Corvette marks 65 years of production in 2018. Only 300 were built in 1953, each of them Polo White with a red interior.
BASE PRICE
$56,490 Coupe
$60,490 Convertible
$61,490 Coupe with Z51
$65,490 Convertible with Z51
EPA VEHICLE CLASS
Coupe with removable roof panel or Convertible
Coupe with removable roof panel or Convertible
NEW FOR 2018
◾Standard 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels. Derived from the Z51 package, they replace the previous 18-inch/19-inch standard wheels
◾Five new wheel options, including Torque and Motorsport designs
◾Magnetic Ride Control offered as a stand-alone option
◾Revised interior color breakup on 2LT trim includes instrument panel color
◾HD digital radio standard
◾Available Performance Data Recorder/Cosworth Toolbox offers four additional data channels: individual wheel speeds, individual suspension displacements, yaw rate and intake and ambient air temperatures
◾Improved rear-view camera image
◾Enhanced Head-Úp Display rotation setting
◾Ceramic Matrix Gray replaces Sterling Blue in the exterior color palette
◾Spice Red convertible top
◾Spice Red interior offered on 3LT and 3LZ trims
◾Jet Black sueded-wrapped interior includes carbon rim steering wheel and gloss carbon fiber interior trim
◾New interior color stitching packages (Red/ yellow / new blue) offered on 3LT and 3LZ trims
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
◾Offered in 1LT, 2LT and 3LT trims
◾Lightweight materials, including an aluminum frame; carbon fiber hood and removable roof panel; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano composite underbody panels contribute to optimal 50/50 weight balance
◾Five-position Drive Mode Selector that tailors 12 vehicle attributes to fit the driver's environment
◾Interior that offers genuine carbon fiber and aluminum trim, hand-wrapped leather materials and dual eight-inch configurable, high-definition color driver/infotainment screens
◾Available Z51 Performance Package with specific, brakes, cooling, suspension, electronic limited-slip differential, gearing, dry-sump oil system, performance exhaust and aero package
◾Available Magnetic Selective Ride Control
◾Available Performance Data Recorder – or PDR – enables users to record high-definition video, with telemetry overlays, of their driving experiences on and off the track
◾Chevrolet MyLink with 8-inch-diagonal color touchscreen
◾Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection capability
◾OnStar 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot (3GB/three-month trial)
◾Keyless open and start
◾Curb-view cameras included on 2LT and 3LT trims
◾Head-up display included on 2LT and 3LT trims
◾Bose 10-speaker audio system with bass box included on 2LT and 3LT trims
◾Heated and ventilated leather-trimmed seats are included on 2LT and 3LT trims
◾Leather wrapped interior wirh sueded upper interior trim included on 3LT
◾Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
◾Available Competition Sport seats
◾Corvette Museum delivery is available
SAFETY FEATÚRES
◾Four standard air bags, including side-impact air bags
◾Four-wheel disc brakes with four-channel ABS
◾Active Handling with electronic stability control
◾Safety belt pretensioners
◾Rear-vision camera
◾Tire pressure monitoring with run-flat tires
◾Four standard air bags, including side-impact air bags
◾Four-wheel disc brakes with four-channel ABS
◾Active Handling with electronic stability control
◾Safety belt pretensioners
◾Rear-vision camera
◾Tire pressure monitoring with run-flat tires
The latest member of the Corvette lineup, the Grand Sport carries on the racing spirit of the original 1963 model, combining the power of the legendary LT1 6.2L engine with a lightweight, race-bred chassis and aerodynamics package to provide incredible grip and handling.The Grand Sport features a 6.2L LT1 V8 engine, capable of 460 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. The compact design lowers the hoodline, providing optimal weight balance. A dry-sump oil system delivers oil flow through the most extreme cornering, helping Grand Sport deliver a consistently high level of performance.Z07: A Racing HeritageGrand Sport is the latest member of one of the most storied performance families in the world. From the road prowess of Stingray to the track-dominant Z06, there's a Corvette for just about any driver. And Grand Sport with the available Z07 Performance Package takes driving to a whole new level, with 1.2g of cornering capability.
• Únique suspension tuning and
BREMBO® 15.5'/15.3'
carbon-ceramic brake rotors are
included with the Z07 Package
• Z07 Package includes Michelin® Pilot®
Sport Cup 2 ZP summer-only tiresThe available Chevrolet Performance Data Recorder logs video of your driving sessions, along with real-time performance data, onto an SD memory card so you can analyze your technique and improve your driving abilities. And when someone else is driving the car, Valet mode can capture video and data for additional peace of mind.Tour Mode is the default setting for everyday driving and road trips. Engaged systems relieve stiffness from shock damping and improve comfort for long-distance driving. Customizable gauge cluster can display audio, navigation and phone data.
Stay in control with five driver modes
Mode Selector allows drivers to tailor virtually every aspect of their Corvette based on road conditions and their driving preferences. With the turn of a dial, five distinct driver modes electronically calibrate up to 12 variables, optimizing everything from steering to throttle control for peak performance in every environment.Grand Sport combines signature Corvette DNA with ingenious engineering to create a stunning aerodynamic sports car with a wider body that includes sophisticated aerodynamic and cooling elements. With a variety of color options as well as unique striping and available fender hash marks with the available Heritage Package, you can truly make Grand Sport yours.
Design Details
• Wider fenders accommodate wider wheels and tires for a confident, aggressive stance
• Únique mesh grille and integrated Grand Sport-badged front fender inserts provide increased airflow.Aero
Nearly every exterior element of Grand Sport has been designed with an aerodynamic purpose, creating a potent driving machine that's primed to perform, lap after lap. Lightweight architecture and Z06-style rear spoiler help reduce lift, while large, available carbon fiber rocker panels and rear spoiler further reduce weight and contribute to overall aerodynamics. An available Carbon Fiber Ground Effects Package takes this aero setup over the top, for the ultimate in design performance.Úniquely Corvette
Available fall 2016, the limited production Collector Edition comes in all-new Watkins Glen Gray body color with Tension Blue fender hash marks. Inside, you'll find a Collector Edition-exclusive Tension Blue leather-and-suede-wrapped interior with Blue accent stitching.And the available Twilight Blue, Spice Red and Jet Black Suede design packages take Grand Sport to the next level of customization, design and performance.Grand Sport Convertible
The fully electronic convertible top can be lowered with the press of a button or remotely using the key fob — even while driving up to 30 mph — and hides beneath a body-colored tonneau cover. Since Grand Sport was designed from the start to be an open-top vehicle, you won't sacrifice performance when the top goes down. Where Man and Machine Become One
Grand Sport is furnished with a refined, driver-oriented cockpit crafted from authentic materials. Intuitive instruments, like an available Head-Úp Display that projects data near your line of sight, help you focus on the thrill of the drive. Standard Grand Touring and available Competition Sport seats each feature a lightweight magnesium frame for optimal support.
- Available Competition Sport seat is built for cornering, with pronounced side bolsters
- Flat-bottom steering wheel, available in sueded microfiber or wrapped in premium leather, enhances the driving experienceCorvette Connectivity
With available head-up display, connectivity, the latest Chevrolet MyLink 8-inch diagonal touch-screen†, easy-to-use driver modes and an available class-exclusive Performance Data Recorder, this is the most technologically advanced Corvette to date.Source - Chevrolet
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