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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of October 4th, 2010.

There are NO constraints this week on any Corvette orders.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of September 27th, 2010.   There are no allocation of ZR1s this week.

2011 Corvettes

• Z15 & IL3 & 193 - Grand Sport Heritage Package with Black Interior Trim, none available nationally, less than 4 weeks duration, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of September 20th, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes

• Z15 & IL3 & 193 - Grand Sport Heritage Package with Black Interior Trim, none available nationally, less than 4 weeks duration, pending engineering validation.

2011 Corvette ZR1s

• No constraints.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of September 13th, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z15 & IL3 & 193 - Grand Sport Heritage Package with Black Interior Trim, none available nationally, less than 4 weeks duration, pending engineering validation.
   
• ERI - Battery Tender - No orders available nationally, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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In today’s technology-driven world, leaving the house without your cell phone is devastating for many. And now that millions of available cell phone apps ease finding the answers for many, why not coordinate it your vehicle?

Leveraging OnStar’s technology, smartphones, iPhones and blackberries will soon be able to control key functions on select 2011 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC vehicles. Key functions include:

• Remote vehicle start
• Activate horn & light panic mode
• Lock/unlock doors
• Fuel tank level & range read
• Remaining oil life read
• Current & recommended tire pressure read

Yes folks, your key fob is slowly turning into a thing of the past… Now drivers can be far away from their vehicle and yet still activate these functions without even using their keys!

“We’re working aggressively to bring the Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC applications to market as soon as possible,” says Joel Ewanick, vice president, GM Marketing. “Because we know that each brand’s customers have different tastes, wants and needs, the apps will be very specifically tailored to offer them the services they value most, leveraging these innovative OnStar features as a compelling mutual foundation.”

The apps are expected to roll-out in the coming months. Stay tuned for more information. But, first, check out this brief demo video on the link below.

Good stuff!

[ GM News ]

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 30th, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z15 & IL3 & 193 - Grand Sport Heritage Package with Black Interior Trim, none available nationally, less than 4 weeks duration, pending engineering validation.
   
• ERI - Battery Tender - No orders available nationally, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 30th, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• ERI - Battery Tender - No orders available nationally, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.  We will NOT disappoint you and won't be beaten on pricing.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 23rd, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Only 10% of all orders are available with this option, pending engineering validation.
  
  
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Only 10% of all orders are available with this option, pending engineering validation.
   
• ERI - Battery Tender - No orders available nationally, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 16th, 2010. 

The biggest change is that finally, 1LT, 1LZ and 2LZ packages with manual seats are available to order!  That said there still are a few ordering constraints to let you know about:

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
  
  
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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Purchasing a car is a big step. So, when it comes time to purchasing one, customers relish on how best they can make that vehicle their very own. Customization is key!

Who wouldn’t want to pick out their new vehicle’s color? Pick cloth or leather seating? Customize it with certain options? Watch it being built on the production line itself? Build its engine?!?

That’s right - Chevrolet is going all out with their new offering. All 2011 Z06 and ZR1 buyers are now given the option to build the powerplant for their new Corvette!

The two engines, LS7 and LS9, that are built into these vehicles are assembled at the Performance Build Center in Wixom, Mich. Each engine is produced individually. A GM skilled tech will supervise each owner during the entire process, which takes just a bare block and converts it into their CORVETTE ENGINE! The whole process lasts around six hours.

The new program, set to begin as early as next month, costs an additional $5,800 excluding the additional travel to Detroit. Find out what this all entails by watching a time-lapse video after the jump.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 9th, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• 1LT, 1LZ, 2LZ, 1ZR - Packages with Manual Seats - Not available, pending engineering validation with greater than 4 weeks duration.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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Kirk Bennion, head designer for Corvette, has a new set of wheels to roll around in this summer... a 2011 Inferno Orange Corvette Z06.

What a good lookin’ ride! The Inferno Orange paint is accentuated with Cyber Gray stripes from the Genuine Corvette Accessories catalog as well as a black front splitter and rear body spoiler.

Corvette enthusiasts can follow Kirk as he travels with this bad boy ‘Vette at upcoming summer events, including Virginia International Raceway and Corvettes at Carlisle. Become Kirk’s facebook friend by clicking here.

[ CorvetteBlogger ]  (photo courtesy of CorvetteBlogger as well)

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of August 2nd, 2010. 

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• 1LT, 1LZ, 2LZ, 1ZR - Packages with Manual Seats - Not available, pending engineering validation with greater than 4 weeks duration.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of July 26th, 2010.  All colors are now available to order without constraint!

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• 1LT, 1LZ, 2LZ, 1ZR - Packages with Manual Seats - Not available, pending engineering validation with greater than 4 weeks duration.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Unfortunately, there is no Corvette allocation today.  The next available orders will be placed on Thursday, June 24th.

In the meantime, if you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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Chevy has released the 2011 Corvette Pricing guide.  Rather than list every option here in our post, we've linked the complete guide instead.

• Click here for 2011 Corvette Pricing

Take a peak at the changes in 2011's pricing.  Keep in mind we are glad to give you a customized quote based on every rebate you qualify for and any out-of-state tax and delivery options.  We're here to help!

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of July 19th, 2010.  All colors are now available to order without constraint!

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation.
   
• 1LT, 1LZ, 2LZ, 1ZR - Packages with Manual Seats - Not available, pending engineering validation with greater than 4 weeks duration.  (new this week)
   
• VUC, VUF, VUG - Color Switch Shift Knob - Option has been canceled.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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Yes, as you all may know, the 1960 Briggs Cunningham Corvette won Chevrolet their very first class win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Now after fifty years, General Motors has chosen to celebrate this historic win in a unique way. GM will adorn the very first 2011 Chevrolet Corvette in the very same decals and blue stripes on white paint job.

Not only that, but the new Corvette will also come with a hidden agenda, packing both the Z06 and CFZ packages. The special-edition ‘Vette can hit 505 horsepower with its 7.0-liter aluminum V8 engine. With all this, including trendy wheels and a carbon fiber bodywork, what would you pay for this special-edition hot rod?

How about $400,000? Well, asking price does include… a tax-deductive charity donation of $300,000 & a production cost of $85,000. You ready to pay?

[ AutoBlog ]

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of July 12th, 2010.  All colors are now available to order without constraint!

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation (new this week).
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation (new this week).
   
• VUC, VUF, VUG - Color Switch Shift Knob - Option has been canceled.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of July 5th, 2010.

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• 28U - Inferno Orange - New Color Introduction, only 10% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability (up 5% from last week's numbers).
   
• GLB - Sonic Blue - New Color Introduction, only 5% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability (up 5% from last week's numbers).
   
• Z06 Corvettes without the Ultimate Performance Package - Not Available, pending engineering validation (new this week).
   
• Z16 & F55 & MN6 - Grand Sport Corvettes with Magnetic Selection Ride Control and Manual Transmission - Not Available, pending engineering validation (new this week).
   
• VUC, VUF, VUG - Color Switch Shift Knob - Option has been canceled.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. Orders this week have an estimated production week of June 28th, 2010.

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• 28U - Inferno Orange - New Color Introduction, only 5% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability.
   
• GLB - Sonic Blue - New Color Introduction, only 5% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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As always, we at CorvetteBlog have the latest constraint information straight from General Motors. This is the first week of ordering for 2011 model Corvettes.  Orders this week have an estimated production week of June 21st, 2010.

2011 Corvettes & ZR1's

• 28U - Inferno Orange - New Color Introduction, only 5% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability.
   
• GLB - Sonic Blue - New Color Introduction, only 5% availability nationally with greater than 4 weeks until full availability.

If you'd like custom built pricing for you, in any of the 50 states, please email us by leaving a comment below (which will be kept private) or call us at (888) 875-0728.

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This year marks Corvette Racing’s 50^th year at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In celebration of this milestone, a special edition Corvette has been created – the Z06 Carbon.

“We want it [Carbon Z06] to show how we can use racing technology on the streets,” says Harlan Charles, Corvette product manager.

The creation of this ‘Vette is really a culmination of the continuous improvements that Corvette has made both within their racing program and on the everyday street-car production.

From carbon fiber exterior panels to suede/leather interior to carbon ceramic brakes, check out all the bells and whistles that this vehicle has to offer. In fact, later this summer, 500 of the 2011 Z06 Carbons will be available for purchase. Interested?

Watch the video after the jump!

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Easy. - Go to http://www.RaceToWinCorvette.com.

• Answer 3 easy multiple-choice questions.
   
• Fill out your contact information.
   
• Enter to win!

Not ONLY will you win a brand new 2011 Corvette Grand Sport, but your complimentary trip for two to the 2011 24 Hours of Le Mans in France will also include: 5-day/4-night trip, air travel, hotel accommodations, 2 tickets to the race and trackside meals. Whew!

You can refer your friends, too. Who wouldn’t want to sign up to win this amazing package deal? It really doesn’t get any better!

General Motors will be announcing the lucky winner on July 7, 2010. Good luck!

[ RaceToWinCorvette.com ]

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On the final day (April 3) of Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach, the very first (still non-existent) 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition was auctioned off in front of a crowd of more than 50,000.

The winning bid of $270,000 went to Rick Hendrick, owner of one of the largest automotive chains in the U.S. - Hendrick Automotive Group. After tacking on additional auction commission and buyer fees, the final bid rang in at $297,000.

Of the 500 Corvette Z06 Carbons that will ever be produced, Hendrick will take home the very first with a VIN #001.

Hendrick will also get the opportunity to tour the GM Performance Build Center in Wixom AND watch the assembly of his brand new vehicle at the Bowling Green Corvette Assembly Plant later this summer.

For an automotive aficionado like Hendrick, what’s $297K? Pocket change, maybe.

[ MotoBullet ]

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The first retail model of only 500 2011 Z06 Carbon Corvettes will be auctioned off this Saturday at the Palm Beach Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction.

In keeping with tradition, GM normally sends the very first production vehicle to Barrett-Jackson. Like the first ZR1 and Camaro, the Carbon Z06 will soon follow suit.

The very last Corvette to have hit the auction floor was the limited edition Z06, which ended up raising $200,000 to help with the Haiti disaster relief efforts.

It ought to be interesting to see how much the Z06 Carbon will go for…  it is a hot ride.

[ Examiner.com ]

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Quite simply, these are very impressive.  Head on over to our friends at AutoBlog who have the complete gallery!

[ AutoBlog ]

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Details are finally surfacing about the 2011 Corvette Z06.  While not the most exciting news or details, the tires are important and the first major announcement we have.

“Street-refined, but track-capable.” That’s exactly what Goodyear had in mind when factory fitting their latest Ultra-High Performance Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 tires for the 2011 Corvette Z06.

Bob Toth, Goodyear's director of new products, believes the multiple facets of the tire are important when fitting for the Corvette. The directional tread design helps enhance the dry cornering grip while even the tire’s style and lettering is important in giving the overall high performance appearance.

"The new Eagle F1 SuperCar G:2 is positioned as a race-inspired, ultra-high performance dry traction tire for select supercars. With a left-side, right-side specific tread design, it offers superb dry traction and precise handling, complementing both the performance and appearance of sports cars," Toth said.

Now after multiple road course tests throughout North America, the tires will be available this summer in two run-flat sizes: P275/35ZR18 and P325/30ZR19.

[ Goodyear ]

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