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ec1990 01-22-2013 08:23 PM

C7 Corvette (non-Z51) spotted testing in Tempe AZ, reportedly with Z06 prototype!
 
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TORCH RED sighting in Arizona

Non-Z51 Base, GT Seats.

Rumor has it, a Camo'd Z06 was with them going to the Yuma Proving Grounds, this again, just a rumor.

From the OP:

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Car in question is a wet sump LT1 car, with an A6 automatic (not the forthcoming 8 speed auto), silver wheels, glass roof, and some interior trim that is pre-production which he was not allowed to photograph.
THe driver is part of the testing/validation/engineering group for the C7 program, and there are currently 2 other cars driving around Phoenix !!!!

Now, the super bitchin' news......

The driver is on his way to the Yuma proving grounds to continue testing a heavely camoflaged Z06 !!!!!!!
Dave asked if he could disclose any info on that car's engine, which he replied "Nope".
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GaBoy25 01-22-2013 08:25 PM

I like rumors.

Tran 01-22-2013 08:27 PM

Doesn't look as good without the rear spoiler IMO.

Glad to hear about the Z06 prototype!

GaBoy25 01-22-2013 08:29 PM

Wow I missed that.

I would put that back on lol.

Camaro_Corvette 01-22-2013 08:38 PM

Sweetness:D A little earlier than I thought it would be for Z06 news.

I want to see this interior. :lol:

JoeP@TeamBeckyD 01-22-2013 08:40 PM

Hmmmmm...

Very Interesting....
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ec1990 01-22-2013 08:41 PM

Also, just read that the torque assembly tube on this one has been shaved to reduce weight and is undergoing testing.

Hmm...this got moved out of the official torch red thread, must be witchcraft. :suspicious:

Stingray 01-22-2013 08:42 PM

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So this is the roughly mid-$50K Stingray I may end up with if a 1LT... not too shabby. Hmm... I'm still leaning on a 2LT.

GaBoy25 01-22-2013 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Stingray (Post 3297)
So this is the roughly mid-$50K Stingray I may end up with if a 1LT... not too shabby. Hmm... I'm still leaning on a 2LT.

Seeing as the 2lt is just ooooooo on this one I agree. Too many fancy shiny things and such to play with and look at.

The 1lt is still a heck of an offering ;)

Stingray 01-22-2013 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GaBoy25 (Post 3309)
Seeing as the 2lt is just ooooooo on this one I agree. Too many fancy shiny things and such to play with and look at.
The 1lt is still a heck of an offering ;)

Plus I don't think these pics do it enough justice... can't wait to eventually see all the trim models in person... whether in the showroom, in the lot, or awaiting delivery to the early buyers.

Vette TPI 01-22-2013 09:14 PM

:amen: Z06!!!

GaBoy25 01-22-2013 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Vette LM7 (Post 3320)
:amen: Z06!!!


I giggles when is sayz that:sad:

Mr. Wyndham 01-22-2013 09:40 PM

There's something definitely "space-ship" about that car when viewed from the rear....

Maybe it's because you can't see the tires....Cool, either way! :D

Stingray 01-22-2013 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham (Post 3332)
There's something definitely "space-ship" about that car when viewed from the rear....
Maybe it's because you can't see the tires....Cool, either way! :D

a la Testarossa from the rear... flared broad quarters and all... :cool:

Vette TPI 01-22-2013 09:59 PM

Guess on Z06 hp with DI?! :D

FenwickHockey65 01-22-2013 10:05 PM

Yeah...Z51 package is a must.

GaBoy25 01-22-2013 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Vette LM7 (Post 3353)
Guess on Z06 hp with DI?! :D


530-540

terryg75 01-22-2013 11:46 PM

I bet the new Z car pushes 600hp...just a rumor I heard the other day. Also heard the new 'biggest' car will climbinto the mid 7's with an all new power plant. Just rumors at this point, but they're coming from relatively good sources in the racing biz. GM wants to crush everybody!

GaBoy25 01-23-2013 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CoughlinVettes (Post 3392)
I bet the new Z car pushes 600hp...just a rumor I heard the other day. Also heard the new 'biggest' car will climbinto the mid 7's with an all new power plant. Just rumors at this point, but they're coming from relatively good sources in the racing biz. GM wants to crush everybody!

I sincerely would hope so but that's quiet a jump.

I'd be happy with 550. That's why my numbers are conservative.

terryg75 01-23-2013 12:08 AM

I wonder if we'll get a reworked 427 like they did the 6.2?

AZCamaroFan 01-23-2013 12:46 PM

i thought Base cars didn't get the fender vents.

Gohan 01-23-2013 01:12 PM

Oh damn a Z06 spotted already? Wont' be long until the first spy pics posted then.

I gotta say the silver wheels aren't nearly as nice looking as the black ones from the Detroit show debut cars.

GaBoy25 01-23-2013 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by AZCorvetteFan (Post 3551)
i thought Base cars didn't get the fender vents.

There was a question if some were functional and nonfunctional. If someone cleared it up I missed it.

Stingray 01-23-2013 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by GaBoy25 (Post 3563)
There was a question if some were functional and nonfunctional. If someone cleared it up I missed it.

From me! ...but no exact clarification yet; unless Chevy provides more detail we'll have to witness sooner or later when the final post-production base model is available. :noidea:

http://www.corvette7.com/forums/showthread.php?t=326

mlee 01-23-2013 10:48 PM

Sweet... my hometown...

GaBoy25 01-23-2013 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mlee (Post 3851)
Sweet... my hometown...


Monkey still won't pass it :sad:

HurricaneRN 01-30-2013 12:14 AM

By the looks of the tailpipes that's one of the original test mules, as opposed to the shiny pipes on the black and blue versions it was videotaped with.:pop2:


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