C8 (2020 to 2023)

The Chevrolet Corvette C8 represents the most radical shift in Corvette history, debuting in 2020 as the first production Corvette to adopt a mid-engine layout after decades of front-engine development dating back to the 1950s. This architectural change was driven by Chevrolet’s long-term motorsport ambitions and the need to remain competitive with modern European supercars, resulting in a car that delivers significantly improved balance, traction, and outright performance while retaining a naturally aspirated V8 at its core. Offered in Stingray, Z06, and subsequent high-performance variants, the C8 marked a clear break from past generations while redefining what a Corvette could be. In the Australian market, the C8 has generated unprecedented interest for a modern Corvette, despite left-hand-drive configuration, with strong demand driven by specialist imports, media exposure, and its reputation as a supercar-level performer at a comparatively attainable price point. Market values are influenced by variant, specification, mileage, condition, and import costs, with Z06 and limited-production models attracting the strongest premiums as Australian buyers increasingly embrace the C8 as a genuine alternative to established European performance cars.