Insight Into the Chevrolet Corvette for 2007
The 2007 Corvette is an important vehicle to Chevrolet for the coupe market segment. The Z06 is a member of a series of two trim levels for the Corvette which include Z06 and Base. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Chevrolet. There is strong competition from vehicles from Lexus.
Performance
The Corvette Z06 is equipped with a General Motors 7.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Tremec 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
For the 2007 Corvette, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 18.00 gallons.
The Corvette uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses leaf and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
Corvette Z06 Statistics
The Corvette is 174.60 inches long, 72.60 inches wide, and 49.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.70 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
Cost is always a factor when looking at a car. The Chevrolet Corvette lists at $42,503 when new. The dealer cost on the car was $39,604. This price was in line with the industry standard price for a 2-door coupe.
There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 100,000/60 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The Corvette Z06 received an fuel efficiency rating of 17 – 18 MPG driving in the city and 27 – 28 when it came to distance driving. The gas-powered Corvette is a non-green car.
In Summary
The 2006 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Corvette. The 2007 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Corvette Z06 will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
I gotta admit I was looking at a Nissan, but is this better?
My spouse purchased mine for the 7.0 liter engine. Plus the 6-gear tranny.