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2008 Corvette: Iconic Sports Car Recieves Larger, More Powerful LS3 6.2L V-8 And Host Of Driving, Interior Refinements
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All-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine for Coupe and Convertible:
430 hp (321 kW)*
424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm)*
436 hp / 428 lb.-ft. (325 kW / 580 Nm)* with new, optional dual-mode exhaust system
High-flow cylinder heads
Enhanced valvetrain
High-flow intake manifold
Larger-bore block with structural enhancements
Improved manual transmission shift effort
Quicker shift times on paddle-shift six-speed automatic
2.73 performance axle ratio available with six-speed paddle shift; included with Z51 package
Improved steering feel ………

more here:

http://www.corvetteconti.com/blog/?p=195

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and more here too:

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/04/27/2008-chevy-corvette-revealed-with-new-6-2l-ls3-v8-and-up-to-436/

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The Chevy Corvette has been a formidable opponent in sports car racing, particularly at the 24 Hours of Le Mans where it's ruled its class every year since 2001. As such, Chevrolet will bestow upon Europeans a very limited edition 'Victory Edition' model of the Corvette to celebrate the cars aptitude for auto racing. Only 250 units will be produced of the 'Victory Edition', which features either a Black or Velocity Yellow paint job that mimics the colors of the real race cars. Out back each car is fitted with a body-colored wide rear spoiler and sits atop a set of Competition Grey aluminum wheels. The interiors will get contrasting stitching on their two-tone leather seats, as well as Competition Grey sill plates to match the wheels, faux-carbon fiber trim and of course a numbere badge to cement each car's collector status. Other than that, these cars are a basic loaded Corvette Coupe, which feels anything but basic when you're behind the wheel of one.

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PRESS RELEASE:-  Corvette Limited-Run 'Victory Edition' and Refinements.  GENEVA- The sixth-generation Corvette, available as a Coupe or Convertible, is Europe's most popular Corvette model ever. At the beginning of March, Corvette will launch the Victory Edition, a limited-edition model of the Corvette Coupe that commemorates racing success at Le Mans. All Corvette models receive equipment enhancements and refinements for the 2007 model year.  The Corvette Victory Edition celebrates....................

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