Corvette C6.Rs Finish Second and Third in Competition Debut

Corvette Racing Battles Back in Long Day's Journey at Sebring

Corvette Racing overcame adversity to finish second and third in the GT1 class at Sebring International Raceway with the new Corvette C6.R race cars. After dominating the first eight hours of the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, the final third of the 12-hour race became a test of endurance for the Corvette Racing team as both cars were damaged in accidents. The No. 3 Compuware Corvette C6.R driven by Ron Fellows, Johnny O'Connell and Max Papis finished one lap behind the GT1 class winner after a brake rotor failure sent the car into a tire barrier. The No. 4 Compuware Corvette of Oliver Gavin, Olivier Beretta and Jan Magnussen claimed third place with six minutes remaining in the race after extensive repairs following hard contact with another car.

"I'm disappointed that we had to finish second and third because the cars were good enough to finish first and second," said Doug Fehan, GM Racing program manager for Corvette Racing. "The thing that I am most proud about is that this team simply does not give up in the face of adversity. Within 30 minutes, both cars were essentially put out of the race, yet after repairs they were back racing at full speed."

It was a good day with two Corvettes on the podium in the C6.R's first event, and good competition among great marques in the GTI class," added Steve Shannon, GM executive director of marketing services. "I think it will be an epic battle." The second round of the American Le Man Series will be fought on the red soil of Road Atlanta, the site of the Grand Prix of Atlanta, on April 17. For the complete release and for more Corvette Racing information visit: www.corvetteracing.com

ZR-1/C4 Gathering and Corvette Forum Event Brick Unveiling

We hope you are planning to attend the ZR-1/C4 Gathering scheduled for May 12-14 and the Corvette Forum Cruise-In taking place May 26-28. If you plan to have a brick placed in time for these events, please order your brick before Monday, March 28. Brick orders placed before the deadline will be engraved and placed in time for you or your club to see at the event. To order your event brick click here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/brick/index.shtml

Please remember to reference your brick order to “ZR-1/C4 Gathering” or “Corvette Forum Cruise-In” event. For additional information or to register for either of these events visit our website at: www.corvettemuseum.com

The Next Generation of Corvette Accessories

The sixth-generation 2005 Chevrolet Corvette can turn heads by simply standing still. Add to that an all-new generation of accessories and the result is a Corvette enthusiast’s dream. While designing the 2005 Corvette’s expressive new muscular form, GM took it one step further and integrated accessories into the vehicle development. Corvette Chief Engineer and Vehicle Line Executive David Hill worked with the accessories team at the onset of the Corvette design process. “All Genuine Corvette Accessories are engineered to meet strict OEM quality standards,” said Hill. “The result is an array of accessories with the best fit, best function and most tailored appearance for the Corvette.” 

GM’s design studio created a Genuine Corvette Accessory logo that will be featured on many of the new accessories. It’s all about personalization. Corvette owners can customize the appearance of their vehicles by alternating the standard ebony pieces with body-color trim pieces. Body-color accessories, including interior trim, a rear spoiler, license plate holders and exterior door handles, offer 2005 Corvette owners an extra dose of vehicle personalization. For a complete list of Chevy Accessories and to find out about more ways to personalize the 2005 Corvette , please visit www.gmaccessorieszone.com or call toll-free 866-901-9001 to speak to one of GM’s knowledgeable accessory agents. All Chevrolet accessories can be purchased through Chevrolet dealerships.

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Submitted by Bobbie Jo Lee, National Corvette Museum Communications, who can be reached at mailto:bobbiejo@corvettemuseum.com or visited on the web at http://www.corvettemuseum.com.

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