Corvette Engineers Reveal What’s Next at Carlisle
One of the highlights of the Corvettes at Carlisle gathering is hearing directly from the people responsible for designing and engineering America’s sports car. This year, Corvette Vehicle Chief Engineer Josh Holder and Product Marketing Manager Austin Fisher took the stage with plenty to talk about, including the new 2027 Corvette Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, and the next-generation LS6 V8.
The biggest news centers around the new 409-cubic-inch LS6, which represents the sixth generation of Chevrolet’s legendary small-block V8. Producing 535 horsepower and 520 lb-ft of torque, Chevrolet says it delivers the most torque ever from a naturally aspirated Corvette V8.
And then there’s the new Grand Sport X.
The GSX combines the LS6 with the 186-horsepower front electric motor from the ZR1X, producing a combined 721 horsepower. Chevrolet says that’s enough to launch the Grand Sport X from 0–60 mph in just 2.4 seconds and through the quarter-mile in 10.4 seconds.
Holder also discussed the mighty ZR1 and ZR1X, along with some of the engineering details behind the newest C8s. One interesting topic was the air deflectors seen underneath certain new Corvettes.
From the Stingray and Grand Sport to the Z06, ZR1 and ZR1X, the C8 Corvette family continues to grow, and Chevrolet certainly doesn’t appear finished pushing the limits.
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Our journey began in Bern, Switzerland, taking the car shuttle train from Kandersteg into Italy. From there, we traveled through Piedmont and Lombardy, along beautiful Lake Maggiore, past Milan and through Emilia-Romagna before reaching Tuscany near Rosignano Marittimo.
After a week exploring places including Bolgheri, Cecina Mare, and Volterra, we began our return along the Italian coast, passing through Cinque Terre and Genoa before heading toward Turin. From there, we traveled through Aosta and the Gran San Bernardo Tunnel back into Switzerland, eventually returning to Bern.
We avoided highways throughout the trip, choosing country roads instead. By the time we returned, we had covered 4,500 km (2,812 miles) in a car built in 1943!
It was a fantastic adventure and a wonderful reminder of just how durable these cars can be.
American automotive engineering built to last.
Urs M.
Frame-Off Restored
1965 Milano Maroon Corvette L76 Coupe
Milano Maroon, 365 HP & A 4-Speed — This ’65 Has It All!
The 1965 model year was a milestone for Corvette, the final year of mechanical fuel injection, the first year for the big-block, and the introduction of four-wheel disc brakes. With six engines and three transmissions available, buyers had more choices than ever.
This stunning Milano Maroon Coupe is a local Southern California Corvette and one of the nicest ’65s we’ve had the pleasure of offering in quite some time.
Milano Maroon debuted in 1965 and was offered for only two years. The color absolutely comes alive in the sunlight, especially paired with the matching Maroon interior.
The car received a complete frame-off restoration in 2007 by renowned Corvette expert Steve Luvisi of Automotive Expertise and went on to earn an NCRS Top Flight Award.
Under the hood is the highly desirable L76 327/365hp small-block, essentially the carbureted counterpart to the legendary L84 fuelie. Paired with a 4-speed manual, it makes this Corvette every bit as exciting to drive as it is to look at.
Equipment includes power brakes, power windows, teakwood steering wheel, telescoping steering column, AM/FM radio, aftermarket aluminum knock-off wheels, and Goldline radial tires.
Mid-year Coupes are hot right now. With its striking color combination, award-winning restoration, 365hp L76 and 4-speed, this ’65 checks all the right boxes!
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1963 Tuxedo Black Z06 SWC!
One of the Finest ’63 Z06 Corvettes in Existence!
Few Corvettes command the respect of the legendary 1963 Z06. Built for serious competition during the first year of the Sting Ray, just 199 examples were produced with the coveted RPO Z06 Special Performance Equipment package.
This spectacular Tuxedo Black over Black example has received a comprehensive, no-expense-spared restoration by renowned Corvette specialist Shaun Goodwin and has earned some of the hobby’s highest honors: Bloomington Gold Certification, NCRS Top Flight, MCACN Concours Gold, and CCAS Trim Tag Affirmation.
Under the hood is its matching-numbers, fuel-injected 327/360hp V8, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. It also retains the distinctive “Elephant Ear” brake cooling scoops, one of the signature features of the competition-bred Z06 package.
Adding to its provenance is exceptional documentation, including photographs of the original dealer invoice, window sticker, and NCRS Shipping Data Report. It was originally sold through Paramount Chevrolet Co. in Downey, California.
One of only 199 built. Fuel injection. Matching numbers. Award-winning restoration. Outstanding documentation. This is the caliber of ’63 Z06 that rarely becomes available!
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2008 Rosso Corsa Ferrari F430 Spider
13,000 Miles. 483 HP. One Beautiful Ferrari Spider!
2008 Ferrari F430 Spider | Rosso Corsa | 4.3L V8 | 6-Speed F1
There are few experiences quite like driving an open-air Ferrari powered by a naturally aspirated V8, and this stunning 2008 F430 Spider delivers it in classic Ferrari style.
Finished in iconic Rosso Corsa over Beige leather, this F430 has traveled just 13,000 miles and presents in pristine condition throughout. The front end has also been protected with paint protection film (PPF) to help preserve its beautiful finish.
Behind the seats is Ferrari’s spectacular 4.3-liter naturally aspirated V8, producing 483 horsepower and paired with the 6-speed F1 transaxle. With its high-revving V8 soundtrack, razor-sharp handling and open-air experience, the F430 represents a special era of Ferrari performance.
Factory options include Scuderia Ferrari shields, red brake calipers, carbon-fiber engine compartment trim, power seats, navigation with Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, upholstered roll bars, and High Power Hi-Fi with subwoofer.
Rosso Corsa. 13,000 miles. 483 naturally aspirated horsepower. Top down. V8 singing behind you. This is exactly what a Ferrari Spider should be!
Email us for a copy of the factory Window Sticker.
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2014 Firesand Orange Jaguar
F-Type V8 S Convertible
A Fiery Orange Beast — 495 Supercharged Horsepower!
When Jaguar created the F-Type as the spiritual successor to the legendary E-Type, it was designed to be beautiful, fast, and exciting. This V8 S delivers all three, and does it with one of the best exhaust notes you’ll ever hear!
Finished in spectacular Firesand Metallic over Jet leather, this exceptionally well-kept F-Type has traveled just 16,645 miles from new.
Under the hood is Jaguar’s supercharged 5.0-liter V8, producing 495 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed Quickshift paddle-shift transmission. Jaguar claimed 0–60 mph in just 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 186 mph.
The V8 S also features an active sport exhaust, sport suspension, electronic limited-slip differential, and torque vectoring, giving it performance to match its dramatic looks.
Loaded with the Performance, Climate, Vision, and Premium Packs, highlights include 20-inch black wheels, red brake calipers, Performance seats, Meridian premium audio, navigation, rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, parking sensors, and a power soft top that opens in just 12 seconds.
Firesand Orange. 16,645 miles. 495 supercharged horsepower. Top down with that V8 roaring, this is one Jaguar that definitely lives up to its looks!
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