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2008 Corvette: More Powerful LS3 6.2L V-8 and Hosts of Driving, Interior Refinements
The changes on the new 2008 Corvette involve everything from an all-new, larger and more powerful V-8 engine to refinements in driving characteristics that solidify the Corvette’s position as the preeminent American sports car. There are also a host of exterior and interior refinements that raise the Corvette’s luxury status and enhance the feeling of craftsmanship. New changes include two new premium exterior colors - Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat. Read more via our website at: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/specs/2008/index.shtml
Chevrolet Corvette and Corvette Z06 - New for 2008

- 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
- Standard split-spoke cast aluminum wheel design for Coupe and Convertible (Competition Gray finish optional)
- Available polished forged aluminum wheel design
- New Keyless Access remote key fob with integrated key
- Interior trim enhancements for all models, including wrapped center trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents
- Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package available for all models in exclusive, new Linen and Sienna colors
- New sill plates
- iPod/MP3 jack included on all sound systems except navigation (Personal Audio Link available as accessory for navigation system)
- OnStar and XM Satellite Radio standard on all models
- Auto-dimming mirrors with compass standard on all models
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