If you're one of those gearheads who has his fingers crossed for a mid-engined Corvette, then this report will likely keep your hopes up. According to Motor Trend, quoting "multiple sources" around General Motors, the next-generation Corvette will have its V-8 engine mounted behind the seats. What's more, the report suggests a mid-engine Corvette could come as soon as the C7-based ZR1 hits the market.
Just as we pointed out back in June 2014, when Chevy trademarked the "Zora" name, Motor Trend also hints that the said moniker will be used on a mid-engined Corvette. A move that would make sense, given that Zora Duntov himself created a mid-engined Corvette prototype in the early 1960s. Dubbed CERV II, the concept also featured a unique AWD system which, at the time, would've helped GM develop one of the most advanced supercars for the road.
Unfortunately, the CERV II never became more than just a concept and Chevrolet never offered supercar. But that could change in a few years if Motor Trend's report proves to be accurate.
Now we know what some of you might be thinking; shifting the Corvette's engine from the front to the middle would be a huge departure from the 'Vette's 60-year-old legacy. Well, not quite. Motor Trend speculates that Chevy is considering a "Corvette family" for the next-generation, C8 model. Specifically, the lineup could include both a familiar, front-engine sports car and a mid-engine supercar.
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Next-Generation Chevrolet Corvette Could Feature a Mid-Engine Setup originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 18 August 2014 13:00 EST.
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