2008 Corvette specs released...

Carnage · 04-27-2007, 06:13 PM

Just released at the "Birthday Bash" in Bowling Green....

LS3 motor - 430 HP/424 TQ or 436 HP/428 TQ w/ optional exhaust (similar to Z06 exhaust).
New 4LT leather and carbon fiber trim package. New interior and exterior color schemes, and wheel options.

The new 4LT package is a big step forward for GM in terms of the level of interior but it's similar to what good aftermarket providers have already been selling. Any who, it looks nice and it should put to rest alot of the complaints about the interior from the factory not being up to par with the rest of the car.

Lots of pics here...http://www.corvetteconti.com/photo-g...ry.php/cat/508 and here..http://s157.photobucket.com/albums/t...20Bday%20Bash/ and here...http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...rolet_corvette

In other news, Motor Trend is citing sources as saying that the C7 version will be out in 2010 and the base model will be at the current Z06 level, 505 HP and the C6's parting shot in 2009 will bring the 700HP monster, the Z07.

http://www.motortrend.com/future/fut...t_corvette_z07

533ogetnom · 04-27-2007, 06:28 PM

got 3 years to spend on the 335, after that the c7 might be my next car, if the interior is really improving (main complaint)

Carnage · 04-27-2007, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 533ogetnom

got 3 years to spend on the 335, after that the c7 might be my next car, if the interior is really improving (main complaint)

I'll give GM credit, they are finally listening to owners (and potential buyers) and focusing on both the interior along with adding to the performance and refining the look.

Jaws · 04-27-2007, 07:55 PM

Nice, but I have to laugh about the extra 6 hp for the optional exhaust. Do you think 6 hp added to 400+ is actually noticeable?

uhaulball · 04-27-2007, 08:05 PM

how much power is the c6? 400?

Carnage · 04-27-2007, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by uhaulball

how much power is the c6? 400?

The current C6 with the LS2 motor is 400HP/400TQ stock.

Carnage · 04-27-2007, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaws

Nice, but I have to laugh about the extra 6 hp for the optional exhaust. Do you think 6 hp added to 400+ is actually noticeable?

that would be no.

hotsand5 · 04-27-2007, 11:06 PM

the problems that chevy is having with the c7, 700hp is putting all of that power to the ground. They are actually trying to find ways to ADD weight to the car, to give it more traction!

uhaulball · 04-27-2007, 11:20 PM

holy cow... 700hp for zo7. that is amazing. i remember when i was a young kid, i thought 200hp barrier was the shit.

Carnage · 04-27-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by uhaulball

holy cow... 700hp for zo7. that is amazing. i remember when i was a young kid, i thought 200hp barrier was the shit.

I'll be happy with just a base C7 @ 505HP. That Z07 is going to be crazy.

lyndon_h · 04-28-2007, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by matsarge

I'll be happy with just a base C7 @ 505HP. That Z07 is going to be crazy.

No kidding. 505 hp and great handling for 45k is rediculous. Expect to see lots of Corvettes in car heaven.

Walked U · 04-28-2007, 12:59 AM

ls3 is probably under rated like they do all their engines. Probably will dyno 400 rwhp

533ogetnom · 04-28-2007, 01:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Walked U

ls3 is probably under rated like they do all their engines. Probably will dyno 400 rwhp

their engines are not underrated, maybe compared to like a kia or something, but nothing compared to say BMWs ratings, i would say they are average

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Originally Posted by Jaws

Nice, but I have to laugh about the extra 6 hp for the optional exhaust. Do you think 6 hp added to 400+ is actually noticeable?

the selling point of the zo6 exhaust is not power, its the insane sound that comes out of it, it like the lambo exhausts that restrict flow for commuting but open fulling during WOT and put out an insane note.. it also allows some extra torque early on

musc · 04-28-2007, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by matsarge

Just released at the "Birthday Bash" in Bowling Green....

LS3 motor - 430 HP/424 TQ or 436 HP/428 TQ w/ optional exhaust (similar to Z06 exhaust).
New 4LT leather and carbon fiber trim package. New interior and exterior color schemes, and wheel options.

The new 4LT package is a big step forward for GM in terms of the level of interior but it's similar to what good aftermarket providers have already been selling. Any who, it looks nice and it should put to rest alot of the complaints about the interior from the factory not being up to par with the rest of the car.

Lots of pics here...http://www.corvetteconti.com/photo-g...ry.php/cat/508 and here..http://s157.photobucket.com/albums/t...20Bday%20Bash/ and here...http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...rolet_corvette

In other news, Motor Trend is citing sources as saying that the C7 version will be out in 2010 and the base model will be at the current Z06 level, 505 HP and the C6's parting shot in 2009 will bring the 700HP monster, the Z07.

http://www.motortrend.com/future/fut...t_corvette_z07

Good news for the up coming Camaro which will hopefully get this engine too.

Carnage · 04-28-2007, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by catm3

Good news for the up coming Camaro which will hopefully get this engine too.

I hope so. The concept Camaro looks cool, I just hope GM doesn't screw it up before it hits the streets.

all8up · 04-28-2007, 06:19 AM

C7 will be a beast! Nice job GM, for keeping one of the last American icons alive.
I almost bought a C6 after my M3 and there are many times that I wish that I did.
I am curious to see where else they decide to stuff the 500hp motor...CTS-V, maybe the Escalade and Denali?

SteveMD · 04-28-2007, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by catm3

Good news for the up coming Camaro which will hopefully get this engine too.

And whatever replaces the GTO.

Actually, in the UK you can already get a 500HP GTO (Monaro) but it is a supercharged LS2.

lyndon_h · 04-28-2007, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by all8up

C7 will be a beast! Nice job GM, for keeping one of the last American icons alive.
I almost bought a C6 after my M3 and there are many times that I wish that I did.
I am curious to see where else they decide to stuff the 500hp motor...CTS-V, maybe the Escalade and Denali?

Hmmm, I never thought about the engine being used for trucks. It might be kinda odd since the peak hp is so high in the rpm band, but it does have plenty of torque. Hmmmm.

Carnage · 04-28-2007, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by lyndon_h

Hmmm, I never thought about the engine being used for trucks. It might be kinda odd since the peak hp is so high in the rpm band, but it does have plenty of torque. Hmmmm.

The peak HP is high in the band but with that amount of HP, you don't exactly have nothing at your disposal in the early part.

ward · 04-28-2007, 09:46 PM

any news if it still comes standard with lots of chest hair and gold chains??? lol

Carnage · 04-28-2007, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ward

any news if it still comes standard with lots of chest hair and gold chains??? lol

that dropped off the standard list after the C4.

ward · 04-28-2007, 09:55 PM

they're certainly taking that car in the right direction!

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