Plus, it has a flat-plane crank, just like a Ferrari V-8. Apart from his love of sim racing in virtual reality, Simon also loves to drive his '17 Fiesta ST through the mountain roads near his home city of Calgary, AB. The asking price is $259,800 Kiwi dollars, or around $160k US. Chevrolet promised the all-new 2020 C8 Corvette would carry a starting price tag below $60,000. The 2020 Stingray is the first mid-engined Corvette in the history of GM, and comes after decades of front-engined sports cars. There’s also the reality that Chevrolet did not sell through as many cars as expected in 2020 and has to recoup the supplier costs and their own R&D costs somehow. There's also the 15 percent import tax based on the purchase price, but the fees don't end there. While Corvsport.com makes every effort to ensure that this information is complete and accurate, you should always consult the manufacturer of your vehicle if you have a specific issue or question. The cheapest Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will set you back $59,995. Indeed, but the dealership explained to Driven.co.nz how it came to that figure. UK price and specs for Chevrolet Corvette C8 revealed. There's a whole lot of solid equipment even on the base model. $58,900 – 1LT Coupe; $66,200 – 2LT Coupe Be respectful, keep it civil and stay on topic. Discussion threads can be closed at any time at our discretion. While we've seen some C8 Vettes sell for this on the second-hand US market, this is the price excluding any dealer or first owner markups. 2021 Corvette C8 Options Getting A Mild Price Increase. Any trim can spend an extra $5,000 to get the Z51 Performance Package, which bumps the output to 495 hp and 470 lb-ft. © CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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But still, considering the C8's impressive power output, handling capabilities, and advanced engineering with its first-ever mid-engine setup, the Corvette remains a bargain. Due to demand for the 2021 Corvette, GM could have slapped any price they wanted on the options and we’re fairly certain people would have still kitted out their Corvettes. Future C8 Corvette Will Offer 600 to 1000 HP This time, the Z06 will use a naturally aspirated DOHC 32-valve 5.5-liter V-8. Apparently, the exchange rate is less than 60 cents and this puts Vette over the $200k NZ mark. The 2020 Mid-Engine Corvette in Sebring Orange. A comprehensive and growing reference library that encompasses everything about these cars: from in-depth overviews and extensive technical info on each model year. Things like shipping, freight, compliance fees, and dealership margin increase that total to the aforementioned $259,800. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. This thing's a bleedin' bargain. However, and we can’t stress this enough, these price increases are actually quite reasonable. Here, you get a color head-up display, wireless device charging, heated and ventilated seats, embedded navigation, a rearview mirror that can display what the backup camera sees, a forward-facing camera to prevent curbing, blind-spot monitoring and satellite radio. Start typing to see results or hit ESC to close. The chances of anyone spending that is quite slim because Corvette buyers always tack on options, such as the Z51 Performance Package. Where Kiwis really get hurt is the conversion to NZ dollars. Our newsletter delivers all the Corvette news, rumors, deals and events directly to you each week. Required fields are marked *, By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. And yes, this left-hand-drive example will be the first C8 to arrive in New Zealand. It's currently in transit and scheduled to arrive early next month. The top trim, 3LT, goes up to $71,945 and includes fancier seats, a leather-wrapped interior and suede upper trim. The automaker was true to its word. According to an article published just moments ago on CorvetteBlogger, multiple options for the 2021 Corvette C8 model year are set to have mild price increases. The price? As promised by GM and Chevrolet, the base price of all variants of the C8 is not changing, staying firm at:. 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And that doesn't include a dealership markup. Assembly kicks off in Bowling Green, Kentucky later this year. In America, this Corvette would total $96,000, but dealer margin and fees bring it to $104,000. 2020 Chevy C8 Corvette starts at $59,995 after destination. At least in America. As promised by GM and Chevrolet, the base price of all variants of the C8 is not changing, staying firm at: However, the options are being increased as such (prices in brackets are 2020 prices): As you can see, the biggest increases are in the Z51 performance package, and the E60 front lift kit, with a $995 and $500 increase respectively. Chevrolet promised the all-new 2020 C8 Corvette would carry a starting price tag below $60,000.The automaker was true to its word. If you're looking for the nose-lift system, that's available on 2LT and 3LT trims for $1,495. That base price isn't exactly a penalty box, either. When Chevrolet finally brought the mid-engine 2020 Corvette before the public, it made the audacious comment that this eighth-generation muscle car's base price would slide in under $60,000. Not so much for New Zealand. Learn how your comment data is processed. According to an article published just moments ago on CorvetteBlogger, multiple options for the 2021 Corvette C8 model year are set to have mild price increases.. And in the case of a few options, not so mild. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. You're still on the hook for taxes, title fees and all that good stuff, however, and the true out-the-door price is subject to all that good stuff. Chevrolet on Thursday announced pricing for the 2020 Corvette. Hennessey also released the included the demonstration video, just in case owners need a little more convincing. It will start at $59,995, which includes a $1,095 destination charge. If it goes fast, Simon likes it. 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There's a whole bunch of quality standard equipment, including eight-way power seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear parking sensors, a 10-speaker Bose sound system, an 8-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12-inch gauge display and LED headlights. Aim for the top trim, though, and expect to drop nearly $72,000. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. In other words, this C8 is nearly fully-loaded. By continuing to use this site you agree to these cookies. Aim for the top trim, though, and expect to drop nearly $72,000. If you like rocking something unique, there will be plenty of options for you when ordering a 2020 Corvette. The proof is this 2020 Corvette listed for sale from New Zealand dealer 4Guys Autobarn. The next trim up, 2LT, will run you $67,295. "It's company policy to try and purchase the newest/highest specification/lowest mileage vehicles," said a dealer employee. Subscribe and get the best news, reviews and deals delivered to your inbox weekly. First off, there's $36,000 USD worth of features, including the Z51 pack, carbon fiber ground effects, removable carbon fiber roof, upgraded wheels, Magnetic Ride Control suspension, and adjustable front lifter with a memory function.