C6 Unveiling, Detroit Auto Show 2004

Corvette Mission

• Corvette is the American performance icon
• Amazing high sports car value
• Continued evolution of the Corvette legend into a global benchmark for high performance sports cars
• Thrill Corvette loyalists and capture the imagination of a new generation
• Greater: Power, Passion and Precision

Goals

• C5 Z06-like overall performance in coupe and convertible
• Improved refinement concentrating on interior richness and quietness
• More passionate design yet instantly recognizable as the new Corvette
• Segment quality leadership
• "Leaner and Meaner" than C5 - eliminate unnecessary bulk of C5
• Compete internationally without compromises

C6 standard features

• 400hp 6.0L LS2 V8 with 6-speed manual
• Larger wheels and tires 245/40ZR18x8.5 front 285/35ZR19x10 rear
• EMT tires designed for better all-weather and more compliant ride
• Increased suspension travel for improved ride and handling with .92g skid pad capability standard
• HID lighting with automatic control and flash-to-pass, brigher larger fog lamps
• More compact package is 5 inches shorter without loss of interior space due to reduced overhands and longer wheelbase
• 325mm (12.8") front and 305mm (12.0") rear disc brakes with upgraded performance, smoothness and durability
• Indexing glass system provides better seal and reduces wind noise
• Improved interior refinement with premium accents, two useable cup holders, door pockets and expanded console storage
• Improved quietness, road, tire, wind and exhaust noise
• Coupes have power hatch pulldown with closing handle, larger lighter roof panel, improved easier roof storage with increased cargo area
• AM/FM/CD MP3 with improved audio performance and hidden AM/FM antennas
• Keyless access with pushbutton start
• ABS/Traction Control/Active Handling continue as standard
• 70% new parts excluding fasteners, 85% new by mass

Additional new available features

• Z51 Performance Package includes cross-drilled rotors, performance gearing (MZ6 and G90), special tires, springs, shocks, stabilizer bars, coolers for oil, power steering, transmission and axle
• F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control with new calibration
• Improved Bose amplified audio with in-dash 6 CD changer
• Satellite XM radio with body-colored antenna
• Navigation System with GPS, color touch screen display and voice recognition
• Improved Head-up Display with dot matrix display for improved readability with street mode and track mode with circular tach and g-meter
• Heated seats
• Side impact air bags (head and thorax) mounted in seat
• Homelink universal garage door opener in sunvisor
• Auto-dimming driver outside and inside mirrors with compass
• OnStar
• Cabin air filtration
• Power convertible top including power tonneau cover

LS2 V8 - 6.0 liter - 400hp @ 6000rpm - 400ft-lb @ 4400rpm

• Most powerful standard Corvette engine ever -- Generation IV V8
• Z06-type performance standard with more useable torque and 6500 rpm redline
• No fuel economy loss despite increased power
• Rear-mounted 6-speed manual standard with available 4-speed automatic with Performance Algorithm Shifting which maintains lower gear when cornering
• 6-speed manual upgraded to include short-throw shifter and lower effort
• Aluminum block and heads
• Individual coils for each plug
• Electronic Throttle Control
• Long-life belt, spark plugs, coolant, etc. Mobil 1 synthetic long-life oil
• Engine covers and underhood blanket with debossed crossed flags
• 0-60 in 4.x with 6-speed manual Z51, top speed 180+ mph - fastest ever!
• Among most efficient powertrains inthe world in generating horsepower while maintaining fuel economy (hp*mpg more important than hp/l)
• Compact engine dimensions and mass

Drivetrain

• New air induction system -- reduced restriction increases horsepower
• Close-coupled catalytic converters -- reduced backpressure to increase horsepower
• 300mm A4 Transmission; more efficient torque converter -- recovers fuel economy with greater torque and power
• Upgraded 4L65e A4 and M6 transaxles witn 4-point mount
• New tri-flow mufflers -- reduced unwanted noise
• Internal upgrades to M6 transmission for improved shiftability
• Short-throw manual linkage -- improved effort and feel
• New Gen IV LS2 6.0L V8 @ 400 HP with E40 ECM

More passionate compact exterior

• Reduced overhangs reduce overall length to under 175 inches, 5 inches shorter than C5, about the same as a Porsche 911
• Overall width 1 inch narrower than C5
• Longer wheel base and efficient packaging maintains C5 level of interior room and class-leading cargo space with room for 2 golf bags
• Improved aerodynamics with .28 cd (vs.29 for C5) despite larger tires and reduced aerodynamic lift for high speed stability enabled by small rear spoiler
• Evolves Corvette character in a fresh new design that builds on Corvette's great history but is not retro
• Instantly recognizable as the new Corvette
• Distinctly American with global influence

Enhanced Structure -- Lighter and Stronger

• Foundation of patented C5 structure
  • Advanced steel hydro forming
  • Central backbone tunnel structure
  • Aluminum cockpit structure
  • Welded steel bumper beams
  • Stamped steel tunnel
  • Fully closed tunnel section
  • Laminated floor with balsa wood cores
• Improve to exceed 20 hertz torsion on convertible and coupe with roof panel removed (approx 1 hertz expected improvement)
  • Frame length reduced 3 inches in front
  • Close-out panel for backbone changed from steel to aluminum
  • Reinforcement added lower instrument panel beam structure
  • Aluminum braces added under rear compartment tub
  • Composite reinforcements added to rear compartment tub

High Intensity Discharge Xenon Headlamps

• Standard HID on all Corvettes enabled by fixed lamp design
• Improved lighting output by 66% vs C5. 25% wider beam pattern
• Compact lighting allows low profile and elimination of popup mechanism
• Elimination of popup lamps
  • Save Mass
  • Enables shorter front overhang and overall length
  • Improves aerodynamics at night
  • Improved lighting performance with HID technology
  • Improved reliability
  • Enables flash-to-pass feature
• Bright accent rings adds unique design character
• Body color bezel enhances clean look
• Standard twilight sentinel automatic headlamps

Chassis, Wheels and Tires

• Increase suspension travel by 13mm (4 jounce, 9 rebound) front and 20mm (20 jounce) rear -- improves ride and handling
• .92g skid pad copability standard
• 245/40ZR18x8.5 front 285/35ZR19x10 rear
• 1 inch increase in wheel diameters vs C5
• Rear tires increase 10mm in width vs C5, rear wheels 0.5 inch wider
• 5-spoke flangeless wheels available painted or polished
• Improved Goodyear EMT technology enables improved handling, reduced impact harshness for improved ride and reduced road noise
• Improved rain and greater snow and ice capabilty with standard tires vs C5
• 325mm (12.8") front and 305mm (12.0") rear disc brakes with better performance, smoothness and durability
• ABS/Traction Control/Active Handling continue as standard

New Z51 Performance Package

• Intended for the performance enthusiast
• Specific shocks and springs with more control
• Larger stabilizer bars
• Larger cross-drilled brake roters 340mm (13.4") front/330mm (13") rear
• Engine oil, power steering and transmission coolers
• Specific higher grip Goodyear EMT tires
• MZ6 quicker wide-ratio gearing with 6-speed manual (similar to former C6 Z06 M12 manual transmission but with higher top speed in 5th gear)
• G90 performance axle included in Z51 with 4-speed automatic
• Over .95g capability
• Z51 offers C5 Z06-like overall performance for coupe and convertible

F55 Magnetic Selective Ride Control

• Technology developed for the sixth generation was first introduced on the 2003 50th Anniversary Edition C5
• Fastest-reacting variable-damping technology available
• Provides Corvette handling with new level of ride comfort
• Tour and Sport selectable modes by console knob
• MR (Magento-Rheological) fluid eliminates need for mechanical valves resulting in damping changes in 15 milliseconds
• Untilizes vehicle sensors and software program to adjust shocks for optimal damping on all 4 wheels independently

Interior and Cargo Improvements

• Improved interior refinement, materials and richness
• Substantially improved noise isolation
• Tighter interior gaps
• Premium metallic accents and steering wheel badge in full color
• Leather-look instrument panel and doors
• Flush-mounted audio and climate control systems with anti-reflective displays
• Two useable covered cup holders designed for sports car g-forces
• Improved interior storage in console can hold phone, sunglasses and 6 CDs
• Door storage pockets large enough for video/DVD cases
• Electronic push button door operation
• Easier to operate dual-zone climate control with continuous set and outside temerature displays
• Improved recliner efforts
• Finer tilt wheel adjusment
• Indexing glass provides improved sealing and acoustic insulation for less wind noise
• Power-cinching rear hatch and pull handle on coupe for low-effort closing
• Rear cargo storage compartments with flush hinged covers
• Convertible has fully-enclosed trunk for security and noise isolation

New Audio Systems

• AM/FM Stereo with standard CD/MP3 capability
• 7 speaker system with higher mid-range drivers and center-fill speaker to improve sound imaging
• Available Bose amplified audio with audio performance gains and in-dash 6 CD changer
• Bose autopilot noise compensation adjust systems volume and equalization
• Bose special top down equalization automatically changed with convertible top position
• Satellite XM radio available with fin antenna
• Navigation System available with GPS and DVD map
  • 6.5 inch TFT EGA color touchscreen display (416x240 pixels)
  • Screen folds down for CD and DVD access
  • Includes voice recognition
  • Directions utilize head-up display
  • Supports multiple languages
• OnStar available includes active noise-cancellation with hands-free phone and windshield antenna
• Hidden AM/FM radio antennas on both coupe and convertible
• New antenna technology improves reception vs C5

Instrument Panel and Head-up Display

• New cluster technology with white LED for clarity under all lighting conditions
• Metallic bezel surrounding gauges
• Traditional easy-to-read analog displays
• Larger 2-line Driver Information Center (DIC) can display:
  • Trip computer including miles per gallon, range and oil life remaining
  • More detailed gauge information including tire pressure monitor to nearest PSI
  • Option configurations such as programmable locking
  • Organic light-emitting diode display is readbable under all conditions
• Improved available Head-up Display with dot matrix display
• Street mode displays simple large digital speedometer and critical warnings
• Track mode includes analog tachometer and g meter
• Improved HUD integration into instrument panel without add-on bezel
• HUD display turn-by-turn route guidance with Navigation System

Keyless Access with Push Button Start

• Innovative feature / cutting-edge technology
• Allows elimination of door handles and lock cylinders for clean exterior and interior appearance
• Easy push-button entry and exit
• Convenience of not needing to remove key from pocket/purse, etc.
• Push Button Start is a race car cue used on competitve sports cars
• Creates personal connection with car
• Low effort electronic door release
• Emergency lock cylinder hidden above license plate

Coupe Removable Roof Panel

• Larger panel size creates improved open-air feeling and reduce wind buffeting
• Lighter-weight roof is easier to load and unload
• New storage system allows for more cargo volume underneath stored roof
• Easy snap-in storage system without additional levers
• Continues tradition of painted roof standard, optional tinted clear or dual roof packages are available
• Simple 3 release lever system
• Top stores oriented in forward position

Available Power COnvertible Top

• First Corvette with power top since 1962
• System designed to be compact and low mass - approx 20 lbs
• Works with integrated hard tonneau cover
• Allows driver to remain seated in car for quicker top up and down conditions
• Hard divider panel in trunk with safety latch prevents top from being lowered if cargo would interfere
• All convertibles have simpler one-latch releades and hard tonneau cover
• Power top cycle time 15.2 sceonds (or 17.0 seconds including windows)

Eight Exterior Colors

• New Precision Red
• New Daytona Sunset Orange
• Machine Silver
• Le Mans Blue - premium paint
• Arctic White
• Magnetic Red - tint coat
• Millennium Yellow - tint coat
• Black

Four Interior Colors

• Ebony
• Cashmere
• Steel Gray
• Red

Three Convertible Top Colors

• Ebony
• Beige
• Gray