[VIDEO] Capturing the C8 Grand Sport Preview Lap at Sebring

Mar 23, 2026

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[VIDEO] Capturing the C8 Grand Sport Preview Lap at Sebring

Photo Credit: Steve B.

It’s great having friends in this business, especially when you can’t physically be in two locations at the same time.

We got the word earlier in the week that Chevrolet was planning on running the new 2027 Corvette Grand Sport at Sebring prior to the start of the race. Not only that, but the new C8 would be accompanied by other Grand Sports from previous generations. The highlights of those included the Chassis 001 1963 Corvette Grand Sport Roadster originally raced at Sebring in 1964 by Roger Penske and Jim Hall, and the VIN 001 1996 Corvette Grand Sport which was previously owned by retired Corvette Assistant Chief Engineer John Heinricy. After reaching out to our friends at Chevrolet PR, we got the “suggestion” to be trackside between 8:30-9:00 am where we could see them drive by.

On early Saturday morning prior to the start of the Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring, I took a look at the track map and felt my best opportunity to capture the new Grand Sport as it made its way around the historic 3.74-mile road course would be Turn 7. The sun was directly shining on it from the east, and I knew the car would have to slow down to take that corner. From that vantage point, I was hoping to capture the procession as they came into the turn and then get them from the side as they left. It also helped that there was a set of bleachers there that were relatively empty when I reached them around 8:30 am.

Meanwhile, our friend Steve B. went the other direction and found the staging area where all the Grand Sports were being readied for their on-track appearance. While there, he managed to get some great photos of the car before they rolled out. From them, we have the cleanest look yet at the new cup-style wheels and the emblem on both sides of the car. Steve was respectful of the team and didn’t get too close to them, so don’t ask about any engine shots!

Lucky for us, Chevrolet released that Instagram video on Saturday afternoon showing the new LS6 engine cover while also providing a short sound clip of the new LS6 engine.

Below is a video showing the Grand Sports coming down the straight into Turn 7 and then heading off. I was holding my GoPro in my left hand while shooting the cars with my right, and somehow it turned out okay. In the video you can see some of the better photos which we shared on Saturday morning.

After you watch the video, check out Steve’s photos from the staging point as well. Thanks again Steve for allowing us to share them with our fellow Corvette enthusiasts!