Things sure have moved along since the days of the ‘vette being pretty, and ok in a straight line. There isn’t one among us who don’t long for an open road, and a Chevy Corvette of any year, let alone the stunning 2024 model.
After the demise of General Motor’s Australian subsidiary, Holden, HSV also rode into the setting sun. Holden Special Vehicles disappeared in 2020, to be replaced by General Motors Specialty Vehicles, or, GMSV. GMSV has since imported Silverado and Corvette models, though both are rare sightings on Australian roads, with Silverado starting at $124,000.
As the MY24 C8 Corvette approaches, GSMV Director Greg Rowe says, “We’re thrilled to announce a series of updates to the upcoming MY24 C8 Corvette, additions which will make an already phenomenal performance vehicle all the more outstanding. Included in this exciting news is more information about the sensational new Z06, a rear-wheel drive, mid-engine Supercar manufactured right-hand drive and featuring an exquisite power plant, hand assembled by a master engine builder at the home of Corvette, the GM Bowling Green plant in Kentucky.”
General Motors exited right-hand drive markets, or at least that was the reason given for closing Holden at the end of 2020, 3 years after ceasing Australian production. It seems GM CEO Mary Barra had a change of heart. The new Corvette comes from the factory in righthand drive.
MY24 Corvette Z06 should be land in Australia and New Zealand late 2023. For those who can’t wait to see them, buyers can contact their local dealer to be added to current waitlists.
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ABOVE: 2024 Corvette Z06
MY24 C8 Corvette Stingray
The MY24 model gets a new Z51 Spoiler, news safety features, 2 new wheel options, and 3 new colours.
Safety:
- Forward Collision Alert with Low-Speed Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Intellibeam Auto High Beam Assist
Wheels: Two new five-split spoke wheel options in Satin Graphite wit:
- Machined Edge
- Bright Machined
Colour:
- Cacti Green
- Riptide Blue
- Sea Wolf Gray
with Carbon Flash now a regular colour on all models.
Cacti Green, Riptide Blue and Sea Wolf Gray, with Carbon Flash now a regular colour on all models.
MY24 Corvette Z06
Corvette Z06 has a naturally aspirated 475kW/595Nm LT6 5.5L DOHC V8 engine. Its all-new flat-plane crankshaft design lets the big V8 rev to 8,600 rpm. Adding to the code brown action is the Z07 Performance Package which gives the Corvette 1.22g of track insanity.
Impressive Brembo braking comes courtesy of 370mm front discs, with 380mm at the rear. Z06 uses six-piston front callipers instead of Stingray’s four-piston setup. The 8-speed dual clutch automatic has a 5.56 final drive ratio and Z06-specific suspension tuning with standard Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 (FE6).
Australian Z06 models come with 3LZ trim, and with 20-inch forged aluminium ‘Spider’ wheels at the front and 21-inch at the back.
Also standard:
steering wheel with carbon fibre
carbon fibre shift paddles
sueded microfibre on the upper interior trim
leather-wrapped interior door panels and instrument panel
GT2 bucket seats with Napa leather upholstery and carbon fibre highlights.
Optional Z07 Performance Pack includes:
- larger brakes with carbon ceramic rotors
- carbon fibre aerodynamic elements including air strikes, larger front splitter, front dive planes and carbon fibre high wing spoiler
- unique suspension tuning
- ultra-performance tyres
- carbon fibre wheels.
“Due to incredible global demand, the Corvette Z06 is a measured volume proposition, in keeping with its exclusive nature, availability will be very controlled,” said Mr Rowe.
“We appreciate this may disappoint many performance enthusiasts, but at the same time it will ensure those who do become a Z06 owner will know they possess a very special piece of automotive folklore.”
MY24 C8 Corvette Price – Australia
Includes GST and Luxury Car Tax
Excludes dealer delivery and on road costs
| MY24 C8 Corvette Stingray | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2LT Coupe | $175,000 | ||
| 3LT Coupe | $190,000 | ||
| 2LT Convertible | $190,000 | ||
| 3LT Convertible | $205,000 |
New Zealand
Includes GST
Excludes dealer delivery and on road costs
| MY24 C8 Corvette Stingray | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2LT Coupe | $185,000 | ||
| 3LT Coupe | $200,000 | ||
| 2LT Convertible | $200,000 | ||
| 3LT Convertible | $215,000 |
Z06 3LZ Coupe
| Australia RRP $336,000 Includes GST and Luxury Car Tax Excludes dealer delivery and on road costs |
|---|
| New Zealand RRP $346,00 Includes GST Excludes dealer delivery and on road costs |
Corvette E-Ray
| TBA in 2024 |
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Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.
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