Vehicle Description
One of only 71 CSR Corvettes built. One of only 20 Z06s and #7 of
10 Blade Silver Z06 CSR Corvettes built. 8914 original miles, never
raced or abused, fully documented, fresh tires, ready to enjoy.
What a car! The CSR package only enhances everything that's already
awesome about the Z06, not the least of which is finally giving it
a stronger visual presence. In short, the Z06 CSR looks like a
weapon. With stripes, dark wheels, and the 'Jake' mascot from the
C6R racing team on the B-pillar, it's closer to race than any of
its siblings. Of course, as a future collectable, very few of these
cars were ever used as intended and this one shows just 8914 miles,
all of which were done on city streets and not the track, so it
remains in outstanding condition throughout. Obviously no
accidents, no damage, no paint work, and thanks to the uniformly
high build quality of the C6 Corvettes it fits together superbly.
Good gaps, doors that close with a reassuring THUNK, and we have to
admit the stripes and other graphics look pretty awesome. The
gumball numbers are still in their original box in the trunk, and
we'd seriously consider installing them, if only to make the look
complete. This is a great-looking Corvette. Inside, the Z06's
hardcore nature is effectively camouflaged by leather sport seats
and a long list of standard features-this is no stripped down COPO.
The standard equipment list is lengthy, including dual zone climate
control, power everything, heads-up display, cruise control, an
AM/FM/CD/satellite stereo system, and more. The dash is wrapped in
real carbon-fiber and the CSR received special aluminum pedals
designed to facilitate heel-and-toe shifting at the track. CSR
emblems are embroidered into the headrests and center arm rest,
reminding you that this is no garden-variety Corvette and the
contrasting red stitching is just plain beautiful. If you haven't
driven a Corvette lately, you'll be pleased with the effective
ergonomics and there aren't many better tools for going fast than a
late-model Z06. The roof is non-removable on the Z06 to improve
rigidity and reduce weight, but the trunk remains huge, so plan
your weekend getaways around a trip to the track. And, of course,
it goes without saying that just about everything is in virtually
new condition. The heart of the Z06 is a 7.0 liter V8
(coincidentally adding up to 427 cubic inches). Making 505
horsepower and 470 pounds of torque, this is one of the more
remarkable variations on the LS theme. It starts instantly and
idles smoothly and is always happy to trundle around town without
complaint. Without putting your foot on the floor, you'd never
realize what's living under the hood. But given enough space to
play, the LS7's ferocious performance becomes thrilling and
challenging even for experienced drivers, and the Z06 is built to
take advantage of it. Dry sump oiling keeps it safe in high-g
turns, heavy-duty cooling makes it immune to overheating or
cool-down laps, and thanks to titanium connecting rods and valves
it rips to its 7000 RPM redline like an engine half its size. There
might be faster Corvettes, but none that work as well as a C6 Z06
when you take your driving seriously. The chassis is heavily
fortified for track use, starting with an aluminum frame that
weighs a third less than the standard Corvette's steel unit. The
6-speed manual transmission, the clutch, and the rear end were all
strengthened for use in the Z06 and brakes were enlarged to 14
inches in front and 13.4 inches in back, clamped by six- and
four-piston calipers, respectively. The front engine cradle is
magnesium instead of aluminum, and the net result is a car that
weighs 143 pounds less than a standard Corvette despite all the
extra go-fast hardware. Of course, it's all emissions legal, the
exhaust is modest, and ride quality is firm but not abusive, making
this a supercar you could drive every day without complaint. The
unique Competition Gray forged aluminum wheels are unmarked and
designed to hide brake dust, and they carry brand new 275/35/18
front and 325/30/19 rear Michelin Pilot radials installed in August
2020. Documentation includes all the original manuals and books,
the CSR decal box and instructions, paperwork from the optional
Museum Delivery, and a few other goodies. The C6 Z06 is a special
Corvette and the CSR version adds rarity and a competition pedigree
to an already very desirable package. Ready to race, easy to drive,
and shockingly affordable today, this might just be the smartest
late-model Corvette buy in our showroom today. Call now! Harwood
Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or professional
inspections of any vehicle in our showroom prior to purchase.
