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Review Of 2005 Corvette

According to the Detroit News, the 2005 corvette comes close to perfect.


Snapshot

EPA Fuel Economy:
City: 18 Highway: 26 – 28
Available Engines:
400-hp, 6.0-liter V-8
Available Transmissions:
4-speed automatic w/OD6-speed manual w/OD

Notable Features

• 400-hp, 6.0-liter V-8
• Coupe and convertible body styles
• Manual or automatic
• Improved aerodynamics
• Available Z51 Performance Package

Pros

+ Performance
+ RWD handling
+ Heritage
+ Instrument layout and legibility
+ Appearance

Cons

- Wet-pavement traction and control
- Idling noise and vibration on some cars
- Difficult entry and exit
- Visibility in convertible


Vehicle Summary

Still known as “America’s sports car,” the Chevrolet Corvette gets a full redesign for the 2005 model year. The new model is shorter and slightly narrower than the previous version but promises nearly as much passenger space. Engine output has grown by 50 horsepower, and the headlights are now fixed units.


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