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Showing posts with label Corvette. Show all posts

Ugur Sahin’s Sexy Corvette: Limited Run Soleil Anadi Sports Car Coming to Monaco


Dutch industrial designers Ugur Sahin Design have taken the wraps off the romantically named Soleil Anandi, a gorgeous-looking coupe / concept based on the group’s Z03 Concept of 2007. This latest effort takes the taut lines of the Z03 Concept and refines them in a spectacular – and apparently production-ready – fashion.

With its forward raked and blacked out rump, sculptured flanks and shark-like nose, the Anandi incorporates Corvette styling cues both past and present. Think of it as a modern day interpretation of the Stingray of the 1960s. And what a better place to present it than in Monaco which has a reputation for offering the most exclusive and exotic goods and services to the uber-rich.

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Ugur Sahin’s Sexy Corvette: Limited Run Soleil Anadi Sports Car Coming to Monaco


Dutch industrial designers Ugur Sahin Design have taken the wraps off the romantically named Soleil Anandi, a gorgeous-looking coupe / concept based on the group’s Z03 Concept of 2007. This latest effort takes the taut lines of the Z03 Concept and refines them in a spectacular – and apparently production-ready – fashion.

With its forward raked and blacked out rump, sculptured flanks and shark-like nose, the Anandi incorporates Corvette styling cues both past and present. Think of it as a modern day interpretation of the Stingray of the 1960s. And what a better place to present it than in Monaco which has a reputation for offering the most exclusive and exotic goods and services to the uber-rich.

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Chevrolet Celebrates 100th Anniversary with 2012 Centennial Edition Corvette Package


The Chevrolet brand turns 100 this year, and unlike some people that like to hide their age after a certain point, the automaker is out to tell the world. Among the many celebrations planned for this occasion is the presentation a special 2012 Centennial Edition Corvette with a black color scheme and unique design elements.

“Racing and performance are the roots of Chevrolet, a tradition carried forward today by Corvette,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “The Centennial Edition not only celebrates our 100 years, it once again pushes Corvette forward for a new generation of sports car fans.”

The 2012 Centennial Edition will be available as a special package on all Corvette models, including the Grand Sport that features a 6.2-liter V8 pumping out 430HP, the Z06 that comes equipped with a 505HP 7.0-liter V8 and the flagship ZR1 with its 638-hp supercharged LS9 V8 engine.

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Chevrolet Celebrates 100th Anniversary with 2012 Centennial Edition Corvette Package


The Chevrolet brand turns 100 this year, and unlike some people that like to hide their age after a certain point, the automaker is out to tell the world. Among the many celebrations planned for this occasion is the presentation a special 2012 Centennial Edition Corvette with a black color scheme and unique design elements.

“Racing and performance are the roots of Chevrolet, a tradition carried forward today by Corvette,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “The Centennial Edition not only celebrates our 100 years, it once again pushes Corvette forward for a new generation of sports car fans.”

The 2012 Centennial Edition will be available as a special package on all Corvette models, including the Grand Sport that features a 6.2-liter V8 pumping out 430HP, the Z06 that comes equipped with a 505HP 7.0-liter V8 and the flagship ZR1 with its 638-hp supercharged LS9 V8 engine.

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VIDEO: 2012MY Nissan GT-R Trims Nurburgring Lap Time to 7:24.22, Plus Split-Screen with ZR1


At last November’s LA Auto Show, Nissan lifted the sheets off the revised GT-R that recently went on sale as a 2012MY in North America and as a 2011MY in the rest of the world. Key changes over the previous model include a 45HP bump in output to 530HP, plus a series of aero and chassis tweaks.

For those of you wondering how these modifications affected the GT-R’s performance on the notorious Nordschleife, Nissan’s team managed to shave more than two seconds off the 2011MYs time of 7:26.4, dropping it to 7:24.22, allegedly in less than ideal conditions. You’ll have to skip to about 3:20 into the clip for the driving to begin.

We also found a edited film on Youtube that compares the 2012 GT-R and Corvette ZR-1 on the 'Ring in a split format, which was created by synchronizing the two videos at the pit exit. Watch both videos after the jump.

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VIDEO: 2012MY Nissan GT-R Trims Nurburgring Lap Time to 7:24.22, Plus Split-Screen with ZR1


At last November’s LA Auto Show, Nissan lifted the sheets off the revised GT-R that recently went on sale as a 2012MY in North America and as a 2011MY in the rest of the world. Key changes over the previous model include a 45HP bump in output to 530HP, plus a series of aero and chassis tweaks.

For those of you wondering how these modifications affected the GT-R’s performance on the notorious Nordschleife, Nissan’s team managed to shave more than two seconds off the 2011MYs time of 7:26.4, dropping it to 7:24.22, allegedly in less than ideal conditions. You’ll have to skip to about 3:20 into the clip for the driving to begin.

We also found a edited film on Youtube that compares the 2012 GT-R and Corvette ZR-1 on the 'Ring in a split format, which was created by synchronizing the two videos at the pit exit. Watch both videos after the jump.

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VIDEO: Corvette ZR1 ALMS Ad Belittles BMW, Ferrari and Porsche, but Ends up Losing to M3s in Sebring…


Just before the season opener of the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) at the Sebring International Raceway in Florida this past weekend, GM aired an aggressive commercial touting its 638-horsepower-strong Corvette ZR1. The ad claims that the firm’s engineers had to reduce the stock ZR1’s LS9 engine output by 168HP in order to compete in the race and “just to be fair against Porsche, Ferrari and BMW”.

For one, the Corvette ALMS racers are actually powered by a V8 loosely based on the Z06’s LS7 engine (see the second video after the jump). Perhaps most importantly, the Corvettes finished third and fourth in the GT class in Sebring behind two BMW M3 GTs… Videos follow after the break.

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VIDEO: Corvette ZR1 ALMS Ad Belittles BMW, Ferrari and Porsche, but Ends up Losing to M3s in Sebring…


Just before the season opener of the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) at the Sebring International Raceway in Florida this past weekend, GM aired an aggressive commercial touting its 638-horsepower-strong Corvette ZR1. The ad claims that the firm’s engineers had to reduce the stock ZR1’s LS9 engine output by 168HP in order to compete in the race and “just to be fair against Porsche, Ferrari and BMW”.

For one, the Corvette ALMS racers are actually powered by a V8 loosely based on the Z06’s LS7 engine (see the second video after the jump). Perhaps most importantly, the Corvettes finished third and fourth in the GT class in Sebring behind two BMW M3 GTs… Videos follow after the break.

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MotorTrend Pits the Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 and Nissan GT-R Against Each Other


What weights ten tonnes and costs more than US$240,000? If you said, “a gold plated bulldozer”, you’d be close but no cigar. The answer is three sub-100k supercars: the Chevy Corvette Z06, Ford Shelby GT500 and Nissan GT-R. These three industry titans, with nameplates stretching as far back as the 1960s, were the recent subjects of an epic comparison test by MotorTrend. Here are three would-be-supercars – over 500hp and 3 second 0 to 60 mph times – that don’t command the supercar price tag. Read more »

Savage Rivale’s Roadyacht GTS gets a Racing Variant


Back in 2009 at the Top Marques Monaco Show, Dutch automaker Savage Rivale blew the lid off the
Roadyacht GTS, an eccentric four-door, coupe-convertible supercar. While interesting enough to be worth a second look, one could’ve argued on the chances of the Corvette-based vehicle to become a hit. Still, it seems that it was successful enough to prompt the development of a racing version, aptly called the GTR.

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2010 Callaway Chevrolet Corvette SC580

Callaway Cars are on the new Callaway Chevrolet proud corvette SC580: class class-competing supercar against a fraction of the costs of its European collega' s to introduce. To hold to a design philosophy forged more than thirty years of the construction of " Powerful Engineered serious Fast" auto' s, the Callaway SC580 offer intimidating strength during reflecting refined manners: Low 11-seconden ET-mogelijkheid file properties perfect with no petrol mileage punish, one 3 years/36,000 miles of aandrijflijn guarantee and a scale to optional performances and aesthetic improvements.2010 CALLAWAY CORVETTE SC580 STANDARD EQUIPMENT:
• Roots-style Eaton CS2000 Supercharger, with polished finish
• Liquid-to-air intercooler, integral to intake manifold base (patent pending)
• Increased flow rate Fuel Injectors
• Body-color Injector Covers
• Electronic Fuel Pump Controller
• Callaway Double-D Stainless Steel Exhaust System
• Callaway Honker High Flow Intake System
• Callaway RTM Fiberglass Hood Bulge
• Callaway Door Sill Panels
• Callaway Embroidered Floor Mats
• Callaway Badging, Exterior and Interior, including Dash Plaque with engraved VIN
• Callaway Corvette Authenticity Documentation
• Callaway 3 year/36,000 mile limited powertrain warranty



Performance Specs
Maximum Power: 580 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Maximum Torque: 510 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Engine Speed: 6500 rpm
Top Speed: 204 mph
Fuel Economy: MT 15/25 mpg – AT 14/24 mpg

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:
• Callaway Short Throw Shifter
• Callaway Exhaust Tip Slats
• Hood Accent Color, C16 Hood or Carbon Fiber Hood Bulge
• Callaway 9-Spoke Alloy Wheels
• Callaway/Dymag Wheel & Tire Package
• Callaway LMGT Brake Packages
• Callaway Deutschleder Interior Group
• Callaway Sport Seats w/ Optional Harnesses
• Cast, Machined Valve Covers with Remote Ignition Coil Mounting
• Callaway/Eibach Multi-Pro Coil-Over Suspension

MSRP: 2010 Callaway Corvette SC580 Package $19,400

Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Specification


Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Specification It iscomparatively small dishes, the system of twin-disc allows the inertia similar of disc to the Z06 Corvette, which has 290mm, system of simple-disc, contributing to the low effort of shift and providing the particularly soft effort of pedal of interlocking and light. In fact, the more powerful ZR1 has an effort of pedal similar to Z06.

The clutch of Chevrolet Corvette 2008 ZR1-specific in the transmission provides a stiff report/ratio First-speed which the assistances launch the car. The car the 'high speed of S is built in the sixth change speed-a Fifth-speed, the run-outs top-speed in the Corvette handbook-transmission and the Z06 Corvette. Speeds also are conceived to balance the execution with the improvement. The angles of the teeth of gears are optimized to provide the force and the calm one.


Writer 'note of S: The word is now outside on the Corvette baddest never to descend pike. While all information mentioned above is directly GM at December 20, 2007, we will have to await our turn to deliver to us thus we can test this animal for ourselves. Most probably, we will receive the call to examine it on a true way of race as we made for the release of C6 Z06, which with all fine practices would be the surest route for each one implied. Stay granted for later developments as they occur. We can hardly wait!

The official numbers of Corvette ZR1 are inside and they 'about the good. Very good:


  1.  * $103.300 MSRP (load including $850 destinations)
  2.   * economy of fuel EPA-envisaged road 14 of the city and 20
  3.   * 0-60 M/H in 3.4 seconds
  4.  * 0-100 M/H in 7.0 seconds
  5.   * past time of 11.3 seconds Quarter-thousand to 131 M/H

Corvette ZR1 also has an high speed of 205 M/H (330 km/h), making him the fastest Corvette ever produced and arranging it among the total superb cars of the proportioned execution. None of these other superb cars, however, equalizes report/ratio of ZR1 the 'execution-by-dollar of S.

ZR1 is an incredible machine by any measurement, ED says Peper, North-American vice-president, Chevrolet. There 's simply no other vehicle in the world which completes a better work of execution, price and of economy of fuel of balancing.

Prospect for execution
Corvette ZR1 the 'execution of S 0-60 is the 0.3 second faster than the Corvette already-rapid Z06 and the execution 0-100-mph is almost a full faster second - 7 seconds against Z06 'the S 7.9 seconds. It is the execution with which is equal or better than the superb calculation of the costs of much of cars primarily more.

Has report/ratio favorable of power-with-weight gives to the ZR1 an advantage compared to competition and to the execution which must be tested to appreciate fully, to Tom says Wallace, chief engineer of Corvette. Naturally, on a racecourse, the drivers of the competitors of the 'cars can appreciate the ZR1 in a whole different way.

And the racecourse isn 't the only place where the ZR1 trumps its competitors of superb-car - it beats them with the pump with gas, too. According to fueleconomy.gov, cities EPA-evaluated of ZR1 'of S the 14 and 20 estimates of mileage of road beat 2008 competitors such as Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (road 11 villes/15); Lamborghini Murcielago (road 8 villes/13) and Aston Martin V8 advantageous (road 12 villes/19). They 'about competing with the viper of turning (road 13 villes/22) and Porsche 911 GT3 (road 15 villes/22).

Under the carbon-fibre cap
A new LS9 6.2L overfed small-blocks powers of engine the possibilities of execution of ZR1 'of S. Resisting and light weight exchanging the components supports the execution haut-T/MN, whereas new, superheater of sixth-generation (and to supplement the system of charge-cooling) assistance the large LS9 to make the power and couple through the range of T/MN. The engine hand-is assembled in the center of construction of GM 'of execution of S, in Wixom, Mich.

In addition to engine LS9, the ZR1 is a powerplant of technology, conceived with the light and single components which reinforce its execution with a feeling of confidant on a road or the course of road.
 
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