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Basic Specifications
Vehicle Color: arrest me redEngine Type: 8 Cylinder
Transmission: Manual
Est. Horsepower: 563 HP
Est. Curb Weight: 3,215 lbs.
Mileage: 4,000 miles
At the Track
Best 60': 1.968Best R/T: .501
Best 1/8 Mile ET: 7.46
Best 1/8 Mile MPH: 101.98
Best 1/4 Mile ET: 11.26
Best 1/4 Mile MPH: 131.41
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About this Current Vehicle:
We've finally gotten our hands on the 2008 Corvette. You know, the one with the new LS3 small-block V-8. Compared with its predecessor, the 6.0-liter LS2, there is an increase of bore by 0.06 in., which results in an additional 0.2 liter of displacement. Compression is down to 10.7:1 from 10.9. But even so, the engine is claimed to have improved efficiency while still making more power. These gains are due mostly to technology derived from the Z06's 505-bhp LS7, including its fuel injectors, as well as other improvements like better-flowing heads feeding larger valves that are actuated by offset rockers.
Basic output is 430 bhp at 5900 rpm with 424 lb.-ft. of torque at 4200 rpm. When combined with the optional $1995 performance exhaust system, power is bumped to 436 bhp, and torque to 428 lb.-ft. The system is similar to that on the Z06, but uses 2.5-in. exhaust tubing instead of 3.0 in.
At full wail the 2008 Corvette sounds plenty healthy, yet has a better acoustical clarity than the 2007 model. The foam-rubber skull cap on top of the intake and performance exhaust likely has something to do with this, and the refinement is much appreciated.
A lot of attention has been paid to finishing details, something Corvettes have lacked. Aside from the engine, there are two other major improvements — the shift linkage and the steering. Both are tighter and more precise. The 6-speed automatic also has been tweaked for quicker shifting. A new option is a 2.73:1 final drive; it is standard on the $1695 Z51 performance package.
Externally, the only visible difference from the 2007 Corvette is a set of optional twin-spoke wheels that mimic those from the Z06. Most changes are under the hood or inside the cockpit; all 2008 models now come standard with XM radio, OnStar and auto-dimming mirrors with a compass.
The $45,170 base price is up just slightly from last year. But a fully optioned Corvette that includes the 4LT Premium Equipment package raises the price by about $2000 over the previous ultimate option package. This includes a much-appreciated interior treatment featuring finely stitched two-tone leather on the dash, door panels and seats. It doesn't feel just like a Corvette anymore, it feels like something special. Future Z06 buyers will be glad to know the Premium Equipment package is available to them as well.
It's clear even from the passenger seat that there is more oomph ahead of the firewall, but it's more subtle than it used to be. Everything is sensed through the steering wheel. I hate to say it, but it feels — heaven help us — Porsche-like. In fact, a Porsche with better balance and power delivery.
There is only a slight difference in performance from the LS2 Corvette, as the two cars are still extremely similar. If tested under equal conditions, I'd expect the '08 car to be a tenth or two quicker in the quarter mile, while skidpad and slalom numbers wouldn't likely show a measurable difference.
The Corvette has been getting better with age, and clearly the LS3 is helping it get better, faster.
Factory Options:
All Corvette models typically include the following standard features:*
Air Conditioning, Dual-Zone Automatic Headlamps, HID
Alarm System Lights, Cargo Comp't, Daytime Running, Glove Box & Reading
Antenna, Integrated Mirrors, Dual Heated Power, O/S LH & Inside Automatic Day/Ni
Axle Ratio, 3.42 Option Pkg
Axle, Limited Slip Rear Power Outlet, (1)
Brakes, Power F&R Disc Radio Equipment, Auxiliary Input
Braking System, Anti-Lock Radio Equipment, XM Feature w/3-mos of Service
Clock, Digital (w/Radio) Radio, AM/FM Stereo w/CD & MP3
Communication System, OnStar w/Hands-Free Telephone & 1-yr o Restraint System, Dual Front Air Bag
Consoles, Floor & Center w/Storage Roof Panel, Removable Solid
Cup Holders, (2) Seat Adjuster, Power Driver's
Defroster, Rear Window Seats: Leather Surfaced Bucket
Door Locks, Automatic Power Speed Control
Driver's Information Center Steering Wheel, Leather-Wrapped Tilt
Drivetrain, RWD Steering, Variable Assist Power
Engine Immobilizer Tire Pressure Monitor
Engine Start, Remote Control Tires, P245/40ZR18 Front & P285/35ZR19 Rear Run Flat
Engine: V8, 6.2 Liter Traction Control
Entry System, Keyless Remote Control Transmission, 6 Speed Manual
Floor Mats Trunk/Hatch Release, Power
Fog Lights, Front W/S Wipers, Intermittent
Fuel Tank, 18.0 Gal Cap Wheels, 5-Split-Spoke Silver Painted Aluminum
Headlamp Control, Automatic Windows, Power
Drive Type: 2WD
Engine Size: 6.2L engine
Number of Cylinders: 8 cylinders
Horsepower: 436 horsepower@5900rpm
Torque (ft.-lbs.): 424 torque@4600rpm
Compression Ratio: 10.70
Camshaft: 204/211 .551/.525 117
Engine Type: Gas
Bore: 4.06
Stroke: 3.62
Valves per Cylinder: Not Available
Fuel Capacity (gals.): 18.00
EPA MPG (City/Hwy): 16/26
Wheelbase: 105.7''
Overall Length: 174.6''
Width: 72.6''
Height: 49.0''
Curb Weight: 3217 lbs.
Leg Room F/R: 43.1''
Head Room F/R: 37.9''
Seating Capacity (Std.): 2/2
Cargo Capacity for Cars: 22.4 cu. ft.
Towing Capacity for Trucks: Not Available
Payload Capacity for Trucks: Not Available
Gross Vehicle Weight for Trucks: Not Available
Tires (Std.): P245/40ZR18 Front & P285/35ZR19 Rear Run Flat
Transmission: Manual 6 Speed
Exterior Modifications:
billet aluminum liscense plate holder, billet aluminum corvette bumper letters, z51 emblems, 18 % side and rear windows tint, 50% windshield tint
Interior Modifications:
autometer gauge pod
autometer II boost gauge
autometer II fuel pressure gauge
aem wideband air fuel gauge
raptor digital shift light with launch features.
Performance:
Z51 package, KOOKS 1 7/8 LONG HEADERS, 3" x 3" Corsa full flow catted x pipe, Corsa extreme exhaust ,Halltech Killer Bee Ran air Induction , MSD coil on kit, MSD 8.5mm super conductor wires, DEI spark plug wire, comp custom grind cam, timing chain, comp cam springs, z06 cam gear, chromoly 3/8th push rods, 160 thermostat, hp tuners custom tune.
Suspension/Chassis:
Z51 package
Drivetrain:
Stock
Electronics:
stock
To-Do List:
Well ..its such a long list ...i'll just post as i go along .
Custom Forged 416
Callies Forged Crank
Manley Rods and Pistons
ARP Head Stud Kit
GM MLS gaskets
Trick Flow Heads
Harland Sharp Roller Rockers
Fast LSX 102MM INTAKE
Paxton Novi 2000 Kit
Complete 8 Rib Assembly
Custom Power Steering Brackets
DeWitts radiator with Oil Cooler Combo
Dual Nozzle Alky Kit
Stage 2 Custom Fuel System
custom tuning
3.90 or 4.10 Cryo treated micro polished ring and pinion
Hardened output shaft
new rims and tires ( 20s in back 19s up front)
4 OR 6 Point roll bar
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82 Comments on Z51's Corvette
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thats nice car to have!
Nice car, looks a shade more "Catch me if you can Red" than "Arrest me Red"
New Corvette group "SmokinVette"
See you there
YES LS3 Rocks
Butiful Factory STOCK Buld
Awsome Cars, Corvette...............
After ALL the UP-Grades, All I Have Left is a LS2 Block that im thinking of Exchanging ALL my LSX BLOCK Parts in to Just to loss 150lb in weight....
Lightest LS BLOCK MADE
see :SmokinVette group
Nice Car!
God jop and nice car man
nice Rides, I'll take the Vette if you no longer want to keep if clean.......Roger
camarozack has ur car with the z06 fenders on it..check it out it looks good
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