It is difficult to get your hands on an American sports car more iconic than Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette, the current generation of this All-American Classic, features more angular styling on the exteriors and improved interiors than C5 Chevrolet Corvette. Chevrolet Corvette has once again combined the fast and sporty features of high-priced exotic cars with affordability and practicality of daily drivers. Thus, it is perfect for buyers in the automobile market looking for sports car. The Auto Press ranks 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 1 out of 8 in terms of Luxury Sports Cars.
Although the Corvette is America’s sportscar, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has been designed for taking on the world. With 505 horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, Carbon Fiber Galore and lightweight skeleton made of aluminum, it is the most stylish corvette ever built. Chevy has claimed that it goes from 0-60 in 3.4s with a top speed of 205 mph. This makes it rank along side 2009 Audi R8 and Lamborghini Gallardo and at the same time, give its competitors a run for their money with its affordable rate and attractive looks. Again, quarter mile at 130 MPH in 11.3s is enough for outgunning most supercars of Europe.
Chassis of 2009 Chevrolet Corvette combines hydroformed beams (aluminum) with magnesium and aluminum structural components over carbon-fiber composite floors. It has several more carbon fiber body panels than any of its siblings. However, wider front fenders of carbon fiber with dual air vent were present in 1963’s Sting Ray. Rocker Panel’s thin moldings, roof panel and front fascia splitter are all exposed carbon fiber weaves with special GM-developed clear-coat that are expected to safeguard them for the life of this vette.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette has taken huge strides when it comes to interior fittings and finishing. Still, if you poke around in base trims, you may come across flimsy plastic panels. However, their interiors are only a step or two behind the leaders, ZR1 & Z06. Remarkable cargo capacity (22 in Coupes and 11 in Convertibles), huge gauges and easy control have made Vette a sports car, which is to live on a regular basis.
Standard features of 2009 Chevrolet Corvette includes lavish leather seats, heated bucket seats (front), electro-chromic rearview mirror, auto climate control, stability & traction control and a 6-Disc CD Changer supported by 7 Speakers in total. You can even go for metallic paint on the body or even an increase in the number of speakers, but at a slight extra cost.
Antilock disc brakes in 2009 Chevrolet Corvette are standard, as is its superb system of stability control (also referred as ‘Active Handling’). The latter offers non-invasive assistance and lets you enjoy a driving style never experienced before. This is sure to give expert drivers more leeway and still maintain safety. Side-impact airbags are standard to LT models and optional with 1LT ones.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette can outrun anything on the road. It is bargain that can be compared to most supercars.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
Specification
Wheelbase: 105.7
Overall Length: 175.6
Overall Width: 75.9
Overall Height: 49.0
Curb Weight: 3180
Cargo Volume: 22.4 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity: 18.0
Seating Capacity: 2
Front Head Room: 38.0
Max. Front Leg Room: 43.0
Engines
Size: 6.2 /376
Horsepower @ rpm: 430 @ 5900
Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm: 424 @ 4600
Availability Standard
EPA City / highway mpg
6-speed automated 15/25
6-speed manual 16/26
2009 Audi R8 Prices & Equipment
Trim Name Retail Price Dealer Invoice Destination Charge
Base 2-door coupe $49,415 $43466 $850