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  • It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

    http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayS...12&docid=35824

    Here's the specs:

    * All-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine for Coupe and Convertible:
    * 430 hp (321 kW)*
    * 424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm)*
    * 436 hp / 428 lb.-ft. (325 kW / 580 Nm)* with new, optional dual-mode exhaust system
    * High-flow cylinder heads
    * Enhanced valvetrain
    * High-flow intake manifold
    * Larger-bore block with structural enhancements
    * Improved manual transmission shift effort
    * Quicker shift times on paddle-shift six-speed automatic
    * 2.73 performance axle ratio available with six-speed paddle shift; included with Z51 package
    * Improved steering feel
    * Standard split-spoke cast aluminum wheel design for Coupe and Convertible (Competition Gray finish optional)
    * Available polished forged aluminum wheel design
    * New Keyless Access remote key fob with integrated key
    * Interior trim enhancements for all models, including wrapped center trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents
    * Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package available for all models in exclusive, new Linen and Sienna colors
    * New sill plates
    * iPod/MP3 jack included on all sound systems except navigation (Personal Audio Link available as accessory for navigation system)
    * OnStar and XM Satellite Radio standard on all models
    * Auto-dimming mirrors with compass standard on all models
    * Two new premium exterior colors: Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat

    The link has more info. I see the LS3 being a big possibility for the new Camaro. A non-supercharged version for the lower end V8 model and a supercharged version for the higher end model. On the other hand, this might also mean that the new Camaro could receive an engine upgrade as well after the first 1 or 2 years of being out since there's talk of the new C7.
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    Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

    :drool: :drool:... I'll take three.
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      Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

      One of the disputes about the upgrade is that the Z06 is staying at 505hp and some people aren't going to be willing to pay the premium to buy the Z06. To make matters worse, there's talk on Corvette Forum that the 430hp rating is underrated and could actually be closer to 450hp.
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        Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

        430hp in a 6.2? that sounds bad to me...i figured the vettes already had 500hp...

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          Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

          mt trend is speculating that the current ls7 in the zo6 will be the standard motor for the c7, and that blue devil vette aka Z07 will have atleast 600hp, but the next gen c7 z06 will have 700hp
          JpX

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            Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

            Originally posted by Jpx87
            mt trend is speculating that the current ls7 in the zo6 will be the standard motor for the c7, and that blue devil vette aka Z07 will have atleast 600hp, but the next gen c7 z06 will have 700hp
            Hey I just read that....cool.

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              Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

              old news. i read this about a week ago.

              current car- 95 Trans am- bolt ons, parked and collecting dust. why? because **** it

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                Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

                Originally posted by Jpx87
                mt trend is speculating that the current ls7 in the zo6 will be the standard motor for the c7, and that blue devil vette aka Z07 will have atleast 600hp, but the next gen c7 z06 will have 700hp
                So should we expect the Z08 to have 800hp?

                Does anyone else think that we'll be getting to the point pretty soon where everyone will be driving around in absurdly powerful cars with ridiculous traction control systems (ala Mercedes Benz) that'll only be able to put down the amount of power that similar cars had back in 1988? Not to mention the fact that is it really smart to allow people to buy 700hp for only $100,000 ?? ... i mean what if an asian bought one? :omg:


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                  Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

                  lol /\/\

                  current car- 95 Trans am- bolt ons, parked and collecting dust. why? because **** it

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                    Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

                    ^_^

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                    • #11
                      Re: It's Official: 2008 Corvette gets an upgrade.

                      My first thought upon reading this was, "cool, now the 2008 Z28 can get the LS2"

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