Although Chevy also revised the interior of the Corvette for 2005, its theme remains loyal to that established by the C5. Build
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| Build quality and material selection are better than in any other Vette that has rolled off the production line in Bowling Green, Kentucky. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
quality and material selection, however, are reportedly better than in any other Vette that has rolled off the production line in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Almost all C6 interior surfaces provide a pleasant tactile experience, which nicely complements the visual reward served up by the outstanding gauge cluster in the performance-oriented cockpit. Prominently placed directly ahead of the driver is a wonderfully large analogue tachometer, twinned by a matching speedometer. Each of these bright, easy-to-read units is flanked by two smaller analogue gauges, measuring fuel, oil pressure, coolant temperature and volts. Climbing aboard the C6 has been made easier by a more vertical windscreen design and a repositioned header above the windscreen. Once the derriere finds a resting spot, the driver becomes effectively coupled to the seat with the use of adjustable side bolsters that hug tighter than Aunt Maude on New Year's eve. With the
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| Unless under hard acceleration, the two-valve-per-cylinder pushrod LS2 small-block V8 goes about its business with reasonable civility. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
seatbelt snugged and a left foot braced firmly against the solid dead pedal, the Corvette becomes an extension of its driver's body, uniting man, mind and machine in the common pursuit of extraordinary performance. That performance begins with the push of a dash-mounted button. Firing up the Corvette's brute of a powerplant is accompanied by the obligatory deep-throated growl of American performance iron. Unless under hard acceleration, the two-valve-per-cylinder pushrod LS2 small-block V8 goes about its business with reasonable civility. But open it up and its inescapable, intimidating guttural roar will rattle the knees of import worshipers.
