New Ford GT to have a V8?

[shelbydoug]

Just throwing this gem out there for you guys wanting a C8 "R Model" - https://gmauthority.com/blog/2021/11/chevy-announces-new-2024-corvette-z06-gt3-r-race-car/
Yes Pantera transaxle was a problem. I remember going to Stroppe's on Signal Hill and he had a whole room full of Pantera warranty transaxles. They belonged to Ford and I don't know if they finally went back for rebuild or just got scrapped.

I did look at this and was interested to see what transmission was going to be offered.

I saw no mention of a transmission? Are they intending to race this car strictly as an automatic?

The lack of talk of offering a manual transmission as an option has me doubting that this is the car for me.

Does anyone here know if it's a manual or auto?

[shelbymann1970]

Can't tow?  no problem

C8 Corvette Gets Hitched in Venice, Florida - Corvette: Sales, News & Lifestyle
https://www.corvetteblogger.com/2019/08/01/spied-c8-corvette-gets-hitched-in-venice-florida/

I highly doubt there'll ever be a "tow package" on a new Corvette.  The trailer hitch on the camo'ed car was 99% probability (my number) used to tow a small trailer that's part of the engineering gear.  They can be calibrated to simulate grades, etc.  They run them 24/7 on vehicles at most proving grounds.  I've been on every domestic PG, and a lot of German, Japanese, British, Swedish and Italian proving grounds, too.

98 SVT can probably add to this.

I agree. I have seen Vettes over the years towing cars just like I saw a 68 Shelby at a SAAC convention towing another 68 Shelby on a trailer. https://www.corvetteblogger.com/2021/07/14/c4-corvette-with-a-gooseneck-hitch-is-a-perfect-rig-for-towing-a-c4-drift-car-to-the-track/

I like the way this guy got innovative on his C7. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiabqjRIfck

[Side-Oilers]

Yes, I too have seen guys in older Vettes, back in the day, towing small sailboats or other very light trailers.  Not the best choice in a tow car, but if it's your only vehicle, I get it. 

However, the factory (AFAIK) has never "tow rated" a Vette, probably mostly due to liability reasons. Also, it's so they don't have to add weight by having some acceptable structure for a hitch.
 

[mikeh]

Shelbymann1970 this is Wayne Curry sometime in the 80's I think. 4 speed KR towing GT-500. Both cars are still local to me, Wayne passed away in 99. He also towed CSX3201 to LA with same car!

I am assuming these were the cars you saw.

[FL SAAC]

Wondering if the GT will come with a complementary coupon  for white NB shoes?

[Side-Oilers]

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops. 

[Don Johnston]

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

Hey, hey, hey!  Got the requisite uniform in daily use.  But I live where it is an established dress code.  That alternate uniform show in the photos is saved for SAAC conventions.

[shelbymann1970]

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

[shelbydoug]

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

Do you paint your toenails? If not, you don't have anything to worry about.

NB for me and I don't know how my Shelby t-shirts are going to come across. Maybe there will be a Shelby version of the C8? The Fords seem to be discontinued?

[shelbymann1970]

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

Do you paint your toenails? If not, you don't have anything to worry about.

NB for me and I don't know how my Shelby t-shirts are going to come across. Maybe there will be a Shelby version of the C8? The Fords seem to be discontinued?

LOL no, I do not paint them . I try to wear good supporting shoes everywhere I go  as I still run on a good week 5 days a week at lunch and I'll be 62 in another 2 weeks. I still got good knees and feet. Since I run around downtown Flint I need to be in shape just in case.....

[FL SAAC]

"They" said that "he" was clinically insane and should be institutionalized

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

[FL SAAC]

Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.
Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.
Happy Birthday Dear Shelbyman
Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.

 

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

Do you paint your toenails? If not, you don't have anything to worry about.

NB for me and I don't know how my Shelby t-shirts are going to come across. Maybe there will be a Shelby version of the C8? The Fords seem to be discontinued?

LOL no, I do not paint them . I try to wear good supporting shoes everywhere I go  as I still run on a good week 5 days a week at lunch and I'll be 62 in another 2 weeks. I still got good knees and feet. Since I run around downtown Flint I need to be in shape just in case.....

[shelbymann1970]

Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.
Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.
Happy Birthday Dear Shelbyman
Happy Birthday to You, cha, cha, cha.

^^^ That's a goofy uniform, compared to the requisite "Old Shelby Guy" Hawaiian shirt, Dockers shorts and flip-flops.

I'm an "old Shelby guy" and I don't wear Hawaiian shirts, dockers or flip flops. I wear various footwear(NB, Fila, Sketchers and Nike currently, and never jean shorts. Usually cargo shorts. Mostly printed T-shirts. So when I get a new Vette should I only wear my NB shoes? In Tony's pics above the last showing  long blue Jeans and NB tennis shoes I want to ask: Tony, why are you taking pictures of my feet? Weird. 

Do you paint your toenails? If not, you don't have anything to worry about.

NB for me and I don't know how my Shelby t-shirts are going to come across. Maybe there will be a Shelby version of the C8? The Fords seem to be discontinued?

LOL no, I do not paint them . I try to wear good supporting shoes everywhere I go  as I still run on a good week 5 days a week at lunch and I'll be 62 in another 2 weeks. I still got good knees and feet. Since I run around downtown Flint I need to be in shape just in case.....

[shelbydoug]

Happy Birthday to you.
Now you're 62.
You need a new shoe...

I'm working on the rest... check back later!

[FL SAAC]

Gentlemen,  I am truly overwhelmed with the talent that is exhibited on this forum.  With that we would like to present a trophy to all of you. ( please disregard that spelling B bullsh#t on trophy ) Everyone here is a winner !

Keeping to the topic, NO that overpriced toy will not get a V8, it will keep sounding like angry bumble bees