All that braking power I spoke of earlier is due to standard 325 mm (12.8 inch) diameter by 32 mm (1.26 inch) thick front and 305 mm
(12.0 inch) diameter by 26 mm (1.0 inch) thick rear rotors, power assisted and ABS enhanced, of course. The Performance upgrade improves these to 340 mm (13.4 inch) diameter by 32 mm (1.26 inches) thick discs up front and 330 mm (13.0 inch) by 26 mm (1.0 inch) rotors in the rear, but once again, don't get this package unless you're spending ample time on the track.
And that, at least for me, isn't an option. Sure I have a lot of opportunities to test various cars out on some of the most challenging racetracks in the world, from Honda Civic Sis and Subaru WRX STIs to Ferrari F430s and Porsche Carrera GTs, but if I were to lay out cash for a Corvette convertible it would be to enjoy the highways and byways of my local community, wind through the hair and sun in the face.
I had that opportunity towards the end of the week, by the way, when the clouds parted and the top immediately came down. And that guttural exhaust note I mentioned previously? Yes, it sounds all the better al fresco.
Specifications:
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| All that braking power I spoke of earlier is due to standard 325 mm(12.8 inch) diameter by 32 mm (1.26 inch) thick front and 305 mm (12.0inch) diameter by 26 mm (1.0 inch) thick rear rotors, power assistedand ABS enhanced, of course. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
And that, at least for me, isn't an option. Sure I have a lot of opportunities to test various cars out on some of the most challenging racetracks in the world, from Honda Civic Sis and Subaru WRX STIs to Ferrari F430s and Porsche Carrera GTs, but if I were to lay out cash for a Corvette convertible it would be to enjoy the highways and byways of my local community, wind through the hair and sun in the face.
I had that opportunity towards the end of the week, by the way, when the clouds parted and the top immediately came down. And that guttural exhaust note I mentioned previously? Yes, it sounds all the better al fresco.
Specifications:
- Price Range (estimated MSRP): $79,905 - $90,470
- Body Type: 2-door convertible
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 400-hp, 400 lb-ft of torque, 6.0L, OHV V8
- Transmission: 6-spd manual (optional 6-spd auto with manual mode)
- Performance (estimated 0 - 100 km/h): 4.2 seconds
- Brakes: disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 1,479 kg (3,261 lbs)
- Weight Distribution (front/rear): 51 / 49 percent
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,435 / 1,844 / 1,246 / 2,686 mm (174.6 / 72.6 / 49.1 / 105.7 in)
- Cargo Capacity (top up/down): 295 L (10.5 cu ft) / 144 L (5.1 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (estimated combined city/hwy): 10.7 to 10.2 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Audi TT Roadster, Chrysler Crossfire SRT6 Roadster, Dodge Viper SRT-10, Ford Mustang Convertible, Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG / SL55 AMG, Nissan 350Z Roadster, Porsche Boxster / 911 Convertible
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
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