Thursday, February 12, 2009

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2009 ZR1

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Chevrolet has announced the final pricing for the uber fast 2009 Corvette ZR1.The 2009 Corvette ZR1 starts at $103,300, which includes the $850 destination charges. In addition to that starting price you will also have to add the $1,700 Gas guzzler tax. If you want the upgraded interior package which includes: a power-adjustable, heated and leather-trimmed sport seats (embroidered with the ZR1 logo); side air bags; Bose premium audio system; navigation system; Bluetooth connectivity; power telescoping steering column; and a custom leather-wrapped interior available in four colors you are going to have to dish out another $10,000. Chrome wheels are also a $2,000 option. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 is powered by a supercharged 6.2L V8 that puts out 638 horsepower and 604 lb-ft of torque. It reaches 0-60mph in 3.4 seconds and has a top speed of 205 mph.Related Stories:2009 Corvette Z06 Gets a Few UpgradesIt's Official the 2009 Chevy Corvette ZR1 puts out 638 HP!PRESS RELEASE:Chevrolet announces performance results and pricing for the new ultimate-performance CorvetteDETROIT – The official Corvette ZR1 numbers are in and they’re good. Very good:- $103,300 MSRP (including $850 destination charge)- EPA-estimated fuel economy of 14 city and 20 highway- 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds- 0-100 mph in 7.0 seconds- Quarter-mile elapsed time of 11.3 seconds at 131 mphThe Corvette ZR1 also has a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h), making it the fastest Corvette ever produced and ranking it among the global super cars of commensurate performance. None of those other super cars, however, equals the ZR1’s performance-per-dollar ratio.“The ZR1 is an incredible machine by any measure,” said Ed Peper, North American Vice President, Chevrolet. “There’s simply no other vehicle in the world that does a better job of balancing performance, price and fuel economy.”Performance perspectiveThe Corvette ZR1’s 0-60 performance is 0.3-second quicker than the already-quick Corvette Z06 and the 0-100-mph performance is nearly a full second quicker - 7 seconds vs. the Z06’s 7.9 seconds. It is performance that is equal to or better than many super cars costing substantially more.“A favorable power-to-weight ratio gives the ZR1 an advantage over the competition and performance that has to be experienced to fully appreciate,” said Tom Wallace, Corvette chief engineer. “Of course, on a racetrack, drivers of competitors’ cars may appreciate the ZR1 in a whole different manner.”And the racetrack isn’t the only place where the ZR1 trumps its super-car competitors – it beats them at the gas pump, too. According to fueleconomy.gov, the ZR1’s EPA-rated 14 city and 20 highway mileage ratings beat 2008 competitors such as the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (11 city / 15 highway); the Lamborghini Murcielago (8 city / 13 highway) and the Aston Martin V8 Vantage (12 city / 19 highway). They’re competitive with the Dodge Viper (13 city / 22 highway) and the Porsche 911 GT3 (15 city / 22 highway).Under the carbon-fiber hoodA new LS9 6.2L supercharged small-block engine powers the ZR1’s performance capability. Heavy-duty and lightweight reciprocating components support high-rpm performance, while a new, sixth-generation supercharger (and complementing charge-cooling system) helps the LS9 make big power and torque across the rpm range. The engine is hand-assembled at GM’s Performance Build Center, in Wixom, Mich.In addition to the LS9 engine, the ZR1 is a technology powerhouse, designed with lightweight and unique components that reinforce its performance with a confidant feel on either a highway or road course.OptionsThe standard ZR1 comes with accoutrements based on the Z06, including lightweight seats and lightweight content. The available uplevel interior package includes power-adjustable, heated and leather-trimmed sport seats (embroidered with the ZR1 logo); side air bags; Bose premium audio system; navigation system; Bluetooth connectivity; power telescoping steering column; custom leather-wrapped interior available in four colors and more. Chrome wheels are the only other available option on the ZR1. Detailed pricing noted below.- $103,300 Base MSRP including destination- $1,700 Gas guzzler tax- $10,000 Option package- $2,000 Chrome wheelsAbout ChevroletChevrolet is one of America’s best-known and best-selling automotive brands. With the largest dealer network in the United States, Chevy is the leader in full-size trucks and the leader in sales of vehicles priced $35,000 and above. Chevrolet delivers more-than-expected value in every vehicle category. Chevy cars and trucks have expressive design, spirited performance and great value with standard features usually found only on more expensive vehicles. More information on Chevrolet can be found at http://www.chevrolet.com/.

2010 Camaro

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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

2010 Camaro & 2010 Mustang



2010 Camaro V6/RS/SS


2010 Mustang GT/GT500/V6






They are both beautiful futuristic vehicles from Ford and GM, But heres what I have to say.



2010 Mustang



Dear Ford,



Why did you have to do such a dramastic change to the 2010 Mustang? Yes, i do like them but I dont think they'll sell like you think they will because of the rearend...I know its the future but you've gone too far, sexy sexy car in the GT500 package, even a Camaro forum says its beautiful, be I cant get past that rearend...You would have been better off with the S197 body style with A few cosmetic changes.



2010 Camaro



Dear GM,



Your Camaro has stolen my heart, its wierd because I'm a Ford man hands down...but you've done it this time....there is no problem with this car....just please have ABL (Ambient Lightning) on the first Batch of Camaros, Congrats on Transformers 2 and the Camaro being in it, I just cant get past Dale Jr.'s Camaro...its hiddeous..