2013 Chevrolet Corvette 60th Anniversary

Description

The guys at Chevrolet know how to throw a party, and for the Corvette's 60th birthday, they brewed up this super cool anniversary model that mixes and matches the best components from the various Corvette models to create something truly special. And with just 1135 miles on the clock, this one is virtually new in every way and a must-have for any serious Corvette collector.

You could probably call this anniversary Corvette a convertible Z06, since it's got the Z06's carbon-fiber-enhanced bodywork, trick magnetic suspension, and thundering 7.0 liter V8. The look is definitely an upgrade over the base 'Vette and makes this anniversary model stand out among its distinguished peers. It's quite distinctive in its Arctic White paint with silver-blue stripes (note that the stripes continue on the convertible top, too!), and the voluptuous Z06 bodywork never looked better. It's got the splitter on the chin, brake cooling ducts on the quarters, and the somewhat subtle spoiler out back, all of which do more than look good. And with so few miles on the clock, everything remains in first-rate condition that looks like it just rolled out of the showroom. Unlike, say, the many pace cars that have rolled out of GM styling studios, this one is restrained and handsome, yet the unique look is far more distinctive than previous anniversary models.

The anniversary models also received a bespoke blue leather interior that's as attractive as anything found in a European sports car costing thousands more. All the usual Corvette goodies are here, ranging from automatic climate control to power seats to a navigation system, so you won't have to give up any luxury to enjoy the towering performance. Like the exterior, the interior is factory-fresh with almost no signs of use, even on the leather seating surfaces. And looking around, you can see just how far the Corvette guys have come in upgrading the Corvette's interior, because every surface feels rich to the touch and the color is both consistent and subtle, so you'll never get tired of being behind the wheel. There's more Corvette goodness in the form of a slick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission, lightweight aluminum pedals, and a grippy steering wheel wrapped in suede, so it feels suitably racy. The aforementioned convertible top does sport fabric stripes of its own and stows in seconds under the hard-shell deck.

The Z06's 7.0 liter V8 engine produces a staggering 505 horsepower and 470 pounds of torque, enough to humble even the most potent Corvettes of yore. The red coil covers give it away when you open the hood, and the list of special performance-enhancing components is impressive, including special valves in the mufflers that open up above 3000 RPM to totally transform the exhaust note from "pleasant" to "front stretch at Le Mans!" The magnetic shocks are pure magic, making this a high-performance Corvette that's comfortable enough for everyday driving and the giant brakes will keep you out of trouble unless you do something truly foolhardy. In fact, that sums up this anniversary Corvette perfectly: competent, fast, and extremely powerful, yet accessible. This is the pinnacle of C6 evolution and looks the part. Even the gorgeous wheels are artfully styled and wrapped in their original Michelin performance radials.

As a collector's edition, this car comes fully documented with its original window sticker, manuals, and books, which will be increasingly critical in coming years. In the meantime, enjoy the meanest C6 convertible ever built. Call today!