Chevrolet Corvette C7 — RossDrives

Verdict

S

BHP

650 bhp

0–60

2.95 s

Top speed

212 mph

MPG

19.0 mpg

Used

$32,000-$95,000

Strengths

Stingray is best value sports car of its era
Grand Sport adds Z06 chassis
ZR1 is the most extreme Corvette ever made
Big aftermarket and parts support

Weaknesses

Z06 cooling issues on track in heat (well documented)
Some interior squeaks
Manual is a bit notchy
Visibility through that long hood

Notable tech

LT1 direct injection V8
8-speed automatic from 2015
Performance Data Recorder with GoPro-style logging
Carbon roof and hood standard on Z06
ZR1 LT5 supercharged 755bhp

Common issues

Z06 LT4 heat soak / thermal cutoff in track use
DCT (8L90) shudder TSBs
LT1 lifter failure on high-mileage examples
Steering rack noise

Used-market budget

$45,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.