Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
10-03-2015, 10:24 AM
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Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
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Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
Hockenheim, Germany – October 3, 2015 – This weekend's ADAC GT Masters Season Finale was the backdrop for the unveiling of Callaway Competition's new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R. Following a brief presentation to media and invited guests, the successor of the C6-based Callaway Z06.R GT3 was displayed to the public for the first time on October 3, 2015 at the Hockenheimring in Germany.
Constructors of GT race cars since 1990 and based in Leingarten Germany, Callaway Competition possesses a wealth of experience, technical know-how and a broad network of specialized professional partners. These elements were crucial to conduct such a large undertaking.
After nearly two years of comprehensive planning, intensive development and expert fabrication of vehicle components, Callaway Competition completed the first C7 GT3-R just a few weeks ago. Its striking design comes as a result of the collaboration between Canadian designer Paul Deutschman and team owners Giovanni Ciccone and Ernst Wöhr. Mike Gramke, Uwe Hoffmann, Florian Möhring and Andre Zanke were also heavily involved in the vehicle’s development. Rüdiger Geckler coordinated the delivery of all components and the detailed assembly work was taken on by Herbert Schürg. All of these people played a key role and are acknowledged for their hard work and dedication.
The result is a GT3 racer built to meet all FIA rules and regulations. Powering the Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R is a Chevrolet-based 6.2L V8 engine producing 600 horsepower, mated to an X-Trac 6-speed sequential gearbox with paddle-shift technology. Having put the C7 GT3-R through its paces, the development team is proud to report that it surpasses its predicted performance.
The new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R's will take to the track starting in 2016, competing with the world's fastest GT cars in a variety of racing series worldwide. The first C7 GT3- R to be campaigned by Callaway Competition's in-house race team is sponsored by Whelen Engineering of Chester, Connecticut, manufacturers of premium quality warning and signaling devices.
"We wanted to set another milestone in our company’s history with our new design, developing and constructing a future-proof vehicle that will be produced from 2016 and used for many years to come. As a small, privately owned team, we knew from the outset that approaching a project of this magnitude would be very daring. Therefore, first and foremost, we have to thank our employees and partners who have made it possible to finally set the C7 GT3-R on its wheels. Everyone has given more than 100% and we truly can’t thank them enough. We can be proud of our performance to date and are confident we will be rewarded with good results in the many races ahead," said Ernst Wöhr and Giovanni Ciccone, managing partners of Callaway Competition.
About Callaway Cars – Callaway Cars Incorporated is an automotive engineering and manufacturing corporation specializing in high performance applications. Founded in 1976, the corporation's four core business units include Callaway Cars, Callaway Carbon, Callaway Engineering and Callaway Competition with facilities in California, Connecticut and Germany. The organization produces specialty vehicles, engineering services, and performance products that showcase technological sophistication, artistry in design, and beauty in craftsmanship.
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Mike Vendetto
Callaway Cars Inc.
3 High Street
Old Lyme CT 06371
860 501 3792 mvendetto@callawaycars.com
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Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
Hockenheim, Germany – October 3, 2015 – This weekend's ADAC GT Masters Season Finale was the backdrop for the unveiling of Callaway Competition's new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R. Following a brief presentation to media and invited guests, the successor of the C6-based Callaway Z06.R GT3 was displayed to the public for the first time on October 3, 2015 at the Hockenheimring in Germany.
Constructors of GT race cars since 1990 and based in Leingarten Germany, Callaway Competition possesses a wealth of experience, technical know-how and a broad network of specialized professional partners. These elements were crucial to conduct such a large undertaking.
After nearly two years of comprehensive planning, intensive development and expert fabrication of vehicle components, Callaway Competition completed the first C7 GT3-R just a few weeks ago. Its striking design comes as a result of the collaboration between Canadian designer Paul Deutschman and team owners Giovanni Ciccone and Ernst Wöhr. Mike Gramke, Uwe Hoffmann, Florian Möhring and Andre Zanke were also heavily involved in the vehicle’s development. Rüdiger Geckler coordinated the delivery of all components and the detailed assembly work was taken on by Herbert Schürg. All of these people played a key role and are acknowledged for their hard work and dedication.
The result is a GT3 racer built to meet all FIA rules and regulations. Powering the Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R is a Chevrolet-based 6.2L V8 engine producing 600 horsepower, mated to an X-Trac 6-speed sequential gearbox with paddle-shift technology. Having put the C7 GT3-R through its paces, the development team is proud to report that it surpasses its predicted performance.
The new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R's will take to the track starting in 2016, competing with the world's fastest GT cars in a variety of racing series worldwide. The first C7 GT3- R to be campaigned by Callaway Competition's in-house race team is sponsored by Whelen Engineering of Chester, Connecticut, manufacturers of premium quality warning and signaling devices.
"We wanted to set another milestone in our company’s history with our new design, developing and constructing a future-proof vehicle that will be produced from 2016 and used for many years to come. As a small, privately owned team, we knew from the outset that approaching a project of this magnitude would be very daring. Therefore, first and foremost, we have to thank our employees and partners who have made it possible to finally set the C7 GT3-R on its wheels. Everyone has given more than 100% and we truly can’t thank them enough. We can be proud of our performance to date and are confident we will be rewarded with good results in the many races ahead," said Ernst Wöhr and Giovanni Ciccone, managing partners of Callaway Competition.
About Callaway Cars – Callaway Cars Incorporated is an automotive engineering and manufacturing corporation specializing in high performance applications. Founded in 1976, the corporation's four core business units include Callaway Cars, Callaway Carbon, Callaway Engineering and Callaway Competition with facilities in California, Connecticut and Germany. The organization produces specialty vehicles, engineering services, and performance products that showcase technological sophistication, artistry in design, and beauty in craftsmanship.
Press Contact
Mike Vendetto
Callaway Cars Inc.
3 High Street
Old Lyme CT 06371
860 501 3792 mvendetto@callawaycars.com
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arturox2 (10-04-2015)
10-03-2015, 10:52 AM
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so what's that 6.2L motor based on?
10-03-2015, 11:23 AM
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Beautiful car. Current Z06 owners should note the air inlet construction - taking air directly from the very high pressure area immediately above the splitter and "fencing" the inlet with sharp vertical panels to provide high volume, high pressure air to the face of the radiator. Looks like a very well engineered design. I am going to predict that this is the direction GM will go to solve the overheating issue, if Callaway or some other enterprising enthusiast doesn't beat them to the punch with an aftermarket front fascia with similar features.
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10-03-2015, 12:28 PM
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Now that looks awesome!!! This is the type of car Callaway would temp me with if they offered for sale as a road car! Keep the fenders (best part) and fascia updates and do something with the side skirts (since you'd drop the side exhaust for a street car probably) and this would be the PERFECT C7 follow-up to the classic C4 aerobody and C12 cars. 
10-03-2015, 02:30 PM
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WOW! Awesome, great job.
10-03-2015, 03:25 PM
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I'm speechless, Chris! What a BAD *** car!! 
Callaway Competition GMBH has a long-term partnership with APP Racing Engines, so I'd guess that this company is at least involved. Note their logo in the right upper corner of the "clock" on one of the pictures.
I too wonder if the "old" LS platform is used or the recent LT platform. It might be mixed technology a la the PME C7.R.
Below is a short video of the C6Z one of their customers.
Callaway Competition GMBH has a long-term partnership with APP Racing Engines, so I'd guess that this company is at least involved. Note their logo in the right upper corner of the "clock" on one of the pictures.
I too wonder if the "old" LS platform is used or the recent LT platform. It might be mixed technology a la the PME C7.R.
Below is a short video of the C6Z one of their customers.
10-03-2015, 03:57 PM
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BUILD ROAD CARS LIKE THIS!!!!!! 
Stunning dose not do this justice! Apprisate that the wheel arches and side skirts can't be as big on a road car. But you could tone them back slightly to make a truly STUNNING car.
Stunning dose not do this justice! Apprisate that the wheel arches and side skirts can't be as big on a road car. But you could tone them back slightly to make a truly STUNNING car.
10-03-2015, 04:04 PM
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
Hockenheim, Germany – October 3, 2015 – This weekend's ADAC GT Masters Season Finale was the backdrop for the unveiling of Callaway Competition's new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R. Following a brief presentation to media and invited guests, the successor of the C6-based Callaway Z06.R GT3 was displayed to the public for the first time on October 3, 2015 at the Hockenheimring in Germany.
Constructors of GT race cars since 1990 and based in Leingarten Germany, Callaway Competition possesses a wealth of experience, technical know-how and a broad network of specialized professional partners. These elements were crucial to conduct such a large undertaking.
After nearly two years of comprehensive planning, intensive development and expert fabrication of vehicle components, Callaway Competition completed the first C7 GT3-R just a few weeks ago. Its striking design comes as a result of the collaboration between Canadian designer Paul Deutschman and team owners Giovanni Ciccone and Ernst Wöhr. Mike Gramke, Uwe Hoffmann, Florian Möhring and Andre Zanke were also heavily involved in the vehicle’s development. Rüdiger Geckler coordinated the delivery of all components and the detailed assembly work was taken on by Herbert Schürg. All of these people played a key role and are acknowledged for their hard work and dedication.
The result is a GT3 racer built to meet all FIA rules and regulations. Powering the Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R is a Chevrolet-based 6.2L V8 engine producing 600 horsepower, mated to an X-Trac 6-speed sequential gearbox with paddle-shift technology. Having put the C7 GT3-R through its paces, the development team is proud to report that it surpasses its predicted performance.
The new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R's will take to the track starting in 2016, competing with the world's fastest GT cars in a variety of racing series worldwide. The first C7 GT3- R to be campaigned by Callaway Competition's in-house race team is sponsored by Whelen Engineering of Chester, Connecticut, manufacturers of premium quality warning and signaling devices.
"We wanted to set another milestone in our company’s history with our new design, developing and constructing a future-proof vehicle that will be produced from 2016 and used for many years to come. As a small, privately owned team, we knew from the outset that approaching a project of this magnitude would be very daring. Therefore, first and foremost, we have to thank our employees and partners who have made it possible to finally set the C7 GT3-R on its wheels. Everyone has given more than 100% and we truly can’t thank them enough. We can be proud of our performance to date and are confident we will be rewarded with good results in the many races ahead," said Ernst Wöhr and Giovanni Ciccone, managing partners of Callaway Competition.
About Callaway Cars – Callaway Cars Incorporated is an automotive engineering and manufacturing corporation specializing in high performance applications. Founded in 1976, the corporation's four core business units include Callaway Cars, Callaway Carbon, Callaway Engineering and Callaway Competition with facilities in California, Connecticut and Germany. The organization produces specialty vehicles, engineering services, and performance products that showcase technological sophistication, artistry in design, and beauty in craftsmanship.
Press Contact
Mike Vendetto
Callaway Cars Inc.
3 High Street
Old Lyme CT 06371
860 501 3792 mvendetto@callawaycars.com
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Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R World Debut at Hockenheimring
Hockenheim, Germany – October 3, 2015 – This weekend's ADAC GT Masters Season Finale was the backdrop for the unveiling of Callaway Competition's new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R. Following a brief presentation to media and invited guests, the successor of the C6-based Callaway Z06.R GT3 was displayed to the public for the first time on October 3, 2015 at the Hockenheimring in Germany.
Constructors of GT race cars since 1990 and based in Leingarten Germany, Callaway Competition possesses a wealth of experience, technical know-how and a broad network of specialized professional partners. These elements were crucial to conduct such a large undertaking.
After nearly two years of comprehensive planning, intensive development and expert fabrication of vehicle components, Callaway Competition completed the first C7 GT3-R just a few weeks ago. Its striking design comes as a result of the collaboration between Canadian designer Paul Deutschman and team owners Giovanni Ciccone and Ernst Wöhr. Mike Gramke, Uwe Hoffmann, Florian Möhring and Andre Zanke were also heavily involved in the vehicle’s development. Rüdiger Geckler coordinated the delivery of all components and the detailed assembly work was taken on by Herbert Schürg. All of these people played a key role and are acknowledged for their hard work and dedication.
The result is a GT3 racer built to meet all FIA rules and regulations. Powering the Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R is a Chevrolet-based 6.2L V8 engine producing 600 horsepower, mated to an X-Trac 6-speed sequential gearbox with paddle-shift technology. Having put the C7 GT3-R through its paces, the development team is proud to report that it surpasses its predicted performance.
The new Callaway Corvette C7 GT3-R's will take to the track starting in 2016, competing with the world's fastest GT cars in a variety of racing series worldwide. The first C7 GT3- R to be campaigned by Callaway Competition's in-house race team is sponsored by Whelen Engineering of Chester, Connecticut, manufacturers of premium quality warning and signaling devices.
"We wanted to set another milestone in our company’s history with our new design, developing and constructing a future-proof vehicle that will be produced from 2016 and used for many years to come. As a small, privately owned team, we knew from the outset that approaching a project of this magnitude would be very daring. Therefore, first and foremost, we have to thank our employees and partners who have made it possible to finally set the C7 GT3-R on its wheels. Everyone has given more than 100% and we truly can’t thank them enough. We can be proud of our performance to date and are confident we will be rewarded with good results in the many races ahead," said Ernst Wöhr and Giovanni Ciccone, managing partners of Callaway Competition.
About Callaway Cars – Callaway Cars Incorporated is an automotive engineering and manufacturing corporation specializing in high performance applications. Founded in 1976, the corporation's four core business units include Callaway Cars, Callaway Carbon, Callaway Engineering and Callaway Competition with facilities in California, Connecticut and Germany. The organization produces specialty vehicles, engineering services, and performance products that showcase technological sophistication, artistry in design, and beauty in craftsmanship.
Press Contact
Mike Vendetto
Callaway Cars Inc.
3 High Street
Old Lyme CT 06371
860 501 3792 mvendetto@callawaycars.com
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Very cool for Corvette racing!
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10-04-2015, 09:20 PM
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Damn, look at all that beautiful Carbon Fiber.
10-04-2015, 10:07 PM
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Wow to the Callaway team
