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ShnOmac · 09-22-2009, 05:30 PM

Next Corvette: Split Rear Window? Yes. Hybrid Power? Maybe
Posted: Sep. 22, 2009 10:09 a.m.

The next Chevrolet Corvette, set to appear in the 2012 model year, will bring back styling cues from classic ‘Vettes of the 1960's...and, perhaps, a 21st century low-emissions powertrain.

Edmunds Inside Line reports, "The next Chevrolet Corvette, referred to as C7 internally, will follow the 2010 Camaro down the road of retro-inflected styling, according to Ed Welburn, General Motors' head of global design." Wellburn told Edmunds that the split window, seen only on the 1963 ‘Vette but still an iconic Corvette touch in the minds of many fans, will make its return in the seventh-generation car. "With the back-up cameras and blind-spot detection systems that we have these days, the visibility issue is much less of a problem," Wellburn said.

Building a ‘Vette with classic styling cues was, apparently, not always a certainty. Inside Line reports, "after lengthy testing of midengine cars, discussion and, predictably, arguments about the possibility of going midengine with the future Vette," designers retained the classic front-engine/rear-drive layout.

Some things about the Corvette will have to change. Motor Authority reports, "the Corvette will also have to become somewhat more emissions-conscious thanks to new standards being implemented by the federal government. GM won't let that sap the car's legendary performance, however, vowing to do whatever it takes, including going hybrid, to keep the Vette alive and kicking."

A hybrid ‘Vette is far from certain. Autoblog reports, "For now GM thinks they have a good enough plan to keep the Corvette electron-free. Until a hybrid is the only option, expect future 'Vettes to be made lighter, and equipped with low rolling resistance tires, direct injection, variable valve timing, and cylinder deactivation to make them more fuel frugal. Even electric power steering can boost mileage by half a gallon."

Another possibility, Motor Authority notes, is "reduced displacement forced-induction V-8 engine not unlike the LSA fitted to the current CTS-V. Rated at 556 horsepower, that engine would be no slouch for even the Z06 application in the Corvette range."

http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com...d-Power-Maybe/

nUcLeArEnVoY · 09-22-2009, 05:34 PM

... 'Ey, considering the 'Vettes of the 60's were some of the most breathtaking around, I'm totally game. :\

ShnOmac · 09-22-2009, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nUcLeArEnVoY

... 'Ey, considering the 'Vettes of the 60's were some of the most breathtaking around, I'm totally game. :\

I am curious how they will tie a retro split rear window into the new one while trying to make it "modern" at the same time

AZCamaroFan · 09-22-2009, 05:42 PM

If this is true...wasn't C7 pushed back to 2014 recently??....the Sting Ray is my favorite car of all time, but to translate that styling to today..i don't know. I don't think a split window on the current body style would work. And does this mean the hatchback goes away??

meanmike · 09-22-2009, 05:42 PM

If it look's anything like the one in TF2 it's going to be the biggest joke IMO.

vdevine · 09-22-2009, 05:59 PM

Go to IE or Firefox and type in

2012 Concept Corvette pic

meanmike · 09-22-2009, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vdevine

Go to IE or Firefox and type in

2012 Concept Corvette pic

And let's hope none of those make it.

*The_Blur* · 09-22-2009, 06:16 PM

The Camaro went retro with a strong influence of modern engineering. I have no doubt that GM's design team will pursue a similarly breathtaking approach to the new Corvette. It would surprise me if GM didn't go all the way with the Corvette given the effort put into the Camaro. If the Corvette is the act to follow a reborn muscle car, then GM has to have the confidence that the design team will make America's most iconic sports car equally awe-inspiring.

dayvedayve · 09-22-2009, 06:18 PM

Tooo Ferrai-ish

dayvedayve · 09-22-2009, 06:21 PM

Close to stingray concept.

Like Rear view better on this one

dayvedayve · 09-22-2009, 06:24 PM

"Green-ier" Corvette Smart Car

Dave McFly · 09-22-2009, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by dayvedayve

"Green-ier" Corvette Smart Car

you mean Porsche, that's a Carrera GT V10 coupe 'shortened', well the top image is anyway.

1320junkie · 09-22-2009, 06:37 PM

2012 is the year and none of those pics are correct

AZCamaroFan · 09-22-2009, 08:18 PM

I hope they don't overplay this retro stuff. The Corvette doesn't need that. The C6 looks like a modern 68' already. The concept versions i've seen so far, i am not impressed by.
I also can't comprehend Welburn giving away, way ahead of time, something like the split window returning. Wouldn't they want to suprise everyone? What if they can't pull off that design? Then they've thrown expectations out there.

09-22-2009, 05:30 PM	#1
ShnOmac Drives: 2006 Silverado SS, 2009 G8 GT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PNW Posts: 13,313	Corvette goin retro?? Next Corvette: Split Rear Window? Yes. Hybrid Power? Maybe Posted: Sep. 22, 2009 10:09 a.m. The next Chevrolet Corvette, set to appear in the 2012 model year, will bring back styling cues from classic ‘Vettes of the 1960's...and, perhaps, a 21st century low-emissions powertrain. Edmunds Inside Line reports, "The next Chevrolet Corvette, referred to as C7 internally, will follow the 2010 Camaro down the road of retro-inflected styling, according to Ed Welburn, General Motors' head of global design." Wellburn told Edmunds that the split window, seen only on the 1963 ‘Vette but still an iconic Corvette touch in the minds of many fans, will make its return in the seventh-generation car. "With the back-up cameras and blind-spot detection systems that we have these days, the visibility issue is much less of a problem," Wellburn said. Building a ‘Vette with classic styling cues was, apparently, not always a certainty. Inside Line reports, "after lengthy testing of midengine cars, discussion and, predictably, arguments about the possibility of going midengine with the future Vette," designers retained the classic front-engine/rear-drive layout. Some things about the Corvette will have to change. Motor Authority reports, "the Corvette will also have to become somewhat more emissions-conscious thanks to new standards being implemented by the federal government. GM won't let that sap the car's legendary performance, however, vowing to do whatever it takes, including going hybrid, to keep the Vette alive and kicking." A hybrid ‘Vette is far from certain. Autoblog reports, "For now GM thinks they have a good enough plan to keep the Corvette electron-free. Until a hybrid is the only option, expect future 'Vettes to be made lighter, and equipped with low rolling resistance tires, direct injection, variable valve timing, and cylinder deactivation to make them more fuel frugal. Even electric power steering can boost mileage by half a gallon." Another possibility, Motor Authority notes, is "reduced displacement forced-induction V-8 engine not unlike the LSA fitted to the current CTS-V. Rated at 556 horsepower, that engine would be no slouch for even the Z06 application in the Corvette range." http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com...d-Power-Maybe/

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dayvedayve Drives: 2006 Chevy Avalanche Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Gulf Coast of Texas Posts: 386	Tooo Ferrai-ish Attached Images

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09-22-2009, 05:34 PM	#2
nUcLeArEnVoY Oldbie that nobody knows Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Homestead, FL Posts: 3,459 View My Garage	... 'Ey, considering the 'Vettes of the 60's were some of the most breathtaking around, I'm totally game. :\

09-22-2009, 05:42 PM	#4
AZCamaroFan Camaro6 2016-2018 Drives: sometimes Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 18,450	If this is true...wasn't C7 pushed back to 2014 recently??....the Sting Ray is my favorite car of all time, but to translate that styling to today..i don't know. I don't think a split window on the current body style would work. And does this mean the hatchback goes away??

09-22-2009, 05:42 PM	#5
meanmike Account Suspended Drives: FIRST ON RACE DAY Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,170	If it look's anything like the one in TF2 it's going to be the biggest joke IMO.

09-22-2009, 06:24 PM	#11
dayvedayve Drives: 2006 Chevy Avalanche Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Gulf Coast of Texas Posts: 386	"Green-ier" Corvette Smart Car Attached Images

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1320junkie Drives: The Imperial Army Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: The Darkside Posts: 15,742	2012 is the year and none of those pics are correct

09-22-2009, 08:18 PM	#14
AZCamaroFan Camaro6 2016-2018 Drives: sometimes Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 18,450	I hope they don't overplay this retro stuff. The Corvette doesn't need that. The C6 looks like a modern 68' already. The concept versions i've seen so far, i am not impressed by. I also can't comprehend Welburn giving away, way ahead of time, something like the split window returning. Wouldn't they want to suprise everyone? What if they can't pull off that design? Then they've thrown expectations out there.

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