The mid-engine C8 runs with Porsches and Ferraris through corners, not just in drag races, and delivers legitimate supercar performance at half the price, no excuses needed anymore. But if you're shopping used to save money, know what you're getting into: the C5 needs an AGM battery to prevent corrosion eating the vacuum lines underneath, and EBCM modules and torque tubes wear out predictably (cheap if you wrench, painful at a shop). The C7 has scattered reports of trim separation and paint problems that aren't confirmed systematic yet. Buy the C8 if you want a world-class sports car today; buy a C5 or C6 if you can turn wrenches and want accessible performance; skip the Corvette if you need a carefree daily driver.
This twin-turbo V6 coupe delivers 400 horsepower and head-turning retro styling for less than a loaded Camry costs, a genuine performance bargain that embarrasses the Supra on price. The driving experience is engaging and surprisingly livable for daily use, with strong aftermarket support for those chasing more power. The tradeoff: an interior that feels lifted from 2009, a notchy manual shifter that demands commitment, and the reality that you're buying a heavily refreshed 370Z platform, not a clean-sheet design. Early dealer greed and a resolved transmission stop-sale left some scars, but the mechanicals are solid. Buy this if you want analog thrills and heritage on a budget; skip it if you need modern refinement or cutting-edge tech.