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Corvette Coupe in Atomic Orange Metallic
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After a milestone year in 2008 that saw the introduction of the LS3 6.2L V-8 as the new standard engine, a custom,
leather-wrapped interior and more upgrades, the Corvette powers into 2009 with a raft of enhancements that further
distinguish it and give customers more choices including a lower-priced convertible model.
Of course, that range of choices also includes the ZR1, with its 6.2L supercharged engine that produces 638 horsepower
(476 kW). (Please see the separate Corvette ZR1 release for complete information on Chevy's world-class supercar.)
"The Corvette is an American icon with world-class credentials," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. "It's the car
we all aspire to own and the 2009 edition, with more choices and features, only amplifies that craving."
The '09 Corvette lineup includes the Corvette coupe and Corvette convertible, each powered by the 430-horsepower (321
kW) LS3 V-8, and the incomparable Corvette Z06. Equipped with the 505-horsepower (377 kW) LS7 engine and built on a
lightweight chassis, the Z06 is a street-going descendent of the championship-winning Corvette racing program.
The new 2009 Corvette ZR1 is an American supercar that brings the technology and engineering refinement of carbon-fiber,
ceramics and electronics together in a distinctive design.
"Chevrolet's goal with the new ZR1 is to show what an American supercar can deliver, at a price that trumps exotics that
cost two, three or four times as much and does so with exceptional driveability," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general
manager.
- New 1LT convertible model
- 2LT convertible now with standard power top
- Two new custom interiors: Dark Titanium and Ebony
- Two new exterior colors: Cyber Gray Metallic and Blade Silver Metallic
- Bluetooth phone connection available
- Steering wheel audio controls standard on all models
- Variable steering ratio standard on all models
- "Crossed flags" emblem has new, bright surround
- Power hatch pull-down standard on coupe and Z06
- Z06 dry-sump oil system capacity increased to 10.5 quarts (9.9 L) -- same as ZR1
- New Z06 "spider"-design wheels in Sparkle Silver, Competition Gray or chrome
- Z06 sill plates with logo
- Z06 red and titanium interiors have color-matched lower instrument panel and door panels
- New ZR1 model:
- Supercharged 6.2L engine rated at 638 hp (476 kW)
- Upgraded six-speed manual transmission with dual-disc clutch technology
- Brembo carbon-ceramic four-wheel disc brakes
- Twenty-spoke 19-inch (front) and 20-inch (rear) wheels in Sterling Silver or chrome
- ZR1-specific Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires
- ZR1-specific design features, including wider, carbon-fiber dual-port front fenders, carbon-fiber raised hood with window, and full-width, body-color rear spoiler
- Expanded use of carbon-fiber body panels, including visible carbon-fiber elements on the roof, rocker panels and front splitter
- Standard magnetic ride control specially developed for the ZR1
- Seats, sill plates, and gauge cluster with the ZR1 logo, boost gauge in cluster, and head-up display
- Unique ZR1 vehicle identification number sequence
- Top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h)
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