Corvette ZR-1 Centennial Special Edition

100 years in the making

Celebrate Chevrolet's 100 years with the Chevrolet Centennial Special Edition Corvette. This racing-inspired appearance package includes bold visual elements to signify a historic milestone. This special edition includes red-painted brake calipers, Centennial exterior badging and the exclusive the Carbon Flash Metallic exterior color along with the new Cup wheels, 19-inch front and 20-inch rear, in satin black with red striping.

Aggressive styling continues on the interior with leather and sueded microfiber appointments with contrasting, iconic red stitching. The package also includes custom Centennial embroidery for the console, seats and mats.

Each detail and individual touch comes together in the Chevrolet Centennial Special Edition creating an iconic appearance that distinguishes Corvette on the road and in history.

Corvette ZR-1

Performance

638-hp/205-mph. ZR1 is powered by a 6.2 Liter LS9 aluminum block V8 equipped with a four-lobe Eaton® Twin Vortices Series™ supercharger with intercooler, and is handcrafted by our own skilled craftsmen at the GM Performance Build Center in Wixom, Michigan6. It delivers an SAE-certified 638 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 604 lb.-ft. of torque at 3800 rpm. The engine employs lightweight titanium intake valves and connecting rods and contains a high-performance dry-sump oil system, which distributes pressurized oil from an external reservoir to protect vital components under high-g driving conditions.

It goes on the scale before it goes on the car

ZR1 engineers were passionate about maintaining a favorable power-to-weight ratio. So they specified high-strength, lightweight materials wherever possible including magnesium and carbon fiber. One example is the aluminum frame structure (the same one used on the C6.R race car), which weighs 138 lbs. less than an equivalent steel structure. Result: a power-to-weight ratio of 5.2 pounds per horsepower.

A tire for performance enthusiasts

The Michelin® PS Cup tires deliver powerful performance cornering, race-like reflexes, and consistent performance lap after lap. It's everything Michelin has learned through its extensive Motorsports experience combined in one tire to achieve 1.13g skid pad and 8% more grip than standard ZR1 tires, which amounts to 3 seconds saved per lap at Virginia International Raceway. Available with the PDE Performance Package.

Brembo® Carbon Ceramic stopping power

The ZR1 offers massive stopping power, thanks to its Brembo® Carbon Ceramic Brake rotors that weigh almost 50% less than equivalent cast-iron units. Besides reducing overall mass, they are capable of operating at 1,000° Celsius (as hot as molten lava) without warping. The system employs six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers engaging vented, cross-drilled rotors.

2012: A year for performance

Driving is collaboration between man and vehicle, and now with more extensive performance options available, you can construct the perfect ZR1 to complement your driving style. The available PDE Performance Package includes RUV Satin Black Cup style wheels with a weight reduction of 5 lbs. versus the standard ZR1 wheels, Michelin® PS Cup Tires, full-width racing style spoiler, MH3 close ratio transmission. The combined effect of these enhancements translate to impressive performance numbers such as 1.13g skid pad, 8% more grip than the standard ZR1 tires, three seconds saved per lap at Virginia International Raceway and 103-foot stopping distance at 60 mph.

Show off what you're made of

The ZR1 6.2 Liter LS9 supercharger is a thing of pure engineering beauty. That's why we like to show it off. The Carbon Fiber hood includes a window above the supercharger allowing for easy viewing and a powerful incorporation into the exterior design. Combined with its visible carbon fiber elements such as the roof, roof bow, splitter and rockers, the aggressive and chiseled style of ZRI reflects its roots in racing.

Both classic and aggressive

Rounded fenders and a powerful silhouette are classic Corvette design elements that have been the foundation of its exterior style for nearly 60 years-a history that has made Corvette both iconic and collectible. In 2012, celebrate classic Corvette roots with the exclusive-for-2012 Carlisle Blue exterior color option, or honor the Chevrolet heritage with the Carbon Flash Metallic exterior color, available with the 2012 Chevrolet Centennial Special Edition.

Your distinctive mark

Individuality is a trademark of both Corvette and Corvette owners. And now more than ever, owners can personalize their 2012 Corvette ZR1 by selecting the brake caliper color of their choice-available in Dark Gray Metallic, Red, Silver, Yellow or standard Blue. Owners also have the option to select headlamp colors, available in gray, silver or black. This along with extensive dealer-installed Genuine Corvette Accessories, your Corvette can truly be yours.

Refinement at every touch

ZR1 provides a premium driving environment with such options of rich leather appointments on the instrument panel upper, door panel uppers, console cover and sport seat surfaces with the available Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package with sueded microfiber on the 3ZR trim level. This option also gives you the opportunity to personalize your ZR1 with available contrasting stitching in Red, Yellow and Blue.

Excellence is found in details

The Corvette ZR1 interior has been refined for driving support and comfort. The new seat design includes large bolsters on the seatback and cushion areas for support, especially in high-performance driving but greatly welcomed for day-to-day driving. Optional sueded microfiber seat inserts complement the new design even further, as does the revised steering wheel featuring model-specific badges, streamlined switch trim, wrapped spokes, better hand placement and thumb grips.

Comfort, convenience and cutting edge

Corvette is born of modern technology options such as Magnetic Selective Ride Control™ and Brembo® Carbon Ceramic Brakes, but Corvette also includes modern technology features that keep you connected to your life. For even more convenience, the 3ZR brings together many of the most popular infotainment features such as navigation radio7, Head-Up Display, Bose® premium audio system, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio8 services for one year, Bluetooth® wireless technology9 for select phones and a USB port10. Z06 also comes with a six-month trial of OnStar® Turn-by-Turn Navigation11 standard to help keep you on track.

Performance Traction Management

Fully integrating the Magnetic Selective Ride Control™, Traction Control and Active Handling Systems, Performance Traction Management (PTM) enhances race track performance and consistency. PTM manages the vehicle's acceleration based on conditions and the driver's selection, and offers five different modes to optimize performance based on driving styles and conditions.