The C6 will be unvailed in Detroit in Jan 04. The factory will re-tool and tha C6 will be in production for the 05 model year.
The C6 will have a longer wheelbase and shorter overall length.
The C6 will have a compass.
The C6 will have heated seats.
The C6 will have more of a dual cockpit interior.
The interior will have less black and be lighter like the 50th models.
There will only be a Coupe and Convertible for 05
2005 will debut a Fixed Roof Car with 500 HP and could be called the “Grand Sport”
Engines will continue to be small block PUSH ROD motor with only 2 valves.
Headlight will be intergated.
Passenger side interior air vents will adjust vertically and horizonally.
The C6 Coupe should be ready to order by March 2004.
The C6 Convertible will be debuted in August of 2004.
Last week the C6 was shown to Dealer Principals at the Venetian in Vegas. Supposedly a Red C6 was shown but not much information given on performance etc. Viewers elsewhere have said the following:
- Fenders are higher and flow into fixed headlights that have lenses that show bulbs clearly.
- Fog lights below the headlights.
- Looks remind some viewers of Ferrari
- Side scoops are not as deep as C5
- Four tail lights
- redesigned rear end that has a VERY short overhang.
- Though 6" shorter overall and 1.2" shorter in Wheel Base, short overhangs make the WB look and I quote, 5" longer.
- Very Edgey, pointy or edgey where C5 is rounded.
- Interior controls appear to be incorporated more into the dash design, rather that the appearance of being components.
- C6 emblem is same as C5 without the Oval.
C6 Information released to dealers 10/17/03
America’s Performance Icon is set to continue its 50-plus year legacy. Over the course of eight successful C5 model years (1997-2004), we’ve witnessed the Corvette reach world-class status in both performance and quality. And now, a sixth generation Corvette nears its introduction and looks to further the outstanding reputation that the Corvette name has established over the years.
The C6 will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Start of production is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2004, with vehicles arriving in-dealership in the fourth quarter of 2004.
As we approach both introduction and launch, please stay tuned as we will provide critical information to you as soon as it’s available.
What will be the estimated price range of the 2005 Corvette?
The product will be priced competitively in the High Sport Segment and will continue Corvette’s tradition of high performance per dollar.
Who is the target customer for the 2005 Corvette?
As always, sports car enthusiasts of all ages.
When will the 2005 Corvette be revealed?
An example of the vehicle will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Greater L.A. Auto Show will also feature a C6 on display after the Detroit reveal.
Is the new Corvette a retro design?
No, but like all Corvettes, it will be classic and timeless in design.
What models will be available for the 2005 Model Year?
Both coupe and convertible models will be available for the 2005 model year. Coupes are scheduled to arrive at dealerships during the fourth quarter of 2004, with convertibles available shortly thereafter.
When will a Z06 version of the sixth-generation Corvette be available?
The Z06 model will be available for the 2006 model year.
How large is the next-generation Corvette?
Interior room and cargo room will be similar to the C5 with a more efficient exterior package.
What engine will the 2005 Corvette have under the hood?
It will boast a Gen IV V8. Specifications will be available in the first quarter of 2004.
What is the horsepower of the Gen IV V8?
Horsepower will be increased from today’s 350 horsepower LS1. Specifications will be available in the first quarter of 2004.
What transmissions will be available?
Both manual and automatic transmissions will be available.
What is the level of change on the C6 versus C5?
The sixth-generation Corvette will feature all new body, interior, suspension and powertrain.
What new features can we expect to see on the 2005 Corvette?
An example of the vehicle will be unveiled in January 2004 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Greater L.A. Auto Show will also feature a C6 on display after the Detroit reveal. Beyond that, we are not in a position to reveal any further details about the vehicle or our plans for it.
Does the new Corvette maintain pop-up headlamps?
The C6 will have a higher-performance fixed high-technology lighting system. More details will be available after the unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
How much commonality is there between Corvette and the Cadillac XLR?
Both cars are built off GM’s Performance architecture. However, all visual interior, exterior, powertrain, chassis development, performance and pricing are different. The Corvette remains a performance sports car while the XLR competes in the Luxury roadster segment (Jaguar XK8, Mercedes SL). They are two totally different cars.
Does the XLR affect the number of Corvettes produced?
No, Corvette production will be comparable to today’s levels. The Cadillac XLR has a dedicated assembly line separate from the Corvette.
When is the start of production (SOP) for the 2005 Corvette?
Production is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2004 at Bowling Green Assembly in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
How many Corvettes will be manufactured?
We have the capacity to produce approximately 35,000 Corvettes annually for the global markets, with 32,000 to 33,000 of them for the North American market.
When will vehicles be available in Chevrolet dealerships?
We anticipate 2005 Corvettes to arrive in-dealership during the fourth quarter of 2004.
How will dealer allocation and units per dealer be determined?
Dealer allocation will be communicated the first quarter of 2004 and specific dealer unit detail will be communicated the second quarter of 2004.
When will the first consensus and Dealer Order Submission occur?
The first consensus for the 2005 model year Corvette will occur in April 2004, with Dealer Order Submission Process (DOSP) beginning in May.
What is required to be a certified Corvette dealer?
Certification requirements will be communicated the fourth quarter of 2003.
The Chevrolet dealers who attended the business meetings in Las Vegas last month had a chance to see the all new C6!
Lutz speaks to Evo Mag. 10-22
“Lutz also waxed lyrical about the up and coming Chevy Corvette, known as the C6. Lutz says he wants Chevy to become a global brand and the C6 coud be the launchpad. He has been driving late model prototypes and predicts the car will be huge. It’s lighter (thanks to an aluminium chasis), smaller (around 911 size) and built to a European standard, especially inside. “I get a euphoric feeling when I drive it. The throttle response, the torque delivery, the ability to place the car on the road…”” - Evo magazine: "
Lutz speaks to Edmuns.com
You did the Viper during your stint at Chrysler, and now Neil Hannemann, who led the Viper team, is doing the GT at Ford. Does GM need a Viper/GT class vehicle, or is the Corvette strong enough to handle that role?
Let me tell you that the Corvette C6 will have versions where we confidently predict it will suck the doors off of both the cars that you just named. The current Z06, with 400 horsepower, on the Gingerman Raceway, laps faster with its 400 horsepower than the new Viper does with 500. So other than just brutal straightline acceleration, the Z06 is faster today. Clearly the C6 Corvette, without giving anything away, is going to be a major step forward in vehicle mass, dimensions, handling, braking and, most important of all, power-to-weight ratio. So I think whatever gap exists now is going to be eliminated — in total performance. I think we’ll match the competition in acceleration, and we will beat them in on-road handling. And if the Z06 version of the C6 is not enough to do it, we’ve got a few tricks up our sleeve, which we’re already investigating. But it will always be Corvette-based.
GM Press Release 10-28
The Gen IV small-block V-8, with higher performance and an array of technical advancements. The Vortec 5300 small-block with DOD debuts on V-8-equipped versions of the 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT, GMC Envoy XUV and Buick Rainier. An automotive application of the Gen IV small-block without DOD debuts later in the 2005 Corvette. "
To: All Corvette Dealers
From: VSSM Order Fulfillment
Re: 2004 Corvette Projected Early Buildout (Model/Option)
Date: October 30, 2003
For your planning purposes, the following 2004 Corvette Models/Options are currently planned to buildout early. Since most of these Models/Options are free-flow, dealers are encouraged to take this into consideration for ordering well in advance of the final order placement. Constraints are anticipated the last few weeks on each buildout Model/Option. This plan assumes sufficient Corvette dealer allocation.
