Will 2013 be the last year for the corvette?

Will 2013 be the last year for the corvette?

“The 2013 model year will be historic for Corvette, marking its 60th Anniversary and the final year for the current ‘C6’ generation,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Global Marketing and Strategy for Chevrolet.

Where are the 60th Anniversary badges on 2013 corvettes?

For 2013, all Corvettes will feature 60th Anniversary badges on the fascias and the “waterfall” panel on convertible models, as well as 60th logos in the instrument panel gauge cluster and on the sill plates.

What kind of interior does a 2013 Corvette have?

All 2013 Corvette models, including the 427 Convertible, will be available with a 60th Anniversary Package, featuring an Arctic White exterior with a Blue Diamond leather-wrapped interior with suede accents. Convertible models will have a blue top.

What kind of engine does a 2013 Corvette have?

New for 2013, the Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition is powered by the 505-hp, 7.0L (427 cid) LS7 V-8 engine – making it the fastest, most capable convertible in Corvette’s history.

What kind of odometer does a 2013 Corvette have?

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 3LT 2D Coupe RWD 6-Speed Automatic Paddle Shift Blade Silver Metallic Odometer is 12320 miles below market average!Come see the friendly staff at Walker Chevrolet in Franklin. We’ll work with you to make sure you get the right vehicle for your needs and your budget.

When did the Corvette become a sports car?

While General Motors still recorded only modest sales of the Chevrolet Corvette in 1956, it was apparent to everyone that it was also beginning to be taken seriously as a sports car. Even after the immense structural, physical and mechanical facelift it received in 1956…

What is the fastest convertible Corvette ever made?

Corvette Marks 60 Years of Performance with 427 Convertible. DETROIT – Chevrolet today unveiled the 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition – the fastest, most capable convertible in Corvette’s history – as well as a 60th Anniversary Package that will be available on all 2013 Corvette models.

How much does a 2013 C6 Corvette cost?

The 2013 C6 Corvette Marks 60 Years of American Sportscar Leadership Model: 2013 Corvette Generation: C6 Corvette Type: Coupe, Convertible, Z06 Coupe, 427 Colle Original Price: $44,995.00 (Coupe) $52,910.00 (Convertib

What colors did the 2013 Corvette come in?

For 2013, the only new paint color was Night Race Blue Metallic. As with previous model years, the 2013 Corvette was available to consumers in five distinct body styles which included: The standard coupe and convertible models, which were powered by the 430-horsepower LS3 V-8 engine (436-horsepower when equipped with the optional exhaust.

What is the collector edition of a corvette?

This collector edition Corvette was made available to consumers with all the exterior colors offered in 2013, as well as with the 60 th Design Package and a Heritage Package. All 427 Convertibles came equipped with a manual transmission, 427 hood badging, ZR1-style rear spoiler, and carbon-fiber hood, fenders and floor panels.

When did the C6 Corvette come out?

The current-generation Corvette, the C6, debuted all the way back in January 2004. Eight-and-a-half years later, it still turns heads (canine and human). Our test car — white with black-painted racing stripes — drew stares from passers-by young and old.

What happened to the chrome on the 1959 corvettes?

And three chrome spears in the cove along the car’s flanks. This thing was almost as much chrome as it was fiberglass. Earl retired from GM in 1958 to be replaced by Bill Mitchell, who immediately started pulling chrome and louvers off the 1959 Corvette.

Why did Chevy cut the corners off the ’53 Corvette?

Consistency, after all, is the hobgoblin of little minds. Corners were cut to get the ’53 Corvette into production. While the frame was new and positioned the engine low and rearward, the suspension was made up of modified parts from Chevy’s super-dowdy sedan and never worked right.

What are the features of a 2013 Chevy Corvette 427?

2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convenience Features 1-touch down Driver vanity mirror Tilt steering wheel Auto-dimming rearview mirror Air conditioning Garage door transmitter Front beverage holders Speed control Illuminated entry Front Chevrolet Certified, Excellent Condition, GREAT MILES 44,517! 427 1SB trim.

When does the Corvette 60th Anniversary package come out?

Corvette Marks 60 Years of Performance with 427 Convertible. The 60th Anniversary Package and 427 Convertible will make their public debut at the Barrett Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Jan 21, and will arrive at U.S. Chevrolet dealers early this summer.

What years did Chevy make the Z06 Corvette?

2013 Chevrolet — the sixth generation of the Corvette was produced from 2005 to 2013 and featured fixed headlamps for the first time since the 1962 model. The Z06 and ZR1 models raised the bar on total performance.

What are the specs of a Corvette 427 convertible?

Supporting performance elements in the Corvette 427 Convertible include the driveline and rear axle system from the Corvette Z06, a rear-mounted battery and standard Magnetic Selective Ride Control. The standard 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are wrapped in ZR1-style Michelin PS2 tires.