Chevrolet 2006 Z06 Corvette
The Corvette Z06 marked the second half of the C5’s production with a Corvette model for the
extreme performance enthusiast. Now, Chevrolet combines the numerous attributes of the C6
Corvette with technology derived from the C5-R program to take the 2006 Corvette Z06
to the next level of performance.
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- LS7 7.0-liter/427-cubic-inch Gen IV V-8 with lightweight reciprocating components
- 505 horsepower at 6200 rpm
- 475 lb.-ft. of torque at 4800 rpm
- 7000 rpm redline
- Titanium connecting rods and intake valves
- Dry-sump engine lubrication system
- Engine hand-built at GM's new Performance Build Center
- Aluminum body structure with one-piece hydroformed perimeter frame rails
- Magnesium front cradle
- Huge 14-inch cross-drilled front disc brakes with six-piston calipers and
- 13.4-inch cross-drilled rear rotors with four-piston calipers
- 18 x 9.5-inch front wheels with 275/35ZR18 tires
- 19 x 12-inch rear wheels with 325/30ZR19 tires
- 3-inch-diameter exhaust with bi-mode mufflers and larger polished stainless steel tips
- Engine, transmission and differential oil coolers; and steering cooler
- Rear-mounted battery to improve weight distribution
- Unique interior features including revised gauge cluster
- Lightweight two-tone seats with more aggressive bolsters
- Curb weight of 3130 pounds
- Fixed roof design optimizes body rigidity and aerodynamics
- Carbon-fiber composite front fenders and front wheelhouses
- Unique front fascia incorporating a larger grille, cold-air scoop and lower air splitter
- Wide-body rear fenders and a unique rear spoiler incorporated with the CHMSL
- 3 inches wider than other Corvette models
- Vehicle developed simultaneously with C6-R racecar.
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