Cool corvette ad that didn't last long

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> "Jeff Reid" > wrote in message
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> > The Z06 makes about 515hp or so, 440rwhp to 450rwhp, and 460rwhp
> > if re-tuned. It weighs about 3150lbs, making it lighter than the
> > Subaru WRX STI.
>
> Trivia time: we all know Z06 is the special performance minded Corvette.
> Any one remember where did the designation "Z06" came from?
>
> (No research please... That'd be cheating! Guesses are okay.)
>
>

I'll take a stab.

Here in Canada they sell (did sell?) a Cavalier model with the Z22
sticker on the side (some of them have Z22 R!).

I am guessing that the Z06 is an early early version of the Cavalier.

The Z22 is what GM engineers have refined a sports car into.



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Kasey Chang (remove EATSPAM to reply) wrote:
> "Jeff Reid" > wrote in message
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>>> Trivia time: we all know Z06 is the special performance minded
>>> Corvette.
>>> Any one remember where did the designation "Z06" came from?
>> I can only guess it's the part number for some upgraded component,
>> like
>> Z51 for the standard Vette. Maybe the suspension on an older model?
>>
>> I've never understood GM's part numbering scheme, WS6 for a F-Body
>> car (Trans-Am), Z06 for a Y-Body (Corvette).
>
> What? Jeff is the only one who'd even venture a guess?
>
> I think I'll wait another 24 hours before posting the answer. Those of
> you who
> want to know can e-mail me for the answer.
>

http://www.z06vette.com/63.php

As for GM's numbering scheme, Z06 Z28 WS6 LS6 etc... are nothing more
than options or option packages.
Engines start with L, transmissions start with M, tires start with X and
so on.

http://www.marshu.com/ws6-firebird-c...codes-2000.php

Camaro Z28 just happens to sound cool.
Camaro LG4 with the FE4 package just doesn't have the same ring.

On my car (Firebird Trans Am WS6) the WS6 package came with 17" wheels
and tires, better suspension bushings, the hood, a hurst shifter, a
different airbox base and a different muffler and tailpipe than a
regular Firebird. It required the Y82 or Y84 package (Formula or Trans
Am depending on the year and couldn't be ordered with the WU6 option
package because that was a Firehawk.) Yeah, I know... get a life.

Ray

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> Kasey Chang (remove EATSPAM to reply) wrote:
>> "Jeff Reid" > wrote in message
>> news:T1vhg.102676$iU2.49138@fed1read01...
>>>> Trivia time: we all know Z06 is the special performance minded
>>>> Corvette.
>>>> Any one remember where did the designation "Z06" came from?
> As for GM's numbering scheme, Z06 Z28 WS6 LS6 etc... are nothing more
> than options or option packages.
> Engines start with L, transmissions start with M, tires start with X
> and so on.

Ah, but you looked it up! I dunno, should we give him partial
credit?

I guess this is close enough to 24 hours.

The answer: Z06 is indeed the option package code for the "super
performance package" that's available for Corvettes right after the
"Stingray" version became available. Bigger brakes, and all the other
performance parts GM wants to get out for the racers, and wannabes.

In article >, "Kasey
Chang \(remove EATSPAM to reply\)" >
says...
>
> I guess this is close enough to 24 hours.
>
> The answer: Z06 is indeed the option package code for the "super
> performance package" that's available for Corvettes right after the
> "Stingray" version became available. Bigger brakes, and all the other
> performance parts GM wants to get out for the racers, and wannabes.
>
>
>

I was thinking you were going to tell us *how* they arrived at the
letters 'zee (zed) - oh - six' as a designation.

I feel ripped off. I want all my usenet money back.


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Kasey Chang (remove EATSPAM to reply) wrote:
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>> Kasey Chang (remove EATSPAM to reply) wrote:
>>> "Jeff Reid" > wrote in message
>>> news:T1vhg.102676$iU2.49138@fed1read01...
>>>>> Trivia time: we all know Z06 is the special performance minded
>>>>> Corvette.
>>>>> Any one remember where did the designation "Z06" came from?
>> As for GM's numbering scheme, Z06 Z28 WS6 LS6 etc... are nothing more
>> than options or option packages.
>> Engines start with L, transmissions start with M, tires start with X
>> and so on.
>
> Ah, but you looked it up! I dunno, should we give him partial
> credit?
>
> I guess this is close enough to 24 hours.
>
> The answer: Z06 is indeed the option package code for the "super
> performance package" that's available for Corvettes right after the
> "Stingray" version became available. Bigger brakes, and all the other
> performance parts GM wants to get out for the racers, and wannabes.
>
>
Trust me, I looked it up to provide references.
Many moons ago, I lusted after the 1LE Camaros.
What's interesting is the WS6 package has been used on a lot of Pontiacs
- my Fiero had the WS6 package - it's wider tires and rims and
suspension bushings there too.

L88, LT1, LT5.... legendary Vette engines. L84... not so legendary.

Ray