Someone already created a new rear end for the C7

[hiperf406]

Personally I like the rear-end of the C7.

[Hib Halverson]

The C7 rear fascia is growing on me, too.

Especially when I found that part of the "black" color outboard of the tail lamps which, in early spy shots and P'shop renderings, was thought to be flat black paint, is actually the exhaust vents for the transaxle cooling air flow.

It goes in the two inlets just aft of the rear quarter windows, flows around the transaxle then out those two vents. Like the front end cooling exhaust vents on the hood, that's good use of aero.

[scottfab]

Originally Posted by Hib Halverson

The C7 rear fascia is growing on me, too.

Especially when I found that part of the "black" color outboard of the tail lamps which, in early spy shots and P'shop renderings, was thought to be flat black paint, is actually the exhaust vents for the transaxle cooling air flow.

It goes in the two inlets just aft of the rear quarter windows, flows around the transaxle then out those two vents. Like the front end cooling exhaust vents on the hood, that's good use of aero.

I have to agree with both points. The rear end makes a statement that I am getting use to AND it is those functioning vents that tilt the scales for me.
Nothing worse than vents with no function. That's function following form.

[secondchance]

Originally Posted by hiperf406

Personally I like the rear-end of the C7.

Me too. As much as I have always loved C4, especially ZR-1s, I think C7 design is up to date and very well done.
I figure 2 years for the GM to iron out minor kinks and another year for a high performance version (perhaps Z06). Better start saving...

[cvette98pacecar]

Originally Posted by secondchance

Me too. As much as I have always loved C4, especially ZR-1s, I think C7 design is up to date and very well done.
I figure 2 years for the GM to iron out minor kinks and another year for a high performance version (perhaps Z06). Better start saving...

Yun, I think the Higher HP version wont be out until the 2016 model year.

[Z Factor]

I am not a fan of the one in the OP, but this one looks much more traditional and appealing.

http://speednik.com/files/2013/01/20...it-582x308.jpg

[efnfast]

Originally Posted by Z Factor

I am not a fan of the one in the OP, but this one looks much more traditional and appealing.

http://speednik.com/files/2013/01/20...it-582x308.jpg

I approve.

[Kevin]

Originally Posted by cvette98pacecar

Yun, I think the Higher HP version wont be out until the 2016 model year.

and a lower hp, sub $50,000 car maybe out next year. I don't know who's running corvette right now, but they need fired

[Fully Vetted]

Originally Posted by Z Factor

I am not a fan of the one in the OP, but this one looks much more traditional and appealing.

http://speednik.com/files/2013/01/20...it-582x308.jpg

Better but too much like a C6. Not evolutionary enough.

Originally Posted by Kevin

and a lower hp, sub $50,000 car maybe out next year. I don't know who's running corvette right now, but they need fired

Yeah, I just read that Corvette engineers are reportedly working on a low cost C7 for 2015 that will be powered by a version of the all alluminum, direct injection 5.3L V-8 that will debut in the new trucks. It will be sold only as a hardtop and badged Corvette Coupe, will have less than 400hp, and changes to the front facia, front fender, and rear diffuser to visually differentiate it from the Stingray. So, the Stingray is the base Corvette for now but that will change.

[Nacho_ZR1]

Originally Posted by Fully Vetted

Better but too much like a C6. Not evolutionary enough.



Yeah, I just read that Corvette engineers are reportedly working on a low cost C7 for 2015 that will be powered by a version of the all alluminum, direct injection 5.3L V-8 that will debut in the new trucks. It will be sold only as a hardtop and badged Corvette Coupe, will have less than 400hp, and changes to the front facia, front fender, and rear diffuser to visually differentiate it from the Stingray. So, the Stingray is the base Corvette for now but that will change.

Less than 400hp? Sheesh. Might as well drop a V6 in it.