Chevrolet Corvette 427

Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition 2013 Became the Fastest Convertible in History

The 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition was made to commemorate the 60th Anniversary Corvette in the world. Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition became the fastest convertible in history.


General Motors (GM) perfectly blends the elements of the Corvette Z06 and the Corvette ZR1, to create this car became the fastest in history. Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition equipped with engine capacity of 7 liters (427 cu inch) LS7 from the Corvette Z06. The machine was claimed to be able to generate power of 505 hp and 637 Nm of torque. Only available with 6-Speed Manual transmission, like the Corvette Z06. GM claimed, 427 Convertible Corvette convertible will be the fastest car in history, with acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. The Top Speed of penetrating 306 km/h.

Engine Corvette LS7 engine jointly developed Le Mans, winning the GT1 class. Engine connecting rods and valves showing entry of titanium. Special, kitchen runway is made by hand at the Performance Build Center owned by General Motors (GM).

Some components are taken from the Corvette Z06, like the rear axle. Alloy Wheels 19 “front and 20″ rear donated by the ZR1, and wrapped in Michelin PS2 tires.

Some parts, Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition is made of carbon fiber such as the hood, fenders, floor panels. The use of carbon fiber car aimed at reducing weight significantly.

With a weight of 1.522 tons (3355 pounds) and 505 hp power, making power-weight ratio of Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition best in its class, with 6.64 or 6.64 1 hp for every heavy vehicle. Meanwhile, Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet reaches 6.90 and the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 RSI 7.58.

Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition is available in a choice of trim 2LT, 3LT and 4LT. Created a unique identification number on each vehicle as ZR1.

Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition offers Arctic White exterior color, interior color and Blue Diamond. Other characteristics of a special logo, ZR1 style rear spoiler, and brake calipers gray. Logo ’60th ‘in the middle of the lid (cap) alloy wheels, steering wheel and seat. Pearl Silver Blue color graphics in the form of an optional sliding up to the roof.

General Motors has not been informed of price and production quantities of this special issue. However, the first product Corvette 427 Convertible will be auctioned for charity at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale on January 21, 2012. The results of the auction will be donated to the organization’s Drive to End Hunger.