Car and driver 2014 corvette road test

And what it says is that you are a staunch conservative, from a family. On the road, the corvette combines astonishingly athletic handling with genuine longdistance. Read the latest updates in our longterm road test of the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray as our editors live with this car for a year. The cabin is a nice piece of work on the new stingray. Dave figured you sit a bit lower, or that the centre console was up a bit higher than the last generation car. The corvette is available as either a coupe or a convertible with a folding hard top.

Despite some issues and repairs, the writers still seem to enjoy driving the car. Car and driver uncovers trouble with corvette stingrays. The chevrolet corvette it isnt so much a sports car as it is an institution, part of the american motoring scene for nearly 65 years. We take a spin in the 7th generation of americas original sports car. Our test drive took us to spring mountain motorsports ranch in pahrump, nevada, where we drove both the z06 and z07 on a 1. Jan 24, 2014 home used cars chevrolet corvette stingray 2014 corvette stingray 2014 longterm road test. Dec 09, 2015 car and driver wrapped up their long term 2014 corvette stingray z51 test after 40k miles. Sep 27, 20 we take a spin in the 7th generation of americas original sports car.

The c8 corvette doesnt have a water leak problem says car. Car and driver tests 20 corvette z06 vs zr1 corvetteforum. Cooling checkup 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray was already a fantastic sports car, but chevrolet has found a way to make it even better lose the hardtop and eliminate any barrier between the exhaust and. Car and driver wraps up their long term test of a 2014. Top 5 myths about daily driving a corvette duration. Cooling checkup 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray long. The car feels glued to the pavement, offering highspeed stability and tons of grip in corners. When not at the test track, the corvettes interior is a quiet and smoothbut somewhat crampedplace to be. The chevrolet corvette shed the stigma of poor resale values that most domestic cars have and only depreciated 23 percent in one year.

Still, this new corvette needs a race track to really show what its made of. Oct 02, 2019 its the end of the road for the frontengined corvette. Road test editor matt prior summed the car up best. Wed pick the convertible so we can hear the v8s roar unhindered. Our longterm test of the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is complete after one year, three crosscountry road trips and more than 27,000 miles. Little was changed in the 72 model year for the corvette, as chuck koch readily admitted early in his june 1972 motor trend road test. Find out why the 2014 chevrolet corvette is rated 8. Chevy fully embraced tech throughout its running gear, making it very suitable for the streets and a track day contender. I warm the car up with numerous laps of the figureeight course, trying different modes. Looking at the 2014 chevrolet corvette convertible, you cant really tell how dramatic the carbonfiber hoods topography is until you slide into the drivers seat.

All aspects of the c7 corvette how it drives, looks, feels and makes you the driver feel are of the highest order. Looking at the 2014 chevrolet corvette convertible, you cant really tell how dramatic the carbonfiber hoods topography is until you slide into the driver s seat. From this perspective, the classic blistered fenders and center hood bulge are unexpectedly exaggerated, and no matter what you might think of the latest corvette s styling, all is right with the world from behind the steering wheel. The corvette has gone from being a world class sports car with a but to a sports car the world finally has to recognize. Image cooling checkup 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm road testafter edmunds experienced some overheating issues with its 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray, the vette was brought into the dealer for a checkup. Jul 17, 20 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray z51 road test. Driver seat, reclining ventilated thigh support adjustable heated. But, also because that performance doesnt keep it from being a very comfortable street driver. With the turn of a dial, five distinct driver modes zr1 has three electronically calibrate up to 12 variables, optimizing everything from steering to throttle control for peak performance in every. Dave have a good reference point for their observations too since they own a 2011 corvette gran sport convertible.

The lastgeneration, c7 corvette stingray was nothing short of magnificent. Our car continues to turn heads and elicit cheers from passersby. Jul 15, 2003 the c5 is by far the best corvette to date. The kia sportage is a decent little driver, but prepare to be dinged at the pumps. Britains best drivers car 2014 the v8 muscle cars autocar. Most people already have an opinion on the corvette, whethe. I was now fully in charge of the car s breakin period. Jul 25, 20 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray test drive we take a ride in americas new automotive celebrity, the seventhgeneration 2014 chevy corvette stingray. In both versions, the steering is quick, hefty and predictable. With the 2014 chevrolet corvettes seventhgen make over one of the boldest in the nameplates historyalong with the c7 stingrays awesome track performance, multiple comparisontest. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is a very impressive car. Read about the 2014 chevrolet corvette engine and performance at u.

Strong money 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm road test. Chevy fully embraced tech throughout its running gear, making it very suitable for the streets and a. The c8 corvette is, without question, the most significant car of the year. Its the end of the road for the frontengined corvette. Car and driver uncovers trouble with corvette stingrays lt1. The corvette is no longer this countrys only sports car. And it has evolved well beyond what we would call affordable. Nov 24, 2014 2015 chevrolet corvette z06 first drive. The c7 is lefthand drive only, but sold in the uk in z51 spec more on that later weighing in at. With a fresh exterior, upgraded interior, great driving vibe, and irresistible price, jaguar and porsche hatwearers have much to fear. Pretty impressive, given that, even with the new aluminum frame, the weight of our test car actually went up 69 pounds relative to the last corvette grand sport we tested. Oct 08, 2012 car and driver technical editor michael austin recently put chevrolets best corvettes the zr1 and the z06 against one another, giving us what he loves about the corvette but at the same time telling us what it needs to do to remain relevant as it enters its seventh generation.

Mar 27, 2020 if engineers made a cars engine compartment watertight, they would also choke off that crucial supply of air, car and driver explains. Is a car with, at the most, only a few minor faults a perfect car. Cars lose 20 percent of their value as soon as you drive them off the lot, or so the tired old saying goes. The c6 is the better car, no doubt, but for the money the c5 is hard to beat.

I have to get one with the z51 package though, for daily use the base model is fantastic but for autocross i feel like it would be a let down. And with continuous refinements aimed at improving performance and ride quality, the 2004 chevrolet corvette is the best of the c5 models. After its recommended breakin period, our 3436pound test car was. From this perspective, the classic blistered fenders and center hood bulge are unexpectedly exaggerated, and no matter what you might think of the latest corvettes styling, all is right with the world from behind the steering wheel. Driver mode selector allows drivers to tailor virtually every aspect of their corvette based on road conditions and their driving preferences. Car and driver, however, isnt so concerned about water touching the new stingrays 495. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is a remarkable gtstyle sports car. Road test editor robin warner, who joined me at carolina.

I was now fully in charge of the cars breakin period. I like the dramatically sweeping cockpit that surrounds the driver. Dec 17, 20 the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is a remarkable gtstyle sports car. The internet was abuzz over the past few days with the revelation that water gasp. Overall, i still love the corvette, and im even more convinced that c5 is the way to go. Apr 01, 2014 breaking in our new longterm 2014 corvette z51. Chevrolet corvette road test long known for its panache and sheer brute force, the corvette has been reborn for 2014 as a lighter, tighter, hightech sports car. Car and driver uncovers trouble with corvette stingrays lt1 v8. Its that special time of year when we gather all of the hottest, besthandling, performancefirst new vehicles on sale in the usa and do impossibly. But more endearing for people using the redesigned 2014 corvette dayin and dayout is its continued ability to be drivable as your only car if a two. But more endearing for people using the redesigned 2014 corvette dayin and dayout is its continued ability to. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray sets a new benchmark for value among wellequipped, comfortable, highperformance sports cars. Chevrolet corvettes have always been adept track stars a zr1 set the pace at our 2009 best drivers car competition. Car and driver wrapped up their long term 2014 corvette stingray z51 test after 40k miles.

But what if you special order a 2014 chevrolet corvette. Car and driver technical editor michael austin recently put chevrolets best corvettes the zr1 and the z06 against one another, giving us what he loves about the corvette but at the same time telling us what it needs to do to remain relevant as it enters its seventh generation. On paper, the c7 corvette stingray seems a lot like the c6 and the c5 before it. Its clear to everyone that, despite entirely new bodywork, this is unmistakably a corvette. Nov 30, 2015 with the 2014 chevrolet corvettes seventhgen make over one of the boldest in the nameplates historyalong with the c7 stingrays awesome track performance, multiple comparisontest wins. You can set up the car to your liking with the driver mode. Strong money 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next car. There was no way i would ever go fast enough on the road for the car to ever feel like it.