Chevrolet Corvette (C8) special models exclusively for Japan!

Thomas Wachsmuth March 14, 2024 -> Cars from AZ, Chevrolet, News vehicles

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Chevrolet has two exclusive to the Japanese market Corvette C8 special editions launched, the Edition CERV I and the Heritage edition, both limited to total only 40 cars and exclusively as Right-hand drive version. The editions pay homage to the rich history and heritage of the Corvette, specifically designed for the tastes and preferences of the Japanese buyer. The Edition CERV I, inspired by the first Chevrolet Experimental Research Vehicle from 1959, developed by Zora Arkus-Duntov, the father of the Corvette, stands out blue stripes on a Silver Flare metallic paint out of. The design is an allusion to the livery of the concept vehicle at the time.

Corvette C8 special Edition

The look is complemented by Edge Yellow calipers and black five-spoke rims. Colors dominate in the interior Jet Black and Navy Blue. Heritage edition on the other hand, pays tribute to the first generation of Corvette from 1953, recognizable by the Interior equipment in Adrenaline Red, a trademark of the C1. For the exterior, the designers chose a discreet one Seawolf Gray Tri Coat Finish, a first for the Japanese market. The details of the edition are rounded off with: 20 inch forged wheels in black or Dark gray. Unfortunately, we're not entirely sure about this based on the few pictures.

can already be ordered now

Both special models retain the 6.2 liter V8 with 502 PS and 637 Nm Torque of the standard Stingray, without any subsequent increase in performance. The Edition CERV I and the Heritage edition are already available through the Chevrolet dealer network in Japan. From each edition will be 15 Coupé- and 5 convertibles offered. The coupé variants are priced from ¥15.100.000 (93.280 EUR) for the CERV I edition and ¥17.400.000 (107.500 EUR) for the Heritage Edition available, while the rarer convertibles are uniform ¥18.900.000 (116.800 EUR) cost. For comparison: The standard Corvette Stingray starts in Japan at ¥14.200.000 (87.720 EUR).