car driver...many people will get theirselves-destroyyed with this much power...great review.

[@REALMIGXWOO]

i’m tryna see raiti on throttle with this one 🐐

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned for sure

[@SuperBacDoc]

C’mon bro! “On throttle, here we go!” Oh Yeah!!!!

[@REALMIGXWOO]

@@RaitisRides 💫💫

[@REALMIGXWOO]

@@SuperBacDoc yu kno tha brodie ✅

[@abdulaziz-montana]

Now this is so aggressively insane!! I do love it more than any other brands though.

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

A mind-blowing Vette!! It’ll be an awesome car to buy once it comes out!

[@RaitisRides]

It’s going to be interesting to see what the price is!

[@Jake-ih2nu]

What a day it was when I walked into Dimmit in Countryside and bought the first Z06 for 2007, an all black 7 litre naturally aspirated gem. I rushed thru the paperwork and even declined them wanting to fill it up with a free tank of gas because I couldn't wait to get it out on the roads. The 427 also didn't require a break in procedure so it was "on throttle" on US 19....

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

Finally a new ZR1🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@1skintyte]

No 1 reviews a car quite like you. Your videos are so awesome. Thank you for your time and knowledge🙏🏽👍🏽👊🏽

[@gordydexter2615]

Joe thank you for this introduction to the C8 ZR-1. Wow I wasn’t expecting over 1000 horsepower…. 1064 & 828 lb.-ft of torque. I like that you can still get it in the convertible model!!!! I might have to trade my Porsche 911 Turbo S in on this mighty Corvette. I am still leery of the 5.5 L Flat-Plane crank for durability. Ferrari is still shaking their heads at Chevy going with such a large liter size engine. Ferrari always kept the size down around 4.0L. Great video‼️ It may be difficult to get this model! Please tell Lori that she is awesome!!! You guys make an awesome team together!!!! Would you prefer the Ford GTD over this ZR1. With a 1064 horsepower it may be quicker than the GTD. This ZR1 may be a bargain in comparison to the Ford GTD. Oh well it is cool to see this Corvette finally revealed!!! Cheers to you both‼️ 👍👊💪😎🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that we could bring it to you! Great commentary!

[@Irishmanbikes]

Wow, Joe; you really know your stuff on this hot car. Lori you did a great job recording this car. Can't wait until you are driving one Joe!!

[@RaitisRides]

We are very grateful for your support!

[@rsmith2320]

ON THROTTLE!

[@blankiyomadrid]

Can’t wait to buy one in 5 years

[@RaitisRides]

Sounds like a plan!

[@cody3335]

You’re the friggin best and thank you for bringing us all the new cars as soon as anyone can get the clearance!

[@nexusapp]

I love the 2025 Corvette, enhanced in so many way.

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@antoniocail5608]

Joe what a excellent video this car is absolutely sick. Can't wait to see it in person

[@everjeff]

Amazing numbers! Joe, you need one! Hah!

[@RaitisRides]

I think you might be right Jeff!

[@drippgxd]

I’m a Ford guy at heart but man I love the corvette in general. C7 and C8 are awesome. Imo I don’t like how the C8 stingray looks because I see them everywhere lmao but I love how the C8 Z06, Eray, and now the ZR1 looks. That’s my new dream car right there 1000+hp without electric motors Lets freaking go!!!

[@timbrown9731]

Well, the Corvette team did not disappoint me. I was hoping to see about 950 to 980 hp Joe! Even bigger question is is Joe going to get one? I was born in 78 Joe I remember when the LT5 came out, that was pretty memorable for me that Corvette and the Supra.

[@RaitisRides]

We will have to see how it pans out! The original LT5 was freaking amazing for the time.

[@PlayafromtheHimalayas]

The LT7 is interesting. The turbos are on the exhaust manifold, so it's the same principle as the hot v mounted turbos but the mid engine gave them more room to mount on the side. Time will tell if this thing has good oil circulation or if it starts eating main/rod bearings.

[@LuisUrbieta]

Viva the Chevy Corvette the Apostle to the Super Cars!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad you like this one Luis

[@LuisUrbieta]

​@@RaitisRideseven though it's too early to know what the exact pricing will be we can maybe estimate that it'll be in the thousands of dollars range. But right now pricing has not been set in stone as of this recording. Let the letter [C] stand for the price.

[@KeithL0761]

Awesome video Joe! Great job showing us this insane Corvette!! Can’t wait to hear it roar!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Keith! Stay tuned for the drive.

[@goulartaf66]

That car would look amazing in F 35 fighter Gray

[@fahimmando]

The ZR1 looks sooo cool!! Btw I’ve been watching you for 4 years now! Been a big fan and I really wanted to meet you in person!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for being so supportive! Hopefully one day we can make it soon.

[@rafidnasrin2139]

​@RaitisRides ..Joe me too ..I am a huge fan of yours..I really want to meet with you.

[@BruceLeeRoy26]

I thought about getting this car but didn't like how low it was so I decided to get a 2012 Jeep Compass instead.

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there

[@JMD535]

...I was watching on my TV,...and had to come online with the Cph,...as I had to show some comment luv for Joe's comment,..."like a bug in a race car rug"! That got me... Good vid Joe.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Twinkie colored ZR1 👍 I like the standard, convertible one !

[@RaitisRides]

Raitis Rides style

[@markbaldassari5116]

Raiti is awesome. In a sea of YTers remotely speculating on the unveiling.. my dude is THERE ON LOCATION with it. 🤘

[@DayneJAH333]

I knew it, I knew it, I knew it. I know they had to make it TWIN TURBO.

[@RaitisRides]

You were right!

[@devinlwoods]

I can't wait to hear this ZR1's soundtrack!

[@JesseJones-nv3vd]

I love this car! This and the new Cadillac Sollei are the best designed cars GM has made, up there with the 50s & 60s cars. 1,048 HP though?! 😮

[@RaitisRides]

HP is mega huge!

[@davidwolf226]

I couldn't be happier with the return of this Competition Yellow color!

[@bentleyfierro3926]

C8 Raises Bar AGAIN!! Meanwhile, Porsche can’t even build a convertible hardtop.

[@RaitisRides]

Kind of crazy isn't it.

[@mohamedalkaboom]

Ya but they build a better car

[@apricotmadness4850]

@@mohamedalkaboomMore like a more boring car.

[@lexburen5932]

convertible hardtop is way to heavy. But for for the corvette thats ok. Because it needs to luxurious as well. to keep spoiled americans happy. ^.^

[@Stevemb-ts3bk]

That’s ZR 1 is AWESOME in yellow can’t wait for review on throttle to hear that exhaust sound coming from 1064 hp engine.

[@blaketindle4703]

No it’s not the best new supercar……it’s the best new hypercar!!!

[@TheDiskinsDoEverything]

Only channel to actually take a breath and show us the whole car! Sub

[@rutIedge]

1064 HP 😮

[@RaitisRides]

That’s what my face looked like!

[@voodoodiecast]

@@RaitisRideshate to say it Joe but you got the wrong 1,00hp car😅 but it’s all good👍🏼

[@darniusterix5774]

Amazing review and history lesson! And this has to be the best looking super car on the market!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and letting me share it with you!

[@crap80]

I'd rather have a C4 ZR1!

[@jcartier9yearsago403]

no one cares

[@RaitisRides]

That will be my choice!

[@RaitisRides]

@@jcartier9yearsago403I care 😊

[@matrixgrey58]

Insane take

[@stevennaumovski6734]

He does such a good education in cars. You just fall in love with his videos. What a nice gentleman. Just makes me buy a car. Hope I can meet him one day. What a champ. The car are really changing. ZR1 and the GTD woooooww❤️🍰

[@ScottBeyerRacing]

Wild

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@BLAKizLurKin]

OMG Raiti!! GM blew their tatget to pieces with this! Great video on this beast with much beauty in her!

[@justinthematrix]

Whoa those carbon fiber wheels are sexy

[@chuckgrenci6404]

There were quite a few KZbins on the ZR1, I picked Raiti's Rides because (you know); excellent review.

[@EIonMusk1]

Incoming triggered Europeans 🤣

[@crushbaseball4270]

Chevy killed it, this is my dream car and if I ever could afford it I would get the exact spec as the yellow one. Also I have a feeling that somehow chevy will keep the price around 180K

[@RaitisRides]

Dream big!

[@xavierweathington9776]

You the 🐐‼️ FIRST ACTUALLY IN CAR REVIEW I HAVE SEEN SO FAR💯

[@Murjam100]

Love the Vette. Great video. It’s so cool in the dark with the spot lights, very dramatic effect. Keep the great reviews coming.

[@user-mx3nv2en1h]

Corvette has currently left its bases and has entered the Supercar range, and this is something that Corvette has been working on for quite some time and as all Corvette enthusiasts already know. Corvettes have been credited for their speed and their performance and the light weight of the vehicle with the fiberglass body and they have had some moments where the horsepower went down and they've had some moments where the horsepower has raised back up and that's where we're at now but they are breaking barriers down completely with this new ZR1 over a thousand horsepower that is amazing. A lot of people would not even know how to handle such horsepower like this because not any just average driver could just jump in this car and push the pedal straight to the floor in this extremely powerful car because this thing could get away from you. I know there's a lot of people out there that think they can drive about anything and there are some people out there with those kind of capabilities but some of the ones that think they can do it would end up wrapped around a tree somewhere. I haven't heard myself with the official pricing of this car is going to be but I would take a guess and would say probably will be in the upper 100 range or lower $200,000 range but I probably would lean more towards the $200,000 range because you are purchasing a lot of car here and GM knows that.

[@spiffy_outlaw]

Been waiting for this thing ever since the C8 came out, and it was well worth the wait! Absolutely stunning!

[@rudfil]

Insane numbers for a Corvette, can’t wait to see this take on the best from Europe.

[@JosephNnbs]

1064 and 345s are crazy. Especially on 21s it obviously works and looks phenomenal but a 19/20 track tire setup would give more sidewall and width availability

[@danielfair4675]

345's aren't to crazy, the c6 version had 335's waaaay back in 2009 when it debut'd. Even the c6 GS & Z06 sported 325's

[@RaitisRides]

It is nuts Joseph for sure!

[@RaitisRides]

Very good point!

[@7youngke]

Unbelievable! Can’t wait to see some track times. Hood looks awesome. HP insane

[@oo7agent993]

I always love Corvette and I agree it's a lot cheaper van Lamborghini Ferrari and Porsche but I still can't afford it LOL maybe I'll try to get a used one 10 years from now

[@marklong6740]

Love your videos! Always full of great info.

[@WholeCosmos]

My dad had a 1990 ZR1. He would pick me up at elementary school in it. Later I drove it once before he sold it. Whoever he sold it to got a steal of a deal. I wish he never sold it. I want one of These..nay, I need one! LOL

[@newatlantisrepublic6844]

Got mine on order. Can’t wait!

[@adriangrier322]

The ZR1 is insane beautiful car GM knock it out park even those wheels are 🔥 great video by the way

[@JourneyStand]

Amazing car. Absolute beast. The way Chevy has managed the C8 platform is what Acura should have done with the NSX.

[@alverezvillan]

Bruh!¡!! How are you excited and calm at the same time about this ZR1!!!???!! That intro was killer!!! Did you have a red bull and bourbon beforehand ?? Awesome job, awesome car.... ps I'm going to get some caliper sized twinkies because of you😂😂😂

[@Roadbunny777]

Thank you for this video, Jo. I love the corvette name plate for all my life. One day, I'll own one of them

[@Boomtendo4tw]

I like how they brought back the split window

[@Benayahu223]

Chevy just killed this! Unreal! The only thing they are missing, is a manual gear box man, ...but, other than that, my God, thank you Chevy!