New C7 Vette Rendering

TFord · 11-05-2008, 08:51 PM

There are all manner of rumors concerning the next-generation C7 Corvette, with stories ranging from the possibility of a mid-engined platform to AWD powertrains and even the arrival of a dual-clutch version. Although there isn’t much substance to any of these rumors, one of them that’s starting to gain credence is the possibility the new car could be delayed due to upcoming CAFE regulations as well as General Motors' own financial problems.

According to a recent report, the C7 Corvette has been put on indefinite hold. Not only is there no set timetable for the next-generation model, plans for an update to the current C6 model has also reportedly been delayed as well. More in the jump!

Insider sources have revealed that the C7 was originally planned to be introduced in 2012 for the 2013 model year but this is now unlikely to happen. However, contrary to the insider information, Corvette vehicle-line executive Tom Wallace has previously stated that GM was working on a future Corvette and that some changes to the current model are coming in 2010. He also acknowledged that CAFE regulations will play a role in determining the layout and hardware of the next-generation Corvette but stressed that it won’t kill the car. Unfortunately, Wallace is set to retire later this year, lessening the credibility of his previous comments.

This latest computer generated rendering gives us a preview of a possible design direction GM could take for its next Corvette, suggesting that the unannounced concept vehicle seen on the set of the movie Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen could be the inspiration for the car. Some of the elements carried over from the concept include the egg-crate grille, vertical slat headlights, side vents, and the jet-fighter glasshouse.

-Fquick.com

skipj3 · 11-05-2008, 08:54 PM

im a big vette fan and i like everything about this rendering except the bottom of the windshield forward.

*The_Blur* · 11-05-2008, 08:59 PM

It's a definite improvement from the last rendering I've seen.

I'd rock it.

bcannan354 · 11-05-2008, 09:00 PM

Not doing anthing for me, looks too futuristic. I'll stick with the ZR1.

skipj3 · 11-05-2008, 09:00 PM

notice the head lights ont the fenders

Georgie · 11-05-2008, 09:01 PM

whoa

shank0668 · 11-05-2008, 09:10 PM

no.

Reborn · 11-05-2008, 09:47 PM

Nope.
Will never happen.

AngryAmish · 11-05-2008, 09:51 PM

I got a feeling I'm going to be in the minority here, but I freakin' LOVE that look. Door handles look quite low though.

headpunter · 11-05-2008, 09:52 PM

the front is too tall over the wheel. it makes the car look like its smushed

storm79 · 11-05-2008, 10:09 PM

hmm i like it but there are a few things id change

ucla1ove3 · 11-05-2008, 10:49 PM

i do not like that hood.

FenwickHockey65 · 11-05-2008, 11:01 PM

Change the front. More like the C6's. Everything from the front fender on back is awesome.

*CamaroSpike23* · 11-06-2008, 06:53 PM

all I see is this...

11-05-2008, 08:51 PM	#1
TFord Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2000 Z28 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Auburn, WA Posts: 1,808 View My Garage	New C7 Vette Rendering There are all manner of rumors concerning the next-generation C7 Corvette, with stories ranging from the possibility of a mid-engined platform to AWD powertrains and even the arrival of a dual-clutch version. Although there isn’t much substance to any of these rumors, one of them that’s starting to gain credence is the possibility the new car could be delayed due to upcoming CAFE regulations as well as General Motors' own financial problems. According to a recent report, the C7 Corvette has been put on indefinite hold. Not only is there no set timetable for the next-generation model, plans for an update to the current C6 model has also reportedly been delayed as well. More in the jump! Insider sources have revealed that the C7 was originally planned to be introduced in 2012 for the 2013 model year but this is now unlikely to happen. However, contrary to the insider information, Corvette vehicle-line executive Tom Wallace has previously stated that GM was working on a future Corvette and that some changes to the current model are coming in 2010. He also acknowledged that CAFE regulations will play a role in determining the layout and hardware of the next-generation Corvette but stressed that it won’t kill the car. Unfortunately, Wallace is set to retire later this year, lessening the credibility of his previous comments. This latest computer generated rendering gives us a preview of a possible design direction GM could take for its next Corvette, suggesting that the unannounced concept vehicle seen on the set of the movie Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen could be the inspiration for the car. Some of the elements carried over from the concept include the egg-crate grille, vertical slat headlights, side vents, and the jet-fighter glasshouse. -Fquick.com Attached Images

11-05-2008, 08:54 PM	#2
skipj3 Go Gators Baby!!! Drives: '11 2SS M6 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SC Posts: 871	im a big vette fan and i like everything about this rendering except the bottom of the windshield forward. __________________ Oscar Wilde - “When I was young, I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old, I know it is." The Department of Redundancy Department

11-05-2008, 08:59 PM	#3
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	It's a definite improvement from the last rendering I've seen. I'd rock it. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

11-05-2008, 09:00 PM	#5
skipj3 Go Gators Baby!!! Drives: '11 2SS M6 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SC Posts: 871	notice the head lights ont the fenders __________________ Oscar Wilde - “When I was young, I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old, I know it is." The Department of Redundancy Department

11-05-2008, 09:47 PM	#8
Reborn Drives: 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 112	Nope. Will never happen. __________________

11-05-2008, 09:00 PM	#4
bcannan354 Drives: 1968 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Naples,Florida Posts: 184	Not doing anthing for me, looks too futuristic. I'll stick with the ZR1.

11-05-2008, 09:01 PM	#6
Georgie Drives: Camaro... soon Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,217	whoa

11-05-2008, 09:10 PM	#7
shank0668 Drives: '14 LML/'06 LJ/'76 Trans Am Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,438 View My Garage	no.

11-05-2008, 09:51 PM	#9
AngryAmish Drives: Impala Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa. Posts: 813	I got a feeling I'm going to be in the minority here, but I freakin' LOVE that look. Door handles look quite low though.

11-05-2008, 09:52 PM	#10
headpunter Not That sad..considering Drives: Man Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: the part of washington the capital forgot about. Posts: 3,745 View My Garage	the front is too tall over the wheel. it makes the car look like its smushed __________________ Stop Whinging

11-05-2008, 10:09 PM	#11
storm79 Drives: 2007 GMC Sierra Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Middle of nowhere Posts: 281	hmm i like it but there are a few things id change __________________

11-05-2008, 10:49 PM	#12
ucla1ove3 Drives: soon to be 2010 CAMARO :] Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: houston, tx Posts: 1,283	i do not like that hood.

11-05-2008, 11:01 PM	#13
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	Change the front. More like the C6's. Everything from the front fender on back is awesome. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

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