Chevrolet Corvette 2007 $31,995

Vehicle Overview A shorter sixth-generation Corvette that was more powerful than ever before and benefited from upgrades in handling, acceleration and braking debuted for 2005. A convertible and hatchback coupe are offered, as well as a high-performance Z06 coupe. Major changes for 2007 include an enhanced stereo, a larger glove compartment and an acoustic package that offers additional sound insulation in the Corvette Z06. Called the most aerodynamically efficient Corvette ever by Chevrolet, the current coupe has a 0.286 coefficient of drag. Chief engineer Dave Hill said it's also more competition-influenced. A six-speed automatic transmission that operates via paddle shifters and a new three-spoke steering wheel became available on 2006 models. The transmission incorporates two electronically controlled automatic modes: Drive and Sport. Dual-stage frontal airbags incorporate passenger-sensing technology. The Corvette Z06 offers a substantially upgraded chassis and a 505-horsepower V-8. (Skip to details on the: Corvette Z06 ) Exterior Many familiar styling cues highlight the latest Corvette, but the current generation is the first one since 1962 with fixed headlights. Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights are standard. Round taillights and integrated exhaust tips appear at the rear. A center bulge on the forward-hinged hood radiates outward. A tapered rear deck is claimed to improve high-speed performance. Composite body panels sit atop a hydroformed steel frame with aluminum and magnesium components. The independent suspension uses transverse leaf springs. An optional Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension features magneto-rheological dampers that detect road surfaces. Goodyear Eagle extended-mobility tires are used: P245/40ZR18 up front and P285/35ZR19 at the rear. Rather than conventional door handles, the Corvette features General Motors' Keyless Access, which unlocks the doors and allows the engine to be started with a key fob. Interior In this two-seater, the dashboard carries on the Corvette's dual-cockpit theme with a two-tone split. The gauges use white LED technology, which makes them backlit day and night. A CD player with MP3 capability is standard, while the optional Bose system includes an in-dash six-CD changer and steering wheel audio controls. XM Satellite Radio is available. Cargo volume beneath the hatchback lid is 22 cubic feet. Convertibles hold 11 cubic feet, but capacity drops to 5 cubic feet with the top down. A power-operated top, GM's OnStar communication system and a navigation system are optional. Under the Hood The 6.0-liter LS2 V-8 generates 400 hp at 6,000 rpm and 400 pounds-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. A six-speed manual gearbox is standard, and a paddle-shifted six-speed automatic is optional. The optional Z51 Performance Package includes a six-speed manual for quicker acceleration. Safety All-disc antilock brakes are standard. Cross-drilled brakes, which resist brake fade better under high-performance conditions, are available with the Magnetic Selective Ride Control or Z51 packages. A sport seat option includes seat-mounted side-impact airbags, but side curtain airbags are not available. Driving Impressions Corvette owners expect energizing performance, and that's what they get in the 400-hp model. The manual transmission is somewhat notchy, but it produces positive gear changes. Automatic-equipped Corvettes are still plenty fast, though the transmission tends to upshift quickly for better fuel economy. Handling and steering vary according to the suspension. One Corvette with the standard setup actually had a rather heavy steering feel. The Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension felt lighter and more secure. Ride comfort isn't bad on good pavement. Corvettes with the Z51 Performance Package are noticeably stiff-legged, but they produce the greatest level of confidence. Occupants feel bumps more distinctly, but there's not a great difference from regular models. Corvettes cope sur

• City 18/hwy 28 (6.0L engine/6-speed manual trans)
• City 17/hwy 27 (6.0L engine/6-speed auto trans)
• Roof panel 1-piece body-color removable
• Headlamps dual projector lamps Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) low-beam tungsten-halogen high-beam with automatic exterior lamp control
• Fog lamps front integral in front fascia
• Daytime Running Lamps
• Mirrors outside heated power-adjustable body-color
• Glass Solar-Ray light-tinted
• Wipers front intermittent
• Seats front bucket with leather seating surfaces includes back angle adjustment
• Seat adjuster driver 6-way power
• Console floor 2 covered cup holders ashtray with cigar lighter auxiliary power outlet and CD storage
• Floor mats carpeted
• Steering column Tilt-Wheel manual
• Steering wheel 3-spoke leather-wrapped
• Instrumentation electronic analog with Driver Information Center and 2-line display
• Tire Pressure Monitor System air pressure sensors in each tire pressure display in Driver Information Center
• Oil life monitoring system
• Door locks power programmable with lockout protection
• Windows power with driver and passenger Express-Down
• Cruise control electronic with set and resume speed
• Theft-deterrent system vehicle push button start immobilizer and audible visual alarm
• Keyless Access with push button start and 2 remote transmitters that enable automatic door unlock and open by touching door switch
• Hatch release push button open (Includes power hatch pulldown.)
• Defogger rear-window electric
• Air conditioning dual-zone automatic climate control with individual climate settings for driver and right-front passenger and outside temperature display
• Air filtration system with pollen filter
• Audio system AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback seek-and-scan digital clock auto-tone control Radio Data System (RDS) automatic volume and Theftlock. Includes (U66) 7-speaker system
• Enhanced Acoustic Package
• Antenna integral hidden
• Mirror inside rearview manual day/night includes dual reading lights
• Visors driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors
• Lighting interior with courtesy cargo and glovebox
• Storage with lockable glovebox center console and 2 rear compartments with covers
• Engine 6.0L V8 SFI (400 hp [298.3kW] @ 6000 rpm 400 lb-ft of torque [542.8 N-m] @ 4400 rpm)
• Transmission 6-speed manual short-throw (Includes (GU6) 3.42 axle ratio.)
• Rear axle 3.42 ratio limited slip (Included and only available with (MN6) 6-speed manual transmission.)
• Rear wheel drive
• Active handling improves traction and enhances vehicle stability
• Traction control all-speed
• Engine access rear opening hood
• Suspension 4-wheel independent includes transverse composite springs
• Tires front P245/40ZR18 Eagle F1 extended mobility
• Tires rear P285/35ZR19 Eagle F1 extended mobility
• Wheels 5-spoke Silver-painted aluminum 18 x 8.5 (45.7 cm x 21.6 cm) front and 19 x 10.0 (48.3 cm x 25.4 cm) rear
• Steering power speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion
• Brakes 4-wheel antilock 4-wheel disc
• Exhaust aluminized stainless-steel with 3 polished stainless-steel tips
• Air bags frontal driver and right-front passenger with Passenger Sensing System (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)