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The 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and Z06
2008 Corvette Coupe
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
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
Production Options and Build Statistics
Total 2008 Corvettes Built - 35,310
Total 2008 Coupes - 20,030
Total 2008 Convertibles - 7,549
Total 2008 Z06 - 7,731
Coupe Serial Numbers: 1G1YY26W485100001 - 1G1YY26W085135284
Convertible Serial Numbers: 1G1YY36W485100001 - 1G1YY36W085135284
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1YY26E485100001 - 1G1YY36E085135284
The "Vehicle Identification Number" (also VIN or serial number) is stamped on a
plate on the inner vertical surface of the left windshield pillar visible through
the windshield. Here is the VIN decoder.
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Position
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Character
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Description
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1
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1
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US built
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2
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G
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General Motors Product
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3
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1
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Chevrolet Motor Division Vehicle
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4&5
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YY
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Corvette
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6
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2 or 3
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Body style number
2 = Two door hatchback style 07, 08, 77, or 87
3 = Two door convertible style 67
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7
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5 or 6 |
Restraint Code (5=Active [manual] belts with Driver and Passenger Inflatable
Restraint⯮t with Occupant Sensor, 6=Active [manual] belts with Driver and
Passenger Inflatable Restraint⯮t and Side and Occupant Sensor) |
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8
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U,
E |
Engine Type (W=376 ci/430 hp, E=427 ci/505 hp) |
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9
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?
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A check digit that calculates the characters in the serial number and gives it a
single digit code and can be used to verify that the serial number is legitimate
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10
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8 |
The model year 8=2008 |
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11
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5
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Bowling Green, Kentucky |
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12-17
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100001-140559 |
Production Sequence for Coupes and Convertibles
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Production Options
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RPO
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Description
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Total |
Coupes |
Convertibles |
Z06 |
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RPO |
Description |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
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Total |
34,021 |
100% |
16,598 |
49% |
11,151 |
33% |
6,272 |
18% |
| 2LT | LT Equip Package (Coupe & Conv) | 3846 | 10.9% | 3086 | 15.4% | 760 | 10.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2LZ | LZ Equip Package (Z06) | 4929 | 14.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 4929 | 63.8% |
| 3LT | LT Equip Package (Coupe & Conv) | 15080 | 42.7% | 9201 | 45.9% | 5879 | 77.9% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3LZ | LZ Equip Package (Z06) | 1460 | 4.1% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 1460 | 18.9% |
| 4LT | LT Equip Package (Coupe & Conv) | 1352 | 3.8% | 824 | 4.1% | 528 | 7.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| AAB | Memory Package | 25000 | 70.8% | 10973 | 54.8% | 6789 | 89.9% | 7238 | 93.6% |
| AQ9 | Dual Power Seats | 29053 | 82.3% | 14266 | 71.2% | 7549 | 100.0% | 7238 | 93.6% |
| AR9 | Base Seats | 6257 | 17.7% | 5764 | 28.8% | 0 | 0.0% | 493 | 6.4% |
| CC3 | Removable Roof - Transparent | 3251 | 9.2% | 3251 | 16.2% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| CF7 | Removable Roof - Non-Transparent | 14006 | 39.7% | 14006 | 69.9% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| CM7 | Power Convertible Top | 6789 | 19.2% | 0 | 0.0% | 6789 | 89.9% | 0 | 0.0% |
| CV3 | Mexico Exports | 32 | 0.1% | 24 | 0.1% | 8 | 0.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
| C2L | Dual Removable Roof Pkg | 2773 | 7.9% | 2773 | 13.8% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| D30 | Color Override | 189 | 0.5% | 34 | 0.2% | 124 | 1.6% | 31 | 0.4% |
| FE1 | Base Suspension | 12207 | 34.6% | 9314 | 46.5% | 2893 | 38.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| FE2 | RTD Suspension (req'd w/F55) | 4666 | 13.2% | 2959 | 14.8% | 1707 | 22.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| FE3 | Sport Ride Suspension | 10706 | 30.3% | 7757 | 38.7% | 2949 | 39.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
| FE4 | Z06 Suspension | 7731 | 21.9% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 7731 | 100.0% |
| FE9 | Federal Emission Certification | 22729 | 64.4% | 12848 | 64.1% | 5108 | 67.7% | 4773 | 61.7% |
| F55 | Magnetic Selective Ride Control | 4666 | 13.2% | 2959 | 14.8% | 1707 | 22.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| GM8 | Rear Axle Ratio - 2.56 | 10297 | 29.2% | 7338 | 36.6% | 2959 | 39.2% | 0 | 0.0% |
| GU2 | Rear Axle 2.73 Ratio | 8839 | 25.0% | 5966 | 29.8% | 2873 | 38.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
| GU6 | Rear Axle Ratio - 3.42 | 16174 | 45.8% | 6726 | 33.6% | 1717 | 22.7% | 7731 | 100.0% |
| J55 | Heavy Duty Brakes | 15381 | 43.6% | 10724 | 53.5% | 4657 | 61.7% | 0 | 0.0% |
| MAE | European Exports | 1300 | 3.7% | 656 | 3.3% | 172 | 2.3% | 472 | 6.1% |
| NPP | Dual Mode Exhaust System | 13454 | 38.1% | 9254 | 46.2% | 4200 | 55.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| MM6 | Six-speed Manual Transmission | 11760 | 33.3% | 3235 | 16.2% | 794 | 10.5% | 7731 | 100.0% |
| MX0 | Six-speed Automatic Transmission | 19136 | 54.2% | 13304 | 66.4% | 5832 | 77.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| MZ6 | Six-speed Manual Transmission w/Z51 | 4414 | 12.5% | 3491 | 17.4% | 923 | 12.2% | 0 | 0.0% |
| N37 | Telescoping Steering Wheel | 23785 | 67.4% | 10452 | 52.2% | 6608 | 87.5% | 6725 | 87.0% |
| QG6 | Base Aluminum Wheel | 7828 | 22.2% | 6701 | 33.5% | 1127 | 14.9% | 0 | 0.0% |
| QG7 | Polished Wheel | 5412 | 15.3% | 3973 | 19.8% | 1439 | 19.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
| QL9 | Z06 Polished Aluminum Wheel | 970 | 2.7% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 970 | 12.5% |
| QX1 | Competition Gray Aluminum Wheel | 1781 | 5.0% | 1588 | 7.9% | 193 | 2.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| QX3 | Chrome Wheel | 9626 | 27.3% | 6063 | 30.3% | 3563 | 47.2% | 0 | 0.0% |
| Q10 | Z06 Base Wheel | 760 | 2.2% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 760 | 9.8% |
| Q44 | Z06 Competition Gray Wheel | 395 | 1.1% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 395 | 5.1% |
| Q76 | Z06 Chrome Wheel | 5101 | 14.4% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 5101 | 66.0% |
| Q8A | Crystal Red Special Edition | 505 | 1.4% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 505 | 6.5% |
| Q9V | Forged Chrome Wheel | 2932 | 8.3% | 1705 | 8.5% | 1227 | 16.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| R8C | Corvette Museum Delivery | 954 | 2.7% | 471 | 2.4% | 284 | 3.8% | 199 | 2.6% |
| UE1 | OnStar System | 33561 | 95.0% | 19086 | 95.3% | 7348 | 97.3% | 7127 | 92.2% |
| US8 | Single CD Player/Radio | 10310 | 29.2% | 9057 | 45.2% | 760 | 10.1% | 493 | 6.4% |
| US9 | Multiple CD Player/Radio | 8072 | 22.9% | 4534 | 22.6% | 2323 | 30.8% | 1215 | 15.7% |
| UV6 | Heads up Display | 25493 | 72.2% | 10973 | 54.8% | 6789 | 89.9% | 7731 | 100.0% |
| U2K | XM Satellite Radio | 33561 | 95.0% | 19086 | 95.3% | 7348 | 97.3% | 7127 | 92.2% |
| U3U | Nav Radio, Voice Recognition | 16807 | 47.6% | 6368 | 31.8% | 4457 | 59.0% | 5982 | 77.4% |
| U3Z | Jap Nav Radio, Voice Recognition | 121 | 0.3% | 71 | 0.4% | 9 | 0.1% | 41 | 0.5% |
| Z44 | Special Edition (89U) | 505 | 1.4% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 505 | 6.5% |
| Z49 | Canadian Units | 643 | 1.8% | 212 | 1.1% | 181 | 2.4% | 250 | 3.2% |
| Z4Z | Indy Pace Car | 500 | 1.4% | 234 | 1.2% | 266 | 3.5% | 0 | 0.0% |
| Z51 | Performance Handling Pkg | 10706 | 30.3% | 7757 | 38.7% | 2949 | 39.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
Color Options for 2008
2008 Corvette Exterior Colors
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Total |
Coupes |
Convertibles |
Z06 |
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RPO |
Description |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
| 10U | White Exterior | 1974 | 5.6% | 1320 | 6.6% | 654 | 8.7% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 41U | Black Exterior | 9380 | 26.6% | 4977 | 24.8% | 1818 | 24.1% | 2585 | 33.4% |
| 45U | Velocity Yellow Exterior | 3264 | 9.2% | 1816 | 9.1% | 550 | 7.3% | 898 | 11.6% |
| 67U | Machine Silver Exterior | 3660 | 10.4% | 2088 | 10.4% | 753 | 10.0% | 819 | 10.6% |
| 74U | Victory Red Exterior | 5638 | 16.0% | 3120 | 15.6% | 1116 | 14.8% | 1402 | 18.1% |
| 83U | Atomic Orange | 2246 | 6.4% | 1272 | 6.4% | 458 | 6.1% | 516 | 6.7% |
| 85U | Bluestream Tintcoat | 3728 | 10.6% | 2067 | 10.3% | 655 | 8.7% | 1006 | 13.0% |
| 89U | Crystal Claret Tintcoat | 5420 | 15.3% | 3370 | 16.8% | 1545 | 20.5% | 505 | 6.5% |
2008 Corvette Interior Colors
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Total |
Coupes |
Convertibles |
Z06 |
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RPO |
Description |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
| 02I | Cobalt Red Interior | 2207 | 6.3% | 989 | 4.9% | 506 | 6.7% | 712 | 9.2% |
| 19I | Ebony Interior | 20730 | 58.7% | 12837 | 64.1% | 3242 | 42.9% | 4651 | 60.2% |
| 24I | Ebony/Brick Interior | 689 | 2.0% | 256 | 1.3% | 138 | 1.8% | 295 | 3.8% |
| 31I | Light Cashmere Interior | 4940 | 14.0% | 2952 | 14.7% | 1988 | 26.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 42I | Ebony/Lt Linen Interior | 1669 | 4.7% | 632 | 3.2% | 367 | 4.9% | 670 | 8.7% |
| 78I | Ebony/Dk Titanium Interior | 505 | 1.4% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 505 | 6.5% |
| 84I | Light Titanium Interior | 4570 | 12.9% | 2364 | 11.8% | 1308 | 17.3% | 898 | 11.6% |
| 23 | Cobalt Red Leather Interior | 1202 | 3.4% | 284 | 1.4% | 206 | 2.7% | 712 | 9.2% |
| 26 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Cobalt Red) | 1005 | 2.8% | 705 | 3.5% | 300 | 4.0% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 193 | Ebony Leather Interior | 20436 | 57.9% | 12792 | 63.9% | 3190 | 42.3% | 4454 | 57.6% |
| 195 | Ebony Leather Interior | 294 | 0.8% | 45 | 0.2% | 52 | 0.7% | 197 | 2.5% |
| 245 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Brick) | 689 | 2.0% | 256 | 1.3% | 138 | 1.8% | 295 | 3.8% |
| 313 | Lt Cashmere Interior | 3809 | 10.8% | 2242 | 11.2% | 1567 | 20.8% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 316 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Lt Cashmere) | 1131 | 3.2% | 710 | 3.5% | 421 | 5.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 425 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Lt Linen) | 1669 | 4.7% | 632 | 3.2% | 367 | 4.9% | 670 | 8.7% |
| 785 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Dk Titanium) | 505 | 1.4% | 0 | 0.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 505 | 6.5% |
| 843 | Lt Titanium Leather Interior | 2292 | 6.5% | 884 | 4.4% | 510 | 6.8% | 898 | 11.6% |
| 846 | Two-Tone Leather Int (Ebony/Lt Titanium) | 2278 | 6.5% | 1480 | 7.4% | 798 | 10.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
Convertible Top Color Codes Convertible Top Color Codes
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Total |
Coupes |
Convertibles |
Z06 |
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RPO |
Description |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
Qty |
% |
| 35T | Gray Beige Convertible Top | 1779 | 5.0% | 0 | 0.0% | 1779 | 23.6% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 37T | Titan Gray Convertible Top | 630 | 1.8% | 0 | 0.0% | 630 | 8.3% | 0 | 0.0% |
| 41T | Black Convertible Top | 5140 | 14.6% | 0 | 0.0% | 5140 | 68.1% | 0 | 0.0% |
2008 Corvette Specifications
Mechanical Dimensions
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Dimensions
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Coupe and Convertible
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Z06
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Wheelbase (in / mm):
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105.7 / 2685
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105.7 / 2685
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Overall length (in / mm):
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174.6 / 4435
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175.6 / 4460
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Overall width (in / mm):
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72.6 / 1844
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75.9 / 1928
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Overall height (in / mm):
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49 / 1244
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49 / 1244
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Curb weight (lb / kg):
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Coupe: 3217 / 1459 Conv.: 3162 / 1434 |
3130 / 1419.7
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Interior
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Seating capacity
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2
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Interior volume (cu ft / L):
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52 / 1475 (all models)
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Headroom (in / mm):
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38 / 962 (all models)
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Legroom (in / mm):
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43 / 1092 (all models)
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Shoulder room (in / mm):
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55 / 1397 (all models)
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Hip room (in / mm):
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54 / 1371 (all models)
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Capacities
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Cargo volume
(cu ft / L):
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Coupe and Z06: 22 / 634 Convertible: 11 / 295 (top up); 7.5 / 212 (top down)
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Fuel tank (gal / L):
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18 / 68.1
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Engine oil (qt / L):
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Coupe and Convertible: 5.5 / 5.2 Z06: 8 / 7.5
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2008 Corvette Engine Specifications
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6.0L V-8 LS3 |
7.0L V-8 LS7
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Displacement (cu in / cc):
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376 / 6162 |
427 / 7011.3
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Bore & stroke (in / mm):
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4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92 |
4.125 x 4 / 104.8 x 101.6
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Block material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Cylinder head material:
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cast aluminum
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cast aluminum
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Valvetrain:
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OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
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OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
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Fuel delivery:
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SFI (sequential fuel injection)
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SFI (sequential fuel injection)
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Compression ratio:
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10.7:1
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11:1
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Horsepower
(hp / kw @ rpm):
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430 / 321 @ 5900* w/ std. exhaust
436 / 325 @ 5900* w/ opt.exhaust |
500 / 373 @ 6200
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Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
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424 / 575 @ 4600* w/ std. exhaust
428 / 580 @ 4600* w/ opt. exhaust |
475 / 657 @ 4800
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Recommended fuel:
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premium recommended but not required)
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premium required |
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Estimated fuel economy (mpg city / hwy / combined):
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automatic: 19 / 16 / 26 manual: 19 / 15 / 25
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Z06: 18 / 15 / 24 |
2008 Corvette Transmission Options
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6-speed manual base and Z06
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6-speed manual, w/ optional Z51 Performance Package
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6-speed paddle-shift automatic
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Application:
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std
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opt
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opt
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Gear ratios (:1):
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First:
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2.66
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2.97
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4.03 |
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Second:
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1.78
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2.07
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2.36
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Third:
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1.30
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1.43
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1.53
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Fourth:
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1.00
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1.00
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1.15
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Fifth:
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0.74
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0.71
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0.85
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Sixth:
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0.50
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0.57
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0.67
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Reverse:
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2.90
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3.28
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3.06
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Final drive ratio:
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3.42
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3.42
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2.56
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2008 Corvette Wheels and Brakes
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Brakes
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Coupe and Convertible
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Z06
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Type:
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Front and rear power-assisted disc with ABS; cross-drilled rotors with Z51 package
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Front and rear power-assisted disc with ABS with 6-piston front and 4-piston rear
calipers, cross-drilled rotors
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Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):
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Front: 12.8 x 1.26 / 325 x 32
Rear: 12 x 1 / 305 x 26;
Z51 Performance Package:
Front: 13.4 x 1.26 / 340 x 32
Rear: 13 x 1 / 330 x 26
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Front: 14 x 1.3 / 355 x 32
Rear: 13.4 x 1 / 340 x 26
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Wheels & Tires
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Wheel size:
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Front: 18 inch x 8.5 inch
Rear: 19 inch x 10 inch
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Front: 18 inch x 9.5 inch
Rear: 19 inch x 12 inch
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Tires:
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Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar (w/Z51) Extended Mobility
Front: P245/40ZR18
Rear: P285/35ZR19
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Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar Extended Mobility
Front: P275/35ZR18
Rear: P325/30ZR19
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