Sep 04, 2018 i have actually wanted to make a video of this for a little while now because i dont keep my cars for very long and i wanted to keep a history of how the automatic c6 corvette shifts with the. Find the best used 2008 chevrolet corvette near you. Which is faster official c6 vette registry corvette c6. Beginning with the 2008 model year, the corvette received a new engine, the ls3. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 chevrolet corvette including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. The newfor2008 vette doesnt look much different, but more power, better steering, and an available. Automatic transmission parts for 2008 chevrolet corvette when you shop the. How fast does a c6 automatic shift, comparison for. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speci. Decades from now, our guess is that corvette fans will still be debating which is better a manual transmission or an automatic. Adding to the impressive performance numbers recorded by motor trend. Both configurations use a fivelayer fabric that conceals the underlying structure for a good topup appearance, plus it helps preserve the cars excellent aerodynamics and reduces road noise. At full wail the 2008 corvette sounds plenty healthy, yet has a better acoustical clarity than the 2007 model.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable. The 2008 corvette coupes and convertibles featured a new splitspoke wheel as the standard wheel option for that year. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. It was also added to the 1997 fifthgeneration corvette. Transmissions are a 6speed manual, or our cars 6speed automatic with manual paddle shifters. The body color is victory red with ebony interior and titanium accents. Home service bulletins 2008 chevrolet corvetteautomatic transmission complaints tsbs mpg owners manuals warranties price 2008 chevrolet corvette automatic transmission technical service bulletins tsb number. It seemed when driving the car with the automatic, the car felt like a quick, sporty type car.
Quicker shift times on paddleshift six speed automatic. Automatic transmission parts for 2008 chevrolet corvette for. Get the best deals on automatic transmission parts for 2008 chevrolet corvette when you shop the largest online selection at. Quicker shift times on paddleshift sixspeed automatic. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the vehicle needs to be in park p. Please take into account that the chevrolet 0 to 60 times and quarter mile data listed on this car performance. All the specs and new features on the 2008 corvette super chevy magazine. Automatic door lock your vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of park p for automatic transmissions, or when vehicle speed becomes faster than 8 mph kmh for manual transmissions, both doors will lock. Traffic driving with an automatic is practically too easy. If a stock ls2 or ls3 produces enough horsepower to push a c6 that fast, then each of the three versions automatic, manual, and z51 manual will be computer limited to 186 miles per hour when theyre still in fifth gear. Chevrolet 2008 corvette owners manual pdf download. Both configurations use a fivelayer fabric that conceals the underlying structure for a good topup appearance, plus it helps preserve the car s excellent aerodynamics and reduces road noise. Jan 16, 2008 i am looking at ordering a 2008 corvette but i cant make up my mind about manual vs.
Manual corvette models now had improved shift linkage. This is a 2008 3lt corvette convertible with 22,500 miles. Adjust the drivers seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Jan 28, 2015 available for the c6 corvettefrom 2008 to 20was tremecs new tr6060 sixspeed manual overdrive transmission. Shop from the worlds largest selection and best deals for corvette. From 2008 onward, the steering was revised for improved feel and the wheels were updated to a new five. Originally, the tremec t56 evolved as a highertorque capacity, sixspeed version of the proven m49 fivespeed manual transmission, and was introduced in the 1993 chevrolet camaro and pontiac firebird. Find automatic chevrolet corvette listings in your area. Transmissions and axle ratios the shifting efforts for both the sixspeed manual transmission and paddleshift sixspeed automatic transmissions have been improved in 08 corvette models. The 2008 chevrolet corvette is available as a coupe or convertible, with either a manual or automatic transmission.
Gearing in the z51 is nine to 14 percent shorter in the first four gears relative to the base manual, and while the base sixspeed paddleshifted automatic matches the z51s gearing in first, the. The even sportier and trackoriented z06 model is powered by a 7. Fully loaded with ls7 and 505 hp mated with a six speed transmission, chrome wheels and every options available on z06. Automatic transmission trans action we take an indepth look at the new stingrays manual and automatic transmissions.
This topgrade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a wellbalanced design. Lets look at what corvette forum members have to say about the manual vs automatic comparison. I have actually wanted to make a video of this for a little while now because i dont keep my cars for very long and i wanted to keep a history of how the automatic c6 corvette shifts with the. The chevrolet corvette c6 is the sixth generation of the corvette sports car that was produced. The 2008 corvette was a sixth generation c6 corvette, spanning years 200520. The z06 model is available only as a fixedroof coupe. However, the wheels offered with the 2008 corvette received some notable improvements. I am looking at ordering a 2008 corvette but i cant make up my mind about manual vs. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 chevrolet corvette including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving. Automatic door lock your vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors are closed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of park p for automatic transmissions, or.
Used chevrolet corvette with automatic transmission for. Search over 7,700 listings to find the best local deals. For the 2008 model year, it has evolved into the tr6060. Do you prefer to row your own gears or let your corvette shift the transmission shifting for you. We have 243 2008 chevrolet corvette vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 39 1owner cars, and 283 personal use cars. The 2008 corvette convertible features a poweroperated soft top with the 3lt package.
General motors, gm, the gm emblem, chevrolet, the chevrolet emblem, the names. Autotrader has 160 chevrolet corvettes for sale, including a used 2008 chevrolet corvette, a used 2008 chevrolet corvette convertible, and a used 2008 chevrolet corvette convertible w 3lt. For an automatic transmission, with your foot on the the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Outwardly, there were few notable cosmetic changes to the exterior of the car. Do you want to be in control of your own gear changes with a stick in the center console and a third pedal on the floor or would you rather just stick the shifter in drive and be done with it. Gearing in the z51 is nine to 14 percent shorter in the first four gears relative to the base manual, and while the base sixspeed paddleshifted automatic matches the. Showing the 2008 chevrolet corvette base 2dr coupe. This great 2008 chevrolet corvette z06, comes equipped with some very nice features, these include leather seats, power seat for the driver, heated seats, programmable garage door opener, push to start ignition, auto dimming rear view mirror, amfm. Per motor trend s article on the 2008 corvette, these performance numbers line up almost perfectly with those of the best 2002 c5generation z06. Our list of 15 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2008 chevrolet corvette. Available for the c6 corvettefrom 2008 to 20was tremecs new tr6060 sixspeed manual overdrive transmission.
View and download chevrolet 2008 corvette owners manual online. Learn more about the 2008 chevrolet corvette article. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Get the best deals on automatic transmission parts for 2008 chevrolet corvette when. In 2008, buying a manual car meant better gas mileage. Read this manual from beginning to end to learn about the vehicles features and controls. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard, and a sixspeed automatic is offered. The ls3 with the sixspeed paddleshift automatic is the fastest automaticequipped corvette ever, with 060 mph capability of 4. No surprise, really that car made, ahem, only 405 horsepower and 400 poundsfeet of torque. Mar 03, 2017 the 2008 corvette coupes and convertibles featured a new splitspoke wheel as the standard wheel option for that year. Apr 27, 2007 all the specs and new features on the 2008 corvette super chevy magazine.
Ecklers corvette is your onestop shop for 2008 corvette parts. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement. Of course, by then, new corvettes will likely only be offered as automatics. The chevy corvette gets extensive mechanical changes for 2008, including more powerful engines for both the standard model and the topperformance z06, plus improved transmission action and steering feel. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Used 2008 chevrolet corvette for sale with photos cargurus. Pictures, symbols, and words work together to explain vehicle operation. I like having control of the shifting and the sound. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Beginning with 2008, the corvette received a new engine.
This new design offered drivers a reduced shift travel for faster acceleration, it utilized larger gears for better durability and increased torque requirements. Both trannys have been tweaked to deliver more positive shifts, and the automatic can now be mated to an optional 2. With the largest selection of cars from dealers and private sellers, autotrader can help find the perfect corvette for you. Chevy corvette base automatic transmission 2008, automatic transmission shifter cable by genuine. Chevy corvette automatic transmission 2008, automatic transmission wiring harness by rostra powertrain. Automatic transmission parts for 2008 chevrolet corvette. Jul 23, 2017 most people ask why i chose a automatic vs manual in this video imma tell you why also if you guys have pipe suggestions please comment them below and are. All of which comes together when you punch the pedal, as our 2008 corvette convertible jumps to 60 in 4. Apr 27, 2007 transmissions and axle ratios the shifting efforts for both the sixspeed manual transmission and paddleshift sixspeed automatic transmissions have been improved in 08 corvette models. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, press and release the desired button. Oct 30, 2007 the 2008 chevrolet corvette is available as a coupe or convertible, with either a manual or automatic transmission. The 2008 chevrolet corvette and z06 2008 corvette coupe. Manual transmission for 2008 chevrolet corvette gmpartshouse. Additionally, it takes much less effort to drive an automatic equipped car quickly.
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