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Key points. 2010 Grand Sport is a new separate Corvette model Grand Sport replaces the Z51 Performance Package as the highest performance LS3 powered Corvette Grand Sport has serious performance hardware to make it the highest performance removable roof coupe and convertible

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  1. Key points • 2010 Grand Sport is a new separate Corvette model • Grand Sport replaces the Z51 Performance Package as the highest performance LS3 powered Corvette • Grand Sport has serious performance hardware to make it the highest performance removable roof coupe and convertible • Grand Sport is the highest performance automatic Corvette • Grand Sport manual coupe includes standard Z52 dry sump performance package and is the recommended choice for the track • 2010 Order guides go to dealers May • Z06 remains a very unique model as the lightest most focused Corvette available with it’s 7.0 (427) LS7 505hp, aluminum frame fixed roof structure and carbon fiber fenders/floors etc. • Z06 and ZR1 will continue

  2. 2010 Corvette Grand Sport – RPO Z16 • 2010 Grand Sport content • Grand Sport – wider body coupe and convertible - aggressive look • Goodyear F1 supercar tires - wider size – 275/35-18x9.5 and 325/30-19x12 • New Grand Sport specific wheels: Silver, Competition Gray or Chrome • Specific unique fender design and integrated Grand Sport badge in cove • Front splitter and tall rear spoiler • Functional brake ducts and extra cooling • Larger 6-piston 14” front & 4-piston 13.4“ rear brakes with silver painted calipers • Specific manual transmission ratios and automatic transmission rear axle ratio • More aggressive shocks, stabilizer bars, and springs • Z52 dry sump package with rear battery and diff cooler on manual coupe • 1LT / 2LT / 3LT / 4LT packages, all exterior colors and interior colors available • Heritage package with fender hash mark stripes (4 colors) and special two-tone seats with ‘Grand Sport’ embroidery available option • 2010 Grand Sport Benefits • 1.0 g lateral acceleration vs .92 g standard and .98 g previous Z51 • 0.2 seconds 0-60 benefit vs standard (4.0 vs 4.2) • Coupe with removable roof and Convertible models (Z06’s are fixed roof only) • 6-speed paddle shift automatic available (Z06’s are manual only) • 26 mpg highway rating vs 24 mpg for Z06 • Less expensive vs Z06

  3. HISTORY of Grand Sport 1963 Corvette purpose-built race car to win Sebring and Le Mans The envisioned Grand Sport would be the ultimate Corvette, a lightweight, powerful factory built racer. Only 5 were built out of the planned 125. 1996 The Corvette Design Team wanted to do a fitting 'close' for the long-running C4 body style. Only 1000 were built all Blue with White stripes and red hash marks. The 1996 version used the standard Corvette engine (LT4) with wider ZR1 size wheels, tires, and chassis components. The 2010 version will use the standard Corvette engine with wider Z06 size wheels, tires, brakes, and chassis.

  4. 2010 Corvette News • NEW Grand Sport Model – Coupe or Convertible • Grand Sport Heritage Package with Iconic Hash mark Stripes and Seat Embroidery • Grand Sport coupe manual with Z52 Dry Sump Performance Package standard includes rear mounted battery and differential cooler • Torch Red is back – Z06 and ZR1 available in all 8 colors for the 1st time • Launch Control standard with all manual transmissions • 6-speed paddle shift automatic - Push and hold feature allows easy return to auto mode using’+’ paddle • Side Airbags standard on all Corvettes • New interior console trim plates - Orbit and Gunmetal patterns • Crossed flag logo embroidery seat option • Convertible includes Z06 style tall spoiler • Z06 and ZR1 now available with cashmere interior • Z06 3LZ package now includes power sport seats and power passenger seat • ZR1 includes PTM - Performance Traction Management Technology • PTM is an advanced system that integrates your Traction Control, Active Handling, and Selective Ride Control systems to enhance racetrack driving consistency and overall performance. With PTM you can now push full throttle while exiting a corner on a racetrack as the system automatically manages your overall acceleration dynamics • Available Competition Gray wheels for ZR1 • 1 year XM subscription included with 3LT – 2LZ – 3ZR option packages • Cashmere custom leather wrapped interior – interim availability

  5. 2009 Competition Sport Corvette (RPO CSC) • Chevrolet introduces a new Corvette package available for a limited time • The Competition Sport package is for the Corvette purist and driving enthusiast • Perfect Corvette for the enthusiast who attends driving schools, autocross, and track events • Focus on lightest weight version and performance driving features • Pricing: Coupe @ $55,655 and Z06 @ $77,500 w/ DFC (Complete - no options available) • Included in the package: • Competition Gray Exterior Stripes, Wheels, and Headlamps • Corvette Racing ‘Jake’ and ‘CSR’ logos on b-pillar, headrest, and center armrest • -Ebony Interior with titanium embroidery • -Corvette Racing Pedals from GCA • -Special engine cover: Carbon pattern with red lettering • -Racing style numbers with number based on build sequence to be installed by customer • Available in either Coupe 1LT with 436 hp or Z06 1LZ with 505 hp versions • -Z06 CSC available in 17U Blade Silver or 41U Black • Coupe CSC available in 17U Blade Silver or 10U Arctic White • Coupe CSC version also includes in package: • Z51 Performance Package • NPP Performance Exhaust • Differential Cooler • Head Up Display • Red Painted Brake Calipers • Z06 tall spoiler

  6. 2009 Corvette GT1 Championship Editions (RPO GT1) • Chevrolet and Corvette Racing introduce a new limited edition • The GT1 Championship Editions Celebrates Corvette C6.R Racing Success • American Le Mans Series GT1 Manufacturers Champions for 8 years • 5 time 24 Hours of Le Mans GT1 Champions • Over 70 victories in ALMS racing • 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans race will close out this successful era • Included in the package: • C6.R livery inspired graphics feature Corvette Racing ‘Jake’, Championships, and driver flags • ZR1 style body color full width spoiler and chrome wheels • Custom Leather Wrapped Ebony Interior with exclusive Yellow accent stitching • GT1 embroidery on the leather seats, instrument panel, and center console armrest • -Special Engine Cover with carbon pattern and yellow Corvette lettering • -Windshield banner – owner installed • Available in either Coupe 4LT ($65,310), Convertible 4LT ($71,815), and Z06 3LZ ($86,385) • - Available in 45U Velocity Yellow (with black headlamps) or 41U Black • Specific VIN sequence 300001 series for 45U Velocity Yellow representing the #3 C6.R • Specific VIN sequence 400001 series for 41U Black representing the #4 C6.R • Limited production to 100 per each color and body style combination and 600 total in Spring ‘09 • Coupe and Convertible versions also include: • Z51 Performance Package, NPP Performance Exhaust • Optional MX0 6-speed Paddle Shift Automatic on Coupe and Convertible • Optional C2L dual roof package on Coupe • Optional U3U Navigation System on all

  7. CORVETTE RACING SCHEDULE Final GT1 Races MARCH 21 10:05a-10:05p Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring - Sebring, FL APRIL 18 4:10p-5:50p Long Beach, CA JUNE 13-14 24 Heures du Mans New GT2 Races AUGUST 8 2:10p-4:55p Mid-Ohio - Lexington, OH AUGUST 16 1:00p-5:00p Road America - Elkhart Lake, WI AUGUST 30 3:05p-5:50p Mosport - Bowmanville, ON CA SEPTEMBER 26 11:15a-9:15p Road Atlanta/Petit Le Mans - Braselton, GA OCTOBER 10 2:05p-6:05p Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca - Monterey, CA • Corvette Corrals at US races continue • Sebring was the introduction of the GT1 Championship editions and the yellow and black race car livery

  8. ZR1 Features • Unique VIN sequence – Driving School Included • LS9 Supercharged V8 with 638 hp and 604 lb-ft torque • Toughened Trans and diff, true close ratio box – 65 mph on first gear! • Unique Hood – Visible Carbon fiber inside / painted outside – Raised with window to view engine • Roof and Roof Bow with visible carbon fiber • Ceramic brakes – Brembo – 394 mm (15.5”) front / 380 mm (15”) rear • Brake pads are among largest for a production car @ 148 sq. cm. • Wheels 20 spoke – Sterling Silver or Chrome – 19x10” front 20x12” rear • Michelin Pilot Sport 2 ZP – 285/30-19 front and 335/25-20 rear • Carbon Fiber Fenders – Wider with Unique dual cove design • Front Splitter and Rocker extensions in visible carbon fiber • Unique design body color full width Spoiler • Badges – Fender, rear fascia, and cluster • Seat Embroidery and Sill Plates with logo • Boost gauge in cluster and HUD, 220 mph speedometer • Magnetic Selective Ride Control with Track level suspension • Variable Ratio Power Steering

  9. 2009Model Year Order Data – April 21 2009 – 15,237 total 51% 7717 21% 3120 1LT 8% 2LT 22% 3LT 62% 4LT 9% 1LT 38% 2LT 15% 3LT 42% 4LT 5% 21% 6% 3160 1240 1LZ 13% 2LZ 52% 3LZ 35% 1ZR 3% 3ZR 97%

  10. 2009 April 21 Corvette (Coupe / Conv ) – Model Year Data MX0 67% / 82% F55 10% / 34% CC3 17% C2L 13% ( ) Z51 37% / 28% DUAL ROOF U3U 27% / 47% NPP 50% / 62% Sparkle Silver QG6 30% / 15% Comp Gray QX1 7% / 3% Polished QG7 17% / 13% Chrome Q9V 46% / 57%

  11. 2009 April 21 Corvette Model Year Data Coupe Convertible Black Top 72% Beige Top 21% Gray Top 7%

  12. 2009 April 21 Corvette Model Year Data Z06 ZR1 Z06 Sparkle Silver Q10 10% Comp Gray Q44 11% Chrome Q8A 56% Q76 15% ZR1 Sterling Silver Q6A 20% Chrome Q6B 80% U3U 67% U3U 97%

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