2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 in Ft Worth, Texas

Vehicle Description

When Chevrolet introduced the C6 Z06 in 2006, they had three magical numbers that would ring true with Bow Tie enthusiasts all over the world: 427. This modified 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is nothing short of a weapon, both on the track and on the street, and you won't find a faster car for less cash anywhere.

This particular Velocity Red Z06 remains in excellent condition throughout, suggesting careful ownership since it was new. With only 20,518 miles, it has been driven only on sunny days, and its well-preserved condition bears this out. Red was obviously a popular Z06 color in 2008, and if you like your Corvettes to talk the talk as well as walk the walk, this one is for you. 1402 Z06s were built in this color, and it's easy to understand why because the sucker looks ferocious just sitting still. It has never been damaged or hit, and every single panel and every square inch of paint is as it was applied in Bowling Green. The Z06 enjoys wider wheel flares that give it a low, menacing stance as well as a custom front fascia with a special air intake between the headlights. The effect is subtle, but nobody will mistake a Z06 for a garden-variety Corvette. It does show some very minor signs of use, because it's impossible to resist driving this car, but if you want one to drive, this is a fantastic choice (we'll tell you why in a moment).

As with the exterior, the interior of the car is in superb shape, with only very light signs of use. For all its race-inspired functionality, the Z06 is designed to be a daily-drivable high-performance vehicle. To that end, comfort and convenience are held to a very high standard. HID headlights, fog lamps, leather seating, dual-zone air conditioning, cabin air filtration and a heads-up display (HUD) with track mode and g-meter are standard. The Z06 gauge cluster displays the Z06 logo on the 7000-redline tachometer and has readout on the oil pressure gauge to reflect the higher standard pressure of the dry-sump oiling system. The seats feature two-tone leather surfaces, with Z06-logo embroidery and contrasting red stitching. The lone modification is a few carbon fiber details on the dash which actually look pretty cool.

The real drama is under this 'Vette's skin. That 427 cubic inch V8 is no joke, and with its aluminum construction, it weighs several hundred pounds less than the legendary 427s of the '60s, while extracting more performance than ever before. Additional weight-saving measures include a magnesium engine cradle, and balsa wood/carbon fiber floors. Upgrades include a custom intake manifold, upgraded camshaft from Texas Speed, Comp Cams rockers, and titanium pushrods, so you know this sucker loves to rev. All told, it cost nearly $20,000 to get it to this level, but after you drive it, you'll know it was money well-spent. The rear-mounted 6-speed transmission gets its own set of gears that are designed for the output and power curve of the LS7 engine, and includes a pump that sends transmission fluid forward to be cooled in a dedicated heat exchanger. Massive 14-inch brakes are clamped by six piston calipers that have been painted red, as is fashionable these days. Out back, four piston units clamp merely large 13.4-inch rotors, and all the rotors are cross-drilled. Wheels are large-by-huge with 18x9.5s up front and 19x12s out back, wearing 275/30/18 and 325/30/19 Michelin performance radials.

With big power and a bulletproof platform, this Z06 offers screaming performance at a screaming bargain price. Forget about buying a new C7, this one will run with the big dogs and costs thousands less. Call today!