An Evolutionary Model: The 2003 Corvette Revisited
It is common to find buyers of the Chevrolet Corvette enthusiastic about their purchase. The Corvette has been one of the premier vehicles of the Chevrolet line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2003 model is no exception. The Chevrolet Corvette falls into the coupe for the family category. The Corvette inspires brand loyalty, and it’s not unusual to have a buyer purchase Chevrolets year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.
Chevrolet Corvette Engine Specs
The Corvette Z06 is equipped with a General Motors 5.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Chevrolet engine is mated to a Tremec 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
The 2003 Corvette’s traditional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel 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.
Vehicle Statistics
The Corvette is 179.70 inches long, 73.60 inches wide, and 47.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 104.50 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
Cost is an important factor when buy a car. The Chevrolet Corvette lists at $51,435 when new. The dealer cost on the car was $45,006. This price was high compared to 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 36,000/36 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The Corvette Z06 received an fuel efficiency rating of 19 MPG driving in the city and 28 when it came to long-distance. The gas-powered Corvette is a non-green car.
Conclusion
The 2002 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Corvette. The 2003 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.