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

ec1990 · 01-22-2013, 08:23 PM

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

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

I want to see this interior.

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

Hmmmmm...

Very Interesting....

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

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

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

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

Z06!!!

GaBoy25 · 01-22-2013, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Vette LM7

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!

Stingray · 01-22-2013, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

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!

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

01-22-2013, 08:38 PM	#5
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,709 View My Garage	Sweetness A little earlier than I thought it would be for Z06 news. I want to see this interior. __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

01-22-2013, 08:42 PM	#8
Stingray just can't get enough Drives: a bunch of fast toys... Join Date: May 2012 Location: SoFla Posts: 3,605 View My Garage	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. Attached Images

01-22-2013, 09:14 PM	#11
Vette TPI Drives: 1987 Corvette TPI Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Littleton Posts: 549	Z06!!! __________________

01-22-2013, 09:40 PM	#13
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,876 View My Garage	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! __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

01-22-2013, 08:25 PM	#2
GaBoy25 Drives: 2010 SS/RS M6/2500HD Lmm LTZ Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: South Georgia Posts: 2,543	I like rumors.

01-22-2013, 08:27 PM	#3
Tran Administrator Drives: 2010 Camaro of course.... Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NE baby Posts: 5,616 View My Garage	Doesn't look as good without the rear spoiler IMO. Glad to hear about the Z06 prototype!

01-22-2013, 08:29 PM	#4
GaBoy25 Drives: 2010 SS/RS M6/2500HD Lmm LTZ Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: South Georgia Posts: 2,543	Wow I missed that. I would put that back on lol.

01-22-2013, 08:40 PM	#6
JoeP@TeamBeckyD 1 Drives: SS,PaceCar,ZL1,1LE,C7Z51,Z06,17-ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Detroit, Mich Posts: 68,623	Hmmmmm... Very Interesting....

01-22-2013, 08:41 PM	#7
ec1990 Drives: 2012 AGM SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,407	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: