Lyle Rents A C8 Corvette!

[@Mr102373]

I have owned several but I recently purchased a C7 ZO6, this thing has so much torque and power. I will be in love with this for a long time.

[@joelking111]

I've owned a '19 1LT C-7 since '21 and absolutely love the car.. While in San Diego last month I rented a '24 1LT C-8 through Turo that had 5K miles on it. I had the car for 5 days and it cost 200 bucks more than a Camry, total! Three observations from me. I'm 6'3" and to me, it was a little more difficult to get in and out of than my C7. My girlfriend and I thought the cabin noise at 70 mi an hour was louder than my car. Finally, the storage was way less than my C7. I'm a golfer and if we're traveling with my clubs, she's going to have to leave her luggage at home, haha! The C-8 is definitely fast, I just read an article yesterday that they are depreciating faster than C-7's percentage wise. Perhaps the last front engine Corvettes might have some collector value down the road. The C-8 is a great car but I'm sticking with my C-7.

[@jimferrill1790]

Lyle, that was THE best revue I’ve heard of the C8. Thank you very much. I can tell you have no axe to grind and aren’t shilling for GM either. Very, very, nice!!

[@johnr7794]

We love our 2023 3LT HTC non-Z51 Arctic White with magnetic ride, front lift, performance exhaust, front splitter, black exhaust tips, two tone (black/red) interior and carbon flash painted top, nacelles, low spoiler, mirrors, intake blades, and wheels is the perfect car for us. We will never track it and it’s capable of more performance than we will ever need. Our 2nd Corvette and the best vehicle this 76yo has ever driven. I am 6’2” and 220#, the C7s I drove felt very cramped. Our HTC doesn’t transmit any mechanical noise from the engine and we can roll down the rear window so the music from the performance exhaust can easily be heard even with the top up. I am really happy with this vehicle and glad I bought it.

[@MrBobbyf1959]

Another great video, Lyle. My last Corvette was a C5. I want to get into a C7 for my last hurrah. When the C8 came out, it wasn't doing a thing for me and now that I see more on the road, my opinion has not changed. But I am glad you were able to fit inside the newest Vette!

[@gregkistner1955]

Great way you explain things! Good show !

[@MrFcwright]

You son has a valid point regarding the C7

[@BLUESKY-df7nd]

You made my decision so much easier . Thank you for the video . By the way, I'm a fan of your channel. So are my friends .

[@csvette]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@franklp2183]

Thanks for providing your perspectives on the C8. I've had my C5 for about 14 years and am really looking forward to my next Corvette being a C8!

[@roygonzales392]

Don’t trade it n man c5 the best

[@nassauray]

I agree 100% with You. I have a C8 and a C5. The C8 is like a Rocketship and the C5 is my Sunday driver

[@RhettCrowell-dp8dc]

Great video, Lyle! You sold me, Turo, here I come. After watching you for so long and the trust you have built in me, thank you for your input again, and I can't wait to go out and experience what you shared!

[@michaelhyman9667]

Thanks Lyle!!

[@frankpavan7865]

Glad you both were able to review the C8. Turo may be my first step to driving one. Thank you.

[@snakedog77]

Rented one from Turo in San Francisco for two days. Awesome car. Drove along the coast and in the hills. WOW

[@TL-vt8uk]

Interesting review of the C8. I live up in Alberta, Canada and was walking in the city centre on a snowy day, an I was shocked to come across a C8 parked on the street, snow falling, snow and salt covered roads....I wondered to myself..."do the C8's have a snow mode...?"... I doubt it!

[@robertrickel9205]

They do have a snow or weather mode

[@Z06GT1]

Thank you for your review Lyle.

[@richknudsen5781]

9/27/24 and it's not sunny today in Florida Lyle. Hopefully you and yours are safe and sound so far.

[@csvette]

Man, we got really lucky in our area. The folks further north on the west Coast had biblical levels of destruction from 20+ foot storm surge. Cedar Key was almost completely destroyed. Thank you for checking on us! Lyle

[@GeneD283]

Excellent review you echoed my thoughts exactly as the owner of a 2023 HTC. My last Corvette was a new purchase also in 1990 it was my daily driver for 15 years. Loved that car also but it's not in the same league as the C8 on pretty much every dimension except ease of maintenance due to mid engine design.

[@rusty-t3u]

My Corvette buddy has a C8. I agree the seats in the 8 are superior to my 7. I do prefer the style of the C7 over the C8 because the C7 reflects the curved body design of the C5 and C6. For me the Corvette heritage is important. In time I got over the oval tail lights of the C5 (had 2 of them) and the fixed head lights of the C6. The lines of the C8 are more "angular" and sharp. I imagine in time I'll get over that too.

[@HorsePowerObsessed]

Totally agree, the C8 is just a different experience quality wise over previous generations Corvettes. Great video here, Lyle.

[@csvette]

Thanks 👍

[@TiDucati]

I have read the same, the C8 is a great sports car but the C7 is a great Corvette. With that said I do think I'll get a C8 one day but would keep the C7 if possible.

[@Easy_Eds]

As much as I like it, it is difficult for me to view the C8 as a Corvette.

[@ajaq7944]

Lyle, I really don’t care much for the C8 but love your take on it. My bucket list includes visiting your shop in Sarasota!!!

[@philippodolsky2368]

Thanks for the information, Lyle. I want to like the C8, but I felt cramped when I sat in one--and I am only 6'6". The C5 seems to be the best fit for me, thus far.

[@trevorrobinson8920]

awesome info, my wife and I are thinking of renting a c8 off Toro in vancouver canada. thank you

[@todd11lou15]

I currently have a 2019 GS M7 that I love. I’ve driven my friend’s 2022 C8 with Z51 twice on the streets and once on a track. My take is that my C7 is more fun to drive but the C8 is much more comfortable for me as far as leg room goes. I’m 6’3” and feel somewhat cramped in my C7. I can stretch my legs out fully in the C8. That would have been nice on the Corvette Caravan that we just completed. I’m currently working on the finances to allow me to keep my C7 and buy a C8. Two Corvettes is better than one! By the way Lyle, I had my picture taken with you at the 2023 Corvettes at Carlisle to show my friends how “short” I am.

[@edstingray3828]

I still have my first 1972. I've owned 2 C5 320k and 90k. C4 autocrossed mainly C6 GS lt1 it was good. C8 Z51 HTC Lift GT2 Lt2 32k in 22 months. Oh my. Great ride 5 plus hours in the rain. I never do thst in a C4, C5, C6. Behind the wheel. I'm 70. C6 tail of the Dragon twice. C8 unbelievable on Dragon. Wet/Rain driving C8, never got squirrel on 5k trip. HTC pulling over on interstate and 20 seconds top up. I drive my 72 with T tops straps to back carrier, unless I need fuel or rain. I'll got 23k on Summer tires. I changed to All Season all run flat. Love the show.

[@Volkswagenplanet]

THE C8 IS NO C4, YOU CAN SEE HOW THE C4s HELPED PRODUCE THIS BEAST. I HAVE A C4 VERT. I HAD A C8 FOR A MONTH AND A HALF. IT WAS IN THE SHOP FOR FRUNK SENSOR BEING FAULTY. I WAS PAYING TO DRIVE.A IMPALA. I LEMON LAW THE C8. YOU ARE RIGHT ABOUT THE SEATS. I HAD A BASE MODEL C8 AS WELL. IT IS A GREAT CAR. I FINALLY WAS ABLE TO BUY MY C4 VERT BACK 2 YEARS AGO. IT WAS THE ONLY VETTE I EVER OWNED. I SOLD IT TO MY NEIGHBOR. HE OWNED IT FOR 18 YEARS. IM REALLY NOT A CORVETTE GUY, BUT THE C8 IS A LEGEND. I WILL TAKE MY C4 OVER THE C8 ANY DAY. IM THE ONE , THE FEW FAITHFUL C4 OWNERS. GLAD YOU HAD THE CHANCE TO DRIVE A C8. MEXICO IS A LONG WAY TO GO ( WINK, WINK) TO PUT YOUR FOOT IN THE GAS PEDAL. I REALLY NEED TO COME TO THE SHOP. IM IN SUN CITY CENTER. IM THE YOUNGEST RESIDENT THERE.

[@csvette]

@@Volkswagenplanet come visit!!!

[@Volkswagenplanet]

@@csvette im in the porcess of moving to Sun City at the end of the month. When things calm down, its on the list to visit.

[@mikerisner]

As a short guy who owns a C7 GS, I like your son's take on C7s being a great "Corvette." Eventually, I might consider a post-C7 Vette, but the divider between driver and passenger is just hostile neglect for the passenger. Yep, my wife hated it, and so did I when I sat in that seat. So I will have another look once the interior is updated.

[@Jaygastelum-qv1ek]

I’m fortunate to own a 22 C8 3LT, a C7 Z51 convertible, and a C6 convertible 6 sp manual transmission. All great! My favorite to drive is the C6. The most impressive is my red mist metallic C8. Hands down the most advanced and smooth as a baby’s bottom!

[@BannonTube]

6’11”? Hardly! I had the pleasure of meeting Lyle at Corvettes at Carlisle in 2023. He’s not a hair over 6’ 10.825” 😂 Thanks lyle for helping me through my initial issues with the Solar DLX. Turns out I never valet the car so it doesn’t matter. 😅 Glad you found a Vette you can fit in “comfortably”. John

[@csvette]

Great to hear from you again, John!

[@outsidethegames1884]

Appreciate this review Lyle I feel you on the height thing. A lot of corvettes hard to sit in let alone to feel comfortable in. Feet, legs and torso. C8’s are amazing to see what GM has done with the Corvette now.

[@richardoconnor1712]

After owning a z51 since March, I am with your son on this one. It’s nice, but not a Corvette. When I went back to the dealership to trade for my C7 even, it was gone. I need to add we have to remember that GM has not made a dependable automatic since the C6, it appears the C8 is no different.

[@JWH4444-x1l]

Lyle I finally bought my first new vette in 2019…. I’m 6ft4 and didn’t fit in the C7 ..it was very uncomfortable…great car but uncomfortable…I recently sold it and went back to a C5 anniversary edition ..I’ve had a c3 c6 c5 c7 and feel the c5 is the best of the lot..I’ve been in a c8 but felt it also was very tight in fit…I also don’t like the dash layout at all…

[@darindelegal1102]

I've had a C4 ('84 w/Z51), C6 ('12 Grand Sport Centennial Convertible), C7 ('17 Stingray 2LT, Z51), and C8 ('20 Stingray 3LT w/everything) and still own the C6 and C8. I've experienced the evolution through those years and while I've loved them all, the C8 is on a whole different level. It's the best daily driver of the bunch, and the best performer of the bunch.

[@failingup4907]

C6 with a manual all day long over a C8. Way more fun to drive.

[@gsmith207]

6-6 and a gangly 190 I barely fit in my C7 and C3. my C4 tons of room. Can’t imagine 6 -11. I would run the car with no cushions and in my socks lol. Awesome thank you!

[@csvette]

@@gsmith207 I did sit in a C7 with no seat in it and fit quite nicely. Of course, the seat bolts puncturing my posterior made it less enjoyable than it could have been…🤪

[@joeg9810]

Great feedback. I was looking to but one when they came out and the ADM made that impossible. At the time I owned a C7 Z51 with and auto and felt like I couldn't wring out the HP. Due to no dealer wanting to sell me a C8 for MSRP I traded for a GT350. I do miss the C7 and some of the things about it as it is a different car than the GT 350. But man can you wring out the HP in the flat plane in the GT 350, it is much more engaging and fun to drive in my opinion. I would love to have another Corvette but if I got a C7 it would have to be a manual.

[@csvette]

The GT350 is a once in a generation car...as long as you manage the copious oil consumption, they are amazing cars to drive! :) Lyle

[@joeg9810]

@@csvette Knock on wood, I have had zero issues with oil consumption on my car. Not a drop between oil changes.

[@davidshifflettmbalutcffssc4285]

Great job! I’m getting ready to purchase a C-5 convertible. I had a C-4 convertible

[@OMEGATECH]

Thank you, Thank you Lyle for the review on how you fit inside the C8 because I am a C5 Corvette owner and at 6'4" when I got into a C7 of my cousins ​​it was so totally different, my knee kept hitting the rear hatch release it just didn't feel right so maybe when I get a chance I'll try the C8 Corvette👍

[@cliffh8486]

I did the same thing off Turo I rented 2 of them. It saved me a ton of money because the 2lt isn’t worth the money imo. Nor is the z51. However the HTC is a must have. I absolutely love the C8 I am going to buy the 1lt and drive it daily. Truly an amazing machine

[@davepeachey2807]

Lyle, your sons take on the C8 is just exceptional. To paraphrase, rather than quote, he feels that the C8 is a better car, but not a better Corvette. My sentiments exactly; the car is so very different that it is no longer a true Corvette, but an outstanding car in its own right. Maybe GM should have created a stand-alone brand for it.

[@robertbass974]

I have a C7 Z06 that I bought 9 years ago. My buddy bought a new C8 Z51, and we traded for a long weekend recently. The C8 is a nice driving car, but I wanted my Z06 back. He didn't want to trade back! Too bad you can't fit in a C7 because they are,in my opinion, the most fun Corvette ever!

[@artbaer3122]

Lyle, I agree with your son. My 19 GS, at 51K miles, is pure joy to drive and I am very comfortable (6' 4" and 230 lbs) in it. On the other hand, I find your comments concerning your size and how you fit in a C8 amazing. When I sit in a C8 with the seat adjusted to my comfort, my head hits the coupe cross brace and the seat bolsters are too tight. A limited test drive is the best I can do in a C8, while my GS is comfortable all day long in 600+ mile drives. I am hopeful that the C8 interior redesign (2026?) will help as I would love to have a C8 GS (2026 or 2027) to join my 19 GS.

[@georgerusche2247]

Awesome review Lyle thanx for the info on TURO to rent one I'm thinking in England when I'm visiting I currently live in Md.

[@csvette]

Go for it!

[@stuartsherman5975]

Thank you for the quick response and great information. I appreciate your professional input. Although I am only a car enthusiast, I totally agree with you.

[@csvette]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tomtom72]

Hi Lyle, glad U & your son had a good time driving the C8. Does C&S do any mechanical work on C8's? You know there are a few of us that bought used ones and are out of warranty. I liked your review as it was a lot more realistic than the track testing and 30-minute drive reviews. Your son has a point. I'm in my early '70's. At 24 I started with a used '72 LT-1. It was a used race car & I had to rebuild it. Kept it 10 yrs. & 60k + miles. That car had factory A/C & a stitch welded frame & corner braces, F41, M22, J56 & factory side pipes. I was young and could put up with the rudeness. What a gas that car was! LOL Next in '05 I buy a '90 ZR-1 & I'm the 2nd owner @ 7400 miles. Joined the Registry and fixed all the issues mostly from sitting. That car was everything my LT-1 car wanted to be but couldn't. It was like comparing the space shuttle to a Sopwith Camel. I had the Z for 19 yrs. and 60k+ miles. Each car was sold due to stuff that needed to get done. Just this month I bought a 4800-mile 1 owner '21 3LT Z51 car. What little I have driven it, it makes my Z car look like the Sopwith Camel, and it seems by reading the FSM more complicated than the space shuttle. One thing though, the C4's were the last true analog corvettes, fwiw JMHO. I liked the C4 sport seats in the Z the best, although the comp seats in the C8 are a close 2nd. Save the Wave!

[@csvette]

We are working hard to familiarize ourselves with the systems that are C 8 specific. We are already familiar enough with them to perform most general maintenance to our standards. 😊

[@garrettmanson2029]

Love the review Lyle👍

[@petercarey5074]

I really enjoyed your review. Lyle The main reason is because of your size. With the thousands of reviews that have surfaced since the release of the C8, yours is very unique from the driver's size and build point of view. Plus, your own ability to "drive" probably exceeds most of ours. So, your "testing" was probably a lot more thorough than most of ours would have been. Now, your son's analogy was very unique stating that he felt the C8 was a better car, but the C7 is a better Corvette. I can relate to that. Right from the get-go I've wanted a C8 mainly because of its design, let alone the fact that because it's a mid-engine, it's not truly in the supercar category. I can relate to a mid-engine in my own silly way, in that when I was a kid, I had some experience in driving go karts. Really driving them. Yeah, silly analogy I know. But having the engine in the rear was phenomenal! I can only imagine what driving an "adult" size rear engine car is like. Maybe someday. Save the Wave 🙋‍♂

[@Kevs442]

At 6'2" and 250#, my Procharged C7 Z51 convertible barely fits me, but I scrunch and wedge myself in. I think they designed the C7 for someone 6' or less and 200# and under. There is NO WAY 6'11" is fitting in there! Even with the top down, your chin would be above the top of the windshield! My C4 base convertible had more hip and knee room, but I still felt I was just a bit too tall for it. I'm glad to hear the C8 has more room.

[@richardelliott8352]

I am 6' 2" and was careful to make sure I fit inside a C5 . I didn't;t want another sports car where I had to duck down to see a traffic light because the window frame was in the way. A convertible C5 has the largest interior room of any corvette, and that statistic will probably stand for a long time.

[@stevedolan5065]

I love the look of c8 and the idea of a mid engine…but when I got into it…it was a loaded 3LT HTC, I had an awful time getting in and over the GT 2 seat bolster. I’m not real flexible at 77 years old. Next I was taken for a ride and instantly didn’t like the small foot box on the passenger side nor the “waterfall”. I felt like I was sitting in cramped cubicle. I’m sure if I was a younger guy it would have been a far better experience. My c6 will have to remain my Corvette of choice I guess. Thanks for posting this video!

[@csvette]

The base seats are far more comfortable… you may want to drive a base car. Big difference for me!

[@JimmyH1020]

Lyle, I watch all your videos and have really enjoyed and got a lot of knowledge from them. Not car related but never knew you were such a big guy! Did you ever have a football career? My Giants could use you!🤔

[@csvette]

jim, I was a basketball player...my father had played football in college and told me early on to stay away from it if I wanted to walk normally at 50. :) Lyle

[@CarStory]

I recently test drove a preowned 2023 C8 2LT Z51 with only 2100 miles. The dealer wanted $75k for it which is a good deal for a 2LT Z51 right now. Looked great, it's very fast, seats are comfortable and the interior is the best yet for the Corvette. You feel good behind the wheel. Unfortunately I didn’t really enjoy driving it. I was bored after about 5 minutes. I couldn’t hear much of the engine or the exhaust note, even in sport mode which surprised me. As good as the DCT is, the paddle shifters will never replace the enjoyment I get from the Tremec 6 speed in my 2022 Camaro SS 1LE. The C8 is a fantastic sports car, but it’s so refined and well mannered, I didn’t get the urge to buy one. Maybe the Z06 would change my mind but that is more than I want to spend on any one car. To me, my Camaro is so close to a C7 Grand Sport I don’t feel the need to make a change right now.

[@MrStlvette]

I have owned a C5, C6, C7 & I purchased one of the first C8s in 2020 (VIN 336). There is NO comparison, the C8 trumps everything by leaps & bounds in every category. I still own here & plan on never getting rid of her. Just an amazing car & the last ICE Vette.

[@stephenlacher587]

Like your juke box!

[@csvette]

@@stephenlacher587 1957 Seeburg 200, and still running on tubes!

[@corvetteswithbowie7529]

Friend of mine is very kind with sharing his corvettes. He has a z06 in every generation. Before c8 z06 came out he let me drive his c8 stingray. I drove that and a c7 stingray back to back. You could tell the c8 is a lot faster and also a lot more refined. For only 1 generation it felt like you were comparing a c7 against a c4

[@csvette]

Agreed. Quantum leap in refinement and technical ability.

[@corvetteswithbowie7529]

@@csvette side note: Do you sell bumpers for c5 corvettes ?

[@lyleaulwurm9486]

@@corvetteswithbowie7529 Depends on what panels you need.

[@richknudsen5781]

"From zero to the legal speed limit". Nice save there Lyle,,,LOL.

[@markiuzzolino]

I saw you at Chip Miller Foundation dinner and was surprised how tall you were. Thanks for this review. I have a 2018 C7 Z06 manual and I always wanted to know how the C8 drove. I am leaning towards the C8 Z06 and wish that I could take one out for a drive like you did to see if it is a car I could drive almost like a daily driver.

[@csvette]

Dave, in all seriousness, rent one for a weekend. You learn a lot about a car in 309 miles, and you’ll know if it is for you when you are done.😊

[@loopba]

Love my C8 HTC Z51 3LT

[@jonlawrence2350]

I decided the car was enough for my capabilities (and in my price range), so I did not opt for z51. I will never track it, and it performs so well in its standard form. I wanted more of a GT for cruising the mountains, so I opted to put the money in 2LT, performance exhaust with black tips, forged wheels, low rear spoiler and splitter, rocker extensions, front lift and GT2 seats with blue seatbelts.

[@salalbanese5537]

I have owned 3 C7 corvettes 1 coup and 2 convertibles, I also owned C4,5 and 6 as well. There are a lot of things I like about the C8, but I am not crazy about the huge console with the wall of switches. I do like the coupe better than the convertible, maybe I need to rent one?

[@csvette]

Do it. Best $500 bucks I have spent in years!

[@richardelliott8352]

nice report on what I have heard is a nice product. Unfortunately a highly computerized car is not compatible with my long term ownership goals. Even if I had an interest in mad dog performance , I prefer a convertible where the top vanishes completely when stowed, .so no dice with this design. Besides, I much prefer the enjoyment of a small , very light sports car . However, being unable to live in the past, I'll keep my C5 and hope for a good supply of salvaged electrical parts when needed. I personally consider cars that are impractical to keep much beyond their covered labor warrantee to be an incorrect moral decision , unless one enjoys a garage queen..

[@adam44]

Awesome review Lyle!

[@csvette]

Glad you enjoyed it!! 😊

[@helenwilhoit520]

To truly appreciate a c8 you need to go to the Ron Fellows driving experience it’s unbelievable what you can learn about this car was absolutely the best thing that I ever did this car is the best Dave

[@SwedishMeatball53]

How many times have you been asked if you play basketball? I’m 6’5” and get that question a lot. I had a C3 and got stuck working under the dash. I have no idea how you fit! I have a C7 and enjoy the practicality of it. We can take our dogs crate, broken down of course, pack luggage and carry a lot of groceries. I even take it to the town dump.

[@MrNoneofthisisreal]

Short man's revenge! Ha R (Just kiddin . Love R )

[@csvette]

@@MrNoneofthisisreal Short guys have it made! You live in a 1:1 scale world…I live in what feels like a very elaborate and endless kindergarten classroom!😅

[@chuckm482]

You should try a C7 for the same time, but maybe a convertible or coupe with the top off so you can fit better. Just so you have that comparison.I think you'd agree with your son.

[@rondail5675]

Great review!

[@csvette]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stuartsherman5975]

Love your videos. Thank you for sharing your experience. Would you please elaborate on why your son thought the C7 was a better Corvette than the C8. No argument there since I am also biased towards the C7. I am curious oh his rationale being a professional driver. Any light you could provide would be greatly appreciated. Keep up the great videos.

[@lyleaulwurm7652]

Hey Stuart, this is Lyle JR! The legendary Corvette formula is one of the best, and I truly believe that a front engined, RWD, manual platform is what I’ve always loved from Corvettes. Simply put, that’s how I’ve always known them, and it’s challenging to compare the C8 since it’s so straying so far from the traditional formula. The C8 is undeniably a great car, and I throughly enjoyed driving it, but my heart will always belong to the former models.

[@Maxreverse]

Great review Lyle. How do you fit in a C4? 6-5 here and bounced the head off the C4 roof.

[@csvette]

@@Maxreverse I give up lower body circulation entirely and duck my head like I’m avoiding enemy fire…😂

[@jamesh1641]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone talk about a Corvette rental for 10-minutes with only a still shot.

[@csvette]

I know, right? I hadn’t planned on using this experience for KZbin, as I paid for it myself- no company funds involved- and it was mostly to keep a promise I made to my son’s grandmother who is battling serious health issues to bring a new Corvette over and give her a ride. Hindsight tells me I should have filmed every second, but at the time I wanted to keep that moment for my own. 😊

[@sabraitis]

6’11”????? WTF

[@tommeere3901]

Yup, was really shocked when I met him… heard him say it many times, just didn’t kick in…

[@casmithc2]

Wow! I hear guys that are 6'2" complain about the head room. Lol 😂

[@vincerencher9128]

i am guessing he will not fit in a c1.

[@richardelliott8352]

@@vincerencher9128 no guessing needed. when John Wayne was gifted a promotional C1 , they had to cut the steering wheel in half so he could sit in the car for the publicity photos.

[@failingup4907]

I have a C7 Z51 Supercharged M7. I can't do an automatic.

[@HusseinWN]

C5 TO 7 looks bertter no manual in c8 its a little to soft launch control is cool i agree with you msun about 7 is a better car but if you modify lighlty the 5 or 6 you will kill that c8 in a race. front engine corvette is where its at there is a reason why most have c8 and they kept their front engine cars the original and best driving experince.

[@teddydavid2816]

6"11

[@j.d.1801]

Great video

[@csvette]

Thanks for the visit

[@neilaltschuler6064]

In my observation and opinion, I feel the c5 is designed a little like the jag xke. Smother classic lines, of course with a little old school Ferrari thrown in. However the c8 i feel is a world competitor and has heavier design influence FROM Ferrari. It's my opinion. I still would like to get a cruiser c5 basic convertible for palm bay florida. Very comfortable car to sit in. What's your opinion?

[@csvette]

The C8 is faster/nicer/fancier car for sure. The C5 is better at being the cruiser that you mention as it is far less expensive to own and just a lot less complicated to operate. Like comparing a P-51 Mustang to an F-22 Raptor. If you are going to enjoy an afternoon flight in beautiful weather and actually FLY the aircraft, then the P-51 is your only choice. Lyle :)

[@neilaltschuler6064]

@@csvette p-51 my favorite aircraft.lol

[@terryspray2319]

Hi recalls over 13.000 bad transmissions in the 23 and 24 check it out !!!!

[@csvette]

At least GM identified and acted to resolve the issue this time, rather than gambling on the odds of a class action lawsuit being successful. The C7 years were filled with some pretty unforgivable engineering and performance failures that GM did its best to ignore or deflect blame elsewhere. Mistakes are forgivable if the offending party actively moves to remedy the situation. 😊

[@sabraitis]

Great review! I have the C7 M7 Convertible. Love that car, but I’m so curious about the C8 Z06. Just beyond my means..

[@williamhdenney3897]

C8 great performance car but for daily driving I like a C7 better.

[@danv8717]

Really? I'm the opposite. I found the C8 more comfortable for daily driving. The C7 has a harsher ride which makes it better as a weekend car.

[@markgoodrich4666]

I have the 2016 z06 I am ecstatic about it , I know it's the best car I've ever owned , but ..... c8 z06 ? of course I am in my mid 60s and know time is not my friend anymore so I rarely drive it very hard so for me this one likely will be the Vette I get buried in ...lol

[@Bartels92]

Lyle, if you can’t fit in a C7, I’d be shocked if you fit in a C4 with the top on

[@csvette]

My first Corvette was a ‘93 convertible, and my fitting in that car was the mind over matter determination of a much younger me!😂

[@mikehall8974]

Thanks for making this video Lyle! Really enjoyed hearing your take on the C8! It's been on the market now for a long time! So thanks!!😊

[@csvette]

Mike , the only downside of our position in the Corvette world is that we rarely get to play with the newest, coolest Corvettes until they are several years old. I aim to change that before Christmas… stay tuned!😊

[@joekr7226]

Lyle, what about a C7 convertible or remove the roof on the coupe so there’s no worry about the headroom, lol. It would be cool for you to at least test drive one in order to complete your conclusion about all the late model corvette generations

[@larreamma1519]

6’ 11” !!! How do you even get into a Corvette? I’m 6ft I barely fit 😅

[@teddydavid2816]

How much was it to rent the c8?

[@csvette]

@@teddydavid2816 $500 for 48 hours.

[@teddydavid2816]

@@csvette 👍 thanks

[@stephenlacher587]

6' 11" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Holy CRAP!!!!!!!!!!

[@robarnt6]

And take a look at Lyle Jr!! Why are they not more visible than Rick 'Corvette' Conti and HIS son!?

[@csvette]

@@stephenlacher587 I should have been a Cadillac man if I wanted comfort… but passion rules the heart!❤️

[@csvette]

@@robarnt6 Lyle Jr. is far too cool to be part of a pokey little Corvette shop… but he is a great kid! We have had the best adventures of any father/ son duo I know of.❤️❤️

[@stephenlacher587]

@@csvette I am a Cadillac man (5'4")

[@failingup4907]

Thinking the same thing.

[@Petesv321]

Own a 23’ HTC. Fantastic machine

[@EdNichols-qj4xk]

The C8 may be better “car” in many cases but it’ll never match a manual C7 for being a better “Corvette “.

[@thedudeabides9138]

I have owned a C6, C7, and now a base 2023 C8. 12,000 miles with no issues. Love the C8.

[@Volkswagenplanet]

QUESTION FOR YOU LYLE, AND EVERYONE. HOW OFTEN DOES EVERYONE SEE A C4 ON THE STREETS? I SEE MORE C2, C3. THAN C4s. THESE CARS ARE GOING TO JUMP OVERNIGHT. YES, I KNOW ITS BEEN 30 YEARS......... IM STILL WAITING. NOTHING LIKE DROPPING THE TOP OF A C4 AND ENJOY THE FL SUN. MILES OF SMILES, TIL THE SHOWERS COME.

[@csvette]

@@Volkswagenplanet I see more really well-cared for C4’s on the summertime roads of the Midwest than I ever see here in FL. I think part of it is that being only seasonal toys up north, the C4 enjoys being “special” when it is out on the road. In the Deep South, Corvettes aren’t luxury seasonal toys… the C5 and later iterations are viable daily transportation year-round here, and for some people, their only car. Some of that has to do with the spatial and mechanical improvements that make them more viable than the earlier cars for daily use and some of it has to do with the C4 lacking some of the style and simplicity that the earlier generations featured. The C4 was and is a fantastic car in its heyday, but it finds itself very the forgotten middle child of the family today. That too, may change as young kids convert $3500 ‘86 Corvettes into track day toys and the hobby evolves…it will be interesting, for certain.❤️

[@Volkswagenplanet]

@@csvette you are correct. Thank you for responding back. Have a great weekend

[@Volkswagenplanet]

Now you have to go back and do a update to the new C8 owners compared to the traditional corvette owners video you did a few monrhs ago

[@csvette]

@@Volkswagenplanet noted!😊

[@billboeck4644]

Thank you for that ..

[@John-k4r7k]

Great video I’m scared now I love my c7 but was wondering about a c8 12:14

[@richarddobreny6664]

This is dangerous for you Lyle! Last time I test drove a C7, I ended up ordering one!!

[@csvette]

@@richarddobreny6664 It all depends on Steve, honestly. He is the Mr. Wilman to my Clarkson, if you catch the reference and as I am not the owner of our shop, he holds the purse strings… but I think I’m thisclose to convincing him….😉😉

[@richarddobreny6664]

@@csvette considering there will be quite a few off warranty C8’s. coming soon, there will be a service market for them opening up. You should be able to perform all routine maintenance and be able to fix/repair/enhance a lot of components. As they age, there will be a bevy of new to everyone issues. This will keep the shop operational for the foreseeable future, Steve may have to consider succession planning

[@kevinbarry71]

A 0 to 60 time is how quick the car is, not how fast it is. 200 miles an hour is fast,

[@csvette]

@@kevinbarry71 you are correct. I misspoke. It was quick when I drove it… but it was fast when Lyle Jr drove it, for sure!!

[@kevinbarry71]

@@csvette i'm sure. Are there any not straight roads in Florida?

[@csvette]

@@kevinbarry71 if you get out closer to the center of the state, there are really good 2 lane twisties… and one hill. One. 😂

[@kevinbarry71]

@@csvette does that hill have a sign on it saying something like, something or other municipal landfill?

[@roygonzales392]

Yeah a rear engine well done GM Wanna b exotic 🇺🇸

[@sabraitis]

Size 16 feet????? Geezuz

[@RichardK-ql7mt5qi2y]

I may rent a c8 too!! It is a great way to test whether I will like it as much as I do my C7! Thanks for sharing. You will have to share pictures of your favorite and what you are thinking about owning, stingray, Z06 etc…

[@michaelhintz6187]

C8 are awesome but lack the corvette character.

[@csvette]

That was my son’s assessment, too

[@EJleon96]

For a while I could care less about the C8 but it has definitely grown on me. I also plan on renting one on Turo one day. I was lucky enough to ride in one and my goodness, such a comfortable and refined machine👍🏽 can’t imagine how it must feel to drive

[@csvette]

Agreed on all fronts!

[@c6corvette]

Same. Still preferred the C6 and C7 for the longest time. Now, I love the C8 and hopefully can own a base model or Z06 in the future!

[@Volkswagenplanet]

Dammmmm. Size 16 shoe? Just kidding. Not much room around the pedals with those big shoes.

[@csvette]

@@Volkswagenplanet At least I’m not trying to smoothly modulate a clutch with Queen Mary on my left leg in the C 8! 😂😂

[@Volkswagenplanet]

@@csvette 😆 😆 😆

[@edgee3805]

The big question are you going to buy one now?

[@csvette]

I can’t personally, but it may very well be something for the shop to acquire for educational purposes…😊😊

[@claudecauffman7627]

Drove one at NCM MOTORSPORTS PARK. love it ,it is an amazing experience.