I think that the styling hints that the next version will be mid-engined. This is evident from the vents above and before the rear wheels meant to cool the rear brakes and the vents near the taillights. Sales wise, the 'vette is trounced by the rear engined Porsche 911. It's only a matter of time before Chevrolet makes the change. Rumor has it that that was the original plan but it was scuttled due to GM's recent bankruptcy filings. Here are more pics.