Shurshot

Found on another forum..........



2010-03-10
GM Press Release

DETROIT -- When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.

“Designed to further incorporate technology developed through racing, the Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first race in the 24 Hours of LeMans,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet General Manager. “With a limited production of 500 units, this car is a must-have for the true Corvette collector and driving enthusiast.”

The Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is another example of the expanded Corvette line-up. Five years ago, customers had the choice of a Corvette coupe or convertible. With the addition of the Z06, Grand Sport coupe and convertible and ZR1, Corvette enthusiasts now have more choices than ever.

“For track use, the Z06 Carbon is the best balanced Corvette yet. It combines the lightweight and naturally-aspirated Z06 engine with the road-holding and braking of the ZR1,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer. “For technical tracks like Laguna Seca, the Z06 Carbon could shave up to three seconds off the Z06 lap time.”

This limited edition Z06 will boast Brembo carbon ceramic brakes with specific dark gray metallic calipers. These powerful brakes were first introduced on the ZR1. Black 20-spoke 19-inch front/20-inch rear wheels complement the car’s Michelin PS2 tires. Other mechanical features include Magnetic Selective Ride Control for the first time on the Z06 and enhanced cooling. The car also features a special carbon pattern engine cover.

The Corvette Z06 Carbon will be available in two colors: Inferno Orange and the all-new Supersonic Blue. Black headlamps and mirrors, a ZR1-style body color spoiler, body color door handles, carbon fiber raised hood, and black carbon fiber rockers and splitter enhance the Z06’s dynamic design and reduce mass and aerodynamic lift. For track events, customers can also install the Euro-styled racing numbers that come with each car.

The Z06 Carbon’s ebony leather and suede interior is complemented by blue or orange seat stitching to match the exterior color chosen. Other features include a unique steering wheel emblem, sill plate and logoed headrest. The suede used on the steering wheel, shifter, seat inserts, armrests and doors add to the luxury of this limited edition Z06.

An optional Z07 performance package that includes the mechanical upgrades introduced on the Z06 Carbon can be added to a regular 2011 Z06. This package also includes Competition Gray 20-spoke wheels and all the chassis and cooling upgrades.

The CFZ Z06 carbon fiber package includes black carbon fiber rockers, splitter and roof panel with the full-width body color spoiler. It can also be purchased with or without the Z07 package on regular Z06 models.

The 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition, as well as the new Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages will be available in late summer.

Shurshot

IMO the above best describes the available upgrades for the 2011 ZO6. Everything performance wise that the new Z gets comes from the ZR1 and will be available to all....... Not just the fortunate few that will pay a hefty tariff to be the first on the block with a limited production corvette.

I was hoping for the Z to get a small bump in power in addition to the body/chassis enhancements........ oh well

Doug

GOLD72

Thanks for finding and posting this!!!!

hcvone

Thanks for the info.

teds427

Pictures and story,

http://www.caranddriver.com/news/car...os_and_info%20

WhiteDiamond

Anyone know what the new blue is close to in terms of past Corvette blues? I think this info shows the C7 project is underway, as GM seems to running out of ways to continue selling the C6 package. This one should sell okay with 20K off MSRP.

IndyPacer

It kind of disappoints me that the exclusiveness of the ZR1 features will now be available to other models. I don't know for sure what their marketing guys are thinking, you are going to have a $100K + ZO6/7?

Beechdoctor

So GM is simply putting an LS7 in the ZR1 with stock design ZO6 CF front quarters and minor computer revisions to the handling system to compensate for the lighter curb weight. This is an expected model revision with virtually no engineering expense for the "carbon edition".

Alternatively to ZO7, GM could have named it the ZR .9

They can always sell 500 units of any "new" limited edition. It will be intersting to see how many buyers will opt for a $100K ZO7 and not just go all out for the $120K ZR1. Six figure prices will continue to make both models relatively rare animals.

I'll still take the King of the Hill myself.

Beechdoctor

It is still desperate times for Corvette. If it was not the pinnacle of the GM brand, Corvette would likely have been scuttled away just like the Cadillac CTS that shared the BG assembly plant a year ago.

Under the current market conditions...GM marketing will do anything to sell a few extra cars. Business is still business and they have to do what ever they can to keep the line running.

Whatever the reasons, I too am a bit disapointed that the ZR1 is being watered down, but Hey! we still have the clear hood window!

Kappa

Don't know why some of you guys are disappointed. Other manufacturers cannibalize parts from their top cars all of the time. Especially Porsche. You might think the rarity will decrease but the real car people know you still have a ZR1. Just like the Z06 vs the GrandSport.

ST Graveyard

Hasn't it been like this for the past 20 years? Think of the C4 ZR1. All new body panels. A year later, all regular C4's had the same look (a little less wide and the rear brake light was positioned somewhere else). Another year later the standard C4 output went to 300HP and the ZR1 sales dropped like a rock.
I don't understand the strategy at all ...

RichieRich

Wow, 2 whole pictures! The rest are of the regular Z.

GOLD72

The only way I would buy this package for a Z06 would be if it was equally discounted as is the underlying Z06. Otherwise, you might as well buy the real thing (i.e. ZR1) which can be had for $7k off sticker.

Racer

King of the hill? With these new models/options your so called "king of the hill" is going to be an also, also, also ran, if your happy with no better than third or 4 place in the performance numbers, good on ya.

GOLD72

I just read the C&D article and now understand that there are two separate RPOs that can be added if you don't get the limited production Carbon Edition. I might be interested in the mechanical upgrade package (Z07) if added to a heavily discounted MY2011+ base Z06.

The_Hulk

I like the Carbon Z06, but I thinking I'll still end up buying a ZR1. Considering the price of the Carbon Z06, I feel like I might as well just get a ZR1 and I'll have more colors to choose from. I also like the carbon fiber roof and the ZR1's exhaust note.

I would definitely like to see what the suede interor looks like in the Carbon Z06. If it's nice, I want GM to add that as an option for the ZR1. I would also like to see the ZR1's rim in black (like they are for the Carbon Z06).

vette6799

Where did you find pricing?

IndyPacer

There wasn't any anounced but a top of the line ZO6 is around $85K and those brakes are a $10K option on some imports so if you add in the CF skirting, F55 ect it will surely push $100K

The_Hulk

I was assuming that it'll cost between 90-100K. That's not taking into account that if there's a good demand for the 500 Carbons there will probably be a dealer markup.

Andy66FL

here you'll find the (only ?) two available pics as wallpapers