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Semi with 10 C8’s Stolen

 Photo Credit: Facebook/Cochise County Sheriff’s OfficeAuthorities reported that Isaiah Walker, a 23-year-old from Lawton, Oklahoma, seized a semi-truck transporting over $1 million worth of new Corvettes from an Arizona truck stop, claiming he needed a ride home after his release from prison. According to the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office, Walker assaulted and robbed a truck driver at the Loves Truck Stop in Willcox, near Interstate 10. He engaged the victim in conversation about the truck’s cargo, then suddenly attacked him and forcibly ejected him from the cab, exploiting the victim’s…

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Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale

  Photo Credit: Larry Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale, heralded as the official kickoff to the auction year, saw unprecedented success with a record-breaking $207.6 million in Total Auction Sales, marking the highest in Company History. The nine-day extravaganza commenced with a Rock the Block party featuring electrifying performances by Foreigner and Night Ranger. A highlight was the impromptu appearance of Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, who joined Red Voodoo’s set to pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen on what would have been his 69th birthday. Celebrity-owned vehicles stole the show, with stars like…

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GT3.R’s didn’t finish Rolex 24

Pratt Miller MotorsThe Rolex 24 Challenge   Photo Credit: Richard Prince for Corvette Racing Despite falling short of a podium finish, the Corvette Z06 GT3.R exhibited promise during the race. The Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports No. 3 and No. 4 cars led a combined 118 laps in the GTD Pro class out of the 773-lap race. Unfortunately, both Pratt Miller Corvettes encountered mechanical issues, with the No. 3 car suffering a cracked oil tank and the No. 4 car needing a replacement power steering pump. The No. 3 Corvette…

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Z06 GT3R At Saturday’s Rolex 24 At Daytona

Saturday’s Rolex 24 At Daytona  The Pratt Miller Motorsports GT3R The debut of the Pratt Miller Motorsports Corvette Z06 GT3R promises an impressive start, securing a spot within the top 10 in the highly competitive GT field for the IMSA Racing Weather Tech Sports Car Championship’s Rolex 24 At Daytona on Saturday. During the Roar Before the 24 weekend, Antonio Garcia led the Corvette Racing effort for Pratt Millers in the No. 3, setting a noteworthy lap of 1:44.786 in the Corvette Z06 GT3.R during a red-flag-interrupted qualifying session. Teammate…

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2024 Florida Regional Event January 17 – 20

  It’s the “Year of the 1974” Explore the NCRS National Corvette Restorers Society 45th Florida Winter Regional Event held at the American Muscle Car Museum in Melbourne, Florida. This year is dedicated to the 1974 Corvette, celebrating its 50th anniversary with owners showcasing their incredible cars. The Florida Regional NCRS Event is currently underway, offering a glimpse of 1974 Corvettes and vehicles from other years. Witness these cars being judged for Top-Flight awards and exhibited in the Sportsman Display. For a limited time, the Museum Showroom will be accessible…

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2023 Corvette Production Totals 53,785 Units

In 2023, the Corvette had quite the remarkable year. As per the National Corvette Museum, the Detroit-based automaker rolled out an impressive 53,785 units of this iconic model, coming incredibly close to breaking the all-time production record. The 1979 C3 still holds the top spot with 53,807 units assembled. Out of the 53,785 2023 C8’s produced, 47,372 were the base C8, while the Z06 contributed 6,413 to this year’s production count. Interestingly, Chevrolet outdid itself by producing more Corvettes than Camaros in 2023! Diving into the colors, Torch Red emerged…

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2024 Z06 is the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy

This Week’s Owner’s Corner Send your story today and get a keychain! What is your car story? Do you have a memorable road trip, an unforgettable restoration project, or a heartwarming story that revolves around your car? We want to hear all about it! Whether it’s a vintage classic, a sleek sports car, or a trusty family vehicle, every car has a story worth sharing. Don’t forget to send a picture of your car by attaching a photograph and replying to this email. Troy Cars At AuctionEnding Soon LS1 Powered…

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Z06 vs. Ford GT Supercar

 – © carwow The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and the track-honed Ford GT faced off in a gripping drag race, courtesy of CarWow, pitting raw power against meticulous engineering. While not their prime playground, this showdown was riveting, initially favoring the Ford with its 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 generating 647 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque. In contrast, the Corvette Z06 boasts a roaring 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V8, churning out 670 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. Despite the GT’s weight advantage of roughly 150 lbs, and a torque boost from twin…

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