2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Edition
03-10-2010, 12:25 AM
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2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Edition
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/10/2...ght-below-zr1/
Supersonic Blue!
2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition
Taking track-to-street technology to a new level
2010-03-10
DETROIT -- When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.
“Designed to further incorporate technology developed through racing, the Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first race in the 24 Hours of LeMans,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet General Manager. “With a limited production of 500 units, this car is a must-have for the true Corvette collector and driving enthusiast.”
The Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is another example of the expanded Corvette line-up. Five years ago, customers had the choice of a Corvette coupe or convertible. With the addition of the Z06, Grand Sport coupe and convertible and ZR1, Corvette enthusiasts now have more choices than ever.
“For track use, the Z06 Carbon is the best balanced Corvette yet. It combines the lightweight and naturally-aspirated Z06 engine with the road-holding and braking of the ZR1,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer. “For technical tracks like Laguna Seca, the Z06 Carbon could shave up to three seconds off the Z06 lap time.”
This limited edition Z06 will boast Brembo carbon ceramic brakes with specific dark gray metallic calipers. These powerful brakes were first introduced on the ZR1. Black 20-spoke 19-inch front/20-inch rear wheels complement the car’s Michelin PS2 tires. Other mechanical features include Magnetic Selective Ride Control for the first time on the Z06 and enhanced cooling. The car also features a special carbon pattern engine cover.
The Corvette Z06 Carbon will be available in two colors: Inferno Orange and the all-new Supersonic Blue. Black headlamps and mirrors, a ZR1-style body color spoiler, body color door handles, carbon fiber raised hood, and black carbon fiber rockers and splitter enhance the Z06’s dynamic design and reduce mass and aerodynamic lift. For track events, customers can also install the Euro-styled racing numbers that come with each car.
The Z06 Carbon’s ebony leather and suede interior is complemented by blue or orange seat stitching to match the exterior color chosen. Other features include a unique steering wheel emblem, sill plate and logoed headrest. The suede used on the steering wheel, shifter, seat inserts, armrests and doors add to the luxury of this limited edition Z06.
An optional Z07 performance package that includes the mechanical upgrades introduced on the Z06 Carbon can be added to a regular 2011 Z06. This package also includes Competition Gray 20-spoke wheels and all the chassis and cooling upgrades.
The CFZ Z06 carbon fiber package includes black carbon fiber rockers, splitter and roof panel with the full-width body color spoiler. It can also be purchased with or without the Z07 package on regular Z06 models.
The 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition, as well as the new Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages will be available in late summer.
Supersonic Blue!
2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition
Taking track-to-street technology to a new level
2010-03-10
DETROIT -- When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.
“Designed to further incorporate technology developed through racing, the Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first race in the 24 Hours of LeMans,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet General Manager. “With a limited production of 500 units, this car is a must-have for the true Corvette collector and driving enthusiast.”
The Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is another example of the expanded Corvette line-up. Five years ago, customers had the choice of a Corvette coupe or convertible. With the addition of the Z06, Grand Sport coupe and convertible and ZR1, Corvette enthusiasts now have more choices than ever.
“For track use, the Z06 Carbon is the best balanced Corvette yet. It combines the lightweight and naturally-aspirated Z06 engine with the road-holding and braking of the ZR1,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer. “For technical tracks like Laguna Seca, the Z06 Carbon could shave up to three seconds off the Z06 lap time.”
This limited edition Z06 will boast Brembo carbon ceramic brakes with specific dark gray metallic calipers. These powerful brakes were first introduced on the ZR1. Black 20-spoke 19-inch front/20-inch rear wheels complement the car’s Michelin PS2 tires. Other mechanical features include Magnetic Selective Ride Control for the first time on the Z06 and enhanced cooling. The car also features a special carbon pattern engine cover.
The Corvette Z06 Carbon will be available in two colors: Inferno Orange and the all-new Supersonic Blue. Black headlamps and mirrors, a ZR1-style body color spoiler, body color door handles, carbon fiber raised hood, and black carbon fiber rockers and splitter enhance the Z06’s dynamic design and reduce mass and aerodynamic lift. For track events, customers can also install the Euro-styled racing numbers that come with each car.
The Z06 Carbon’s ebony leather and suede interior is complemented by blue or orange seat stitching to match the exterior color chosen. Other features include a unique steering wheel emblem, sill plate and logoed headrest. The suede used on the steering wheel, shifter, seat inserts, armrests and doors add to the luxury of this limited edition Z06.
An optional Z07 performance package that includes the mechanical upgrades introduced on the Z06 Carbon can be added to a regular 2011 Z06. This package also includes Competition Gray 20-spoke wheels and all the chassis and cooling upgrades.
The CFZ Z06 carbon fiber package includes black carbon fiber rockers, splitter and roof panel with the full-width body color spoiler. It can also be purchased with or without the Z07 package on regular Z06 models.
The 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition, as well as the new Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages will be available in late summer.
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03-10-2010, 12:33 AM
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http://media.gm.com/content/media/us...310_z06_carbon
Link to GM Press Release and Photos. Maybe someone can add the photos from the GM Media website to the thread.
Link to GM Press Release and Photos. Maybe someone can add the photos from the GM Media website to the thread.
03-10-2010, 12:33 AM
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Cliff notes -
The Carbon edition is essentially a Z06 with a ZR1 chassis and some of the carbon skin Includes the brakes and MR suspension/Sway bars, PS2 tires etc -
All examples get black-painted wheels and a black interior upholstered in leather and suede.
Inferno Orange and Supersonic Blue Only two colors available
All normal 2011 Z06 models will have Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages which includes everything the Carbon has except the special carbon fiber hood.
The Carbon edition is essentially a Z06 with a ZR1 chassis and some of the carbon skin Includes the brakes and MR suspension/Sway bars, PS2 tires etc -
All examples get black-painted wheels and a black interior upholstered in leather and suede.
Inferno Orange and Supersonic Blue Only two colors available
All normal 2011 Z06 models will have Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages which includes everything the Carbon has except the special carbon fiber hood.
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03-10-2010, 01:36 AM
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03-10-2010, 02:07 AM
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The new Z07 package everyone was talking about.
"For those who don't manage to get one of the 500 Carbon editions, most of the good bits will be available as part of two option packages available for 2011 models"
Limited numbers.
What the grand sport should have been.
This Z06 Carbon promises to be a real winner at only 500 copies.
hats of to Chevy for freshening up the model and puttung together a real winning combination in limited numbers.
"For those who don't manage to get one of the 500 Carbon editions, most of the good bits will be available as part of two option packages available for 2011 models"
Limited numbers.
What the grand sport should have been.
This Z06 Carbon promises to be a real winner at only 500 copies.
hats of to Chevy for freshening up the model and puttung together a real winning combination in limited numbers.
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03-10-2010, 02:20 AM
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03-10-2010, 03:01 AM
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It's about time for the C7 to come out in a few years, they gotta do some special stuff to the C6 to keep people interested and talking.
I love to see all these special Vettes... The more the better.
Keep'em coming
I love to see all these special Vettes... The more the better.
Keep'em coming
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03-10-2010, 06:15 AM
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I have found that GM press photos (and the ones they put in their brochures too) are rarely ever a good representation of the real color though. In these photos it doesn't look that different than Jetstream Blue, but in real life I bet the two are vastly different.
03-10-2010, 06:49 AM
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Bummer. Guess we'll have to stop talking badly about the "portly" GT500 now.
Tom
