2009 Chevrolet Corvette Z07

Stumpy · 08-23-2006, 11:00 AM

If the thought of the new 500-hp Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang hedging in on the 505-hp Corvette Z06's territory raises your blood pressure, don't despair: Corvette chief engineer Tom Wallace has a 650-hp trick up his sleeve. A new super Corvette will build on the Z06's 7.0-liter LS7 V-8 that was developed in sync with the Corvette C6.R Le Mans racer. For this limited-production Vette, which might be called the Z07, Chevy will increase the LS7's displacement and bolt on a supercharger to bump output by 145 hp. The Z07, due in 2008, will be further differentiated from the Z06 by the use of more carbon-fiber body panels and a huge hood vent aimed at killing front-end lift. In true Corvette style, Chevy will undercut competitors by pricing the Z07 at about $100,000. This Corvette has been known within GM as the Blue Devil, after the mascot of GM CEO Rick Wagoner's alma mater, Duke, and also as the Sting Ray, but we think they'll go with Z07, or maybe Z06.R.

With General Motors not providing any official information on the upcoming uber-Vette, rumors continue to fly around the automotive world. Automobile Magazine weighs in with its two cents, stating that the so-called "Blue Devil" will actually carry the significantly less satanic moniker of Z07 - or maybe Z06.R (with the "R" presumably standing for "Really hazardous to your driving record"). That seems somewhat more clumsy than the Sting Ray or Super Sport/SS names that we've heard tossed around, but would fit in with GM's long history of three-digit alphanumeric codes.

The 650 HP 6.2L supercharged GenIV V8 looks to be housed under a huge air duct, which is likely required by the addition of a air-to-water intercooler unit. Serious speed requires the shedding of serious heat, and so the car has also grown vents along the top and rear of the front fenders, and a NACA duct has appeared on the top of the rear quarter panels. Hit the link to see the full spy shot - we're anxious to hear what you think, as we're already in love.

The supercar is said to be on its way in 2008 as a 2009 model (giving us two more years to make inaccurate predictions), and will carry a price tag of around $100K. Given the Z06's superlative performance, we don't doubt for a moment that that Z07 will provide the biggest bang for the buck in its market segment.

Sk1n · 08-23-2006, 11:06 AM

NACA duct?

Jesus...Dodge and Ford have to come up with something better...

FallenPhoenix · 08-23-2006, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black RSX

Source: www.automobilemag.com
If the thought of the new 500-hp Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang hedging in on the 505-hp Corvette Z06's territory raises your blood pressure, don't despair: Corvette chief engineer Tom Wallace has a 650-hp trick up his sleeve. A new super Corvette will build on the Z06's 7.0-liter LS7 V-8 that was developed in sync with the Corvette C6.R Le Mans racer. For this limited-production Vette, which might be called the Z07, Chevy will increase the LS7's displacement and bolt on a supercharger to bump output by 145 hp. The Z07, due in 2008, will be further differentiated from the Z06 by the use of more carbon-fiber body panels and a huge hood vent aimed at killing front-end lift. In true Corvette style, Chevy will undercut competitors by pricing the Z07 at about $100,000. This Corvette has been known within GM as the Blue Devil, after the mascot of GM CEO Rick Wagoner's alma mater, Duke, and also as the Sting Ray, but we think they'll go with Z07, or maybe Z06.R.

With General Motors not providing any official information on the upcoming uber-Vette, rumors continue to fly around the automotive world. Automobile Magazine weighs in with its two cents, stating that the so-called "Blue Devil" will actually carry the significantly less satanic moniker of Z07 - or maybe Z06.R (with the "R" presumably standing for "Really hazardous to your driving record"). That seems somewhat more clumsy than the Sting Ray or Super Sport/SS names that we've heard tossed around, but would fit in with GM's long history of three-digit alphanumeric codes.

The 650 HP 6.2L supercharged GenIV V8...

I hate gaffs like that

pinski · 08-23-2006, 11:43 AM

No way a blown V8 would sit under that hood as-is. That duct will take out probably 30% of current engine space and the LS7 is stuffed in there as is.

Stinky · 08-23-2006, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FallenPhoenix

I hate gaffs like that

That's what I was thinking.

**madmatt** · 08-23-2006, 02:37 PM

Looks like a photoshop of the normal Z06. I dun like it.

**jdv** · 08-23-2006, 02:40 PM

Why do they call a Corvette a supercar? It ISN'T a supercar, it's a sports car.

All Ford has to do is make a SVT/FR GT with a new $200 pulley and will be easy competition. Or unleash the Shelby Roadster

Cali Korleone · 08-23-2006, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jadesville

Why do they call a Corvette a supercar? It ISN'T a supercar, it's a sports car.

All Ford has to do is make a SVT/FR GT with a new $200 pulley and will be easy competition. Or unleash the Shelby Roadster

Or do nothing and laugh at GM for sinking further into debt as this car will make them no money.

**Therapist** · 08-23-2006, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jadesville

Or unleash the Shelby Roadster

that roadster if it was actually built in the form it was shown in would own nearly everything out there... especially if they built a coupe version of it.

Danre · 08-23-2006, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinky

That's what I was thinking.

x2

**stangman** · 08-23-2006, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jadesville

Or unleash the Shelby Roadster

has anyone heard anything about it possibly making it in production?

**Therapist** · 08-23-2006, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stangman

has anyone heard anything about it possibly making it in production?

now that the gt's done its either that or the GR1.

Ponyboyisaac · 08-23-2006, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sn98gt

now that the gt's done its either that or the GR1.

i hope its the roadster the gr1 was ok, but not that sexy.

**Therapist** · 08-23-2006, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Ponyboyisaac

i hope its the roadster the gr1 was ok, but not that sexy.

yea... I liked the all hand polished gr1, but not the finished painted one.

**menace** · 08-23-2006, 10:26 PM

I still don't see what the big deal about the Corvettes are. I may just have my head up my ass but in the end, it's still a Chevy.

**menace** · 08-23-2006, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackDahliaMurder

Jesus...Dodge and Ford have to come up with something better...

Why?

Who is smarter and has a better marketing plan?

Ford: Little less power from the factory but considerably cheaper than the Chevy/Dodge. HUGE aftermarket product lines including their own line of parts.

Chevy: High power but higher price. Significantly smaller aftermarket product lines.

I don't think there is any debate the 5.0L aftermarket is by far king at this point. I think Ford intended on the 4.6L crew jumping on board but the 4.6L had a lot of hurdles that slowed the climb. It's steadily increasing but it's just not there right now.

Also, I'm referring strictly to the Mustangs, Camaros, and TAs from the 90s to present day. I'm not including big blocks and things that weren't what you might consider factory; bolt-ons, power adders, etc.

Danre · 08-24-2006, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace

I still don't see what the big deal about the Corvettes are. I may just have my head up my ass but in the end, it's still a Chevy.

I'm starting to like them more and more. (Hate to stereotype) If you're 30+ and making nice money, it's a sweet deal. A car that handles nice, brakes good, is fast, and nicely priced. Looks, imho, are sexy too. And you can tour with it too. I'd rock one.

**madmatt** · 08-24-2006, 07:06 AM

Hell yes, I fully intend on getting a Vette someday when Im done with school/have a house. You CANNOT beat it for the money.

Faaip de Oiad · 08-24-2006, 07:11 AM

Evertime I see a C6 Z06, I WANT.

**madmatt** · 08-24-2006, 07:12 AM

Exactly, especially when you watch the 0-190 video and see how fast it does it...

Danre · 08-24-2006, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madmatt

Hell yes, I fully intend on getting a Vette someday when Im done with school/have a house. You CANNOT beat it for the money.

Exactly.

B00STED4V · 08-24-2006, 10:01 AM

that fucker looks sick! i'd buy that for a dollar

Stinky · 08-24-2006, 11:04 AM

At some point in my life I know I will have a Corvette especially since that's all my Fiancee ever talks about when it comes to cars, I'm gonna be one of those old dousches with one but I'll drive it fast sans popped collar and racing gloves.

JonJon · 08-29-2006, 08:00 PM

is that a transformer

**madmatt** · 08-29-2006, 08:06 PM

bumblebee...

08-23-2006, 11:00 AM	#1
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08-23-2006, 11:06 AM	#2
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