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—it’s almost impossible to create a more true-to-life model than this. With the C8R, the U.S. manufacturer has realized a mid-engine concept for the first time. In the original, the 5.5-liter engine is located between the driver’s compartment and the rear axle—
Visually, the silver-and-yellow race car is a real standout; its contours and graphics convey speed and power. The large red mirror housings and several decals add further pops of color. The paintwork and decals are clean, sharply defined, and flawless. The heavily tinted windows complement the vehicle well, though they make it difficult to see the driver figure.
The wheels sit snugly and true to the original in the wheel wells and have no unnecessary clearance above them. They handle smoothly and without any noticeable issues.
In terms of handling, the C8R—in both the 124 and 132 versions—can hold its own among GT vehicles. If it were just a little lighter, it would often be good enough for a podium finish; however, its handling is rather forgiving, which can certainly be an advantage in endurance races.
In real life, the C8R made its debut at the 2020 24 Hours of Daytona in the GT-Le Mans class with the American Corvette Racing Team. Following its opening victory in the GT-LM class, it went on to enjoy further success in the 2020 IMSA SportsCar Championship and ultimately finished the year in third place in the GT-LM series (first place, by the way, went to the yellow C8R with start number 3). Thanks to the C8R’s successes, Corvette Racing and Chevrolet secured both the Team Championship and the Manufacturers’ Championship in the GT-LM class in 2020.
