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Help Benefit Kids Wish Network & Enter to Win TWO 'Vettes!

20 Nov 2009 06:05:03 PST

Written by Ryan Esler
However, with such a huge demand for this program, KWN needs your help! I encourage you to donate - not only will your donation help children nationwide but it will also enter you to win TWO Corvettes. 2009 Hero Edition Corvette ZR11967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Enter to win now by sim...

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Reuss Changes GM's Global Engineering Strategy, Hopes for RWD Chevys, Buicks

19 Nov 2009 22:11:17 PST

There's "nothing irrelevant" about a relatively lightweight, low-cost, fuel-efficient rear-wheel-drive sedan, he says. This is a clear reversal of the attitude GM executives had toward rear-wheel drive before the company's bankruptcy, and potentially, finally, a reversal of GM'...

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2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

19 Nov 2009 08:11:00 PST

It's still an absolute performance bargain.I didn't come close to exploring the limits of the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport that I had for the weekend. For that, I'm quite sure I'd need to visit a racetrack. As it was, our bright red Corvette coupe with shiny chrome wheels attracted ple...

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C3 Transmission Swap - Grabbin' New Gears, Part 2

17 Nov 2009 04:11:00 PST

We test drive a Keisler T45-RS-equipped C3 CorvetteLast month I spoke about Keisler Engineering's new 5-speed transmission that had just been released for the C3 Corvette, the T45-RS, which is based on the Borg-Warner T-45 that was used from 1996-2001 in high performance passenger ca...

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Building Speed: Inside GM's Performance Build Center

11 Nov 2009 14:11:23 PST

The handbuilt engines from PBC will eventually land in one of three Corvette models. For the ZR1, thereâ€™s the supercharged, 638-horsepower LS9. Z06 â€˜Vettes are powered by the 7.0-liter, 505-horsepower LS7. The 430-horsepower LS3 engine of the manual coupe Corvette Grand Sport is Wi...

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The Dueling Duo: Corvette Grand Sport vs BMW M3

11 Nov 2009 06:16:51 PST

Written by Ryan Esler
1. Both share V8 engines that output over 400 horsepower. 2. Both have rear-wheel drive to support with acceleration performance. 3. Both cost nearly the same in price. (M3 - $59,975; Grand Sport - $55,720) Acceleration (sec) BMW M3 Corvette Grand Sport

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Chevrolet Corvette news and blogs - November 22, 2009

22 Nov 2009 00:00:01 PDT

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit Chevrolet Corvette news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.

• 1954 Corvette, generation-bridging resto -- from Corvette Fever Blog
• The Ten Cars That Scare The Crap Out Of Us -- by Matt Hardigree from Jalopnik: top
• Corvette, RPO CSC -- from Corvette Fever Blog
• 2010 Shelby GT500 -- by Wes Siler from Jalopnik: jalopnik reviews
• 1959 Chevrolet Corvette - Rhapsody In Blue -- from Enthusiast Brand Corvette Fever
• Red Tag Sale on 2009 Corvettes -- by Bill Connell from Corvette Blog
• 2008 FIA GT3 Driver Champion - Over There -- from Enthusiast Brand Vette
• 2009 Chevy Corvette C6.R - Currents -- from Enthusiast Brand Vette
• C3 Transmission Swap - Grabbin' New Gears, Part 2 -- from Enthusiast Brand Corvette Fever
• 2010 Superformance Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Racecar Official Revealed -- by noreply@blogger.com (Connie) from CAR NEWS

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Driven: 2010 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

29 Oct 2009 00:10:00 PDT

No limits for the new midline Vette.In 1962, Corvette chief engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov initiated a program to develop a lightweight racer to compete against Carroll Shelby's Cobras on the track. The Grand Sport Corvettes would weigh about 2000 pounds and draw power from a 377-cubic-inc...

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EXCLUSIVE: 800HP Lingenfelter Twin Turbo-Powered Specter Werks Corvette GTR

28 Oct 2009 13:15:00 PDT

Written by Ben Wojdyla
Featuring dramatic bodywork and carbon fiber details, the GTR blends racing-inspired design cues with uncompromising luxury and performance. The Specter Werkes/Sports GTR package is available on all C6 Corvette models, including the base coupe and convertible, the Z06 and ZR1. The n...

Original story at Jalopnik . Related stories include: An Impressive Sight - Corvette , Spectre Werkes New GTR Corvette - Enthusiast Brand Super Chevy

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Corvette ZR1 Race Car Crashes At Watkins Glen

06 Oct 2009 18:30:00 PDT

Written by Ben Wojdyla
As of last knowledge, he's already looking for another ZR1 to replace this one. Gary comes to the track with his 'East Coast Racing Team', which is comprised of an E92 M3 (fully modded engine and suspension) a Widebody 350z 'vert (Supercharged) and a CLK 63 Black Series...

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Opinion: How We Built A 638 HP LS9 Engine For A Corvette ZR1

01 Oct 2009 12:00:00 PDT

Written by Ben Wojdyla
The back engine cover compete with rear main seal and the front engine cover are then installed In the next station, the first step is to lay down RTV sealant beads at the front and rear covers. It's then dropped onto the supercharger, torqued down, then covered with a cardboard guard.

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2009's Best Driver's Car: An Introduction

17 Aug 2009 23:08:00 PDT

As you'd expect, it's a mix of sports cars, sports coupes, and sports sedans. Some would seem to have obvious power or chassis advantages over the others. But each would be judged on its merits as a driver's car, and not just ranked according to its performance numbers.

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Tom Henry Racing 2010 Camaro & Grand Sport Corvette Returns - The Buzz

17 Aug 2009 18:11:13 PDT

Not to be upstaged by the likes of relative newcomers to late-model GMs, Tom Henry Racing will be making its own version of the 2010 Camaro. Those who remember the special edition 2002 Tom Henry SS will not be disappointed by its latest variant, built entirely in-house at the Bakerstown, PA...

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Opinion: Stingray Concept: Transformers Corvette A High-Tech Hybrid Super Car

13 Aug 2009 10:59:05 PDT

Written by Ray Wert
Achieving the design took a mix of materials that Corvettes are used to seeing as part of their make-up. The concept utilizes advanced composite materials — no new thing for Corvettes, as Richard Pinto, Creative Designer on interior trim told us, aseven the first generation utilized com...

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How To: Corvette Book Guide - The Top Shelf, Volume Four

05 Aug 2009 04:08:00 PDT

Essential reading for Corvette enthusiastsWhat's on the Shelf this time? Plenty, if you're a restorer, Vette Rod builder, or if you need reference and tutorial information in easy reach on your shop's bookshelf. Photo Gallery: Corvette Book Guide - Essential Reading For Vette Enthusi...

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How To: GM Corvette TPI L98 Step by Step Injector Swap Video Guide (10 min. video)

18 Apr 2009 00:23:05 PDT

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Author: tvr2120 Keywords: Corvette fuel injection injector swap GM350 TPI Bosch Lucas Rochester Added: April 17, 2009

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How To: Corvette ZR1 test drive on Cars-Club.com

07 Mar 2009 11:47:23 PST

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this is small video about how to controll the sound of the exhaust... Author: CarsClub Keywords: ZR1 corvette c6 cars-club.com test drive review fast race exhuast UAE Abu Dhabi cars sport supercar super chevy Added: March 7, 2009

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Opinion: Jeremy Clarkson's Car of the Year: the Corvette ZR1

28 Dec 2008 17:01:00 PST

Written by Jonathon Ramsey
Feel free to read that headline as many times as necessary, but yes, it's true: Clarkson-san wrote "Out of nowhere, my car of the year," the Corvette ZR1. The man who pooped on the spearhead of electric cars has given an American high horsepower pushrod V8 the gold and glory. And this is after c...

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Top Gear Reviews Dodge Challenger, Corvette ZR1, Cadillac CTS-V...And They Like Them!

09 Nov 2008 15:30:00 PST

Written by Ray Wert
Review:"This is made by two fat blokes in Kentucky." "I'm starting to like this Corvette...it isn't the power, it's the surprise of the power. When you're driving a Ferrari Enzo, you're expecting it. This though, it's quiet, it's comfortable, it's beautifullyair-conditioned...so you're simp...

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Opinion: 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: First Instrumented Test Results

10 Oct 2008 01:38:44 PDT

Written by caranddriver.com(noreply@blogger.com)
How many times have you read the words “the best Vette yet” in a car magazine? Well, you’re about to read them again. It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Chevrolet’s iconic and extremely well-rounded Corvette, as evidenced by the seven straight 10Best trophies it’s earned since 2002. And w...

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Opinion: GM Employee Pricing Slashes Sticker Of 505 HP 2008 Corvette Z06 By $10,000!

21 Aug 2008 06:40:00 PDT

Written by Ray Wert
GM's recent decision to re-offer employee pricing on all new vehicles brings the 505 HP Corvette Z06 down to an astonishing base price of $62,653. Normally, these type of incentives don't include high horsepower and halo cars, but according to the boys at Kicking Tires, GM will include bo...

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Podcast: Celebrating the Corvette Nation Part 2

27 Aug 2007 21:00:00 PDT

A no-holds-barred burnout in a brand new Corvette Z06. How you can trick out your new Corvette without violating your warranty. Can lemonade tell you how much horsepower a supercharged Corvette has? Reeves Callaway purveyor of high end C-16 is our guest

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Autoblog Podcast #64

03 May 2007 09:01:00 PDT

Written by Dan Roth
Filed under: Podcasts, Coupes, Sedans/Saloons, Sports/GTs, Supercars, Chevrolet, Hyundai We're back with #64 after being laid low by illness and schedule last week. Starting it off is some analysis of the 430HP LS3 Corvette, which we were lucky enough to see unveiled in Bowling Green,...

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Podcast: Merger Mania

25 Feb 2007 21:00:00 PST

What do you think? Will it come down to GM-Chrysler Inc.? How about Silverados with Hemis, or the new Challenger with an LS6 small block? XM and Sirius is another proposed merger, but will either of these marriages even get to the business altar? Blue Devil Corvette joyride: security breac...

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Podcast: Minivan Miscues

04 Sep 2006 21:00:00 PDT

Co hosts Fred Staab and Les Jackson discuss what manufacturer is getting out of the Minivan business and crossing over into something a bit different. Who is the winner of the max mileage marathon? We'll tell you who squeezed out the best MPG in this contest... I'm going to the big D and I do mean D...

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Podcast: Corvettes at Carlisle Hour 1

28 Aug 2006 21:00:00 PDT

Fred and Les are Live from Carlisle Pennsylvania where they are waist deep in a sea of fiberglass, surrounded by over 5000 Corvettes old and new. Cruise Control gets the behind the scenes inside story on new Corvette developments. Corvette Chief Engineer Tom Wallace talks about what it is l...

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