The New Mid engine Corvette C8
I understand supply & demand blah blah, but for the prices they are going for, I can get something a lot newer. Hell no.
I recall it being mentioned during the launch that it would be standard dry sump. I'm not too sure how that factors into the maintenance but its an NA Chevy smallblock V8. Should be pretty easy to work on.
Found this bit
"Lee also confirmed that the C8 doesn't require any routine engine-out services—often an expensive bugaboo with mid-engined cars—and that the spark plugs and other ignition components, along with the accessory belts that are tucked up next to the passenger compartment at the front of the engine, can be accessed with the engine in place."
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a2...c8-lt2-engine/
Found this bit
"Lee also confirmed that the C8 doesn't require any routine engine-out services—often an expensive bugaboo with mid-engined cars—and that the spark plugs and other ignition components, along with the accessory belts that are tucked up next to the passenger compartment at the front of the engine, can be accessed with the engine in place."
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a2...c8-lt2-engine/
I agree completely on the supercharger mod path for all the modern V* cars. The dollar per HP gain can't be beat, and you can always run a bigger pulley got less boost if less power is desired.
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The firewall could have a removeable panel for engine access, its been done before. Pull the seats, pull the panel, and there's the engine. It would be sweet.