Overview & Reviews
Changes for the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette include a new six-speed automatic transmission, a smaller-diameter three-spoke steering wheel, a new automatic passenger-detecting sensor for the front-passenger airbag and XM Satellite Radio for the premium Bose audio system. For performance fanatics, there's also the new 505-horsepower Z06 model.
User Reviews:
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New Z06 - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By JACK SENN - July 22 - 11:08 amThe Z06 is the best car Ive ever driven. The power is unbelievable. The fact that I can take a Lamborghini Gallardo or a Ferrari F490 in an American car that costs a third of what those two do is amazing. The styling is incredible, the ride is smoother than the 911 4s, or the BMW M6. This car is the real deal. My 505 hp 7.0l engine is getting about 22 miles to the gallon. This is all around the best car on the market for the money.
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More fun now than when new. - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By Steve Lathrop - June 9 - 5:13 pmThis car drives like a dream. It is fast, it corners like its on rails and has a surprisingly comfortable ride. I have had the car 18 months and planned on using it on weekends only. However, I have recently started driving it every day and I will be selling my Lexus and driving just the Vette. It actually has more storage space for my sons hockey gear than my Lexus, and it gets better mileage.
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Fun at Any Speed - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By JG - March 2 - 2:45 amThe vehicle is absolutely perfect for the price. Got lucky and financed $2K below dealer invoice (family plan)! I always look forward to driving the car. Have the LeMans Blue with Comp Grey wheels and it looks "tuff." My only regret is not having the ability to find a dealership willing to participate with the ZO6 but rest assured, Ill be trying very soon. This car rocks and I know we C6 owners are aware that we are driving one of the best sports cars on the road. A real intimidator if necessary.
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Big improvement on C5 - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By Baldegl - February 20 - 10:59 amOwned a 2000 C5 and the upgrade in almost every respect on the C6 is very apparent. It is amazing how quiet and relatively comfortable the car has become. The C5 seems almost primitive in comparison and build quality is significantly improved. Top is tight with no wind noise or moisture leakage. No rattles in a convertible or noticeable flex in bumps and curves so structural rigidity must be good.
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This car rocks in every way - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By Lance in SD - February 12 - 11:43 pmI was hooked from the first drive. My torch red machine attracts folks wherever I go. I have the six speed manual, nice short throw with a very good feel. The power top works very well. Astounded at how well freeway noise is muted at speed, which is why I bought the ragtop. Ive read the C6 was designed as a ragtop - very rigid frame and body. No windshield flap (unlike the new Mustang ragtop!). The roadster is unbelievably solid, but refined. It really is an incredible automobile. Chevy got it right.
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The best car ever - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By JP7 - February 1 - 6:20 pmThe car is amazing to drive fast, tight ,and never lets you down. Its suprisingly comfortable and has great gas mileage. GM has stood behind this vehicle and serviced it remarkably well. The people who built it had an incredible work ethic I havent seen in a long time. Museum delivery was awsome. The handling at high speeds is also excellent. I just cant believe they put together a winner .
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No Regrets! - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By jdmdzk - December 29 - 9:45 amUsually with significant purchases of any kind there is at least a little "Buyers Remorse". There is absolutely none regarding our 2006 Vette. I would buy a second one if I could talk my wife into it!
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Wheres the fun? - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By DGP123 - December 25 - 10:02 amA great car in every sense but difficult to find the "fun quotient". The paddle shifter is not nearly responsive enough. There is a definite lag between gears when upshifting. Downshifting is better but not great. I regret having a vehicle with 400 foot lbs of torque that will not lay rubber in any gear. Perhaps the standard transmission is more responsive. To date I have not found a place to drive this car to its limits. I would dearly love to have access to a track where I could test the advertised top end of 186 mph but alas that is not the case. Its not nimble enough to drive in the canyons and the run flat tires are a disaster - a lotus would be better. I waited a lifetime but.
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The Last Vette I will ever own - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By JefftheGreat - December 20 - 11:53 pmI purchased my 2006 C6 in July. Two weeks ago the rooftop flew off while I was driving on the freeway. I waited for 6 weeks for a replacement rooftop, and could only get it expedited - once the accident happened. Chevy Cust Serv - useless. They did nothing to care of me. Because of the defective roof panel, I requested a glass rooftop at no cost be installed - GM said no. This is my 2nd Vette and will be my last. Be prepared for a huge dissapointment when this car breaks down - and it will. The last American car I will ever own.
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Great car but... - 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
By Tom Beames - December 16 - 2:04 pmAwesome performance but having problems with shifting from 2nd-3rd and 1st-2nd. Seems as though shifting linkage is not lined up. Some body work needed to be done by dealer. Poor alignment of right front fender, headlight, wheel well liner, etc. There also is a very noticable "mold" seam in left rear fender. Dealer wanted to buff it out and repaint. I said no. Lots of minor paint imperfections. Car is black so it shows everything. But, Lord it is fun!
