For Sale: 2017 Chevrolet Corvette in Santa Barbara, California

The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport is often considered the sweet spot of the C7 Corvette lineup-blending the base Stingray's naturally aspirated engine with much of the Z06's track hardware.
🏁 What Makes the Grand Sport Special
Think of it as:
�'� Stingray engine + Z06 chassis & aero
Wider body (like Z06)
Bigger brakes, cooling, and suspension upgrades
Track-focused handling without the supercharged complexity
⚙️ Engine & Performance
Engine: 6.2L LT1 V8 (naturally aspirated)
Horsepower: 460 hp
Torque: 465 lb-ft
0-60 mph: ~3.6 seconds (faster with Z07 package)
Drivetrain: RWD
�'� It's not as powerful as the Z06 (650 hp), but many drivers prefer it because it's:
More predictable
Easier to control on track
Less heat/overheating issues
🏎️ Performance Hardware (Where It Shines)
The Grand Sport gets serious upgrades:
Z06-style widebody design
Brembo brakes (6-piston front / 4-piston rear)
Magnetic Ride Control suspension
Electronic limited-slip differential
Michelin high-performance tires
�'� Optional Z07 package adds:
Carbon-ceramic brakes
Stickier track tires
Even more downforce
⛽ Fuel Economy
16 mpg city / 25 mpg highway
~19 mpg combined
�'� Price
MSRP (2017 new): ~$65K-$69K
Used market (today):
Roughly $50K-$65K+ depending on mileage & options
Z07-equipped or low-mile cars can go higher

�'� Real-world insight (from owners):
Many buyers see it as a better value than a Z06 unless you specifically want max horsepower.
�'� Pros & Cons
�... Pros
Best handling Corvette of the C7 lineup
Naturally aspirated V8 = reliable & responsive
Z06-level grip without supercharger heat issues
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