2008 Chevrolet Corvette Consumer Reviews

Wow

Written by: Ted on 09/27/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I now have this car almost 2 years with only 1 minor issue. The trunk release from outside the car(by the rear plate)don't work. Besides that no other issues. This car is awesome, with incredible power. It's also very comfortable even on long trips. I'm always looking for an excuse to drive because of the fun of this machine.

Favorite Features

Power, Nav, memory seats, heated seats,the looks.

Suggested Improvements

make the doors/armrest with leather instead of plastic.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I'll get another one already

Written by: Rick on 09/08/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I have an 08 convertible with the 3LT option and my wife has the 08 coupe with the Z51 option and the dual mode exhaust. I did not get the exhaust option on mine or the Z51 option and quickly wanted to drive her car instead. Now I've added a GM performance exhaust system to mine and wooooo!!!! However, I am now already looking at jumping on an 09 model as they now offer the cyber grey color. I hope to get a dealer to put me into that car, otherwise my wife and I can still enjoy our two 08 models. Now I will shop for an 09 with the dual mode exhaust and Z51 options exclusively.

Favorite Features

both are fun to drive for their own reasons. Get one of both!

Suggested Improvements

USB connection and on the DVD nav system, design a media file system that does not take a special media format. Just try to play a regular MP3 CD created at home in the DVD nav system....It seems to have a very finicky format requirement to make your own MP3 CD.

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Amazing power and handling

Written by: fl_vetteguy on 07/14/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

talk about fun! 6 spd and 430hp with 10 inch wide rear wheels and a rocking stereo to boot! there is nothing like sitting in the cockpit, looking out over that long hood and curvy wheelwells while running from 3rd to 6th gear merging on the interstate! a truely genuine classic.

Favorite Features

6spd, body design, stereo, engine, wheels and belonging to a corvette club!

Suggested Improvements

the only thing i can say to do is jazz up the doors and dash, everything else i love...

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Best Vette since the '67

Written by: Marc on 06/08/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

This is my first Vette since my 1969 convertible. The performance is exceptional. The aerodynamics are well engineered, the car actually feels like it's attached to the road - extremely solid and smooth on the highway. Low end torque is so powerful that you never have to rev the engine past 2200 RPM if you don't want to. The shift linkage is very smooth and short coupled. Steering wheel controls are unnecessary because the stereo and HVAC dash controls are perfectly position right above your hand when on the shifter. The panel is a throw back to the 63-67 series, my favorite. I'm 62 and I absolutely love every minute I spend in this car, it's a delight to own and drive.

Favorite Features

Targa top - simple to remove. Takes me less than 30 seconds to remove and store in the trunk. DIS - much more logical and easier to use than my 08 Caddy. Hatch Back Storage - unlike previous Vetts lots of space, even with the Targa top in place.

Suggested Improvements

The peddles are too small. I also found it hard to find a seat position that allowed me to fully disengage the clutch without the break peddle being too close. The seat back needs to be reinforced on the edge facing the door to prevent abrasion when entering the vehicle.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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1st Corvette (my dream car)

Written by: wh on 05/06/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I've driven several corvettes in my quest to buy one. I am very pleased with the car.

Favorite Features

it's a corvette

Suggested Improvements

stop making so many automatic vettes!

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Perfect choice to replace old Vette

Written by: Lea on 04/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Limited Edition Z06 2dr Coupe (7.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I owned a '69 427 pumped up Vette for 16 years. Decided at last, to replace it instead with a new one a few weeks ago. My old car was a beast, and this one equals it, but stock and under warranty! Chevy has finally brought back a true muscle car! Fun to drive, great gas mileage, unbelievably 26.5 mpg after a 3200 mile trip out west, and a rather comfortable ride to boot. I still miss my old car but this one takes away the pain leaving nothing to be desired.

Favorite Features

Horse power to burn, heads up display, all the options including Nav, interior/exterior design, gas mileage with big fat tires.

Suggested Improvements

Better heat insulation under console, it gets too hot to store anything safely inside except metal. Not very good steering on uneven ridged roads. It will steer into and with road ruts but then again, the older Vettes did the same. Seats could be improved tilting headrest back

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My Dream Car

Written by: M. Biagini on 04/17/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Got this as a Christmas gift Dec. 07. We are a Corvette family, with my mom owning a 82' and also a 2005. After driving both of those I was ecstatic to get in my 08 for the first drive. This thing handles like nobody's business, so smooth and responsive. I love all the little gadget-y stuff (like the OnStar, GPS, heated seats are fab. in the cold NY winters). The push button start took some getting used to, I prefer to turn a key myself. Also, getting in and out was a comedy of errors until I figured out how it's supposed to be done. My only real complaint was an extremely squeaky roof. Every time I hit a bump, squeak, squeak. Dealer fixed it no problem. This car is amazingly sharp!

Favorite Features

*heated seats *OnStar *nice sound system *FAST *can change the color scheme on the display to suit your taste (sorry..but I'm a girl you know!)

Suggested Improvements

*Let's get back to using an actual KEY. I know car manufacturers like to update everything, but one of the great pleasures of a vette' is turning that key and feeling that engine start up. My battery died once and we needed a freakin' engineer to figure out how to get into the car to pop the hood.

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08 Coupe

Written by: Pleased on 04/05/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Purchased new in March of 09. 0% financing and steep discount was enough to convince. The car looks fantastic in Velocity Yellow. Turns heads around town. Averaging over 21+ MPG.

Favorite Features

Paddle shifter automatic, LS3 power, performance, handling, exterior.

Suggested Improvements

More supportive seats, upgraded stereo

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08 Vette Coupe

Written by: 08 Z-51 Coupe on 02/23/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

AI bought an 08 with 5000 miles on it. It has Z-51, dual mode and 6 speed manual. Performance is outstanding, dual mode is fun. Z-51 suspension is on the stiff side. It is OK in states with smooth roads, but would be bothersome in northern climates with cracked pavement. Overall a well built car so far.

Favorite Features

Dual mode exhaust is cool. I have dual tops and like the ability to change when I want to. The Bose stereo is decent for a Vette and the 6 speed has nice short throws. I like the XM radio a lot.

Suggested Improvements

Lighten up the spring rates on the Z-51 a bit. My tops have the creaking latch issue which I will have the dealer fix. Not OK on a body that has been in production since 05.

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Worth the wait!

Written by: Bluuurr on 01/13/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I had never owned a Corvette before purchasing a new 2008 crystal red metalic coupe. I thought that I could not afford one yet, and then the Chevrolete employee pricing was offered. I had planned to wait another 5 years before taking the plung, but the price was right sooner. I had never even been in a Vette or even test driven a Vette until my purchase. I just knew I wanted one! I couldn't be any more pleased with color, speed and acceleration, interior. I love everything about this car. Everyone else loves it too. To all you who have put off purchasing the new C6 Corvette...go do it, you'll not regret it.

Favorite Features

My Corvette knows me. My Proximity key unlocks the vehicle as you walk up to it and locks when you walk away. OnStar is great. Push button start. Very easy to wash exterior surfaces. Neighbors come out of the wood work and are more personable people too due to their interest in the car.

Suggested Improvements

It is beyond me why anyone would complain about the C6 Corvette features. This is a keeper.

8 out 9 people found this review helpful

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