Hi there,

In the market for my first corvette and could use a little information. Does anyone know a source to find out the following?

Differences each year on the C6
Also Differences in the Z06 model 2006 going forward
What the 1LT, 2LT etc packages came with each year

Thanks a bunch,

Brian

 

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1563694469-post5.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1572068640-post2.html

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1573895954-post1.html

Would take too much effort to give you the differences between 1Lt & 2LT & 3Lt for every year. There's also a 4LT for some years. Get it narrowed down to 1 or 2 years and one model and it's doable. Differences are not the same every year.

 

Thanks, those posts helped alot.

How about the differences between an 06, 07 and 08 Z06?

 

Z06 light'est Vette built-highest NA HP/torq Vette-only Vette with 427 engine.

2006-lightest of all production year Z06's. Each year grow tad bit weight. (all still under 3200 I think) Most all '06's have had recall done for roof delamination. (I think some early 2007's also affected by recall) If you consider this year make sure recall was done. (If not, if it was going to be a problem I'm sure it would have by now) No major issues.

2007-Some early models affected by roof recall (I think). Steering wheel stereo controls added this year (I think) Two tone seats appeared. (I think) I think half shafts/diff may have been updated in '07 as well.

2008-I think 3LZ option pkg appeared in '08. I think dry sump got larger (two different years got larger to present 10.5 qt)

 

I would just say that you should get an '08 or newer as it has the bigger engine.

 

Just buy the '08.

 

I would love to get an 08 but the 06 and 07's are more in my price range.

Regarding the bigger engine in 08, aren't they all the same Ls7 427?

 

'06,'07, and'08 Z06's are all LS-7's with 505hp. '05, '06, and '07' coupes or vert are Ls-2's with 400 hp. '08 and newer coupes and verts are LS3's with 430 hp(436 with optional dual-mode exhaust).

 

Z06's are the same size. I believe that poster must have meant the LS3 in 08 was bigger than in past years.

 

I gotcha, thanks for the info guys

 

So if I can find a sweet deal on a low miles 2006 Z06 I wouldn't be missing much from not buying a 2007 or 2008 right?

 

I would say that's a fair statement.

 

A LS7 is a LS7, but for '08 all manual Vettes got the upgraded TR 6060 trans and upgraded steering. Here's a list.

Changes for 2007 Corvettes

Exterior Color:

83U Atomic Orange Metallic Tintcoat (a bright chromatic orange), replaces Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic
GM mailed every dealer the new color selection with an actual chip of the new color. It is MUCH brighter and lighter than Daytona Sunset Orange Metallic!!!

Interior:

Two-tone Modified Seats (perforated leather seating surface) with crossed flag embroidery and contrasting stiching.
Available in 026 Red, 316 Cashmere, 846 Titanium
Available on Coupe and Convertible with 2LT or 3LT equipment packages

UK3 Steering-wheel mounted audio controls included with Bose premium audio systems (US9/U3U)

Larger glovebox storage space

UE1 OnStar now available on Z06 with 2LZ equipment group

Enhanced acoustic package reduces road noise and is included with Z06 2LZ equipment group

Bose audio enhancements

New keyless access transmitter with integrated mechanical key

CM7 Power convertible top is now included with Convertible 3LT equipment group

Cross-drilled brake rotors now included with F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control

Note:
A. Console Lock eliminated
B. New fob delayed, probably until 2008

Per AnotherYellow, 8/8/06

Underhood Light Deleted

5-Yr/100,000-mile powertrain warranty

Dec. 06 – Eliminated the coupe rear hatch lid pulldown handle
Per siffert

OP said specifically he wasn't interested in a new car, but just because some here mentioned the 08, here are the changes for the 08 model year.

Changes from 2007 C6 to 2008 C6

Deletions **************************************** ********************************
(19U) LeMans Blue Metallic exterior color
(80U) Monterey Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(LS2) 6.0L V8 SFI engine
New Features **************************************** ****************************
(85U) Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat exterior color
(89U) Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat exterior color (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG6) 5-split spoke silver painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QX1) 5-split spoke Competition Gray-painted aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
(QG7) 5-spoke forged polished aluminum wheels (Coupe and Convertible only)
4LT Coupe equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
4LT Convertible equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
3LZ Z06 equipment group with Custom Leather Wrapped Interior Package available in (245) Sienna or (425) Linen interior trim (Not available at start of production)
(LS3) 6.2L V8 SFI engine with 430 HP and 424 lb-ft of torque (Coupe and Convertible only)
(GU2) 2.73 rear axle ratio, performance, limited-slip (Coupe and Convertible only with [MX0] automatic transmission; Included with Z51)
(NPP) Dual-mode performance exhaust, increases horsepower (+6 HP) (Coupe and Convertible only)
Changes **************************************** **********************************
(U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models
(UE1) OnStar is now standard on all models
(DD8) Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror with compass is now standard on all models
(DD0) Auto-dimming, power, heated, body-color outside mirror is now standard on all models
Improved steering feel
Improved manual shift efforts on (MN6) 6-speed manual transmission
Improved paddle shift automatic with quicker shift on (MX0) automatic transmission
New wrapped console trim plates (Cyber pattern standard, Bias pattern with 4LT or 3LZ)
Audio input jacks for external input devices now on (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and (US9) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer
New brushed aluminum interior accents
Bright trim around shifter and cupholders
New sill plates with metal finish
New keyless access fob with integrated key
(83U) Atomic Orange exterior color changed from Metallic Tintcoat to Premium Metallic
New lighted switch on (F55) Magnetic Selective Ride Control

 

If you want an authoritative reference publication go to the corvette museum website and buy the Corvette Black Book. It has every detail you could want for every Corvette ever made. Great resource and updated annually.