And when does C5 production end? Seems like I read somewhere that C6's will be available to the public in the Spring. This would mean shutting down C5 production early next year to support the transition right?




[Modified by bub, 9:13 PM 11/29/2003]

 

they start production in april :chevy

 

My understanding is July.

 

dave hill stated at carlisle the rollout for the C-6 coupe was april. he could be wrong but i doubt it. july is the normal date for changeover but they want the C-6 out early. they know with the C-6 comming the demand for the C-5 is going to fall off early. :chevy


[Modified by clem zahrobsky, 1:34 AM 11/30/2003]

 

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That makes sense july will be simply too late and the C5 sales would continue to dry out......... :rolleyes:

 

the factory tours are shut down now to install the new equiptment to build the C-6.

 

Does this mean C5 build is already shut down (there haven't been any updates to the C5 production timeline since 11/14 recently on the C5 Registry site)? Or is C5 production continuing thru some date in early spring in parallel with the C6 change-over??? Has the last C5 already been built non-ceremoniously?:U

Confused.

:skep:


[Modified by bub, 3:45 PM 12/6/2003]

 

I read here that C6s wouldn't hit the streets until next October, which indicates a full model year of C5 production and a changeover in July. Isn't that when year-to-year changeover occurs?

As for Spring, I believe that's when engine specifications and the interior will be unveiled.

People who have put down deposits, when did dealers say you could expect to get your cars?

.Jinx

 

Unless they are giving us a bunch of :bs
Build out order dates for the C5 is end of april. 4wks till production would be end of May. June - ??? for line change overs. And the letter to the dealers said see them last Quarter of 04

 

I saw that date as well. Didn't GM also start the C5 build and hold several weeks of the initial build C5s in various lots and storage centers?

 

I find this believable as to production dates and deliveries. The dealership I placed a deposit with said it sounds right.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=693388

 

C6 Information released to dealers 10/17/03

America's Performance Icon is set to continue its 50-plus year legacy. Over the course of eight successful C5 model years (1997-2004), we've witnessed the Corvette reach world-class status in both performance and quality. And now, a sixth generation Corvette nears its introduction and looks to further the outstanding reputation that the Corvette name has established over the years.
The C6 will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Start of production is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2004, with vehicles arriving in-dealership in the fourth quarter of 2004.
As we approach both introduction and launch, please stay tuned as we will provide critical information to you as soon as it's available.
What will be the estimated price range of the 2005 Corvette?
The product will be priced competitively in the High Sport Segment and will continue Corvette's tradition of high performance per dollar.

Who is the target customer for the 2005 Corvette?
As always, sports car enthusiasts of all ages.

When will the 2005 Corvette be revealed?
An example of the vehicle will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Greater L.A. Auto Show will also feature a C6 on display after the Detroit reveal.

Is the new Corvette a retro design?
No, but like all Corvettes, it will be classic and timeless in design.

What models will be available for the 2005 Model Year?
Both coupe and convertible models will be available for the 2005 model year. Coupes are scheduled to arrive at dealerships during the fourth quarter of 2004, with convertibles available shortly thereafter.

When will a Z06 version of the sixth-generation Corvette be available?
The Z06 model will be available for the 2006 model year.

How large is the next-generation Corvette?
Interior room and cargo room will be similar to the C5 with a more efficient exterior package.

What engine will the 2005 Corvette have under the hood?
It will boast a Gen IV V8. Specifications will be available in the first quarter of 2004.

What is the horsepower of the Gen IV V8?
Horsepower will be increased from today's 350 horsepower LS1. Specifications will be available in the first quarter of 2004.

What transmissions will be available?
Both manual and automatic transmissions will be available.

What is the level of change on the C6 versus C5?
The sixth-generation Corvette will feature all new body, interior, suspension and powertrain.

What new features can we expect to see on the 2005 Corvette?
An example of the vehicle will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Greater L.A. Auto Show will also feature a C6 on display after the Detroit reveal. Beyond that, we are not in a position to reveal any further details about the vehicle or our plans for it.

Does the new Corvette maintain pop-up headlamps?
The C6 will have a higher-performance fixed high-technology lighting system. More details will be available after the unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

How much commonality is there between Corvette and the Cadillac XLR?
Both cars are built off GM's Performance architecture. However, all visual interior, exterior, powertrain, chassis development, performance and pricing are different. The Corvette remains a performance sports car while the XLR competes in the Luxury roadster segment (Jaguar XK8, Mercedes SL). They are two totally different cars.

Does the XLR affect the number of Corvettes produced?
No, Corvette production will be comparable to today's levels. The Cadillac XLR has a dedicated assembly line separate from the Corvette.

When is the start of production (SOP) for the 2005 Corvette?
Production is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2004 at Bowling Green Assembly in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

How many Corvettes will be manufactured?
We have the capacity to produce approximately 35,000 Corvettes annually for the global markets, with 32,000 to 33,000 of them for the North American market.

When will vehicles be available in Chevrolet dealerships?
We anticipate 2005 Corvettes to arrive in-dealership during the fourth quarter of 2004.

How will dealer allocation and units per dealer be determined?
Dealer allocation will be communicated the first quarter of 2004 and specific dealer unit detail will be communicated the second quarter of 2004.

When will the first consensus and Dealer Order Submission occur?
The first consensus for the 2005 model year Corvette will occur in April 2004, with Dealer Order Submission Process (DOSP) beginning in May.

What is required to be a certified Corvette dealer?
Certification requirements will be communicated the fourth quarter of 2003.

The Chevrolet dealers who attended the business meetings in Las Vegas last month had a chance to see the all new C6!

 

Great news, the C6 will get the full 32 to 35K production run right out of the box unlike the C5 which was limited to around 9700 units in 97. I think that bodes well for availability and less chance of dealer mark ups.

Tom

 

it didn't say that.

That is the same number as current. So 1st year production will be shortened by the shorter year. Normally production starts in July. This years will start in Oct? So reduce it by at least 25% maybe a 25k 04 model year at it's best.

Most of the snow birds will get 'em just in time to store it. :smash:

 

It says production will begin in the third quarter of 2004. July is in the third quarter.

 

So is Sept :D

If they started in July Why would they wait until Oct or later to sell them?

 

From my knowledge the C5 will start to build out in March or April...They will begin building the C6 at the end of December 03 and January 04...Actually for a couple of months both the C5 and C6 will be built at the same time...

 

As they did with C5, I expect they'll hold C6s in lots until production issues are worked out, in an attempt to maintain Corvette's reputation for initial quality.

.Jinx

 

I'm told I can convert my deposit to an order in April/May and to expect delivery in October/November. That's about 6 months between order placement and delivery, but I'm expecting initial production to be a little slow, anyway.