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Chevrolet Corvette C6 - Price, Specs and 360° Interactive

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Chevrolet Corvette C6 - Key Specifications

Chevrolet Corvette C6 Specifications

Specification	Details
Type	Sports Car Coupé / Convertible
Released At	2004 North American International Auto Show
Built At	Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA
Engine	6.0 L LS2 V8 / 6.2 L LS3 V8 / 7.0 L LS7 V8 (Z06) / 6.2 L Supercharged V8 (ZR1)
Position	Front-Engine, Longitudinal
Aspiration	Natural (LS2, LS3, LS7) / Supercharged (ZR1)
Block Material	Aluminum Alloy
Valvetrain	OHV, 2 Valves per Cylinder
Fuel Feed	Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection
Displacement	5967 cc / 364.1 in³ (LS2) / 6162 cc / 376.0 in³ (LS3) / 7011 cc / 427.8 in³ (LS7)
Bore	101.6 mm / 4.00 in (LS2 & LS3) / 104.8 mm / 4.13 in (LS7)
Stroke	92 mm / 3.62 in (All Engines)
Compression	10.9:1 (LS2) / 11.0:1 (LS3) / 11.0:1 (LS7)
Power	298 kW / 400 hp (LS2) / 321 kW / 430 hp (LS3) / 377 kW / 505 hp (LS7) / 476 kW / 638 hp (ZR1)
Specific Output	67 hp per liter (LS2) / 70 hp per liter (LS3) / 72 hp per liter (LS7)
BHP/Weight	288 bhp per tonne (LS3) / 361 bhp per tonne (ZR1)
Torque	542 Nm / 400 lb-ft (LS2) / 575 Nm / 424 lb-ft (LS3) / 637 Nm / 470 lb-ft (LS7)
Top Speed	299 km/h / 186 mph (LS3) / 330 km/h / 205 mph (ZR1)
0 – 60 mph	4.2 seconds (LS3) / 3.4 seconds (ZR1)
0 – 100 km/h	4.4 seconds (LS3) / 3.5 seconds (ZR1)
Body / Frame	Hydroformed Aluminum with Composite Body Panels
Driven Wheels	RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Wheel Type	Forged Alloy Wheels
Front Tires	245/40ZR18
Rear Tires	285/35ZR19
Front Brakes	Ventilated Discs with 6-Piston Calipers (Z06 & ZR1)
Rear Brakes	Ventilated Discs with 4-Piston Calipers
Front Wheels	45.7 x 22.9 cm / 18 x 9 in
Rear Wheels	48.3 x 27.9 cm / 19 x 11 in
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring and Monotube Shocks
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone with Transverse Composite Leaf Spring and Monotube Shocks
Curb Weight	1480 kg / 3263 lbs (LS3) / 1520 kg / 3351 lbs (ZR1)
Weight Distribution	51 % Front / 49 % Rear
Wheelbase	2686 mm / 105.7 in
Length	4435 mm / 174.6 in
Width	1844 mm / 72.6 in
Height	1247 mm / 49.1 in
Transmission	6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy (Combined)	12.4 L/100 km or 19 mpg-US (LS3) / 15.7 L/100 km or 15 mpg-US (ZR1)
Fuel Capacity	68 liters or 18 gallons

Some Interesting Chevrolet Corvette C6 Facts

Chevrolet Corvette C6 Price Specifications

First Corvette with Exposed Headlights Since 1962 – The C6 was the first Corvette since the C1 to ditch pop-up headlights, giving it a sleeker, more aggressive look and improving aerodynamics.

LS2 and LS3 Engines Offered – Early models came with a 6.0L LS2 V8 (400 hp), while later models (2008+) got the 6.2L LS3 V8, pushing up to 436 hp with the performance exhaust.

Z06 Introduced Lightweight Aluminum Frame – The C6 Z06 (2006–2013) featured a 7.0L naturally aspirated LS7 V8 with 505 hp, and used an aluminum chassis and carbon fiber components, making it incredibly light and track-ready.

Top Speed Over 300 km/h – Even the base C6 could exceed 180 mph (290 km/h), and the Z06 and ZR1 models were capable of over 310 km/h (193+ mph), putting them in supercar territory.

First Corvette with Keyless Access and Push-Button Start – The C6 modernized the interior with keyless entry, push-to-start ignition, and improved materials, bridging the gap between muscle and modern luxury.

C6 ZR1 Was the Most Powerful Corvette at the Time – Introduced in 2009, the ZR1 used a supercharged 6.2L LS9 V8, producing 638 hp, making it the fastest production Corvette ever at its launch.

Improved Handling and Ride Comfort – The C6 introduced Magnetic Selective Ride Control (optional), which adjusted the suspension in real-time, making it more adaptable for street and track use.

Convertible and Coupe Both Available – The C6 was available as a removable-roof coupe (Targa) and a fully powered soft-top convertible, giving buyers performance and open-air flexibility.

Best Aerodynamics Yet for a Corvette – With a drag coefficient of just 0.286, the C6 was the most aerodynamic Corvette to date, aiding in both top speed and fuel efficiency.

Built for Both Track and Street – Whether it was the Grand Sport, Z06, or ZR1, the C6 generation had versions tailored for everyone—from daily drivers to hardcore track enthusiasts.

Chevrolet Corvette C6 Price

The C6 Corvette marks the dawn of the modern ‘Vette—a LS-powered, refined sports car that’s finally hitting its stride as a future classic. In Europe, low-mileage manual coupes and Z06/ZR1 models are leading the price surge, while automatics remain bargains.

1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)

Base Model (LS2/LS3 V8, 2005–2013)

High-Mileage (>100k km) Auto: €18k – €25k(Budget €5k for deferred maintenance—leaky seals, worn suspension.)

Well-Maintained (50k–100k km) Manual: €30k – €45k(LS3 (2008+) models command €5k+ premium over LS2.)

Collector-Grade (<30k km): €50k – €70k+(2013 "427 Convertible" or low-mileage Grand Sports.)

High-Performance Models

Z06 (2006–2013, 7.0L LS7): €55k – €90k(2009+ with dry-sump preferred—early heads need €10k upgrades.)

ZR1 (2009–2013, Supercharged LS9): €100k – €150k+(The "King C6"—only 4,600 built globally.)

2. Key Factors Affecting Value

✅ Provenance Wins

Original EU Delivery: +10% (avoids import tax surprises)

Complete Service History: Critical for LS7/ZR1 engines

✅ Money-Making Options

6-Speed Manual: +€8k over automatic

Magnetic Ride Control: +€3k (if functional)

Two-Tone Interior (4LT): +€5k

⚠️ Critical Watch-Outs

LS7 Valve Droop (Z06): Requires €10k+ head work

Carbon Ceramic Brake Wear (ZR1): €20k+ to replace

HUD Malfunctions: €1.5k fix for failing projectors

3. Where to Buy in the EU?

Official Channels

Corvette Specialist Dealers (Germany/Netherlands)

Classic American Imports (UK, but Brexit complicates EU sales)

Private Sales

Mobile.de / Autoscout24(Filter for LHD and manuals)

Corvette Forum EU Classifieds

Pro Tip: Avoid US imports without EU compliance papers—homologation can cost €10k+.

4. Market Trends

📈 Manual LS3/Z06 Models Rising Fast

2011+ Grand Sports up 20% since 2022

ZR1s now €150k+ for <20k km examples

⚠️ Trap Warning

"Garage Queens" often need €5k+ in rubber/seal replacements

Cloned Z06/ZR1s—verify with GM VIN decoder

5. Must-Do Checks

🔧 Mechanical:

LS7 Cylinder Head Inspection(Borescope for valve guide wear)

Clutch Fluid Reservoir(Dirty fluid = slave cylinder issues)

Differential Leaks(C6 rear ends seep fluid over time)

📄 Paperwork:

GM Global Connect Report(Proves factory spec)

Import VAT/Tüv Papers(Critical for EU registration)

Fun Fact: The C6’s fixed headlights (first since 1962!) saved 3.6 kg over pop-ups—but fans still debate the change.

C6 Buying Cheat Sheet