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Old 08-24-2005, 04:55 PM   #16
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Re: 505 hp Corvette Z06 pricing and what not

i assume someone here has taken the z06 out...?
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Old 08-24-2005, 05:17 PM   #17
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I found those pictures. The new C6's fenders remind me of the C3.

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Old 08-28-2005, 04:40 PM   #18
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The new Corvette Z06 employs monoblock six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers. Each piston utilizes its own pad. The opposing pistons operate in pairs, applying brake pressure equally to each side of the rotor. The extra-large 14-inch front rotors and 13.4-inch rears are vented and cross-drilled. Brake cooling ducts are capable of moving three times the amount of cooling air compared to the previous-generation Z06.



It also has a lightweight, yet strong, aluminum frame, combined with a magnesium roof structure and engine cradle. The total body structure weighs only 278 lbs., 136 lbs. less than the Corvette coupe. The structure is hydroformed to provide exceptional strength and dimensional accuracy. Torsional bending frequency exceeds 20 Hz, providing a highly rigid vehicle foundation.

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Old 08-30-2005, 09:59 AM   #19
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Now were talking!
Very impressive machine!
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Old 08-31-2005, 02:02 AM   #20
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Only 199 Corvettes were ordered with the Z06 package for the 1963 model year.

The Z06 package was Zora Arkus-Duntov's (he became the Corvette's chief engineer in 1955) way around the AMA's (Automobile Manufacturers Association) self-imposed ban on factory-supported racing that was announced on June 4th, 1957.

The Special Performance Package, known as RPO Z06 was created to market a turnkey racecar to the public. The Z06 option included unique dual circuit power brakes which included sintered metallic linings that were larger than the standard metallic linings, vented front and rear backing plates, larger finned brake drums (334.3 square inches of total sweep compared to 328 square inches), 24-blade cooling fans in the drums, self-adjusters that work going forward instead of the standard when backing (race cars spend little time in reverse).

The suspension modifications included heavy-duty rear transverse springs (seven-leaf rather than the stock nine-leaf), heavy-duty front springs, a one inch front anti-sway bar instead of the standard 7/8-inch one, and specially calibrated shock absorbers all around. A 36 gallon fuel tank that took up most of the area behind the seats and aluminum knock-off wheels were initially required as part of the package but were dropped from the list in January 1963. Besides the Special Performance Package, additional extra cost options were required before the package could be ordered. There was the 360 horsepower fuel-injected 327 cubic inch V-8 with solid lifters, a four speed manual transmission, and a posi-traction rear end. By the time you left the dealer you'd spent nearly seven thousand dollars. The Z06 option at $1,818.15 plus the other required options added $661.75 to the base price of $4,252.

The 1963 Z06 could only be ordered in the Coupe body style, just like today's Z06. The original Z06 cars were also limited production cars with only 199 being built in five production runs. The first cars were built for established racers such as Mickey Thompson. Six cars were built in October of 1962 and sold to the dealers that sponsored Corvette race teams. These cars were picked up at the factory in Saint Louis and driven on the road to California. Within weeks the Z06 had won its first race at Riverside (driven by Doug Hooper). The metallic linings, basically metal on metal had to be heated up for them to stop the car. Even then you never knew if the car was going to pull hard left or right depending on which brake warmed up faster. Once the brakes finally did get warmed and you got used to anticipating their behavior you were fine.

Chevrolet had a problem with the aluminum wheels holding air, the tires were tubeless and the wheels were porous. These wheels were never delivered on a customer ordered car until the middle of the 1964 production run. The Z06 option was only available in 1963 until the reintroduction of the 2001 model. Today it is estimated there are between 80 and 100 1963 Z06 cars remaining and the value of these cars has gone from the purchase price near $6,000 to the six-figure mark.











An unrestored 1963 Corvette Z06













- above pictures and information from Z06Vette.com, vetteweb.com, and corvettemuseum.com.

More Z06s







This Corvette Z06 was modified for further racing and featured side exhausts.



A modified Corvette Z06



I think the next generation Corvette should have a fixed roof like the C2 Corvette, but have space for a trunk.

Another Z06


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Old 09-02-2005, 07:49 AM   #21
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Re: Re: 505 hp Corvette Z06 pricing and what not

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beautiful automobiles, reversion to the 70s body style.... seems to be a popuar trend
Wow, I didn't notice until you pointed that out but now it seems obvious. There have been a lot of C3 design elements worked in to this car.
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Old 09-03-2005, 05:42 PM   #22
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The Corvette Z06 came back for 2001 after a 38-year absence. The C5 Z06 was a model instead of a package like the original 1963 Corvette Z06.

New LS6 engine for Z06

The new Z06 takes the term "performance" and raises it to a whole new level. At the heart of the Z06 is a new engine, the LS6, which delivers 385-hp and 385 lb-ft of torque. The LS6 is the only engine available for the Z06, and is not offered on other Corvette models.

The LS6 designation is another expression of appreciation for the accomplishments of earlier Corvette engineers. In 1971 Zora Duntov's team created a special 425-bhp (gross) big-block V8 for the Corvette - again with racing in mind. Despite the fact that only 188 Corvettes were sold with the LS6 engine, it occupies a special niche in Corvette legend.

The new LS6 is based on the 5.7 liter LS1, the standard engine in Corvette coupes and convertibles. Its aluminum block has been modified for better management of crankcase pressures and speedier return of oil from the upper part of the engine during highspeed operation. The engine also has a more aggressive camshaft profile to take full advantage of the additional air that Corvette's new intake manifold provides.

New high-compression cylinder heads (10.5:1 vs. 10.1:1 on the LS1) have improved porting to get this larger volume of air smoothly into the combustion chambers. The new heads are equipped with stronger larger volume of air smoothly into the combustion chambers. The new heads are equipped with stronger valve springs to handle higher rpms, and larger fuel injectors to provide a healthier shot of fuel.

Exhaust gas backpressure is relieved by Z06's unique less-restrictive titanium exhaust system. The new titanium system is 50-percent lighter than the stainless steel system it replaces. The LS-6 engine delivers 385 hp at 6000 rpm and 385 lb-ft at 4800 rpm.

Transmission

Unique to the Z06 is a new 6-speed transmission (M12) with more aggressive gearing to increase torque multiplication in almost every gear and allow for more rapid acceleration.

Suspension

The Z06 features a suspension system all its own - FE4. It is standard on the Z06, not available on other Corvette models. It features a larger front stabilizer bar, stiffer rear springs and revised camber settings - all calibrated with a bias toward maximum control during high-speed operation.

Special Z06-specific forged-aluminum wheels are an inch wider front and rear than those used on coupes and convertible.

New wider and stickier Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires were created for the Z06. They feature reduced mass, an asymmetric tread design for better grip on wet or dry surfaces, a more compliant sidewall and better wear characteristics for on-track durability.

The Z06's FE4 suspension and its new wheels and tires allow Z06 to take full advantage of the additional power available. During development testing Corvette engineers were able to generate racetrack speeds that improved Z06 performance by an average of 3-4 seconds per lap over last year's hardtop model on typical 2-mile closed-circuit road courses.

Weight Reduction

Mass-reduction efforts on the Z06 were particularly aggressive. In addition to its unique titanium exhaust and lighter wheel/tire sets, Z06 even has a thinner windshield and rear backlight. The Z06 option list is very short to maintain weight reduction gains. All told, Z06 holds the lightest test weight class position in the Corvette lineup. It is more than 36 pounds lighter than the former C5 hardtop, and 117 pounds lighter than the coupe and convertible.The Z06 receives several other refinements, inside and out, that help it to be more functional and/or serve to differentiate its appearance.

Appearance/Interior

On the outside, the center air inlets on the front fascia receive purposeful grilles. New air scoops on the rear rocker panels that funnel air to the rear brakes for better cooling are also unique to the Z06. New Z06-specific wheels are painted a light-gray metallic color. Z06 emblems are positioned on the front fenders, disc brake calipers are painted red, and the LS6 engine cover is red to differentiate it from the LS1.

Inside, the Z06 includes a unique instrument cluster with stylized graphics imparting a greater sense of performance and speed, as well as signifying the car's higher 6,500 rpm redline.

The Z06's solid-black leather-trimmed seating surfaces include additional side bolstering to hold driver and passenger firmly in place during high lateral load maneuvers, and the seats have Z06 logos embroidered into the headrests. An optional interior with Torch Red accents on the seat inserts, lower instrument panel and lower door panels is also available for Z06.



The 2002 Corvette Z06 was revised.

http://www.corvettemuseum.com/specs/2002/z06.shtml



The 2004 Corvette Z06 featured an improved chassis and the introduction of the Z06 Commemorative Edition.

The carbon fiber hood - only available on the Commemorative Edition version of the 2004 Z06 - weighs 20.5 pounds, 10.6 less than the standard hood, providing another measure of weight savings for a car that already enjoys a very potent power-to-weight ratio. Previously reserved for racing and exotic sports cars, carbon fiber combines extremely high strength and low weight. The inside hood panel is a hybrid of carbon fiber and Sheet Molded Compound (SMC).

Specifically developed for the Corvette, the Commemorative Edition Z06 hood achieves a higher level of exterior finish quality than previous automotive applications of carbon fiber. On most carbon fiber parts, the woven pattern of the material is easily seen beneath the exterior finish. To diminish that effect and preserve the rich LeMans Blue paint finish, on the Commemorative Edition Z06 the carbon fibers are aligned in a single direction. The only visual cue that the hood is made from carbon fiber is in the red border surrounding the silver graphic on the car, which is arranged in a woven pattern signifying the material that lies underneath. The overall result is a finish consistent with the rest of the car that gives just a slight hint at the carbon fiber construction.

Nurburgring-inspired chassis tuning

GM engineers have refined the Z06's shock damping characteristics to provide improved handling in the most challenging conditions, while maintaining good ride control for the demands of daily driving.

Continual analysis, development and refinement of the shock valves in particular resulted in more damping control and force, delivered more smoothly. This new tuning is aimed at diminishing the impact of yaw and roll on the car, particularly in quick, transient maneuvers such as "S-turns" or a series of tight corners.

"While the Z06 already had an excellent blend of extreme handling capability and surprising ride quality, we're never satisfied," Hill says. "The enhancements for 2004 provide a bit more poised and smooth response, connecting the car better to the driver's input, without the penalty of ride harshness."

These refinements are a result of extensive testing and development, including several high-speed test sessions at Germany's famed Nurburgring circuit. Corvette Z06 is one of only a precious few cars to have broken the 8-minute barrier for lap times at Nurburgring (7:56). Corvette testing at Nurburgring isn't just about raw speed, as the Z06 provides plenty of that. Engineers gathered important learning on tuning the chassis to enhance the poise, confidence and smoothness of response, attributes that are of great importance under the severe demands of a 14-mile course that has approximately 170 turns and virtually constant elevation changes.

"Nurburgring, at the extreme edge of the envelope, provides conditions that can't be easily duplicated anywhere else," says Hill. "But, even for the Z06, we spend considerable time ensuring we don't make adjustments that compromise the normal daily driving character of the car."







Lowered Z06



The Corvette C5-R has won over 40 races during the past several years in both privateer and factories efforts including the 2001 24 Hours of Daytona, three 1-2 finishes in GTS in 2001, 2002, and 2004, the American Le Mans Series, Belcar, and the FIA GT Championship.


































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Old 09-06-2005, 02:52 AM   #23
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The aluminum construction and magnesium fixed roof increase the Z06's bending stiffness 10 percent and torsional rigidity 15 percent over the base Corvette.

The assembler's signature of the LS7 is under the passenger side fuel rail cover towards the back/windshield, so you will have to remove the red fuel rail cover to see it.
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Old 09-10-2005, 10:19 PM   #24
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As I said before, the LS7 is built by hand.

check these articles about the LS7

LS7 link one

LS7 link two

Al Tomich assembling an LS7






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Old 09-18-2005, 01:10 AM   #25
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I think it is the best-looking Corvette since the 1967 Stingray.

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The new Corvette Z06 has the first 427 cubic inch V-8 since 1969. The original 427 was a big-block V-8 while the new LS7 is a small-block V-8.

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Re: 505 hp Corvette Z06 pricing and what not

I've read in many places that the dealers are adding about $15k onto the MSRP for the Z06.
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Some of the first pictures of the new Z06











427 cubic inch LS7

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The 1963 Corvette Z06 was built with racing in mind. A Z06 won a race at Riverside, California shortly after it went into production. Also, 1963 was the only year for the split-window.

The Z06-specific master cylinder is shown in the first picture.





This Z06 has the rare 36 gallon fuel tank.







2001 and 1963 models.








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