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Chevy Builds on DIY Performance-Engine Program

 

"Consider it Chevrolet’s version of the Build-a-Bear Workshop—only in this case, what’s being built is a bear of an engine that’s capable of more than 500 hp, and the workshop is the GM Performance Build Center in Wixom, Mich. You see, not only is the 100,000-square-foot facility dedicated to producing the high-powered, hand-built motivators found in some of the General’s most compelling vehicles, but it’s also home to the new Crate Engine Build Experience, which allows customers to help put together their very own crate V8s.

Among those taking advantage of the opportunity are hot-rod aficionados like Jeff Kasper, who recently became the first customer to enjoy the experience when he traveled to Wixom to assemble a 505-hp LS7 V8 for his latest project.

“The build program was the thrill of a lifetime,” said Kasper. “Going inside the assembly facility and actually participating in building my very own engine greatly exceeded my expectations—and I’d absolutely recommend it to every enthusiast.”

To enroll in the program, customers simply place an order through their local Chevy dealership, after which they will be contacted by a special Performance Build concierge who will facilitate local lodging, meals, ground transportation to the facility, and all activities at the Build Center itself. (The customer is responsible for transportation to the metro Detroit area.) The Experience is offered for both LS7 and supercharged LS9 crate engines, and features an MSRP of $22,756.10 for the former and $32,050 for the latter. Engines are included, of course, as is expert assistance from one of GM’s highly trained engine makers—and the unbeatable feeling that only comes from a job well done." [Continue reading...]

Chevy Unchains a New Corvette 427 Convertible

Consider it the ultimate example of automotive sibling rivalry: Shortly after the announcement of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible—destined to set new performance benchmarks for a Camaro drop-top—big brother is answering with the fastest, most capable convertible Corvette to ever come down the production line: The 2013 Chevy Corvette 427 Convertible.

It’s a reincarnation of a classic that also celebrates some notable landmarks for Corvette.

“The 2013 model year will be historic for Corvette, marking its 60th Anniversary and the final year for the current ‘C6’ generation,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Global Marketing and Strategy for Chevrolet. “We couldn’t think of a more fitting way to celebrate these milestones than bringing back one of the most-coveted combinations in the brand’s history—the Corvette convertible and a 427 cubic-inch engine.”

For the metrically inclined, that means the latest Corvette gets a 7.0-liter heart transplant, with the donor being the hi-po Corvette Z06. And keep in mind: This hand-built LS7 engine pumps out 505 hp and 470 lb.-ft. of torque. Installed in the 427 Convertible, the results include a 0-60 time of 3.8 seconds, a quarter-mile time of 11.8 seconds and top speed north of 190 mph. Lateral acceleration is an impressive 1.04 g. [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept, Detroit Show Walkaround: Video

"Away from some of the bigger green reveals at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, Chevrolet launched two sporty concept cars aimed at younger buyers.

The rear-drive Code 130R and Tru 140S concepts caught our attention not just because of their striking looks, but also their fuel-efficient drivetrains.

Both utilize a 150-horsepower, 1.4-liter, turbocharged four cylinder engine, similar to the one you'll find in the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS. This would come with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission."  [Continue reading...]

Detroit Motor Show 2012: Chevrolet

 "One journalist from a US motoring magazine was walking round the Detroit Motor Show asking every company boss, designer and engineer how the industry should go about attracting young people back into cars. 


I was there at Detroit in 2000 when GM’s Pontiac division launched the Aztek, voted by Daily Telegraph readers as the ugliest car of all time. Brand manager Don Butler was feted like a rock star by a crowd of students supposedly moshing with joy at the launch of this stupendously ill-conceived SUV. This was the motor industry trying (and failing) to attract young people 11 years ago, so it's no wonder they haven’t come back in the meantime."  [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet Aims 2 Concept Cars At Millennials

"Chevrolet is aiming a pair of concept cars at the growing number of drivers in the Millennial generation, giving them a look Monday at what the outside of the coupes might look like and asking them to help design the interiors.

The General Motors Co. brand unveiled the Code 130R and Tru 140S at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Both offer room for four, and promise a fuel-efficient 40 mpg. Neither has an interior made and Chevrolet will seek public input on that."  [Continue reading...]

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review

"There are battles, shouting matches, bragging rights and heated rivalries everywhere.  One place in particular is inside the automotive world and occurs between three similar but different camps.  The Big Three may be a grouping of the American car makers, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t animosity between them.  Due to this, a schism was created and for the most part, there is no real sign that the rip will be fixed anytime soon.  Here’s a truth: there are Ford F-Series owners, Dodge Ram owners and Chevrolet Silverado owners.  The recipe that created these three American workhorses is the same but to their respective fans, they couldn’t be anythin

g but different.  In order to find out why one group in particular sticks up for their love, we jumped behind the wheel of a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 to experience one of General Motor’s most shinning stars."  [Continue reading...]

Sareni Chevrolet Camaro GT Brings American Muscle to Euro GT3 Series

"For the most part, FIA GT3 racing is dominated by the Europeans. Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche all compete in the hotly contested GT3 Series. A new, more Murican contender is set to diversify the GT3 ranks this year when the German-built Sareni Chevrolet Camaro GT hits the track to take on the likes of the 458 Italia GT3 and SLS AMG GT3 for the checkered flag.

 Sareni United, the creators of the Chevy Camaro GT, was founded by Reiter Engineering for the sole purpose of fielding a Camaro in GT3 racing. Reiter owner Hans Reiter was inspired to build a Camaro GT3 car on a trip to the United States back in 2010 when the Camaro first debuted. 'I was immediately fascinated by the design,' Reiter said. 'The Camaro is a real men’s car, a muscle car, it is designed to be on a racetrack.'"  [Continue reading...]