Updated news from Zippy, who is at the ZR-1/C4 Gathering this weekend:
ZR1 News:
Official 0-60 mph - 3.3 seconds
Nissan GTR Ring track time was posted with a running start, not from a stop
GM will take the ZR-1 to the Ring with a production ZR-1 and expects to better the Nissan GTR time from a standing start
ZR-1 brake system is completely unique to the ZR-1
ZR-1 brakes do not have to be heated up in order to achieve full breaking power, that is available as soon as you start the car
The ZR-1 will have the gas guzzler tax associated with it
GM is expecting 21 mpg highway for the new ZR-1
GM is expecting a 4 year production run for the new ZR-1
the ZR-1 achieves 320 lb/ft of torque at 1000 rpm
The GM Performance Build Center will build all ZR-1 engines in the same manner as they build the Z06 engines
C7 News
Release of the new C7 Corvette has been set back due to government regulations, no new release date was given
Updated news from Zippy, who is at the C5/C6 Birthday Bash this weekend:
ZR-1 News
Official HP Rating - SAE 638 BHP
Official Torque Rating - SAE 604 TQ @ 3800 RPM
12mm stainless steel head bolts
7.5 lb savings via carbon fiber roof panels over the Z06
Brembo ceramic brakes - 15.5" front rotors, 15" rear Rotors, 148 sq inch pad contact area
Engine governed to 210 mph, GM showed video of 205 mph pass at Papenburg, Germany, Patrick Herman was the test driver, car was extremely stable
Price to be announced soon by GM Corporate
No 1/4 mile times or Trap speed until car is in production
Front splitter is carbon fiber and larger than the Z06 splitter, designed to provide downforce.
Zippy likes the look of the hood window, specially coated palstic that will not fade, yellow, etc.
Price of ZR1 will include a high performance driving school with Spring Mountain, Skip Barber, or Bob Bondurant. This is not madatory, but recommended by GM.
Just over 300 dealers will be allowed to purchase the ZR1
3ZR package, includes power sport seats, both driver and passenger
Curb weight (full gas tank and all fluids) 3324 lbs
Dry weight 3155 lbs
5.2 lbs per HP ratio (3324 lbs/638 HP)
Speedometer will read up to 220 mph
HUD will have a boost guage when in track mode
2009 Z06
Increased capacity dry sump, 11 qt capacity, same as ZR1
On Coupe and Vert, will have variable ratio steering, making it easier to steer at high speeds
New cyber gray will be available for 09
New option available for 09 in Ebony upgraded interior
New cyber gray wheel option
Steering wheel audio controls will be standard
Bluetooth option will be available
2009 Coupe and Convertible
On Coupe and Vert, will have variable ratio steering, making it easier to steer at high speeds
Avis and Hertz will offer a special Corvette Coupe in certain cities, special discount code for $30 off a weekend rental is 107310.
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Re: 2009 and ZR1 Latest Information
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Originally Posted by 10/76*stockdrs
I hope the roof is going to be the color .
Not sure what your saying, but the ZR1 roof color on all new ZR1's will be carbon fiber with a special clear coat to prevent dis-coloring, splitting, fading etc.
BTW, The CF roof panels saves 7.5 pounds from the Z06 roof panel currently used.
Hope this answered your question.
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Re: 2009 and ZR1 Latest Information
Thanks Mark for posting this while I was away from my computer.
After hearing the seminars from Harlan Charles (Corvette Product Mgr), Tadge Juecther (sp?) the Corvette Chief Engineer, and other Corvette team members, I was anxious to get the word out to our members.
Almost forgot: Chevrolet will offer a "value" version convertible for 09, they called it the 1LT pkg. The price difference from the coupe will be less than previous MY Corvettes, thus making the drop top version more affordable. All 09 models will have new "bright" badges.
If you have any questions on the new '09 Vettes or new ZR1, just let me know, and I'll answer them as best I can.
Zip
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Michelin tires coming soon for Z06
I talked to several Michelin tire people regarding Michelin tires for the Z06, and they told me Michelin tires willl be available for the C6Z06 later this year. So, if anyone is interested in replacing their G/Y tires, here you go.
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