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Old 01-19-14 | 07:27 PM
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Part one is above, it's a really good documentation of the design and construction of the C7 and it's engineering. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHHm7IiULuo#t=21
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Callaway details new supercharged Stingray SC610



Callaway Corvette SC610

For over 25 years, the engineers at Callaway have produced high performance, specialist versions of the Chevrolet Corvette. With a philosophy that valued in-house component design and development in lieu of bolting on brand names, the Callaway team forged its own unique path. Utilizing no-compromise materials, advanced manufacturing techniques and a form-follows-function design approach, Callaway's association with Corvette modification flourished over the years. From production of the RPO B2K Callaway Twin Turbo Corvettes built under contract for Chevrolet, to Corvette-based "C12″ and "C16″ supercars, to impressive road racing successes in World Challenge, Le Mans, ADAC GT Masters and FIA, Callaway enjoys a very special bond with Corvette.

For 2014, the Chevrolet team has introduced the most sophisticated, most feature-packed Corvette to date. Since Spring of 2013, during Callaway's earliest days evaluating the "C7″ at the GM Tech Center, we knew that we were witnessing something very special. Direct fuel injection, continuously variable valve timing and advanced engine management control architecture were just some of the techniques added for the 2014 model. The new features help allow the Callaway-modified LT1 to produce over 600 horsepower with flawless transition into and out of positive manifold pressure. Fuel economy is practically unchanged from stock as active fuel management and modulated supercharger valving sense operating conditions and respond accordingly.

This year, the Callaway Corvette supercharger has several new features. Eaton's TVS four-lobe, high helix rotor pack is retained for its high efficiency, OEM-certified quality and service-proven reliability. However, Callaway's new supercharger housing and manifold have been completely redesigned for improved airflow and a new intercooler configuration reduces charge air temperature. Now front-driven, the new supercharger design extends through the hood for 2014, framed by a Callaway Carbon hood surround panel and integrated underhood air extractor.

No one-off tuner cars here, all Callaways are assembled to precise engineering specifications by our expert technicians. That's one reason why Callaway can provide the most comprehensive standard warranty among all specialty manufacturers, and an optional 5 year/100,000 mile Extended Powertrain Service Contract. It's also why organizations like NADA include Callaway as its own marque in their price guides. Like all Callaway cars and trucks, Callaway Corvettes are sold by a select group of Authorized Callaway/Chevrolet Dealers, the best dealers in the business.

During the summer of 2013, Callaway Competition won the ADAC GT Masters championship and Chevrolet authorized Callaway exclusive rights to construct and homologate Corvette C7R GT3 race cars for FIA competition.

2014 Callaway Corvette Standard Equipment
Eaton TVS (Twin Vortices Series) Supercharger System
Callaway Honker High Flow Intake System
Callaway Double-D Stainless Steel Exhaust System
Callaway Carbon Hood Surround/Extractor, with "Supercharged" Emblems
Callaway Exterior Badging
Callaway Door Sill Panels
Callaway Floor Mats
Callaway Underhood Plaque with Vehicle Identification Number
Callaway Dash Plaque
Callaway Key Fob
Callaway Corvette Authenticity Documentation
Callaway 3 year/36,000 mile Limited Warranty

2014 Callaway Corvette Optional Equipment
Callaway AeroWagon Package (Spring 2014)
Callaway Nine Spoke Wheel/Michelin Tire package (Spring 2014)
Callaway Coil-Over Suspension with Double Adjustable Dampers (Spring 2014)
Callaway ShortThrow Shifter (Spring 2014)
Callaway Le Mans GT Brake Package (Spring 2014)
Callaway Sport interior Group (Spring 2014)
Callaway Carbon Body Package (Spring 2014)
Callaway Carbon Splitter (Spring 2014)
Callaway Carbon Rear Spoiler (Spring 2014)
Callaway Carbon Rocker Panels (Spring 2014)
Callaway Corvette Car Cover
National Corvette Museum Delivery
Callaway Factory Delivery
Callaway Extended 5 year/100,000 mile Limited Powertrain Service Contract

2014 Callaway Corvette Performance*
- Horsepower: 610 bhp @ 6400 rpm (SAE) | Torque: 556 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm (SAE)
0-60 mph: 3.4 sec | 1/4 mi ET/Speed: 11.0 sec @ 125 mph | Max Lateral Acceleration: 1.05g
*pre-production estimate
http://www.autoblog.com/2014/01/20/c...c610-official/
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Corvette Racing will field two C7.Rs during the 2014 racing season, starting at the 52nd Rolex 24 at Daytona on January 25 and 26.
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Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
Callaway details new supercharged Stingray SC610
never liked Callaway vettes.... always have looked tacky IMO
This one appears to look better, but I still like the Z51 wheels better.
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Sweet video of the C7 R from build to race track. Go team Corvette!

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Old 01-21-14 | 09:29 AM
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If you've always dismissed the Chevy Corvette, convertible in particular, as a mid-life desperation machine this might be hard to accept but the C7 Corvette is really, really good. KBB's Micah Muzio comes to grips with this new reality as he drives the 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible in and around Palm Springs.
Old 01-21-14 | 02:16 PM
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Are those factory colors or PS? The green is incredible!
Old 01-21-14 | 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by LexFather
Are those factory colors or PS? The green is incredible!
I agree, that really pops. Would love to know it's name if it is a factory color
Old 01-23-14 | 09:52 AM
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Hennessey Performance chassis dyno tests its first twin turbo 2014 C7 Corvette Stingray. On 7 psi boost and 93 octane fuel it laid down 608 rear wheel hp.
Old 01-23-14 | 09:59 AM
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What a monster. Trully a Legacy of American Domestic products

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350 Lbs/FT at 2,500 RPM....M sorry what ?....430 lbs/ft at 3,000 RPM....WHAT ??? 550 lbs/ft at 4200 RPM....Wheels Torque!!

Ok

Ok

You got me

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Old 01-23-14 | 10:02 AM
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I love this new Vette. Looks amazing and so far everything looks amazing in terms of performance. My father in law got a ride in one recently and he didnt like the way the tranny felt. He said there was some type of vibration while riding in the car. The owner said the dealer promised it would get better as the car was broken in. I wonder of a big dude can fit in them. They look so much smaller than before and I could barely fit in the last one
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Originally Posted by I8ABMR
I love this new Vette. Looks amazing and so far everything looks amazing in terms of performance. My father in law got a ride in one recently and he didnt like the way the tranny felt. He said there was some type of vibration while riding in the car. The owner said the dealer promised it would get better as the car was broken in. I wonder of a big dude can fit in them. They look so much smaller than before and I could barely fit in the last one
I am small enough, would you care to buy me one ? I promise you I will fit....

Yeah, the C7 is big performance for the money, that is all around, not just one thing. Many people mistakenly taking the C7 as other Vettes. It is not, it is a different beast all of it own, in it own class. The class that you can call

Affordable, Super car, exotic materials, great handling, Rival those of German and Italian. The only down size is....short red line.....but that is where the Monster torque come into play.
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Meet your machine: the all-new 2014 Corvette Stingray.


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