2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Continues to Bring the Track Back to the Showroom
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.”
“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.
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 dynamic design and reduce mass and aerodynamic lift. For track events, customers can also choose to install the Euro-styled racing numbers that come with each car.
The Z06 Carbo boasts Brembo® carbon ceramic brakes with specific dark gray metallic calipers. These 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, a first for the Z06, and enhanced cooling equipment.
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, logoed headrest and a special carbon pattern engine cover. The suede enhancements on the steering wheel, shifter, seat inserts, armrests and doors add to the luxury of this limited edition Z06.
For the ambitious racer, an optional Z07 performance package, that includes the mechanical upgrades introduced on the Z06 Carbon, can be added to any 2011 Z06 model. This package also includes Competition Gray 20-in. spoke wheels and all the chassis and cooling upgrades.
The CFZ Z06 carbon fiber package, which includes black carbon fiber rockers, splitter and roof panel with the full-width body color spoiler, can also be purchased, with or without the Z07 package, on all 2011 Z06 models.
The 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition, as well as the new Z07 and CFZ packages will be available in late summer, 2010.
2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Continues to Bring the Track Back to the Showroom. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition...
2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Continues to Bring the Track Back to the Showroom.