2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible

Breaking news to all fans of the Corvette—Three choice updates released on January 12, 2012:

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible

First, a Convertible Z06 will finally be made, appropriately dubbed the Corvette 427 Convertible. It is a blend of parts from other models, specifically the carbon-fiber front fenders from a Corvette Z06 and the hydroformed steel frame rails of the Corvette Grand Sport. Being a unique model, it will be serialized like the exclusive ZR1 with a specific VIN sequence. Of course, it’s equipped with the world-class 505-bhp 7.0-liter V-8 (that’s 427 cubes) fitted to the Z06’s 6-speed manual transaxle, and comes standard with Magnetic Ride Control and a wheel/tire package in ZR1 sizes (unique wheels are part of the package, but the chrome ones direct from the ZR1 parts bin are optional). A curb weight of 3355 lb. is listed in the 427’s specifications, as are expected performance numbers of 3.8 seconds to 60 mph and 11.8 seconds for the quarter mile. Its top speed is a hairdo-destroying 190 mph. Strangely, it is not being introduced at the Detroit Auto Show; instead, it’s debuting on January 21 at the Barrett Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale Arizona, where it will be auctioned off, with proceeds from the sale benefiting the Drive to End Hunger. Expect this most extreme Corvette convertible to cost about $100,000 when it arrives at dealers this summer.

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible

Second, a 60th Anniversary package to pay tribute to the Corvette’s 60th year of production. Neatly, this happens to coincide with the 100th Anniversary of Chevrolet. While the 100th Anniversary package is black on black, the 60th Anniversary Corvette is white with blue trim, and is available on all models, even the newly introduced 427 Convertible.

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible

Third, Chris Perry, vice president, global marketing and strategy for Chevrolet, is quoted as saying, “The 2013 model year will be historic for Corvette, marking its 60th Anniversary and the final year for the current C6 generation.” So look for an all-new seventh-generation Corvette to arrive in 2013 as a 2014 model.

Articles Source : roadandtrack