2005-2013

Corvette
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The Evolution After the C5 Revolution

With GM wanting to expand sales in Europe, the car needed to be more compact. Five more inches were cut from the length and one inch was shaved from the sides, while the wheelbase actually increased a little over an inch. At first glance, the C6 looks like it wants to tear you to pieces, which is in large part to Chief Designer Tom Peters, who was strongly influenced by the C2. Like Harley Earl half a century before, he drew inspiration from airplanes, specifically the YF-22 fighter. The wide and pointed fender curves, sharp rear lines, and tapered cockpit style communicate the aeronautical influence perfectly.

The aerodynamics of the car were developed with the C6.R GT racecar in mind. The production car engineers collaborated with the race team to maximize cooling and low drag coefficients by reverting back to the center grille opening as opposed to the split grill of the C5 (and several Pontiac models of the time).

Overview

Gallery

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Front 3D render of the Corvette
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Front 3D render of the Corvette
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C6 in numbers

Design changes history [source]

2006

  • Two exterior colors: Velocity Yellow Tintcoat and Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat
  • Titanium gray interior color
  • Storm Gray convertible top color

2006 - Z06

Changes to the body of the Z06 include:

  • Unique front fascia with upper inlet, specific grille, fenders, quarters and rear spoiler
  • Aluminized stainless-steel, dual-mode 3-inch exhaust with 4-inch polished stainless steel tips
  • Special Ebony seats available with red or gray accents with Z06 embroidery
  • Carbon-fiber fenders and floor panels
  • Front splitter, front and rear wheel opening extensions

2007

  • Exterior color: Atomic Orange Metallic Tintcoat
  • Available two-tone modified seats with crossed flag embroidery and contrasting stitching (Cashmere, Red and Titanium Gray)

2008

  • Interior trim enhancements for all models, including wrapped center trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents
  • Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package available for all models in exclusive, new Linen and Sienna colors
  • Two new premium exterior colors: Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat

2011 - Z06

The Z06 Carbon Limited Edition Corvette featured the Z07 Performance Package, plus the introduction of a painted carbon fiber raised hood, a carbon fiber splitter and rockers. The cars mirrors and headlights were finished in black, and the exterior of all of the Carbon Limited Edition Corvettes were finished either in Supersonic Blue or Inferno Orange. The interiors of both cars included matching body-color stitching.

Engines

LS2 6.0L (V8) 2005–2007 400hp (298kW)
LS7 7.0L (V8) 2006–2013 505hp (377kW)
LS3 6.2L (V8) 2007–2013 430hp (321kW)
LS9 supercharged 6.2L (V8) 2007–2013 630hp (470kW)