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The fifth-generation Corvette coupe chassis is
substantiaUy stiffer than its predecessor, allowing for
a tight, structured, controUed ride and reduced vibration.
Other Featyres:
ol'ULL-LENGTtI PERIMETER fRJ.HE with hydro-
fonned side rails made out of tubular steel adds
to the structural strength. These rails are joined by
two bumper beams that are welded on, rather
than bolted, for high strength.
o tlYDROfORHED SIDE RJ.ILS are pressured into
shaped by " high
prE!SSIre
hydraulic press developed
by
GM.
This process results in fewer parts over
conventional designs for more efficient
construction,
Ughter weight and a more structurally sound frame.
o INTEGRJ.L CROSS MEHBER provides the instrument
panel with a finn foundation that helps reduce noise
and vibration.
o BJ.LSJ. WOOD CORE COMPOSITE SANDWICti
fLOOR is
Ughtweigh~
yet
strong.
o fLEXIIILEStlEET-HOLDED COMPOUND BODY
PJ.HELS resist damage and
corrosion.
Rear quarter
panels are bolted, not bonded, to the structure to
help reduce collision repair.
05 HPtlBUHPER SYSTEHS on both the front and
rear fascias protect from minor parking lot d
ings.
CQRVmE CONVERTIBLE
Corvette convertible was designed as a true convertible
from the beginning, not as a coupe with the top "cut
off." The biggest advantage of being designed as a
convertible is structural integrity and rigidity; however
tt
also gives
the
convertible a smooth, flowing exterior
look, along with seamless top
operation.
Features Indyde:
o HEATED REAR GLJ.SS WINDOW helps provide
clear vision in damp or icy weather conditions
over plastic inserts. The window provides the
driver with a broad rearward
view.
oINTEGRJ.L TRUNK
has
up to 13.9 cubic feet of useable
room for storage. (11.1 cu. ft. with top down.)
f'A.G£ 8
1999 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
,
o MANUAL fUNCTIONING CONVERnllLE TOP
is operated from the exterior of the
vehicle.
o 5-BOW PRESSURlZm ROOf DESIGN eUminates
the need for latches at the rear of the top, greatly
enhancing ease of operation.
o CONVERnIILE TOP fUTURES A BLACK tlEADUNER
wtth
exterior color choices of light Oak,
Black
or White.
o COt1f'OSITE TONNEAU COVER neatly stores the
convertible top
when
folded. With a push of " button,
the cover is released to reveal the storage area of
the folded top. In addition, the button will activate
the Express-Down power window feature. lowering
the windows facilitates latching and unlatching the
manually operated top to the windshield header.
o WATERfJ.LL PJ.NEL WITH HALLMARK CORVETTE
LOGO echoes earner Corvette designs by visually
extending the body<olor tonneau cover downward
between the seats.
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5_11..1rER V8 Sf! tNGINE (LS1)
The standard 5.7 liter
va
lSI engine with Sequential
Fuel Injection (SFI) is the latest in a long Une of
impressive powerplBnts in COr'llene. It features a
number of technological advancements that help
make Corvette a true performance machine.
Power @tings for
the
5 7
ya
engine
are:
o 345 HORSEPOWER at 5600 rpm
o 350
LB.-f"T.
TORQUE at 4400 rpm.
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