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The mid-engine C8 Corvette has unlocked a fresh level of performance, powered by a formidable 6.2L V8 engine. Known as the LT2, this engine delivers 495 horsepower at 6,450 RPM and 470 lb-ft of torque at 5,150 RPM, paired with a specially designed Tremec 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. With the...
The Z06 arrived for the 2006 model year as a homologation vehicle in the third quarter of 2005 and is the lightest of all Corvette models. The Z06 was equipped with the largest-displacement small-block engine ever produced, a new 7,011 cc (7.0 L; 427.8 cu in) V8 engine codenamed the...
The Chevrolet Corvette was once again chosen as the official pace car for the 102nd Indy 500 in 2018. This was the Corvette’s 15th appearance as the Indy 500 pace car, a tradition dating back to 1978. Chevrolet prepared a 2019 Corvette ZR1, equipped with a supercharged 6.2L LT5 V-8...
Chevrolet introduced the 2016 Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition to celebrate Corvette Racing’s achievements, along with the C7.R models created by Pratt & Miller and Chevrolet. Only 650 units were made, with 500 designated for the U.S., each bearing a unique sequential serial number. One of these, available on Bring A Trailer...
Few cars manage to put a smile on my face quite like these two—the Corvette E-Ray and the Z06. From Chevrolet, these two supercars offer thrilling performances in two different flavors: one electrified and one raw, naturally aspirated. Powering the Corvette E-Ray is the LT2 V8 engine, delivering 495 horsepower,...
The 2019 ZR1, the ultimate performer among seven generations of front-engined Corvettes, features the supercharged, dry-sump LT5, delivering 755 HP and 715 lb-ft of torque and pushing the ZR1 to an impressive top speed of 212 MPH. While few will test its full potential, the ZR1 firmly holds its world-class...
In 1963, the Corvette Sting Ray could be ordered with the RPO Z06 “Special Equipment Package,” which included performance upgrades like a thicker front stabilizer, larger-diameter shocks, stiffer springs, and advanced brakes with sintered metallic linings, a dual-circuit master cylinder, and a vacuum booster. Priced at $1,818, the Z06 package...
For the 2017 model year, Chevrolet introduced their latest iteration of the Corvette Grand Sport at the Geneva Auto Show. Like the 2015 Corvette C7.R Pro race car, the 2017 Grand Sport combined a lightweight architecture, a track-honed aerodynamics package, Michelin tires and a naturally aspirated engine. This particular model,...
The 1970-72 ZR1 package make it one of the rarest small-block production Corvettes of all time. With only 53 units built over three years—25 in 1970, eight in 1971, and 20 in 1972—the first-generation ZR1 is rarer than even the L88 or the 1963 Z06. Corvettes ordered with RPO ZR1...
The debut of the eighth-generation Chevrolet Corvette marked a revolutionary shift in its legacy, introducing a mid-engine design for the first time in over six decades. This move from the traditional front-engine layout reflected General Motors’ long-standing ambitions—teased in concept cars for years—to push the Corvette’s performance to new heights....
The 1956 model year marked a pivotal evolution for the Corvette. While the 1955 model saw the introduction of a V-8 engine, significantly boosting its performance capabilities, it still lacked some features desired by American consumers. Chevrolet addressed these in 1956 when designer Bob Cadaret gave the Corvette a full...
In this video from of Raiti’s Rides on YouTube, host Joe Raiti showcased a truly exceptional 2006 Chevrolet Corvette that had been meticulously modified to create a one-of-a-kind street machine: a 2006 C6 Corvette with ZR6X bodywork. This Corvette showcases the bold ZR6X bodywork, which is three inches wider than...
The Grand Sport name has always been synonymous with exceptional engineering choices by Chevrolet, and its 2013 edition continues that legacy. This special nameplate has appeared on some of Corvette’s most iconic models, symbolizing the brand’s design and performance achievements. The 2013 Grand Sport honored both the 50th anniversary of...
From its debut in 1970, the ZR1 name has always been synonymous with the most exotic, high-performing Corvette in the lineup. While the newly introduced C8 Corvette ZR1 features a mid-engine layout, the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 remains the ultimate front-engine Corvette. This stunning Blade Silver Metallic example solidifies that...
The C5 Z06 is a no-nonsense Corvette aimed directly at diehard performance enthusiasts at the upper end of the high performance market. The 2001 version followed in the original’s footsteps with the most powerful engine in the Corvette lineup, the all-aluminum LS6, whose designation recalled another Chevrolet legend, the 1970...
The 2017-2019 Corvette Grand Sport paid homage to Zora Arkus-Duntov’s 1960s racers while incorporating lessons from Corvette Racing. Based on the seventh-generation Corvette, it combined elements from the Z06 and Z51 performance packages with a naturally aspirated LT1 6.2L V8 engine producing 460 HP. Specific to the Grand Sport were...
After the Corvette’s redesign in 1968, 1969 brought a series of thoughtful refinements to the model. The Sting Ray name was altered, appearing as a single word on the front fender, and the door-opening mechanism was improved by integrating the previous year’s finger hold with a new design, eliminating the...
When Chevrolet introduced the C8 Corvette ZR1, they promised it would redefine the brand’s performance standards. The ZR1 was not only the latest in the iconic ZR1 lineage, but also the first Corvette to surpass 1,000 horsepower, with its 5.5-liter turbocharged V8 producing 1,064 hp. Also, one of the biggest...
The STS ZR7 debuted at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas, intended as a limited production of 50 Corvettes upgraded by STS to surpass the performance of the ZR1, but this convertible was the only other car of this kind produced. It features a Kindig-It Design widebody kit, which...
The C7 Corvette will always be known as the final generation of the front-engine Corvette. C7 started in 2014 and ended in 2019. What’s great about the C7 is that they brought back the Stingray name and continued the Grand Sport name. The C7 Grand Sport boasts a wider body and chassis...
With its aggressive, timeless styling, along with the introduction of independent rear suspension and a range of powertrains and performance options, the 1963-67 Corvette Sting Ray generation set the standard for America’s Sports Car, now in its eighth generation. While stock and restored second-generation Corvettes are highly regarded, the classic...
The 60th-anniversary package for the Corvette featured Arctic White paint with Silver Pearl stripes, a Diamond Blue leather interior with custom blue stitching, and suede accents on the steering wheel, shifter, parking brake, and door panels. It also included a ZR1-style spoiler and special 60th-anniversary emblems. This design package was...
The 1957 Corvette stands out for two key reasons. First, the V-8 engine’s displacement was increased from 265 to 283 cubic inches, and a new high-performance engine was introduced. Alongside the standard 220 HP 4-barrel and the 245 and 270 HP dual 4-barrel versions, two fuel-injected V-8s were made available....
When the eighth-generation Corvette Stingray launched in 2020, it made history as the first mid-engine Corvette, realizing the long-time vision of Zora Arkus-Duntov, the original chief Corvette engineer. Despite having less power than the previous 755-hp 2019 Corvette ZR1, the 2020 Stingray, with 495 horsepower accelerated faster from 0 to...
The launch of a new Corvette is always significant, and the 2014 C7 model brought major updates, including enhanced performance and a sleek, international design. To celebrate its debut, Chevrolet introduced the Corvette Stingray Premiere Edition, producing only 500 units. The C7-generation featured an entirely new design, from the hydro-formed...
When the newly redesigned Corvette arrived in 1956, it transformed almost entirely from its original form, emerging as a true American sports car. With shiny chrome details, two-tone paint, a powerful V-8 engine, and practical features like wind-up windows, a simple convertible top, and exterior door handles, it became much...
In 2009, Chevrolet celebrated its impressive achievements in GT1 racing with the release of the GT1 Championship Special Edition Corvette. Chevrolet had secured the American Le Mans Series GT1 Manufacturers Championship for eight consecutive years, claimed the 24 Hours of Le Mans GT1 title five times, and achieved over 70...
Reintroduced to the Corvette lineup in 2009, the 638 HP ZR1 became the most powerful vehicle ever produced by General Motors. It surpassed the legendary 1990-95 ZR1 with its ability to reach speeds over 200 MPH. Built on the Z06’s aluminum chassis, the ZR1 stands out with flared fenders, a...
The Greenwood Daytona was the most extreme of all the Corvette body kits. It featured a radical fiberglass body kit that included a new nose section, a new hood, sides, and a new rear end which incorporated a larger spoiler on the back for added downforce at high speeds. Each...
