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(VIN:
1G1YY26W385113404), Jetstream Blue met.
tintcoat / Linen & black 2-tone leather, 6-spd. automatic trans
with
paddle shift, 21,400 miles, built 11/16/2007, in-service date of
11/16/2007, sold new in Louisville, KY, 6.2L 16V all-aluminium
LS3 SOHC V8 with sequential multi-port fuel injection and electronic
throttle, DME engine management system, hot film
mass airflow sensor, high flow cylinder heads, enhanced valve train,
high-flow intake manifold, larger bore block with structural
enhancements, bore x stroke: 4.06 in x 3.62 in, 10.7:1 compression
ratio, 430 hp. @ 6,000 rpm. & 424 ft.-lb. torque @ 4,600
rpm., OBD II certified, 3,217 lb. curb weight, dual exhaust with dual
3-way catalytic converters, independent front and rear
suspension with short/long upper & lower A-arms, aluminium control
arms, transverse mounted composite leaf springs, mono-
tube shocks and an anti-roll bar, power 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS,
Magnasteer speed sensitive ring & pinion power steering,
dual-stage front airbags with passenger defeat switch and 4-passenger
3-point seat belts, electronic traction control with active
handling and vehicle stability control, limited slip differential, grey
brake calipers, dual zone auto climate control, heated glass
rear window, power windows with one-touch up/down feature, full analog
gauges with digital driver info center oil life monitoring
system, fuel information incl. average speed, average fuel consumption,
instantaneous fuel consumption and range for remaining
fuel, tire pressure monitoring system, etc., dual zone auto climate
control with pollen filter, polished exhaust tips, active handling
& traction control (both defeatable), limited slip differential,
oil life monitoring system, remote keyless entry with pass-key II theft
deterrent system (2 keys / 2 remotes), electrochromic int. & ext.
mirrors with rear view mirror compass, Options:
(this vehicle is
heavily optioned incl. 3LT/NAV & Z51) - 6-spd. automatic trans.
with paddleshift, Z51 sport package (includes: larger cross-drilled
brake rotors, 2.73 rear axle ratio, the use of shorter ratios for the
transmission's first four gears, stiffer suspension rates and high-
performance tires), 3LT Preferred Equipment Group (includes: DVD NAV
system, BOSE premium sound system with in-dash 6CD,
RDS, MP3, XM satellite radio & OnStar, Heads up display, leather
wrapped power telescopic steering wheel with radio controls,
power heated sport seats (6-way driver) with perforated leather, driver
seat / outside mirrors / steering column 2-position memory
system, power telescoping steering column (manual tilt), HomeLink
universal home remote, side air bags, keyless-go pushbutton
start, bi-Xenon HID headlamps with automatic exterior lamp control,
parcel shade, luggage shade and cargo convenience net in
trunk, driving lamps, cruise control, intermittent wipers, remote trunk
and fuel door release, daytime running lights, driver and pass-
enger power & heated body color ext. door mirrors, electric trunk
pull down, cargo area light, driving lights in lower front fascia,
tinted heat reflective glass, luxury trim alloy & leather on gear
knob, alloy on doors and alloy look on dashboard, center console
cupholders and 12V power outlet, delayed/fade courtesy lights,
headlight control with time delay switch-off and dusk sensor, lock-
able glove box, illuminated entry system, colored crest center caps,
split 5-spoke silver aluminium 18x8.5 / 19x10 rims with
Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval run-flat tires (245/40-18f &
285/35-19r) with Tread Depth Measurements: DF: 7/32, PF: 7/32, DR:
8/32, PR: 8/32 (10/32 is new tire tread depth), 18 gallon fuel tank
capacity, EPA fuel economy rating of 16 mpg city / 26 mpg
highway, no oil leaks, no known or detectable paintwork, no open
recalls, completely original vehicle that is in as-new condition
inside and out, all books and manuals, all services performed,
carpeting and leather are like new, paint is virtually flawless, wind
shield excellent, 2 owners since new, never smoked in, clean AutoCheck
report, remainder of 5 year / 100,000 mile powertrain
limited warranty (until 11/16/2012 or 100,000 miles), aftermarket
warranty options are available, one of the nicest driven C6
Corvettes I've had, new MSRP of approx. $57,500.00.
New
for 2008:
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All-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine for Coupe and Convertible:
o 430 hp (321 kW)*
o 424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm)*
o 436 hp / 428 lb.-ft. (325 kW / 580 Nm)* with new, optional dual-mode
exhaust system
o High-flow cylinder heads
o Enhanced valvetrain
o High-flow intake manifold
o Larger-bore block with structural enhancements
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Improved manual transmission shift effort
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Quicker shift times on paddle-shift six-speed automatic
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2.73 performance axle ratio available with six-speed paddle shift;
included with Z51 package
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Improved steering feel
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Standard split-spoke cast aluminum wheel design for Coupe and
Convertible (Competition Gray finish optional)
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Available polished forged aluminum wheel design
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New Keyless Access remote key fob with integrated key
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Interior trim enhancements for all models, including wrapped center
trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents
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Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package available for all models in
exclusive, new Linen and Sienna colors
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New sill plates
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iPod/MP3 jack included on all sound systems except navigation
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OnStar and XM Satellite Radio standard on all models
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Auto-dimming mirrors with compass standard on all models
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Two new premium exterior colors: Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and
Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat
2008
CORVETTE: ICONIC SPORTS CAR RECEIVES LARGER, MORE POWERFUL LS3 6.2L V-8
AND HOST OF DRIVING, INTERIOR REFINEMENTS
Get comfortable.
There's so much new and exciting with the 2008 Corvette that you'll
want to grab a hot drink, sidle up to your computer screen and absorb
all the details.
The changes involve
everything from an all-new, larger and more powerful V-8 engine to
refinements in driving characteristics that solidify the Corvette's
position as the preeminent American sports car – and further the
argument that it is one of the world's best. There are also a host of
exterior and interior refinements that raise the Corvette's luxury
status and enhance the feeling of craftsmanship.
“Corvette is an
uncompromising sports car that rewards its owners with impeccable
performance and great comfort,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general
manager. “The changes and enhancements to the 2008 Corvette reflect
continual improvements that speak to Chevrolet's unflagging commitment
to building the best sports car – and with nearly 55 years of
experience, the Corvette just keeps getting better and better.”
Also back again for
'08 is the 505-horsepower Corvette Z06, an American super car that has
won over enthusiasts, journalists and racers around the world for its
balance of racetrack-bred performance, daily-driving civility and value.
Here's
a look at the new and enhanced features for '08 Corvette models:
Engine – A new, 6.2L
LS3 small-block V-8 is the standard engine in Coupe and Convertible
models. It is rated at 430 horsepower (321kW)* and 424 lb.-ft. of
torque (586 Nm)* with the standard exhaust system; with the new,
optional two-mode exhaust system, power ratings increase to 436 horses
/ 325 kW and 428 lb.-ft. / 592 Nm. As a result, the standard Corvette
is true supercar, capable of 190 mph. The LS3 with the six-speed
paddle-shift automatic is the fastest automatic-equipped Corvette ever,
with 0-60 mph capability of 4.3 seconds.
This new iteration of
the storied small-block family features a revised, larger-bore cylinder
block – 4.06-inch / 103.25 mm vs. the previous 6.0L's 4.00-inch /
101.62 mm bores – high-flow, LS7/L92-style cylinder heads;
larger-diameter pistons; revised camshaft and camshaft timing; revised
valvetrain with offset intake rocker arms; high-flow intake manifold;
high-flow fuel injectors from the Z06's LS7 engine; and a new engine
beauty cover.
The LS3 features an
aluminum cylinder block with cast iron cylinder liners. In addition to
its larger bores, which help create a 376-cubic-inch displacement, the
block casting also features revisions and machining in the bulkheads
that enhance its strength and improved bay to bay breathing. But while
the bore of the 6.2L engine is increased when compared with the
previous 6.0L engine, the engine's stroke remains at 3.62 inches (92
mm). The pistons for the larger 6.2L engine also are new and are
designed for its high-rpm performance capability.
Breathing for the new
6.2L engine is accomplished via new, high-flow cylinder heads. They're
based on the large port/large valve design found on the LS7 engine and
other GM L92 engines, with larger-capacity, straighter intake ports.
The design optimizes intake flow to the combustion chamber and the
exhaust ports are also designed for better flow.
Complementing the
larger-port design of the heads are commensurately sized valves. The
intake valve size alone increases from 2.00 inches (50.8 mm) to 2.16
inches (55 mm) – an increase of nearly 9 percent. The intake valves
feature lightweight hollow stems, which enable the engine's 6,600-rpm
capability. The exhaust valves also are large, measuring 1.60 inches
(40.4 mm) in diameter.
To accommodate the
engine's large valves and enable more direct intake port flow, the
intake-side rocker arms are offset 6 mm between the valve tip and the
push rod. Actuating the valves is a new camshaft, with intake-side
lobes providing more than a 5-percent percent in increase in lift, from
0.521-inch to 0.551-inch (13.25 mm to 14 mm). Exhaust-valve lift
remains unchanged from the LS2. The camshaft timing was revised to
optimize performance with the higher-lift intake cam profile.
Ensuring the cylinder
heads receive all the air they can handles falls to a new, acoustically
tuned intake manifold. The composite design is manufactured with a
“lost core” process that improves runner to runner variation and
reduces airflow losses. An acoustic foam material is used to reduce
radiated engine noise; it is sandwiched between the outer top of the
manifold and an additional “skull cap” acoustic shell. Also new beauty
covers atop the engine shield the rocker covers and also feature a
noise-reducing, acoustically tuned insert to provide a more refined
engine sound.
Exhaust system –
Optional on '08 Coupe and Convertible models is a new, two-mode
performance exhaust system. Similar in design and function to the
system used on the Z06, the dual-mode exhaust uses vacuum-actuated
outlet valves, which control engine noise during low-load operation,
but open for maximum performance during high-load operation. It is not
identical to the Z06 system; the Coupe/Convertible uses a
2.5-inch-diameter exhaust, while the Z06 uses a three-inch system.
With the new,
dual-mode performance exhaust, power output for Coupe/Convertible rises
from 430 horsepower (321 kW) and 424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm) to 436
horses (325 kW) and 428 lb.-ft. (580 Nm). This system gives the
Corvette a more aggressive exhaust sound character that will appeal to
performance enthusiasts.
Transmissions and axle ratios – The
shifting efforts for both the six-speed manual transmission and
paddle-shift six-speed automatic transmissions have been improved in
'08 Corvette models. The manual transmission shifting improvements
include a more positive and direct feel during gear changes, with
better gate-to-gate location.
The six-speed
paddle-shift automatic transmission on Coupe and Convertible is
improved with new hardware and a new controller calibration that
deliver quicker shifts. This change bolsters the feeling of performance
and driver control when using the shifting paddles.
Also new for '08
models is the availability of the 2.73 performance axle ratio with the
automatic transmission. It is included with the Z51 package.
Steering system – The Corvette's
precise rack-and-pinion steering system is revised to provide improved
feel at all speeds. The revisions are due to a new, premium machining
process of the system's internal components, a new, stiffer
intermediate shaft and controller calibration changes.
Wheels – Corvette Coupe and
Convertible models come with a new split-spoke wheel design for '08.
The design was introduced on the limited-edition '07 Indianapolis 500
Pace Car replicas with a Sterling Silver finish. The standard 18-inch
front wheels and 19-inch rear wheels feature a Sparkle Silver finish,
with a Competition Gray version optional.
Also new is a
distinctive, performance-oriented forged aluminum wheel for Coupe and
Convertible. It comes in a polished finish.
Exterior colors – There are two new
premium exterior colors available with 2008 Corvette models: Jetstream
Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat; they replace
Le Mans Blue Metallic and Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat.
Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package
– Available on Coupe, Convertible and Z06 models, the new Custom
Leather-Wrapped Interior Package offers a stylish, two-tone
leather-appointed cabin with details that enhance the feeling of
Corvette's craftsmanship. Details include:
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Two-tone, leather-wrapped upper and lower instrument panel, door pads
and seats
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Choice of new, exclusive colors: Linen or Sienna, with unique color
breakup
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Padded door panel armrests
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“Corvette” embroidered on passenger-side dash pad
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Embroidered crossed flags logo on headrests
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Unique center trim plate with Bias pattern.
Interior enhancements – All models
feature a new wrapped instrument panel center trim plate, with bright
surrounds for the shifter and cupholder. There are also new
metal-finish door sill plates that greet passengers as they step into
the vehicle, as well as a new lighted control knob for the available
Magnetic Selective Ride Control.
Feature changes and
enhancements – All Corvette models now come standard with features that
were previously optional or part of equipment packages. They include:
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OnStar with available Turn-By-Turn Navigation
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XM Satellite Radio
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Auto-dimming rearview mirrors (with compass)
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Audio input jack on all radio systems except navigation; Personal Audio
Link is available as a dealer-installed item with the navigation system.
The '08 Corvettes
also come with a new Keyless Access fob, which features the key and
remote-function controls integrated in a single unit.
Corvette design and interior details:
Dramatic fender forms
and exposed headlamps combine with the grille to create a strong visual
identity for the Corvette, while the tapered rear deck and fascia
improve high-speed performance. The lean rear design sports round
taillamps and center-exit exhaust. The fixed Xenon high-intensity
discharge headlamps provide superior lighting performance. With a 0.286
coefficient of drag, the Coupe models are the most aerodynamic
Corvettes ever.
The 2008 Corvette
Convertible features a power-operated soft top with the 3LT package; an
easy-to-operate manual top is standard. Both configurations use a
five-layer fabric that conceals the underlying structure for a good
top-up appearance, plus it helps preserve the car's excellent
aerodynamics and reduces road noise.
Corvette's interior
is inspired by the car's dual-cockpit heritage. High-quality materials,
craftsmanship and functionality help deliver premium quality meant to
enhance performance driving. The instrument panel and doors are covered
with cast-skin foam-in-place trim that looks like a leather-wrapped,
padded panel. It is warm and inviting and has double the life of
conventional trim materials.
An AM/FM/XM radio
with CD player and audio input jack is standard. An optional Bose audio
system with an in-dash six-disc changer adds to the choices available
to the audiophile owner. Steering-wheel mounted audio controls –
introduced in '07 – are included with the Bose premium system.
A full-function
OnStar system is standard and an onboard navigation system with voice
recognition is available. Using a 6.5-inch (165 mm) color touch-screen
display, the DVD-based system contains all the map data for the 48
contiguous states and most of Canada on one disc.
Driving
dynamics:
Corvette Coupe and
Convertible have a hydroformed steel rail backbone structure, which
features cored composite floors, an enclosed center tunnel,
rear-mounted transmission and aluminum cockpit structure. Suspension
cradles, control arms, knuckles, springs, dampers, bushings, stabilizer
bars and steering gear have all been redesigned. New Goodyear Extended
Mobility Tires (EMT) take advantage of the latest sidewall design and
compound technology for run-flat capabilities.
Three suspension
choices allow drivers to choose the setup that best suits their driving
style. The standard suspension is tuned for a balance of ride comfort
and precise handling. Corvette is now more poised at even higher
handling levels, yet easier to drive.
The optional Magnetic
Selective Ride Control suspension features magneto-rheological dampers
able to detect road surfaces and adjust the damping rates to those
surfaces almost instantly for optimal ride control. Cross-dilled brake
rotors are included when this feature is selected, allowing customers
to combine the larger brakes from the Z51 performance package with the
comfort of Magnetic Selective Ride Control.
The Z51 Performance
Package brings Coupe and Convertible performance very close to the
widely admired previous generation Z06. The Z51 offers more aggressive
dampers and springs, larger stabilizer bars, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar
EMT tires, enhanced cooling and larger cross-drilled brake rotors (13.4
inches / 340 mm in front and 13 inches / 330 mm in rear) for optimum
track performance while still providing a comfortable ride.
With each suspension,
three standard dynamic chassis control systems – anti-lock braking,
traction control and Active Handling – operate in concert. In all, the
dynamic chassis control systems are smarter, less intrusive and more
adept at making the total driving experience precisely what drivers
have come to expect from their Corvette.
Picks: This Corvette coupe is excellent to the point of almost new inside and out, really no road rash on the paint and the
interior carpet and seats look almost new, engine compartment is excellent - always garaged, no scrapes or dings in the
body, the windshield and glass are excellent, even the floormats are clean, both keys, serviced, recent tires and bone stock
with low mileage, the only real pick as that two rims have minor knicks / marks that are cosmetic only, some loose service
records with the full history in the dealer computer, driven Corvettes don't get much better!, new color, great options and
remaining power train warranty - a lot of car for the money, nothing else to reasonably fault.
Numerical Condition Evaluation:
(1 denotes Very Poor / Item needs replacement, 10 denotes Excellent / Showroom New)
PAINT: 9.5
BODY: 10
CONV. TOP: N/A
RIMS: 7.5
TIRES: 7.5
WINDSHIELD / GLASS: 9.5
LEATHER: 9.5
INT. CARPETING: 9.5
SERVICE RECORDS / OWNERSHIP HISTORY: 8
*Vehicle is located
at BMI - more information or photographs are available upon on request.
While every reasonable effort has been made
to ensure the
accuracy of the above data, mistakes regarding hp ratings, options,
etc. can be made. I have also done my best to be very
honest and very
critical about the cosmetic and mechanical condition of this vehicle.
Of course, it is not possible to pick-up on every single
detail or flaw.
Please keep expectations realistic as this is a pre-owned vehicle, and
I have personally found blemishes on brand new
undriven vehicles. If
you are an exceptionally detailed oriented person, please contact me to
verify any information directly, and I will do my
best to specifically
photograph anything you request and to answer any of your questions to
the best of my ability.
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