Vehicle Description
When Chevrolet introduced the C6 Z06 in 2006, they had three
magical numbers that would ring true with Bow Tie enthusiasts all
over the world: 427. This modified 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is
nothing short of a weapon, both on the track and on the street, and
you won't find a faster car for less cash anywhere.
This particular Velocity Red Z06 remains in excellent condition
throughout, suggesting careful ownership since it was new. With
only 20,518 miles, it has been driven only on sunny days, and its
well-preserved condition bears this out. Red was obviously a
popular Z06 color in 2008, and if you like your Corvettes to talk
the talk as well as walk the walk, this one is for you. 1402 Z06s
were built in this color, and it's easy to understand why because
the sucker looks ferocious just sitting still. It has never been
damaged or hit, and every single panel and every square inch of
paint is as it was applied in Bowling Green. The Z06 enjoys wider
wheel flares that give it a low, menacing stance as well as a
custom front fascia with a special air intake between the
headlights. The effect is subtle, but nobody will mistake a Z06 for
a garden-variety Corvette. It does show some very minor signs of
use, because it's impossible to resist driving this car, but if you
want one to drive, this is a fantastic choice (we'll tell you why
in a moment).
As with the exterior, the interior of the car is in superb shape,
with only very light signs of use. For all its race-inspired
functionality, the Z06 is designed to be a daily-drivable
high-performance vehicle. To that end, comfort and convenience are
held to a very high standard. HID headlights, fog lamps, leather
seating, dual-zone air conditioning, cabin air filtration and a
heads-up display (HUD) with track mode and g-meter are standard.
The Z06 gauge cluster displays the Z06 logo on the 7000-redline
tachometer and has readout on the oil pressure gauge to reflect the
higher standard pressure of the dry-sump oiling system. The seats
feature two-tone leather surfaces, with Z06-logo embroidery and
contrasting red stitching. The lone modification is a few carbon
fiber details on the dash which actually look pretty cool.
The real drama is under this 'Vette's skin. That 427 cubic inch V8
is no joke, and with its aluminum construction, it weighs several
hundred pounds less than the legendary 427s of the '60s, while
extracting more performance than ever before. Additional
weight-saving measures include a magnesium engine cradle, and balsa
wood/carbon fiber floors. Upgrades include a custom intake
manifold, upgraded camshaft from Texas Speed, Comp Cams rockers,
and titanium pushrods, so you know this sucker loves to rev. All
told, it cost nearly $20,000 to get it to this level, but after you
drive it, you'll know it was money well-spent. The rear-mounted
6-speed transmission gets its own set of gears that are designed
for the output and power curve of the LS7 engine, and includes a
pump that sends transmission fluid forward to be cooled in a
dedicated heat exchanger. Massive 14-inch brakes are clamped by six
piston calipers that have been painted red, as is fashionable these
days. Out back, four piston units clamp merely large 13.4-inch
rotors, and all the rotors are cross-drilled. Wheels are
large-by-huge with 18x9.5s up front and 19x12s out back, wearing
275/30/18 and 325/30/19 Michelin performance radials.
With big power and a bulletproof platform, this Z06 offers
screaming performance at a screaming bargain price. Forget about
buying a new C7, this one will run with the big dogs and costs
thousands less. Call today!
