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Impressions: 2024 Corvette E-Ray Compared to Z06

With the arrival and first deliveries of the new 2024 Corvette E-Ray, we are finally getting some honest-to-goodness reviews of Chevy's first performance hybrid by their new owners. Not that the hand-picked YouTuber reviews we've seen over the last few months haven't been honest, it's just that most don't have skin in the Corvette game and so they will say whatever to keep those First Drive invites coming. These reviews like this one we are sharing from a new E-Ray owner featuring unvarnished opinions is exactly what we've been waiting for. .



Leading up to the arrests, the task force (comprised of CHP, San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, This driving review comes from a guy on YouTube named Geared Media and last week we shared a quick video of his as he had all three Michelin wide-body Corvette tires on the ground for a quick comparison. He has previously owned a C8 Stingray and now drives a C8 Z06, and this E-Ray is actually for his wife to drive. In that last video he was also in the process of installing a Hooker Blackheart exhaust which is now on the car.

Now, the E-Ray has just 200 miles and he is still in the 500-mile break-in period as he shares this POV video as he cruises the backroads and switchbacks in the area around his home. He does caution that he is still under the break-in and that his impressions may change once the car is ready to be driven hard.

During the 10-minute video, the new E-Ray owner starts off by talking about the E-Ray's front motor and the battery regeneration and he also talks about how that regen feels like as the brakes are being applied (and the battery is being replenished). He also discusses how the Active Fuel Management keeps the E-Ray in V4 mode longer as the front motor provides more of the drive power of the car for longer periods, and he's noticed that just driving around in town normally has been getting him pretty good fuel economy as he shows his current trip has yielded 22.4 mpg.

He also thinks the car is quieter than his previous Stingray, but notes that could be due to still being under the 500-mile break-in, and that's despite him having the aftermarket exhaust. Right now, he says he's not quite hearing some of the pops and exhaust garbles that he was accustomed too in the Stingray. "It doesn't seem as rowdy yet, but that could change," he says.

Finally, our new E-Ray owner also talks about some of the new 2024 equipment on the E-Ray, namely the soft-close frunk and the new driver aids for lane departure, emergency braking, and more.

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Source: Keith Cornett - Corvette Blogger

Posted 4/12/24



Corvettes & Camaros Recovered During CA Chop-Shop Raid

Ten Camaros and two Corvettes were in the process of being dismantled for parts, police said. .

Police in California raided a "chop shop" and recovered more than $600,000 worth of Chevy Camaros, Corvettes, and dismantled parts, earlier in March, officials said.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) San Joaquin County Auto Theft Task Force led an investigation that resulted in a bust on the afternoon of March 11. The illegal operation specialized in high-end Camaros and Corvettes. Ten Camaros and two Chevy Corvettes were recovered. Three men were arrested.



Leading up to the arrests, the task force (comprised of CHP, San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, San Joaquin County DA's Office, Stockton PD, Tracy PD, Manteca PD, and the San Joaquin County Probation Department) executed a search warrant regarding an auto theft investigation. The warrant was executed at a rural property in Tracy, California. The search uncovered an operation that was in the middle of dismantling several Chevy muscle cars.

Aside from the dozen vehicles found in various stages of disassembly, cops also uncovered a stash of stolen parts. Camaro and Corvette doors, seats, and hoods were found around the property, as well as what appears to be an LT1 V-8 attached to a TREMEC manual transmission.

Two men were arrested on the property and a third man was located and arrested in nearby Manteca, California. All three suspects were booked into the San Joaquin County Jail on charges of operating a chop shop and stolen vehicle possession.

According to the CHP, 202,802 vehicles worth over $1.8 billion were stolen in California in 2023. Last year a vehicle was stolen at a rate of one every 2 minutes and 36 seconds. The most commonly stolen cars were the 2015 Kia Optima and 2000 Honda Civic. The average loss value per vehicle was $8,876. The average value of the vehicles recovered in this chop shop operation was apparently considerably higher.

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Source: Joe Kucinski - Road & Track

Posted 4/5/24



The Real Story Behind The One & Only Existing 1983 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet didn't produce any Corvettes in 1983 and yet one car from that year exists as a legend among legends.

The 1983 Corvette is the only unowned Corvette to ever exist and was never sold to the public, adding to its mystique.

Though planned, the 1983 Corvette was never officially released due to design challenges and lack of sufficient time for production.

The one surviving 1983 Corvette, located and restored to its original condition, is now displayed in the National Corvette Museum.

The Corvette is easily the most recognizable Chevrolet model ever built, the first true American sports car, and one of the most iconic vehicles the world has ever known. Introduced for the 1953 model year, the Corvette has been in constant production, though eight generations, until present time, with one notable exception. Most people have probably never seen, and definitely not driven, a 1983 Corvette and the reason for that is because, while cars were made that year, the 1983 model year never existed.





It sounds confusing, but it's actually quite simple. 1983 was supposed to be the first year for the fourth generation C4 Corvette, but quality control issues and design set-backs forced GM to cancel production. There were, however, a few '83s built, but they couldn't be sold to the public and were sent to the car crusher. Well, that is, all of them except one, which miraculously survived the purge and is now the single rarest Corvette to exist. The story of the only surviving 1983 Corvette is one of the more fascinating chapters in Bowtie history and a living (driving) legend.

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Source: Brian Anderon - Top Speed

Posted 3/29/24



GM is 'Sharing' Driving Data with Insurance Companies

GM makes 'low millions' selling OnStar Smart Driver data to brokers who assemble risk reports for insurance companies. The good news? You can opt-out.

Editors Note:
I did explore the "MyChevrolet" app on my iPhone. Sure enough, OnStar (which I do not have an active account) had been logging all sorts of data, like; how many times I exceeded 80mph, how many times did I apply hard braking, and more. Look for "Trip Overviews and Insights" bottom of home page. On an iPhone there is a button which defaults to "on" - I was able to turn that off. Android devices should have the same ability - if you are so inclined.

Back in the 1980s, enthusiasts said computers would ruin hot-rodding. A prediction that was wrong at the time, but may ultimately prove prescient. Case in point, today's warning for 2015+ Corvette owners in the New York Times concerning OnStar Smart Driver. The feature, built into the myChevrolet mobile app, supposedly "provides driving insights on how you can become a smarter, safer driver," rating drivers based on instances of hard accelerating, hard braking, wearing a seat belt, and time spent north of 80 mph.

You know… all the things Corvettes are really good at doing.



launched and the first year of OBD-II, feature a computer that can store data, almost like an airplane's black box. Crash a car and the police get involved? The computer will tell authorities exactly how you were driving. Need to get warranty service after a blown motor? The computer can tell the dealership how you were driving and whether or not you've ever modified the tune.

What IS new, in the last decade or so, is the rise of vehicles with wireless connections, which operate on cellular networks.

OEMs tout wireless connectivity because automakers can remotely update vehicle software and offer more (paid) connected services like navigation, Google apps integration, and more. But the downside, like almost every new electronic device or app sold today, is that automakers like GM are now able to collect live, real-time data about any vehicle.

Fortunately, GM requires consent to share information with data brokers and insurance companies. From the Times While the myChevrolet app works with most 2010 or newer GM vehicles, OnStar Smart Driver requires a "capable 2015 model year or newer GM vehicle." So consider this a PSA for 2015-2019 C7 Corvette owners and 2020+ C8 Corvette owners. GM says that OnStar Smart Driver is "available with any OnStar Safety and Security plan or bundle," which is a paid subscription service.

In theory, you could unsubscribe to all of OnStar, although you'd be losing features like roadside assistance and remote vehicle unlocking. However, dropping OnStar may not be enough. From the Times, "some drivers with vehicles made by G.M. say they were tracked even when they did not turn on the feature - called OnStar Smart Driver - and that their insurance rates went up as a result."

As such, we recommend going into your myChevrolet app and making sure that you are NOT specifically enrolled in OnStar Smart Driver regardless of your current OnStar subscription status. Especially since an OnStar trial period is included with all new, and some used, Corvette purchases.

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Source: Michael Palmer - GM Authority

Posted 3/22/24



C8 Average Selling Price Surpasses $106K, 4th Qtr 2023

General Motors made a huge bet when they decided to transition the Corvette from its traditional front engine configuration to the now current mid-engine body style, and with the demise of the Camaro, it's currently the only performance car offering in the line-up.

That point was recently driven home following a new report from Cox Automotive regarding GM's Q4 2023 U.S. Market Performance. GM's average transaction price during the 4th quarter 2023 was $53,310 but the C8 Corvette's ATP was nearly double with an average transaction price of $106,032! That's an increase of 20.9% over the year previously. That's despite the fact that Corvette sales actually fell 2.4% during the same time. period.



The big jump in the Average Transaction Price over the year for the Corvette is directly the result of the 2024 Corvette Z06. Chevy's latest track weapon first debuted in fourth quarter 2022, but the model was still in its production ramp-up phase by the time the quarter ended. For the 4th quarter of 2023, there were approximately 2,738 new Z06s produced which helped to skew the numbers upwards.

The Corvette Z06 now has a starting price of $112,700 and we found that during the launch year, the cars were overwhelmingly loaded with features as a majority buyers added the 3LZ trim package. Other high-priced options that helped push the ATP higher included the Z07 Performance Package, Visible Carbon Fiber Wheels, and Brembo's Carbon Ceramic Brakes.

Cox Automotive listed the Average Transaction Prices (ATP) for all Chevy models, and second to the Corvette is the Suburban SUV at $76,275. Rounding out the Top 3 was the Tahoe at $72,635. In addition to the Corvette, two other Chevy models showed double-digit ATP growth during the 4th quarter. The Chevrolet Express van has an ATP of $54,440 with its year-over-year change being 18.3%. The Chevrolet Colorado has a $42,773 ATP and that model posted a 13.8% increase over 2022.

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Source: Keith Cornett - CorvetterBlogger.com

Posted 3/15/24



Corvette Stingray vs Tesla Model 3 - Drag Strip



Use the link at end of this story to watch the video.

Normally when we see a Tesla on a drag racing video, we just see another soulless EV that has just one thing going for it - all-out acceleration via its massive instant torque. At least, that was our impression before coming across this video of a Tesla Model 3 lining up against a sinister looking C8 Corvette Stingray dressed all in Black.

These two American autos found each other recently on the starting line at the Las Vegas International Speedway and we wonder if the Tesla and the Corvette owner were both thinking the same thing: "Oh, s**t! I have to race against that?"



Each brand does offer a higher level of performance like the Plaids and the Z06s, and we could see fans of both manufacturers suggesting a different outcome if only those performance models would have lined up opposite of the other. However, you run what you brung, and the C8 Corvette Stingray certainly seemed eager to play.

As the Christmas tree lights up, the Model 3 is first off the line but he was either sleeping or was daydreaming about the Plaid's third motor as the Stingray passed him within 100-feet of the starting line and then never looked back. The Stingray finished the race with a time of 12.29 seconds at 114 mph vs the Tesla's very pedestrian run of 13.84 seconds at 98 mph.

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Source: Keith Cornett - CorvetterBlogger.com

Posted 3/8/24



Rezvani Beast Is 1,000 HP Corvette



It's been teased for months, and now it's here. Say hello to the Beast, the latest bonkers build from California-based Rezvani. If the name sounds familiar, the very first Rezvani was also called Beast. However, whereas that was based on the Aerial Atom, the new Beast is a C8 Chevrolet Corvette at heart. In true Rezvani fashion, there are electrified door handles, bullet-proof glass, a smoke screen feature, and 1,000 horsepower.

Let's start with the engine. It's a 6.2-liter V8 not unlike the one you'd find under the engine cover of a Corvette Stingray, though this one uses a pair of turbochargers to belt out 1,000 hp and 878 pound-feet of torque. Other engine details aren't provided, but it's still connected to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters on the steering wheel. .



Flat out, Rezvani claims the Beast will reach 60 mph in 2.5 seconds and finish a quarter-mile in 9.6 seconds. A full carbon-fiber body helps with the performance, dropping vehicle weight to 2,960 pounds. The exterior retains some C8 Corvette cues, like the large side intakes and removable roof, but the fascias and fenders largely eliminate the 'Vette's sharper body lines with smoother shapes. Stacked quad exhaust tips at the rear make for an aggressive look, flanking a big ol' diffuser down low. Rounding out the wild supercar theme are the butterfly doors.

There's more Chevrolet flavor on the inside, though Rezvani eliminates the spine of buttons bisecting the driver and passenger seats. The steering wheel is also sliced off at the top, a decision the company says was influenced by Formula 1. The company logo replaces the Corvette emblem on the airbag, and we can see the dash receives fresh upholstery that looks a bit awkward to us. Perhaps that's due to the litany of spy-hunter options available on this sleek machine.

For the wanna-be James Bonds out there, a $45,000 optional "007" package includes gas masks, thermal night vision, electromagnetic pulse protection, electrified door handles, a pepper spray dispenser, magnetic deadbolts, strobe lights, sirens, first-aid and hypothermia kits, and for reasons we can't explain, an intercom system for a small two-seat supercar. There's an optional explosive device detection system too, but the price for that isn't mentioned.

There's legit body armor for the supercar, too, but it'll cost you an extra $55,000. For that you get unspecified amounts of armor for the exterior, as well as bullet-proof glass. Presumably, that takes a big chunk out of the Beast's performance. Such is the price for surviving the apocalypse in style.

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Source: Christopher Smith - Motor21.com

Posted 3/1/24



Some 2024 Corvettes Have Drone Noise



General Motors has released a Service Bulletin for select units of the C8 Corvette Stingray over an issue of an audio booming or droning noise.

Bulletin number 23-NA-205 indicates that certain 2024 Corvette Stingray 1LT units may have a condition where customer notes one or more unwanted boom or drone noises. Applying to both coupe and convertible models equipped with the standard Bose Premium 10-speaker system (RPO code UQS), this noise reportedly occurs during Active Fuel Management (AFM) operation and between 1,500 and 2,000 rpms.

It's worth noting that 2LT and 3LT trim levels of the C8 Stingray are equipped with the Bose Performance Series 14-speaker sound system (RPO code UQH).



To remedy this unwanted annoyance, certified GM technicians are to inspect affected vehicles and check to see if the wiring harness has a different polarity than the amplifier for the right front midrange speaker. To do this, techs will access the T3 radio speaker amplifier through the passenger footwell, and subsequently begin testing terminals.

Notably, it should take less than an hour to perform this fix.

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Source: Trey Hawkins - GM Authority

Posted 2/23/24



No Discounts For 2024 Corvettes



In February 2024, any Chevy Corvette discount or incentive remain unavailable on the mid-engine sports car. Below, check out details on the 2024 Chevy Corvette variants - Corvette Stingray, Corvette Z06, and first-ever Corvette E-Ray.



The 2024 Chevy Corvette adds new active safety tech to its features list to bring it more in line with other Bow Tie brand models, including Automatic Emergency Braking and standard IntelliBeam automatic high-beam headlamps as well as Lane Keep Assist and Lane Departure Warning. The 2024 Corvette also gets new driver mode selection animations along with a new infotainment system that incorporates Google built-in features. According to a J.D. Power Study, the Chevy Corvette already has a great multimedia system.

Additionally, the 2024 Corvette Stingray drops two alloy wheel choices, replacing them with new designs. Check out all the 2024 Corvette wheel options. Furthermore, the 2024 Corvette gets a new Edge Red painted rear fascia script LPO-level option.

Furthermore, the Stingray's M1L transmission gets a case design update and, critically, will no longer require two extra quarts of transmission fluid for track use. It should be noted that GM does not condone tracking M1L-equipped vehicles without the Z51 package.\

A year ago, GM debuted the first-ever 2024 Chevy Corvette E-Ray, featuring the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 LT2 engine from the Stingray mated to an electric motor mounted up front. The E-Ray is also the first-ever production Corvette equipped with front-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive traction.

That combination also makes the E-Ray the fastest Corvette ever, with a 0-to-60 mph time of just 2.5 seconds, a tenth of a second quicker than the Z06.

The Corvette Z06 features the 5.5L V8 LT6 gasoline engine, a race-bred, naturally aspirated, dual-overhead cam, flat-plane-crank powerplant.

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Source: Vince Brown - GM Authority

Posted 2/16/24



Corvette Dealers At NCM For E-Ray Training



When Chevrolet first revealed the 2024 Corvette E-Ray, they used the tagline "One Like None" to make the point about the performance hybrid's unique front motor that offers All-Wheel Drive on the Corvette for the first time ever. To help prepare dealers to sell and service the new Corvette model, Chevrolet will be hosting a round of training sessions at the National Corvette Museum's NCM Motorsports Park starting in March and running into April.



The training will consist of classroom sessions to go over detailed product information and the delivery process for both the E-Ray and the Z06, and the driving portions of the training on the track will most likely share the blistering quickness of the E-Ray's acceleration from a stop thanks to the new AWD setup.

Chevrolet held a top-level dealers meeting last October in Las Vegas, and participants could watch the new E-Ray drag race a Ferrari F8 at the Las Vegas Speedway, so perhaps they will have a similar set up.

Chevrolet has previously held off-site trainings for dealers and service techs on their new Corvettes, with the last one occurring for the launch of the C8 Corvette Stingray. To become a certified Corvette dealer of the C8, dealers had to send both a sales specialist and a service technician to Spring Mountain for training, while dealers also needed to purchase nearly $1500 in specific tools to service the new car. We are told that dealership tool requirements for the E-Ray will cost only $250, but the specific item(s) haven't been made public.

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Source: Keith Cornett - Corvette Blogger

Posted 2/9/24



2024 Stingrays & Audio Problems



General Motors has released a Service Bulletin for select units of the C8 Corvette Stingray over an issue of an audio booming or droning noise.

Bulletin number 23-NA-205 indicates that certain 2024 Corvette Stingray 1LT units may have a condition where customer notes one or more unwanted boom or drone noises. Applying to both coupe and convertible models equipped with the standard Bose Premium 10-speaker system (RPO code UQS), this noise reportedly occurs during Active Fuel Management (AFM) operation and between 1,500 and 2,000 rpms.



To remedy this unwanted annoyance, certified GM technicians are to inspect affected vehicles and check to see if the wiring harness has a different polarity than the amplifier for the right front midrange speaker. To do this, techs will access the T3 radio speaker amplifier through the passenger footwell, and subsequently begin testing terminals. Notably, it should take less than an hour to perform this fix.

As a reminder, the Corvette C8 Stingray is powered by the 6.2L LT2 V8 gasoline engine, which is rated at 490 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. However, those figures are bumped up five horsepower and five pound-feet of torque when the mid-engined Vette is equipped with the high-performance, dual-mode exhaust system (RPO code NPP), which has been quite the popular option.

Delivering this output to the pavement is the GM eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which exclusively drives the rear wheels.

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Source: Trey Hawkins - GM Authority

Posted 2/2/24



Immaculate 1954 Corvette For Sale - Best Hurray



In a story of enduring automotive love, a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, cherished for an incredible 62 years by its current owner, has now surfaced, presenting a unique window into the past of American motoring. The car, the 3,474th of the 3,640 produced that year, was acquired in California in 1962 and later journeyed north to Oregon, where it has since been meticulously maintained.

Clad in a radiant white coat applied in the early 2010s, this classic C1 Corvette retains the iconic design elements that have made it a symbol of American automotive culture. The car is outfitted with a white convertible top, complementing the polished chrome grille and wire mesh headlight guards, a testament to the era's attention to detail and style. Despite its age, the car shows its history with pride; paint chips and signs of its adventures are evident, adding character and storytelling to this rolling piece of art.



The car's interior, a blend of vibrant red vinyl seats and coordinating dash pad and door panels, transports one back to a time of simpler yet exhilarating motoring. Recent care includes reupholstered seats and minor repairs, ensuring the car remains as comfortable as it is charming. The cabin, complete with a dash-mounted rear-view mirror, analog clock, and a classic heater, is a shrine to the automotive designs of the mid-20th century.

Under the hood lies the heartbeat of this classic - the 235ci "Blue Flame" inline-six engine, equipped with three Carter YH side-draft carburetors. Recent service to the fuel hose and exhaust hangers ensures that this vintage powerplant continues to purr with vitality. Despite signs of oxidation on some chrome components, the engine's authenticity and performance remain undiminished.

The car rides on red-finished 15" steel wheels with polished covers, giving it a stance that is both authoritative and graceful. The undercarriage, showing signs of its long journey through time, tells the story of countless roads traveled and adventures had.

This 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, a testament to the enduring allure of American automotive craftsmanship, stands not only as a collector's dream but as a living narrative of the love between a man and his machine. Its next chapter awaits the care of a new custodian, ready to write new stories and continue the legacy of this timeless classic.

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Source: Yahoo News (no writer credited)

Posted 1/26/24



Junkyard Find - 1985 Corvette



Out of all the eight generations of Chevrolet Corvette production, the biggest success in the showrooms was the 1968-1982 C3. The C3 looked wild and boasted Jimi Hendrix and Joan Didion provenance, but it handled like a truck and power numbers were grim once the Malaise Era took hold. The General decided he'd be wise to make its C4 successor a cornerin' and brakin' machine, and today's Junkyard Find is a first-year C4 discovered in a Northern California car graveyard last year.



For the record, the best-ever model year for Corvette sales was 1979, with 53,807 sold. The second-best year was 1984 (51,447 sold), and this one was built in June of that year.

We might consider the '84 Corvette to be two model years in one, because ( much-debated) production delays meant that no 1983 Corvettes were sold to the public. Still, its impressive sales figures weren't entirely due to pent-up Corvette demand after the lost year.

I graduated from the Class of 1984 at Alameda High School, and the now-defunct Chevrolet dealership a few blocks from the school made sure to pose the Hornets cheerleaders with the futuristic-looking new Corvette for use in local advertisements. There was much excitement among my gearhead peers about the C4, though the thing was well beyond the financial reach of anyone we knew at the time (and I thought the new Mitsubishi Starion looked cooler, anyway. As it turned out, the C4 is the only Corvette generation to have become commonplace in junkyards since I came of driving age. I started seeing not-so-mangled early C4s at the Ewe Pullet-type yards as early as the middle 1990s, and they're all over the place now. I find the occasional C3 or C5 during my junkyard travels these days, but they've been so crashed and/or burned as to be unrecognizable and I don't bother photographing them.

The Malaise Era ended after 1983, according to the world's foremost authority on the subject, but the 1984 Corvette had what amounted to a 1983 engine: a 350-cubic-inch (5.7-liter) small-block rated at 205 horsepower and 290 pound-feet. That was just five apiece more horsies and torquies than the 350 in the extremely Malaisey 1982 Corvette.

The C4 was planned all along to benefit from a thoroughly modern sports-car suspension (which it had from the beginning) and electronic fuel injection that would deliver serious power while meeting strict emissions requirements and getting decent fuel economy. That second part happened as well… but not for the 1984 model year. The first-year C4s got a kludgy dual-throttle-body system known as Cross-Fire Injection.

Cross-Fire Injection was sort of a mashup of the 1980 Computer Command Control Quadrajet system and the more modern TBI rigs used on GM cars later in the decade. The two throttle bodies look mean, but they're only here because Rochester took too long to design and deliver a single throttle body big enough for a 350 in time.

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Source: Murilee Martin - The Truth About Cars

Posted 1/19/24



C8 Z06 Production Creeping Along Slowly



We religiously follow Roger Kiel's Facebook posts where he charts the daily production of America's Favorite Sports Car, and it looks like Tuesday, December 21st was the last day of "regular" production counts with 61 Z06s completed that day.

On December 20th, just 10 Z06s were completed. The following day (December 21st), there were zero Z06s completed, but workers still assembled 176 Stingrays that day. And finally on the last production day of the year (December 22nd), just two Corvette Z06s and 191 Stingrays came off the line.



Since production restarted in 2024, there have been just three more cars completed (January 3rd) for a total of 2,741 for the model year.

We haven't heard of any specific issues affecting only the Z06, and many that we have turned to don't have any answers either, so we'll keep our eyes out on this.

With the absence of the Z06 on the line, we've seen some big numbers for Stingray production over the last couple of weeks. Should these production counts continue, we are expecting to see the 10,000th Corvette Stingray for the 2024 model year completed on either Thursday or Friday. Chevy only built 119 on Monday so there is quite a bit of movement in these daily numbers.

As for the 2024 Corvette E-Ray, the first three retail units were completed in mid-December. The new performance hybrids were supposed to restart production in earnest on Monday, January 8th according to many of the TPWs that buyers have been sharing, and we'll probably see those unit counts either on Wednesday or Thursday. We learned on Tuesday morning that the Assembly Plant was without power for an undetermined amount of time due to the powerful winter storm crossing the Southeast, so workers have to contend with that as well as any parts shortages.

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Source: Keith Cornett - Corvette Blogger

Posted 1/12/24



C8 Stingray Quarter Mile World Record



The mid-engine C8 Corvette Stingray is several years old at this point, first launching for the 2020 model year. In that time, tuners have been busying eking out every last ounce of performance from the C8 Stingray's 6.2L V8 LT2 gasoline engine (not to mention cracking the sports car's Global B-based ECU). Now, the folks at Extreme Turbo Systems are claiming a new drag racing world record for the C8 platform with a quarter mile time of 8.64 seconds at 170 mph.



Based in Vancouver, Washington, Extreme Turbo Systems has been hammering on the C8 Corvette since launch, boosting the mid-mounted V8 engine to produce 736 horsepower and 669 pound-feet of torque in June of 2020, and 1,021 horsepower in October of 2020. That latter output figure was enough to propel the C8 down the 1320 in 9.95 seconds at 144 mph.

Of course, the effort required to go down the quarter mile gets exponentially harder when dipping into single-digit ETs, which makes this latest run of 8.64 at 170 mph that much more impressive. Making it all possible is a long list of engine mods, including an ETS C8 PT6870 turbo kit, a water-to-air intercooler, new headers, a new intake manifold with port injection, new pistons and rods, a built head, a Ferrea valvetrain, and an upgraded clutch, not to mention an HPTuners upgrade and ETS tuning package. There's also a set of 15-inch wheels to help put the power down.

The video actually gives us a look at two runs, the first of which shows the ETS C8 Corvette Stingray pull a wheelie for about a third of the track. The second run is much more controlled, and the result is that world record run of 8.64 at 170 mph.

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Source: Jonathan Lopez - GM Authority

Posted 1/5/24

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