Corvette C7

[CAMAROBOY69]

Here's a new record 1/4 mile pass. A8 transmission, completely bone stock, stock tires.
10.42@132.6 mph,
1.5 60'

I don't think I have stated enough how much I love this car. That is very impressive bone stock with automatic trans.

 

[RandomCarGuy17]

I do have to say I am really disappointed with the C7.R as well and I feel that GM had a missed opportunity with this nameplate. They could have used it to make a special, lightweight edition corvette with some added aero parts and improved handling to make it a special, track variant of the Z06. You know, like the "911 GT3" of Corvettes.

If they wanted to make a limited edition, sticker package; Chevrolet could have called it something else.

 

[Cale]

Here's a new record 1/4 mile pass. A8 transmission, completely bone stock, stock tires.
10.42@132.6 mph,
1.5 60'

Not to discount the car since I love it, but my car could probably run a 10.40 at Atco. That track is so fast.

 

[McLaren]

To waste the C7.R moniker I'm disappointed this is nothing but a sticker package. I was hoping for a lighter, stripped down, even more track oriented car (and one that has better cooling for track use). They had a great opportunity but missed it. Here's in hoping for a "Z06.R" version that is a raw, lightweight and even more track built car.

And I agree with others, the rear spoiler causes way too much drag, it's a giant wall. The stage 3 aero causes it to fall flat on its face after about 130+mph.

Well, I guess it shouldn't be that surprising. After all, the previous gen. had the Ron Fellows edition that wasn't really different despite the fact Ron Fellows contributed to much of the Corvette's racing success post-2000.

 

[Tornado]

Ah yes, I'm glad to see they kept that brick wall of a rear spoiler instead of using a wing that will create more downforce and stability with much less drag and therefore not harm the car's high-speed acceleration and top speed so dramatically. There is a reason the NISMO GT-R outperformed this car on a fast track and it isn't because the Nissan is several hundred pounds heavier. Even the Viper TA 2.0 eschewed its ducktail for a proper wing.

But a real wing isn't Transformers kewl.

 

[Organ-Donor]

Not to discount the car since I love it, but my car could probably run a 10.40 at Atco. That track is so fast.

Track is very fast yes but I dont care how you cut it, this is still very impressive bone stock on stock rubber. I've seen another bone stock A8 C7Z run a 10.59 at a different track, and keep in mind the A8's haven't been out very long. Just curious what's your car that "could probably" run a 10.40 there? Bench racing isn't the same as real world. And could you run that without drag radials? Not saying you couldn't, I have no clue what car you have, I was just wondering.

Well, I guess it shouldn't be that surprising. After all, the previous gen. had the Ron Fellows edition that wasn't really different despite the fact Ron Fellows contributed to much of the Corvette's racing success post-2000.

I know but a special edition honoring a driver for the team isn't quite the same as a "C7.R" (RACE CAR) edition. To use the C7.R name I'd expect track improvements, lighter in weight, more hardcore, etc., not just some stickers, badges and extra stitching for the interior.

 

[Leonidae@MFT]

And after that run it probably had to be trailered back home to avoid overheating.

 

[ND4SPD]

Don't want to rustle anyone's jimmies here but as some of you know I work on a line making 8L90 clutch housing specifically for C7's and Cadillac's. (There are other plants and other lines making GM 8spds for other vehicles such as their full size trucks and what not)

Well we ran some experimental PPAP parts through the line the other day which were 8L90 Corvette spec from what I believe but they were rumours from the engineers saying it would be for a mid engine application..... I don't believe anything till I see or hear anything officially but I thought I'd let some people know... Part numbers were completely different and everything else looked the same so who knows it could just be a new part number.. GM's done that to us once at the beginning of last year.. Simply changing the part number and creating a big deal about it...

 

[catamount39]

Well it's either an LMP2 engine or a mid engine ZR1.

 

[ND4SPD]

I think that's jumping a little too soon to conclusions. I personally think it's going to be 1 of 3 things or maybe all 3 things. An 8L90 for the ATS and CTS-V's and the 6th gen Camaro. They probably just don't want to run the same parts numbers as the C7's.

Edit: Make it 4 things it can and might be... The Cadillac CT6 will be using an 8L90....

 

[JohnBM01]

I've mostly gotten used to the Corvette C7 looks-wise. It just isn't as gorgeous as (in terms of American cars) the new Dodge/SRT Viper. I saw one C7 in white earlier today. I think this car looks best in blue or red. I still think the elliptical tail lights should have been retained rather than go with that tail light design on the C7. Its performance is amazing regardless of its looks, but I think it could look a lot better in a few different ways.

 

[sumbrownkid]

I've mostly gotten used to the Corvette C7 looks-wise. It just isn't as gorgeous as (in terms of American cars) the new Dodge/SRT Viper. I saw one C7 in white earlier today. I think this car looks best in blue or red. I still think the elliptical tail lights should have been retained rather than go with that tail light design on the C7. Its performance is amazing regardless of its looks, but I think it could look a lot better in a few different ways.

I think THE Corvette color is yellow imo.

 

[Grandea GTR]

I think THE Corvette color is yellow imo.

I would say red.

 

[CAMAROBOY69]

I think THE Corvette color is yellow imo.

I have to agree with you. Generally I am not a huge fan of yellow but the bright yellow fits the ZO6 perfectly.

 

[Organ-Donor]

Roll and dig races between C7Z06 vs Viper vs Hellcat Challenger and Hellcat Charger. All cars stock. All cars automatic except the Viper. 1 passenger per car. It appears the Viper was already rolling forward while the Z06 was sitting still on the last dig race.

 

[RocZX]

Chevy to show Corvette Grand Sport at Geneva

 

[Niku Driver HC]

And so another old GM sports car name returns... But what can be done with a C7 that mimicks the old C4 GS model? Obviously, that lovely white-striped blue needs to make a comeback, first and foremost.

 

[Grandea GTR]

Didn't they have a C6 GS?

edit: they did.

And so another old GM sports car name returns... But what can be done with a C7 that mimicks the old C4 GS model? Obviously, that lovely white-striped blue needs to make a comeback, first and foremost.

It could be that, or the newer red with white stripes. I'd go for blue.

 

[RandomCarGuy17]

Yup, the C6 vette had a GS model. I see them a lot around town. Anyway, I'm curious on what GM will do with the Corvette GS this time. I guess it could be just a middle trim between the standard stingray and the Z06. Meh, I'll just wait and see.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Obviously, that lovely white-striped blue needs to make a comeback, first and foremost.

I saw one of these at the local car show Saturday night. Been a while since I had seen one in the flesh.

 

[Niku Driver HC]

I saw one of these at the local car show Saturday night. Been a while since I had seen one in the flesh.

Well I have never seen one myself, so I can't really tell whether or not it looks good in the flesh (or is it "metal"?). With the newer body? It may be an interesting model, but it certainly won't be placed above the ZO6, that's a given. Unless GM decides to drop the aero gimmicks, retain the ZO6 engine and release the GS as some sort of "lighter but faster standard issue C7"... That is far-fetched however, I must admit.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Well I have never seen one myself, so I can't really tell whether or not it looks good in the flesh (or is it "metal"?). With the newer body? It may be an interesting model, but it certainly won't be placed above the ZO6, that's a given. Unless GM decides to drop the aero gimmicks, retain the ZO6 engine and release the GS as some sort of "lighter but faster standard issue C7"... That is far-fetched however, I must admit.

No, this.

 

[Grandea GTR]

Too bright of a blue, but close enough.

 

[Niku Driver HC]

Yes, that is the most likely template for this C7 GS; same colors, both for body and rims, slightly more luxurious equipment than the standard C7 but not more than what the ZO6 has, a slightly more powerful V8 and presto, new GS.

Too bright of a blue, but close enough.

Quite, that's actually rather realistic. Wrong shade of blue or not, it is indeed close enough...

 

[RACECAR]

Apart from the blue appearing abit matte (though maybe its the light source), pretty neat.

 

[Tornado]

The C6 Grand Sport was mostly a C6 Z06 without the LS7 and more expensive weight reductions.

 

[Heldenzeit]

Also had Z51 springs/suspension. Manual trans cars had the dry sump oiling system too. Front wings were unique to the GS also.

 

[YSSMAN]

I'm curious to know where GM plans to go with this version of the GS. The current Z51 is already as potent as the old Z06, and the old GS was in striking distance of the same benchmark before the later Z07 upgrades. My only guess is that this is going to be something like the 1LE package on the Camaro - firmer everything, a bit less weight, and a more pure performance package. I'd be blown away if they went on to do a performance pack with an old-school fixie suspension, lightweight everything, and a mostly unmodified LT1. Avoid a bunch of what has hurt the Z06 by sticking to what works best.

 

[Cale]

2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT HAS RACING ROOTS

A 'purist' model that leverages a half-century legacy of motorsports success

- Lightweight architecture and track-honed aerodynamics
- An engine offering an estimated 1.05g in cornering capability and up to 1.2g with the available Z07 package
- Coupe and convertible available this summer in U.S. and fall in Europe
- Grand Sport Collector Edition available later in model year

GENEVA – With Corvette Racing in its DNA, the all-new 2017 Corvette Grand Sport is a pure expression of the car's motorsports-bred pedigree. It was introduced today at the Geneva International Motor Show.

Like the 2015 Le Mans-winning Corvette C7.R GTE Pro race car, the new Grand Sport combines a lightweight architecture, a track-honed aerodynamics package, Michelin tires and a naturally aspirated engine.

The 2017 Corvette Grand Sport offers an estimated 1.05g in cornering capability – and up to 1.2g with the available Z07 package.

Heritage-inspired design cues and exclusive features acknowledge the historic Grand Sport legacy, established in 1963 to take on the world's best sports cars. Only five were built before a corporate decision suspending direct motorsports involvement ended the project.

"Racing has been part of Corvette's essence for more than 50 years and that track experience has helped us build better, more capable cars," said Mark Reuss, executive vice president of Global Product Development and Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. "The global acclaim for the seventh-generation Corvette validates that direct link and the 2017 Grand Sport takes its track-bred technology to a new, exciting threshold."

The Corvette Grand Sport coupe and convertible go on sale this summer in the U.S. and in the fall in Europe.

No holding back

Engineers adapted the chassis tuning, upgraded cooling systems, and performance technologies of the Corvette Z06 to give the new Grand Sport capability commensurate with its racing-derived history.

"We didn't hold back with the new Grand Sport," said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer. "For the first time, buyers can equip the Grand Sport with a Z07 performance package – which adds carbon-ceramic brakes, Michelin Sport Cup 2 summer tires, and carbon-fiber aero package that delivers true downforce."

The result is a potent track car. In fact, the Grand Sport with the Z07 package is less than one second off the track record for the previous-generation Corvette ZR1 on the road course at GM's Milford Proving Ground.

Content highlights for Grand Sport include:

- Michelin Pilot Super Sport summer tires: 285/30ZR19 (front) and 335/25ZR20 (rear)
- Specific Grand Sport wheel design: 19x10 inches (front) and 20x12 inches (rear)
- Brembo brake system with (355 mm) 14-inch rotors and six-piston calipers in front and (340 mm) 13.4 inch rotors and four-piston calipers in the rear
- Standard magnetic ride control, specific stabilizer bars and unique springs
- Standard electronic limited-slip differential
- LT1 V8 engine rated at (343 kW) 460 hp, with dry-sump oiling system and active exhaust
- Seven-speed manual transmission with active rev match and available eight-speed paddle-shift automatic with specific performance calibration
- Available Z07 package adds carbon ceramic-matrix brakes and Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Cup tires.

In addition to track-focused aero elements, the Grand Sport also features specific front fender inserts, a Z06-style grille and wider rear fenders – a distinctive design package that gives the car a track-ready attitude.

Grand Sport models are offered with the Stingray's full exterior and interior color palette. An available Heritage package includes hash-mark fender graphics in six colors, with the hash-mark detail carried onto the interior's brushed aluminum trim. Full-length stripes are also offered.

"The choices are almost endless," said Harlan Charles, Corvette product marketing manager. "The packages take personalization to an unprecedented level, enabling customers to create their own Corvette Grand Sport statement like no other."

Grand Sport Collector Edition

The Grand Sport Collector Edition features an exclusive Watkins Glen Gray Metallic exterior with Tension Blue hash-mark graphics, satin black full-length stripes, black wheels and a unique Tension Blue full leather and suede-wrapped interior.

The Tension Blue color is a bold, modern take on the hue historically associated with the Grand Sport. Inside, a three-dimensional representation of an original Grand Sport race car is embossed in the headrests and that shape is also used on an instrument panel plaque that carries a unique build sequence number.

The Collector Edition will be offered later in the model year in the U.S. and Europe.

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 115 countries and selling around 4.0 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

 

[Niku Driver HC]

Not sure about the blue on black interior upholstery, but man that black body looks badass. And it is what people expected; lighter version of the ZO7 package minus some of the ZO6's electronic gizmos and packing a slightly-modified version of the LT1 block. In essence, a nice middle ground between the standard C7 and the ZO6, one that is not much slower than the old ZR1. Although there is one thing I have to question;

upgraded cooling systems, Corvette Z06

I don't think that means what you think it means, GM. Unless you're trying to prove me wrong by actually improving cooling in a sportier 'Vette, which by all means you should be doing with the ZO6...