2014 Corvette Stingray

The Corvette recently received a complete redesign. Not one bolt from the C6 was used for the C7, even the logo was redone. This new offering from Chevy brought back the Stingray name, dropped in 1976. The C7 has quite a bit more power than the old one thanks to it's brand new 6.2L LT1. This engine produces 455HP and 460 lb/ft of torque. The previous car only made 430HP in base form and 424 lb/ft of torque. As the old C6 makes due with a 6 speed transmission the new one gets 7. The interior got better quality materials and new programmable digital gauges. Corvettes of old were almost entirely fiberglass. The new Stingray has several body panels now made from carbon fiber. The suspension now employs GM's new optional magnetic ride control. Chevy also recently launched the convertible version and stated that there will be a Z06 version debuting in 2015.

Griffin
I've recently become a big Corvette guy. At my house we have an '01 C5 and a '70 C3. So this new one really intrigued me. My favorite part of the whole car is obviously the new LT1. I'm glad hey stuck with an old style pushrod V8. I will say, big props to the chassis and suspension guys. This is supposed to be the best handling Corvette yet. I think 7 speeds are a bit too many. I was happy with 6. The rev-matching on the Tremec 7 speed is pretty cool though, I have to admit. Unfortunately I didn't have enough time to give this car justice, but I will do a way more in depth write up of the Z06 when it hits the showroom floor.

Connor

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