Corvette C7 Convertible spied enjoying fall weather

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Oct 24, 2012 | 03:02 PM
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Corvette C7 Convertible spied enjoying fall weather



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http://www.autoblog.com/photos/c7-ch...photo-5384345/

For the first time ever, we've gotten a look at the convertible version of the upcoming C7 Chevrolet Corvette. The new Corvette was spotted while testing on public roads – seemingly in Michigan – with both a C7 coupe and a Porsche 911 as chase cars.

The new convertible is quite obviously carrying on with the softtop of its predecessors; and probably stows under a flush-fitting panel in the rear bodywork. The continuation of the fabric roof, rather than a retractable hardtop, is more than likely a way of keeping both curb weight and cost in check. Beyond its roof, this convertible version of the 2014 Corvette looks just like the cladded coupes that we've spied several times already, save for a new set of attractive five-spoke, dark-finish wheels.

And, after all the hubbub earlier this morning, we now know that the convertible will be powered by Chevy's all new LT1 small block V8. For those of you that missed it, that means at least 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque from the new, 6.2-liter engine.

http://www.autoblog.com/2012/10/24/c...-fall-weather/
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Oct 24, 2012 | 04:58 PM
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I just want to know how improved the interior is
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Oct 24, 2012 | 07:20 PM
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official teaser.....

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Oct 24, 2012 | 09:33 PM
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Quote: I just want to know how improved the interior is
Hopefully on par with the new VIper
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Oct 24, 2012 | 09:41 PM
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That teaser vid is rude lol gives u not even a tease ^_^
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Oct 24, 2012 | 10:04 PM
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Quote: Hopefully on par with the new VIper
surprisingly nice and refined

Here's to hoping a new Ford GT comes to play with the new Vette and Viper
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Oct 24, 2012 | 10:20 PM
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Quote: surprisingly nice and refined

Here's to hoping a new Ford GT comes to play with the new Vette and Viper
Lets cross out fingers!!!
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Oct 24, 2012 | 10:24 PM
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Quote: I just want to know how improved the interior is
The interior is the thing I like least about my Vette. Their interiors are getting nicer though.
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Oct 24, 2012 | 11:05 PM
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Isn't that what AMGs are for? Best of both worlds, muscle and nice interiors.
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Oct 24, 2012 | 11:31 PM
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Quote: The interior is the thing I like least about my Vette. Their interiors are getting nicer though.
Hah that's the general consensus. Same with the seats (at least a few years ago)

Quote: Isn't that what AMGs are for? Best of both worlds, muscle and nice interiors.
so you're saying only German automakers can make nice vehicles?
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Oct 25, 2012 | 03:04 PM
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I can only imagine how good this is going to be, especially for the money.
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Oct 26, 2012 | 07:58 AM
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Quote: surprisingly nice and refined

Here's to hoping a new Ford GT comes to play with the new Vette and Viper
Drop in the GT500's motor with a small bump in power in the old GT chassis. Done!
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