Chevrolet corvette c7 performance driven function the. The 2014 corvettes provocative exterior is as functional as it is elegant. Watch tall guy prove 2020 chevy corvette is big people. Our test days biggest surprise was a curb weight higher than expected.
This example is also equipped with a roaring sonorous corvette akrapovic titanium slipon line exhaust system and upgraded factory carbon ceramic brakes used in the z06 and grand sport. R, thus those properties also carry over to the race car. Our list is dominated by enthusiastfriendly choices like the nissan gtr, the dodge challenger, the chevrolet corvette stingray. Our 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray didnt stray too far from the office during july, racking up fewer than 900 miles. With the turn of a dial, five distinct driver modes zr1 has three electronically calibrate up to 12 variables, optimizing everything from steering to throttle control for peak performance in every. The c7 road car was noted to incorporate development from the corvette c6. How to set up easy exit driver seat on your corvette, camaro. Providing the go power for the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is the latest update to chevrolets famous smallblock v8. Screwed into each spring at its contact point with this control arm is a height preload adjuster.
Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray coupe 2d 2lt v8. The new lt1 is also four inches shorter in overall height than the competitive. The chevrolet corvette c7 is the seventh generation of the corvette sports car manufactured by american automobile manufacturer chevrolet. Porsches six suffers a deficit of 140 poundfeet to the chevy v8. Car and driver 10 best cars wards 10 best engines nactoy 2014 north american car of the year 2014 brand image awards car and driver, january 2017. Its almost like he could read my mind and immediately gave me a look. The 2014 corvette stingray pace car will be painted laguna blue and will run without modifications to its 6.
Sep 20, 20 the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray is currently available in both coupe and convertible body styles. Best and worst cars for tall and short drivers consumer. This is basically a bolt with a small 10mm hex head on its top, with and a large flange inmolded with segmented rubber bushings between metal disks on its bottom. Tall drivers and c7 question corvetteforum chevrolet corvette. Rated at 455 horsepower and 460 poundfeet of torque, the 2014 corvette stingray is about 5 percent more potent than the last carbut its lighter, too.
Engineering the chevrolet corvettes firstever midengine. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2014 chevrolet corvette 2dr z51 conv w3lt at u. Dec 18, 20 geneva chevrolet revealed the 2014 corvette stingray convertible today at the geneva motor show, featuring an allnew, fully electronic top that can be lowered remotely using the cars key fob. Tony stewart drives the 2014 corvette c7 stingray 2014. After adjusting the seat and steering wheel, he says the fit is quite good. Mar 08, 2017 the 2014 corvettes driver mode selector lets drivers select from one of five driving modes. Corvette spring and height preload adjuster bolt location. From this perspective, the classic blistered fenders and center hood bulge are unexpectedly exaggerated, and no matter what you might think of the latest corvettes styling, all is right with the world from behind the. Watch tall guy prove 2020 chevy corvette is big people friendly. The z51 stingray we weighed at milford crossed the scales at 3444 pounds, about 100 heavier than a c6 grand sport steel space frame, 436 horsepower, z06 chassis hardware. The 2014 corvette stingray is the most powerful standard model ever, with an. Our ride and handling engineers are constantly pushing for continuous improvement to the already outstanding suspension capabilities in corvette.
The corvette also provides a driver mode selector with five settings. Its a softer, silkier burr than the corvette s roar, but the noises that do make it through are more vivid, particularly as the flatsix howls toward its 7600rpm redline. The allnew 2014 chevrolet corvette stingrays provocative exterior styling is as functional as it is elegant. The 911s noise also connects the driver to the machine. Seat height 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm. Driver mode selector allows drivers to tailor virtually every aspect of their corvette based on road conditions and their driving preferences.
It was introduced for the 2014 model year as the first to bear the corvette stingray name since the 1968 third generation model. The allnew corvette stingray is really three cars in one, said harlan charles, production manager of the c7 chevy corvette. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray which boasts the greatest efficiency of any sports car in the market won in the best performance coupe category at the middle east car of the year mecoty award. The c7 corvette s interior is vastly improvedand we show you how. How to set up easy exit driver seat on your corvette. Crystal red tintcoat 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray z51 3lt rwd 7speed manual with active rev matching 6. Vette net provides door to door coverage, unlike others that only provide a between the seats coverage. Car and driver uncovers trouble with corvette stingrays lt1 v8. In a new video, matt from the lethal garage youtube channel has an opportunity to take a seat behind the wheel and see how the 2020 chevrolet corvette c8. While c8s engine and transaxle are both mounted as low as possible in the chassis, there are several parts that are higher than before, he said.
The table below shows all 2014 chevrolet corvette specs by style, including mpg fuel economy, transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Get the best deals on seats for chevrolet corvette when you shop the largest online selection at. Demystifying the c7 magnetic ride upgrade lsx magazine. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2014 chevrolet corvette 2dr z51 cpe w2lt at u. Gm tested vette net at about an 80% reduction with the side windows up and about a 50% reduction in wind and noise with the side windows down. In our 2014 chevy corvette stingray, though, im limited. The pair split and get in the car, stewart falling into the drivers seat. Read the tech article on window adjustments on 1984 to 1990 corvettes, brought to you by the experts at corvette fever magazine. Window adjustments tech articles corvette fever magazine. C7 general discussion tall drivers and c7 question hi all.
Most recently, it was granted the 2014 north american car of year award in the u. Car and driver uncovers trouble with corvette stingrays. Recommendations for a tall driver corvette c3 registry. Used 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray z51 hennessey hpe650. Canadamexico black plate 5,1 6007198 2014 crc 2514 introduction v vehicle symbol chart. Start by raising your seat height so you can see clearly over the hood, and the dash, and the wheel. Additionally, find 2014 chevrolet corvette warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. Quotegale banks 80 hello, at 6 3 i have had the same issue just wait till you go to an event where a helmet is required i have recaro seats in mine and i have removed the tracks on the drivers side and just bolted them down tight to the deck and all the way back. A look back at the c7 chevrolet corvette as we get ready. July 19, 2019 at long last, chevrolet has revealed the midengine version of the iconic everymans supercar, the 2020 corvette stingray. The 2014 corvette stingray is the most powerful standard model ever, with an estimated 450 horsepower 335 kw and 450 lb. Hightech supercar is a steal a supercar version of the corvette, the z06 is still just a quarter of the price of comparable foreign exotics. For comparison, our fleet average for the month was about 1,950 miles per car.
Cameras and radar let corvette drivers know where approaching traffic is located. See indepth 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray z51 coupe specs on various areas including. Complete interior minus dash and wiring the chevrolet corvette is one of the most iconic sports cars in the world, which also makes it one of the most soughtafter vehicles for collectors and restorers. We foresee scratches in the paint and rips in the rubber roof seals as corvette drivers try to lift off the top and replace it by themselves.
Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 2014 chevrolet corvette 2door conv w1lt. The allnew 2014 corvette stingray also won the prestigious 20 sports car of the year title from leading regional automotive magazines sport auto and car bazar, as well as muscle car of the year from car and driver in the region. The best and worst cars for tall and short drivers based on consumer reports evaluation of seat comfort, driving position, access, and the view out. Jul 24, 20 we hit gms supersecret, megadangerous test track with the 2014 corvette as driven by tony stewart. Height driver seat power adjustments lumbar front headrests 2 front headrests. Tony stewart drives the 2014 corvette c7 stingray 2014 chevrolet. I could stand another two inches of travel in seat height. Nov 11, 2016 support my channel when shopping at amazon.
It is also the most capable standard model ever, able to accelerate from 060 in less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip. Today i went into a ford dealership to see if i fit into a shelby gt350 it was 62k or something. Read up on the full specs and check out photos of the new stingray. The 2014 corvette s driver mode selector lets drivers select from one of five driving modes. Used 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray for sale at denooyer.
This car is driven by older men because as children they always admired the corvette, back when it was still cool to drive. Get detailed information on the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Seat height 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray longterm road. As the primary contact interface between car and driver, the seats are almost always in need of some type of. Need mpg information on the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray. He said that he has a 2015 c7 z06 for near the same price 66k so i thought id give it a shot. Visit and get the latest information, as well as detailed specs and features. The component at the root of this whole problem is the driver s seat height adjusting bolt, which allows the system to regulate. The allnew 2014 corvette once again wears the stingray name and badge. When i drive, i usually prefer to slam the seat down to the deck.
No single detail is repeated from previous corvettes. Nov 01, 20 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray z51 vs. At the core of the corvettes driverfocused technologies is a driver mode selector, allowing the drivers to optimize the car for their driving preference and road conditions. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Corvette embraces new technology for help at le mans. Whether you are researching a particular model year corvette, or just browsing through history, we have specs, production counts and other information of interest available. The 2014 corvette stingrays performance was influenced by racing, making this prestigious assignment even more fitting. Gm could be in more hot water over camaro seat recall timing. Mar 07, 2017 the 2014 corvette stingrays performance was influenced by racing, making this prestigious assignment even more fitting. The 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray sets a new benchmark for value among wellequipped, comfortable, highperformance sports cars. The chevrolet corvette c7 is the seventh generation of the corvette sports car manufactured. For owners who want that extra edge of uptotheminute ride and handling in 2014 2018 corvettes.
Exclusive photos and video of the allnew 2014 c7 vette at motor trend. The first c7 corvettes were delivered in the third quarter of 20. As tall folk, we inform you on how well tall drivers and passengers will be accommodated by the. Jun 04, 2014 looking at the 2014 chevrolet corvette convertible, you cant really tell how dramatic the carbonfiber hoods topography is until you slide into the drivers seat. The 2014 chevrolet corvette z06 is the first performance model to be offered with a supercharged engine, automatic transmission and a removable roof panel, thanks to a stronger aluminum frame. Read the latest updates in our longterm road test of the 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray as our editors live with this car for a year. Chevrolet corvette features and specs car and driver. The typical corvette driver is a male somewhere in the neighborhood of 5070 years old, and 8 out of 10 times you will see them wearing a hat that does not fit them well. We hit gms supersecret, megadangerous test track with the 2014 corvette as driven by tony stewart. R racing car, using the c7 generation chevrolet corvette as a base. Confirming that, juechter shed light on the situation. It sounds like at your height, almost any car will be not as comfortable as sitting in your recliner in.
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