C6 Z06

[Luckyluciano]

Hi Guy's

Could you please point me in the right direction regarding some info on the C6 Z06.
Looking for std equip, optional extras and service intervals/costs. I have had a quick look and everything tells
me how quick it is but little info found on anything else.

Also I need info on the width to see if it would fit in the garage

Thanks in advance

[AdeTuono]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_C6

http://www.z06-corvette.com/c6z06/specs/

Just do it. Had mine for 3-4 months now, and it's epic.

[10 CYL]

AdeTuono said:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_C6

http://www.z06-corvette.com/c6z06/specs/

Just do it. Had mine for 3-4 months now, and it's epic.

I couldn't agree more

[mitch_]

As I recall, albeit it late on a Friday night Z06's follow GM's standard service regime which would be:-

Every 1 Year/10,000 miles/service indicator requested service. Oil and filter change plus overall mechanical inspection.

Every 2 Years/20,000 miles/service indicator requested service. As above but including air & pollen filters. Brake fluid should also be replaced.

Every 6 Years/60,000 miles/service indicator requested service. As above including transmission fluid replacement and a ream of things that I can't remember. This is the big 'un so to speak.

Beyond this we are now recommending regular clutch fluid bleeds as the fluid is easily contaminated and can lead to clutch slippage. Once this begins the clutch needs replacing along with slave cylinder. All cooling systems should be inspected carefully on each and every service.

[Luckyluciano]

Thanks for the info. Now need to measure the garage before a test drive.

[Gixer]

It's late so I'm bound to miss stuff here but here goes


2006 orig silver cntr console. Rawest of them all
2007 multifunction wheel. More sound deadening.
2008 facelifted console. Different shorter shift box. Slightly softer rear setup. Revised steering rack
2009 leather wrap dash option
2010 (I think) auto opening hatch

In the US 3 option packages available ZL 1,2,3. 3 being the most loaded. 2 being most common. Nav being an option on them all

In the UK all a bit different but Nav still an option. If Nav is fitted you loose the Mp3 aux 6 disk changer

Spend some time on google

Edited by Gixer on Saturday 26th November 00:12

[10 CYL]

mitch_ said:

As I recall, albeit it late on a Friday night Z06's follow GM's standard service regime which would be:-

Every 1 Year/10,000 miles/service indicator requested service. Oil and filter change plus overall mechanical inspection.

Every 2 Years/20,000 miles/service indicator requested service. As above but including air & pollen filters. Brake fluid should also be replaced.

Every 6 Years/60,000 miles/service indicator requested service. As above including transmission fluid replacement and a ream of things that I can't remember. This is the big 'un so to speak.

Beyond this we are now recommending regular clutch fluid bleeds as the fluid is easily contaminated and can lead to clutch slippage. Once this begins the clutch needs replacing along with slave cylinder. All cooling systems should be inspected carefully on each and every service.

Mitch

Assuming it's just an oil and filter change plus mechanical check what would the cost be?

Thanks

[niall1717]

Mitch, I'll be due the 6 year service later next year. What am I looking at if I make the drive up to see you?

[ringram]

The 08 got the new stronger TR6060 trans with better synchro's the earlier stuff used the T56 trans.

[niall1717]

ringram said:

The 08 got the new stronger TR6060 trans with better synchro's the earlier stuff used the T56 trans.

Yes I must admit my '06 makes some worrying noises back there on occasion. If the synchro ever failed at least I could upgrade I guess.

[mitch_]

Gents, I will check with my aftersales team in the morning and get straight back to you.

For what it's worth we've not had any transmission issues on Z06 that I know of. The clutch is the weak point as it was designed to be zero-maintenance and is hard to access and nigh on impossible to inspect.

[101jcb]

hi guys,,just bought an 08 zo6. ive had a few fast cars, including a 430 amongst other stuff, and this is unbelievable. bloody hell its fast, in a different league. its totally standard, and has 7000 miles on the clock. anyone got any tasteful mods worth doing? (not wanting to spend fortunes!) thanks alot

[Gixer]

Hi

I'd start with a 'mild to wild' if it hasn't already got one

http://nakidparts.com/

....and if you haven't already, then consider joining the club. It's less than half a tank of fuel and gets you various discounts and a mag

http://www.corvetteclub.org.uk

Edited by Gixer on Monday 28th November 14:44

Edited by Gixer on Monday 28th November 14:45

[101jcb]

Hi, is that purely a control system for the exhaust 'flaps'? ie, does the same as taking the exhaust module fuse?

[Gixer]

Yes. It plugs in instead of the fuse and come with 2 remotes to enable switching the flaps while driving or while standing next to the car when it running

[101jcb]

ok.. i see, thanks for that,, must admit, pulling and pushing the fuse is a pain. What about tyres? im needing a set of rears, and seem to be struggling to get anything with any reasonable tread.. Ive got a set of pilot sport cups waiting for me at national tyres,, but they.ve only got about 3.5 mm of tread... no use for our climate, or covering any mileage.. Any thoughts? How much tread have the eagle f1 g2's got...

[Tom74]

If you are in any way 'enthusiastic' then you'll find you need rear tyres every 5k or so!

By all accounts the G2's are better than the G1's that were on mine from new (lasted a shade under 5k), there are alternatives, especially if you don't want a runflat. I have PS2's on mine, a bit larger at 345 but no problems with them (currently up to 6k on these tyres inc a couple of wet trackdays). Mind you, mine is not an everyday car.

Others have had Pirelli's or Bridgestones, the cup's would be good but not for a UK winter! As you have found, its supply rather than choice that is the limiting factor in the UK.

[ringram]

Power wise you can do a couple of minor mods, intake airbox, full length headers etc without upsetting things.
IIRC 11 seconds off the showroom floor are possible. Which is very fast!

[mitch_]

niall1717 said:

Mitch, I'll be due the 6 year service later next year. What am I looking at if I make the drive up to see you?

Gents,

1 year service is £250+VAT

6 year service is £600+VAT which includes a coolant replacement.

We check all cars for any service bulletins and software updates when they are with us too.

For those looking for tyres we now have stock of Supercar G:2's and whilst I don't have the price for the fronts to hand the rears are £470+VAT. Subject to any large orders we should have these in stock on an ongoing basis now.

[10 CYL]

mitch_ said:

Gents,

1 year service is £250+VAT

6 year service is £600+VAT which includes a coolant replacement.

We check all cars for any service bulletins and software updates when they are with us too.

For those looking for tyres we now have stock of Supercar G:2's and whilst I don't have the price for the fronts to hand the rears are £470+VAT. Subject to any large orders we should have these in stock on an ongoing basis now.

Mitch

Thanks for the info I will contact your service department early next year to book the car in with you late February 2012