Corvette Z06's track-to-street connection honored with exclusive special edition
Only 500 examples of the C7.R Edition will be built when they go on sale
later this year – and all will include the Z07 Performance Package with carbon
ceramic brakes, as well as a specially serialized vehicle identification number.
“Corvette Racing’s legacy and technology were significant influences on
the development of the Corvette Z06 and the new C7.R Edition honors the very
direct link between the racecar and the production model,” said Harlan Charles,
Corvette product and marketing manager. “It also advances Chevrolet’s plan to
offer special-edition models that offer a unique, personal ownership experiences,
which become important parts of Corvette’s legacy.”
The complete list of content and unique features for the 2016 Corvette
Z06 C7.R Edition includes:
- Offered on coupe and convertible models with 3LZ trim
- Available in Corvette Racing Yellow Tintcoat (new for 2016) or Black exterior colors
- C7.R Edition graphics package
- Z07 Performance Package with Brembo carbon ceramic brakes and Michelin PS Cup 2 tires
- Yellow brake calipers
- Black wheels with yellow accent strip and Corvette Racing-logo center caps
- Visible carbon fiber ground effects package
- New visible carbon fiber hood section
- Grilles and vents finished in Spectra Gray Metallic
- Jet Black leather interior with sueded microfiber accents on the instrument panel and doors
- Sueded microfiber-trimmed Competition Sport Seat, steering wheel and shifter
- Yellow contrast stitching throughout the interior
- Carbon fiber interior trim package (high-gloss)
- Corvette Racing sill plates
- Numbered C7.R Edition interior plaque showing the build number, starting with VIN 700001
- Special indoor car cover with C7.R graphics.
“The Z07 Performance Package enhances overall performance to make the
Corvette Z06 one of the most track-capable cars you can buy off the dealership
floor and still drive it to work every day,” said Charles. “Combined with the
650-horsepower supercharged LT4 engine, true aerodynamic downforce and performance
technologies such as Magnetic Ride Control, Performance Traction Management and
an electronic limited slip differential, the Corvette Z06 C7.R Edition offers
capability matched only by an elite fraternity of the world’s supercars and
special-edition exclusivity that is sure to make it an instant collector’s
item.”
Additional updates for the 2016 Corvette Z06 include a new, available front curb view parking camera, MyLink connectivity enhancements with smartphone projection technology, power-cinching hatch/trunk latch, new available design packages and more. Complete details are available on our blog here.
