The Corvette Z06 represented the ultimate performance Chevrolet until the General Motors subsidiary resurrected the legendary ZR1, the most powerful production Corvette in history. Now the Z06 has made up ground on the über-Corvette thanks to the new 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. With a limited production of 500 units, this car is a must-have for the true Corvette collector and driving enthusiast," said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet General Manager.
Available in two colours: Inferno Orange or Supersonic Blue, the Z06 Carbon Limited Edition looks very similar to a ZR1, sharing the black headlamp surrounds and mirrors, as well as carbon-fibre spoilers and roof with its range-topping sibling. But one thing the Z06 Carbon Limited dition has that the ZR1 doesn't, is model-specific carbon fibre bonnet that is lighter then the ZR1's. Track-day enthusiasts will be glad to know that each car also comes with a set of race numbers.
The Carbon Limited Edition still makes use of the lightweight LS7 powerplant that does service in a regular Z06, a 7,0-litre V8 that produces 377 kW at 6 300 r/min and 638 N.m of torque at 4 800 r/min, but boasts Brembo carbon-ceramic disks and Magnetic Selective Ride Control for optimal performance. Michelin PS2 rubber wraps 19-inch Competition wheels up front and 20-inch pieces at the rear.
"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. For technical tracks like Laguna Seca, the Z06 Carbon could shave up to three seconds off the Z06 lap time," said Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer.
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