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Showing posts with label 2016 Corvette Z06. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2016 Corvette Z06. Show all posts

Monday, July 18, 2016

'Vette Fanatics- A Mid-Engine Corvette Is Coming


Calling all Knoxville ‘Vette fanatics! After a recent string of spy photos, it’s looking like the next Corvette isn’t going to be your typical C7 Stingray, but rather a mid-engine model! We know what you’re thinking- you’ve heard these rumors before- but it’s looking like there may be some truth behind it this time around.

Sporting heavy camouflage (C7 body panels and all), the new Corvette was caught in the act while test-driving at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds and a few things point to the fact that this one may not be so ordinary. The biggest hint- the vehicle’s rear hatch looks as if it is missing it’s glass cover so if there is an engine behind the seats, this would ensure that it is receiving enough cool air.

Just last year, GM engineers and executives were seen testing a prototype that combined the C7 Corvette and the Holden Commodore SSV, so it seems as if this mid-engine vehicle has been a long time coming.
We will be sure to keep you posted but while you wait, be sure to stop by and see us at West Chevrolet in Knoxville, TN to give the 2016 Corvette Stingray Coupe a test drive!

Thursday, June 16, 2016

The Corvette Z06 Beats the Competition in the Car and Driver Lightning Lap

The Corvette Z06 combines superior downforce technology, lightweight carbon-fiber materials, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, and 650 horsepower to beat out some of the worlds biggest and most respected supercars.


It only took 2 minutes and 44.6 seconds for the Z06 to make it around the Virginia International Raceway during the Car and Driver Lightning Lap. On the 4.1 mile track, the Z06 averaged 89.7 mph, cornered at 1.47g, and reached an impressive top speed of 153.5 mph. In the entire history of the event, only the Porsche 918 Spyder has beat the Z06’s lap time—and it costs 8 times as much! Chevrolet has certainly perfected the “thrill ride” with the Corvette Z06.


Come in to West Chevrolet today and experience the Corvette Z06 for yourself!