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Most C8 Corvette Drivers Are First-Time Chevy Buyers
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The Chevrolet C8 Corvette made history as the first-ever mid-engine Corvette model and caught the attention of both long-time and brand-new fans of the model. According to vice president of Chevrolet Steve Hill, two-thirds of C8 Corvette drivers are first-time Chevy buyers.
The latest sales results of the Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette C8 at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant
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During the fourth quarter of 2020, Chevy sold 8,992 units of the Corvette models, compared to 3,491 units during the fourth quarter of 2019. This is a 158 percent increase year over year. In total, Chevy sold 21,626 units of the Corvette year-to-date in 2020, many of which went to first-time Chevy buyers. This is notably higher than the 17,988 units sold over the same period in 2019.
The C8 Corvette breaks from tradition as the first-ever mid-engine Corvette to hit production. Interestingly, the majority of C8 buyers are new to Chevy.