Corvette Assembly plant
Exciting changes may be on the horizon for the Corvette Assembly Plant in Bowling Green, as recent reports suggest that production reconfiguration is in the works. Back in January Rick Corvette Conti talked to Corvette Blogger hinting that adjustments might be coming to prioritize widebody Corvette production, including the highly anticipated ZR1 and the rumored Grand Sport.
According to Rick, widebody models like the Z06 require more production time, slowing down the line compared to the base Stingray, which remains the most-produced Corvette model. To accommodate higher widebody demand, the plant is reportedly working on a new assembly line configuration that could streamline production. This will involve temporary plant shutdowns to reorganize workstations and increase efficiency for widebody builds.
Now Blogger has received confirmation from MidEngineCorvetteForum.com that the Bowling Green Assembly Plant will undergo four weeks of planned shutdowns:
February 24 – February 28
March 17 – March 21
March 24 – March 28
May 19 – May 23
While Chevrolet has yet to officially confirm the exact nature of these changes, these shutdowns strongly suggest big things ahead for the C8 lineup. With the upcoming ZR1 and a potential Grand Sport, could we be seeing a major shift in Corvette production strategy?
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to monitor this exciting development!
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Mike C. and “Miss Carlisle Blue”
In August 2011, the Corvette team brought the special Carlisle Blue Corvettes to Corvettes at Carlisle. As soon as we saw the color, my wife said “we have to get one.” The adventure began: from late August to December, I contacted dealerships from big to small asking to order a 2012 base Carlisle Blue roadster. For four months, I received various responses from “never heard of the color” to “we don’t special order” to “we never order a six-speed, no one wants it.” So I gave up. In December of 2011 I got a call from the owner of a very small dealership only 20 miles from my town. “I hear you want a Corvette.” I’m afraid I wasn’t very nice to him, given the runaround I had received. He said “Listen, come down, I’ll order the car exactly the way you want it, no deposit. If it comes in, it comes in.” It did, on Leap Day February 29, 2012. From that day forward, I enjoyed the best Corvette of the 9 I have owned. The most common comment at car shows was “what’s that color. I’ve never seen it. It’s gorgeous.” My story has both a sad and maybe happy ending. Recently, I sold “Miss Carlisle Blue” in an attempt to get a C8. Deja vu–all over again. At this moment, I am in negotiations with my purchaser to buy the car back. Soon, I hope, Miss Carlisle Blue will be back in her garage.
Mike C.
1972 Datsun 240Z Coupe
One owner car until 2019!
Lime w/Black interior, 2.4L/150hp I6/4-speed manual transmission
This 3-owner SoCal ‘Z’ was in the hands of its original owner until 2019! It’s been well cared for since new.
JUST ARRIVED!!
Build Date: May 1972
Engine #: L24-089130
$4,250 MSRP New In ’72
Twin Hitachi HJG Carburetors
2.4L (type: L24) I6 Engine Producing 150hp
4-speed Manual (type: F4W71B) Transmission
Transmission Rebuilt/Overhauled @ 115,855 Miles ($851 receipt)
Correct “Lime” Yellow Exterior with Black Vinyl Interior
Clarion Cassette Radio with Pioneer Speakers
Front-Wheel Disc Brakes
Newer Exhaust Piping & Muffler
Newer Tires
Owners Manual
2005 Victory Red Coupe
Low miles, one owner car!
Victory Red w/Cashmere interior, 364/400hp, 4-speed automatic
This beautiful ’05 came to us from a local southern CA. owner who bought it brand new! It’s in excellent condition throughout with only 10k miles on the odometer!
Options include:
DVD navigation
Head up display
Front & side airbags
Luggage shade, and parcel net
Preferred Equipment Group, which includes:
6-way power adjustable sport bucket seats w/perforated leather inserts
Auto dimming rearview mirrors
Homelink transmitter
Memory package
Heated seats
CD audio system
Power telescoping steering column
Bose premium audio system w/7 speakers
Polished aluminum wheels.
Priced at: $24,900
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