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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Andrew Nabors – October 14, 2021

C8 Corvette Price, Specs, Photos & Review

C8 Corvette Price If you have been waiting for something inspiring and affordable, have you considered a C8 Corvette for sale? Without any options, Chevrolet offers the Corvette C8 price below $60,000. This is incredible considering the power and technology found within. Competitors in this segment are several times more expensive, and that is why the new mid-engine Corvette is a threat to the world's most prestigious automakers. Chevrolet is able to do this by using the C8's innovations and spread them to other models. Thanks to the C8 Corvette price, it's the most affordable Vette since 1981. VIDEO REVIEW: C8 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Corvette Review With more grip and power than any previous base model, the C8 Corvette offers an incredible driving experience. For a proper C8 Corvette review, you need to understand that it shares only one part with the previous generation. This is the first production Corvette to have a mid-mounted engine. Because of the majority of the weight being located on the rear tires, it won't understeer when cornering. That being said, the C8 Corvette weight is just 3,366 lbs. Choosing your driving mode is essential to the journey, and it is explained below. And thanks to the mid-mounted engine, the C8 Corvette has been given an incredible and very aggressive redesign. Gone is the long front hood of previous generations. Now, Corvette owners get to take advantage of mid-mounted engine performance. Every Corvette since 1963 has used transverse leaf springs in the suspension, but that era is over. The 2020 C8 Corvette uses coil springs and adaptive suspension. In addition to touring and wet driving modes, owners can customize "Z Mode". It stores a unique blend of herbs and spices to instantly change to your own settings for stability, suspension, exhaust, and steering and brake force. Pressing the Z button on the steering wheel instantly changes the car into your mode. This will keep your fun factor high and your eyes on the road. The low rockers and square steering wheel offer plenty of room, and all of the controls are aimed at the driver. What good is this new American supercar if you can't get inside? Check out the hidden latches in the films below. C8 Corvette Z06 Price, Specs, Photos & Review C8 Corvette Specs Since this car is unprecedented, let's start with the basics of the C8 Corvette specs, including the C8 price. What Chevrolet has delivered is a chassis that is 10% stronger. The aluminum frame is based around a strong central tunnel, and this allows the door sills to below to offer easy entry. A new 6.2L V8 is the first Chevrolet to offer 3 oil pumps. This keeps the engine safe under intense handling. Because GM doesn't have a proving ground capable of the car's top speed, they have not disclosed the 1/4 mile or top speeds yet. You can view all of the C8 specs down below. Price: $59,995 Engine: 6.2L V8 Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Horsepower: 495 hp Torque: 470 lb-ft 0-60 mph: 2.9 seconds 1/4 mile: 11.2 seconds at 123 mph Top Speed: 194 mph Weight: 3,366 lbs C8 Corvette Engine Now we uncover the heart of the beast. GM invested half a billion dollars into the C8 Corvette engine plant. Being located at the assembly plant, it is home to the Performance Engine Build Center. This is where the most powerful engines are built since 2014. But staying true to tradition, the skilled folks of UAW Local 774 will build the LT2 6.2L V8 in Tonawanda, New York. It is the first base model Corvette engine to have dry-sump oiling. Three scavenge pumps prevent aeration to keep the bearings happy. Not only does this prolong the engine's life, but it also allows the driver to tackle incredible road courses without heating the oil past its safe limits. Thanks to being mounted behind the cockpit, engineers had more headroom to play with. This allowed them to develop a tunnel ram intake manifold and gorgeous stainless steel exhaust headers. These improvements allow the engine to offer 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. This means the 2020 C8 Corvette engine is the most powerful and fuel-efficient Corvette ever offered. Considering the price of the C8 Corvette, you certainly get the most bang for your buck in regards to power. While the competition offers dismal mileage, the C8 Corvette MPG will be over 25 miles per gallon. Options for your C8 Corvette engine include LED lights around the engine bay, and the intake manifold can be painted to match the body color. None of the competitors have ever offered such options. C8 Corvette Transmission If you thought the engine was unique, you are not ready for the C8 Corvette transmission. It is the first dual-clutch automatic in GM history. Designed exclusively for the Corvette, Tremec was able to incorporate an electronic differential and 8 forward gears. The first gear is for blistering launches. Second to 6th are close ratio. The last two gears are deep overdrives for highway cruising. Even and odd gears are connected to their own shafts, with one being inside the other. This allows power to flow from the crankshaft directly to the driven gear and into the differential. On top is a big heat exchanger that cools the oil by surrounding it with engine coolant from the radiator. Without a counter-shaft, power is uninterrupted during the shift. Either actuated by the computer or by the paddle shifters, up or downshifts take less than 100 milliseconds. In terms of the competition, the C8 Corvette transmission is the most advanced design to date. It is incredibly less complex than the torque tube it replaces, and it is mounted inline with the crankshaft to give the car a very low center of gravity. If you want three pedals you are out of luck. Much like the first Corvette, there will be no option for a manual transmission. All the power is sent to the ground through an electronic Limited Slip Differential C8 Corvette Interior Without an engine or torque tube up front, designers were able to craft a spacious C8 Corvette Interior. Not only are the seats much larger, but they also come in 3 designs. The customer has the ability to order leather on every surface with unique contrast stitching. Seatbelts also have multiple color choices to truly make it a personal expression. Instrumentation consists of a 12" screen behind the rectangular steering wheel. Adjacent to the cluster is a prominent touch screen containing infotainment, connectivity, and apps available from Chevrolet. Perhaps the most polarizing and unique feature of the C8 Corvette Interior is a spine that divides the center console. Along the top edge are arranged all of the car's climate controls. Blower speed, vent mode, seat heat, and ventilation are arranged in a logical manner. With each button having a unique shape, the driver can remain focused on the road. This is another slap in the face for the illogical & confusing controls found in the competitors. C8 Corvette Brakes Some days you just want a relaxing brake pedal. That's why the C8 Corvette brakes incorporate "eBoost". Instead of a traditional vacuum booster, your foot receives help from an electronic actuator. It has three modes: Tour for comfort, Sport for quick & aggressive stops, and Track is a linear application with the highest level of feedback. The base model C8 Corvette brakes feature 4-piston Brembo calipers at each corner. The rotors measure 12.6" front and 13.6". If you need more, the Z51 performance package (see below) steps up to 13.3" front and 13.8" rotors. They are all cast iron, saving carbon-ceramic for the performance models later on. C8 Corvette Options Ordering a 2020 C8 Corvette for sale is a fun experience. Not only has the color palette expanded to a dozen, but there are also several options for exterior trim. The extended front splitter and a high rear spoiler are the most enticing. Carbon fiber aero blades on the rocker panels also make for a menacing look. Which color is your favorite? C8 Corvette Standout Features The latest Corvette is an amalgam of cutting-edge technology, so here are the C8 Corvette standout features. Launch control is engaged automatically in track mode. Hold the brake and gas, release the beast and it awakens the Performance Data Recorder. This system uses a 128 GB SD card to record up to 1,000 minutes. Dual 1080p cameras mounted front and rear allow you to playback 16.7 hours of track time, or whatever the valet driver did while you were eating. If you are worried about the front spoiler, the nose can lift 2" in 2.8 seconds. It remembers when this is used in GPS coordinates, so the car will do it for you when you reach the same spot again. With the ability to store 1,000 locations, it sets this car apart from every other on the road. Finally, the car has two storage compartments. A deep well behind the transmission can hold a set of clubs or the Targa roof. A smaller cargo box under the hood is perfect for soft bags. A 5-piece luggage set is an option for every 2020 C8, and it is the first Corvette to offer this. There is a lot to love about the new C8 Corvette. Its new style brings the Vette into the 2020s in absolute style and the demand for the American supercar proves that Chevrolet has created a winner. C8 Corvette For Sale PDR: Performance Data Recorder Record every aspect of each lap in 1080p with telemetry overlays. Drive Mode Selector and My Mode Choose the mode that is right for the occasion, or create your own. Magnetic Ride Control The 4th generation of this system offers a faster response and a wide range of compression & rebound. Hidden Door and Hatch Releases Several touchpads are placed in very unique locations. eLSD: Electronic Limited Slip Differential Being able to control the torque going to each rear wheel offers incredible control. Aero, Cooling, and Downforce How did the designers work with engineers to keep it sleek while removing heat? Engine and Dry-Sump Oil The LT2 is the first Corvette to arrive with 3 oil scavenge pumps. Three Seat Options Each seat has an intended purpose in life. 12 Colors and Trim A dozen choices for color can be combined with graphics and carbon fiber. Z-Mode All of your favorite settings are activated by the "Z button" on the steering wheel. Front Lift Raising the nose 2" in under 3 seconds, up to 1,000 locations can be stored with GPS to lift you automatically next time. Dual Trunk No need to sacrifice storage space because you have two sizable cargo compartments. Removable Roof Panel Your roof can be tinted glass, body-color, or clear-coated carbon fiber. Electronic Shifter This carefully sculpted quadrant is both pleasing to the touch and intuitive. Dual-Clutch Transmission Corvette's first dual-clutch transmission is an engineering masterpiece. Z51 Performance Package If you demand the ultimate performance of your car, this should be your first option. In order to build the ultimate performance machine, the Z51 Package starts with wider wheels and Michelin® PS4 Performance 3 Season tires. The FE3 Performance Suspension is tuned for the ultimate track day. To keep things cool, an additional radiator is added to the rear. This supplements the twin front radiators for maximum efficiency. Cooling is a battle between stylists and engineers, and guess who won? More downforce was needed, so the Z51 spoiler adds 400 lbs to the tail. A unique exhaust system is also added, allowing the engine to reach 495 horsepower. Finally, the FE4 Magnetic Suspension is optional. Browse C8 Corvette For Sale

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By Andrew Nabors – March 11, 2020

C6 Corvette Z06 Price, Specs, Photos & Review

C6 Corvette Z06 Price If you demand the very best from your American supercar, the only logical choice is the C6 Corvette Z06 for sale. It arrived in 2006 as a distinct model from the normal Corvette, with production ending in 2013. Innovation is why the C6 Corvette Z06 price started a hair under $70,000. Inflation and depreciation have taken their toll, and that is why a showroom condition C6 Corvette Z06 for sale will be half its original price. C6 Corvette Z06 Review For a proper C6 Corvette Z06 review, you will have the most fun on a closed course. Because it is lighter and stronger than its predecessors, you will not approach the limits of this car on public roads. Thanks to the 3.42 differential gears, the C6 Corvette Z06 horsepower can be felt in any gear. With 505 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, the driver can easily shift using only half the gears. 1-3-5 or 2-4-6 are not a problem for the big engine. Because the LS7 engine was bred to win LeMans, it is very efficient on the highway. While cruising in 6th gear, it is not uncommon to achieve 30 miles per gallon. Used Corvette For Sale By Owner C6 Corvette Z06 Specs Option code Z06 began in 1963 as a performance option. What it boils down to is the most powerful engine and removal of luxuries like radio, heater, and insulation. Times have changed, so the C6 Z06 Specs include dual climate control, Bose surround sound, and a six-speed manual transmission. Even with such amenities, the C6 Corvette Z06 top speed is 198 mph. With sticky tires, the C6 Corvette Z06 0-60 can be 3 seconds flat. Fancy footwork will allow the 1/4 mile to arrive in 10.98 seconds. Make no mistake, this car was built to move. C6 Z06 Corvette Specs: Price: $70,000Engine: 7-liter V8Transmission: 6-speed manualHorsepower: 505 hpTorque: 470 lb-ft0-60: 3.0 seconds1/4 Mile: 10.98 @ 123 mphTop Speed: 198 mphWeight: 3,130 lbs C6 Corvette Z06 Engine Now we come to the heart of the beast. When Chevrolet designed the LS series small block in the '90s, their intention was to make big-block power while offering world-class efficiency. Each example was assembled by hand at GM's performance center in Wixom, MI. Hennessey Unleashes HPE1000 Corvette Z06 Starting with a stronger casting, steel liners are pressed in to handle the high compression. The crank is forged and it spins titanium rods and flat-top pistons. Each cylinder is honed with a deck plate to simulate the heads being torqued down. The heads have CNC ported intake, exhaust, and 70cc chambers. Hydroformed exhaust manifolds resemble aftermarket headers and allow for high-rpm flow. C6 Corvette Z06 Transmission Connected to the engine by a torque tube, the C6 Corvette Z06 transmission is mounted at the rear axles. From 2006 to '07 it was the Tremec T56, a hardened version of the C6 transmission with triple synchros. Introduced in 2008, the Tremec TR-6060 has a stronger case and a revised shifter. Stronger shift forks and linkages made the C6 Corvette Z06 easier to drive. 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition: Price, Review, Photos & Specs Even though 5th and 6th gear are overdrives, it is possible to start in 5th gear by feathering the clutch. It will take you all the way to 198 mph without shifting. If you are looking for an automatic, the C6 Corvette Z06 transmission was manual only. C6 Corvette Z06 Interior From first glance, the only unique features of the C6 Corvette Z06 interior are the embroidered headrests. But engineers were on a quest to shave all unnecessary weight. Therefore, the carpet is thinner and lacks insulation. Both floorboards are made of balsa wood and carbon fiber sandwich. Not only is this sustainable, but it also offers superior heat and sound insulation while keeping weight at a minimum. Navigation, heads-up display, and heated seats were also unveiled in the C6 Corvette Z06 interior. C6 Corvette Z06 Brakes Another first for the plastic fantastic is the unique C6 Corvette Z06 brakes. Instead of a larger 4-piston design, the front calipers have six pistons to grab a rotor measuring 14" in diameter and 1.3" thick. The rears are 4-piston with 13.4"x 1". Although servicing the brakes is more expensive than other Corvettes, their massive size allows for long intervals of worry-free stopping. C6 Corvette Z06 Standout Features In the quest to build the ultimate Corvette, the C6 Z06 was the first to feature an aluminum frame. This mandated a fixed roof that can't be opened. A magnesium engine cradle mounts the LS7 lower and to the rear compared to a base model. As a true driver's car, there was only one transmission, a six-speed manual. Thanks to the prodigious torque, it is possible to slowly start in 5th gear and accelerate to 198 mph without shifting. Browse All Corvette Z06 For Sale " width="680">

By Andrew Nabors – January 03, 2018

2019 Corvette ZR1 Specs, Price, Photos & Review

Every time Chevrolet rolls out a new Corvette, fans quickly separate into two camps. Those who own a late-model version usually devise a way to purchase the new one, and others are quick to minimalize it as just another Vette. We decided to dig through the press releases to decipher what makes the 2019 Corvette ZR1 specs so special, and here are the top 10 facts that will make or break your decision.10. Keep Cool Many Corvette owners enjoy an occasional track day. Either at the drag strip or at an autocross, keeping the fluids cool is essential. That is why engineers stuffed it with 13 radiators. The main radiator is helped by two secondary ones under each headlight. Combined with the A/C condenser, oil cooler, differential cooler, and two transmission coolers running in series, the 2019 ZR1 will be ready for a death valley rally.9. UnplannedIt's been reported that Chevrolet didn't plan for anything above the current Z06, but engineers are not content to let the competition use the latest technology to make big power. Work is well underway on the 8th generation cars, so the 2019 Corvette ZR1 specs might actually keep the C7 around for another year. This will help them to make sure the C8 is fully "Vetted" before hitting the track.8. New Pipes The new LT5 engine was named to honor the 1990 ZR1. That engine was larger and more advanced than anything GM had built before, and so is the new one. With 755 horsepower on tap, the normal dual-mode exhaust was too loud. It was even banned from the holiest of holies, the 'Ring. Spy videos show the prototypes with jerry-rigged exhaust tips aimed to the left. This was done to preserve the hearing of local wildlife and humans. With the hammer down, Chevrolet recorded 12 seconds of fire from the beast. So the ZR1 borrows the active exhaust of the CTS-V, which actively tunes how much sound the car emits7. Two Or Three Pedals? For the first time in ZR1 history, Chevy is offering the choice of manual or automatic transmissions. We wish the Camaro ZL1's 10-speed would fit, but it's simply too massive. So they took the Z06's eight-speed automatic and beefed it up. We're not sure who would order an automatic ZR1, any automatic bolted to this much power is living on borrowed time. Plus, the active rev-matching on the 7-speed stick will make you smile after a stressful day.6. Downforce- 2 Flavors To keep it glued to the pavement, buyers will have two options in aerodynamics. Standard equipment is the low wing. It offers great visibility along with a top speed over 210 mph. The big wing makes 950 lbs of downforce, at the expense of limiting your ability to put your junk in the trunk.5. Big Blower Every supercharged engine in the US has a blower made by Eaton Corporation. Aftermarket tuners are quick to embrace Eaton's latest designs, and that is how some shops are making over 1,000 horsepower and stay emissions legal. Technology is a two-way street, so the aftermarket's insistence on going bigger has allowed automakers to do the same. The 2.65-liter blower on the ZR1 moves 52% more air than the Z06, and it is 3" taller than anything before it. A normal hood wouldn't work, so the supercharger pokes through the hood with its own carbon fiber cover.4. Got Intake?To feed the big blower, the throttle body is a whopping 95mm in diameter. Let that sink in. The intake is larger than your exhaust. It is capable of ingesting 1,450 cubic feet of air per minute. That means it could probably suck reflectors from the asphalt or satellites out of orbit.3. Widest 'Vette Yet Another milestone in Corvette history is the massive tires needed to keep the ZR1 glued to the road. If you opt for the ZTK performance package, you will have Michelin PS Cup 2 rubber measuring 285/30/19 front and 335/25/20 rear. A 25 series sidewall- what is the world coming to?2. ZR1 Version 4.0 Zora and his engineers testing the original ZR1 at Milford Proving GroundsMany people remember the Z6 ZR1, it was also a supercharged 6.2 liter V8 with big power. But you might not realize that 2019 is actually the 4th generation of the ZR1. It began as a C3 option aimed at racing back in 1970. It was designed by Corvette's Chief Engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov, who had a curious habit of including "Z" on many high-performance Chevys. His other noteworthy accomplishments are the Camaro Z28, the aluminum 427 engine (ZL1), and the first endurance racing Corvette, the 1963 Z06.1. 2019 Corvette ZR1 Specs at a Bargain PriceAs mentioned above, the new ZR1 offers 755 horsepower. It also makes 715 lb-ft of torque across most of the tachometer. Taking a quick glance at the world's best automotive website, we quickly get a feel for the prices of exotic cars for sale. Shameless plugs aside, the Corvette ZR1 has a starting price of $123,995. It is a fraction of the cost of competitors, and that has been Chevrolet's goal since 1953. We wish we could spill the beans about the C8, but good things are worth the wait. Happy New Year's, we'll see you in 2018. 2019 CORVETTE ZR1 SPECS Price: $118,900Engine: 6.2-liter Supercharged V8 LT5Horsepower: 755 hpTorque: 715 lb-ft0-60: 2.85 secondsTop Speed: 212 mphTransmission: 7 Speed Manual or 8-Speed Automatic/Paddle Shift https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=yALCKxQT67o

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – March 07, 2016

2017 Chevorlet Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition: Price, Review, ...

2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition Specs Price: $80,395 (coupe), $84,395 (convertible) Engine: 6.2-liter V8 Horsepower: 650 hp 0–60: 2.95 seconds Top Speed: 196 mph Transmission: 7-speed manual, 8-speed automatic Torque: 650 lb-ft Review For 2016, The Z06 receives a C7 .R Edition in Team Corvette livery. Only 500 will be built, each with numbered dash plaques. The Stingray’s updates are mostly aesthetic in nature, and include three new design packages, new options for the exterior color, updated wheel designs and more. The three new design packages are truly the Stingray’s most significant alteration, with each focusing on a different color as the main theme. The Twilight Blue, Spice Red and Jet Black packages bring together new interior and exterior colors along with a new rear spoiler and motorsport steering wheel. Available as coupes and convertibles, these will make the ordering process much easier. The new Corvette C7 .R edition combines the most exclusive options offered on the Z06. In addition to the numbered dash plaques, each car from this limited run will feature a new hood and a C7 .R graphics package. The Z07 package is also included, featuring adjustable spoilers and carbon-ceramic brakes. A single run will be responsible for producing all 500 examples, with the first bearing VIN #700001. Chevrolet Corvette Z06 For Sale Buy Your Issue Now

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