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2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 6MT

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The 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 6MT is a 505-hp 7.0-liter V8 with a transmission, 6-speed manual, short-throw 3.42 axle ratio.) and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $71,275 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 505 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 470 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Corvette measures 175.6 inches long on a 105.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,162 lb.

Spec	Value
Vehicle
Powertrain	Gas
Price
MSRP	$71,275 ($107,591 *)
Engine
Engine Type	LS7; Gas V8; 7.0L V-8; SFI
Displacement	7 L
Horsepower	505 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Torque	470 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Redline	7,000 rpm
Injection Type	SFI
Drivetrain
Drive Type	RWD
Transmission
Transmission	Transmission, 6-speed manual, short-throw (Includes (GU6) 3.42 axle ratio.)
1st Gear	2.66 (61 mph **)
2nd Gear	1.78 (91 mph **)
3rd Gear	1.3 (125 mph **)
4th Gear	1 (162 mph **)
5th Gear	0.74 (220 mph **)
6th Gear	0.5 (325 mph **)
Reverse	2.9
Final Drive	3.42
Fuel Economy
City	15 MPG
Highway	24 MPG
Combined	18 MPG
Recommended Fuel	Premium unleaded
Tank Capacity	18 gal
Suspension
Front Suspension	Short/Long Arm; Transverse Leaf Spr
Rear Suspension	Short/Long Arm; Transverse Leaf Spr
Brakes
Front Brake Disc	14 x 1.3 in
Rear Brake Disc	13.4 x 1 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front	18 x 9.5 in
Wheels Rear	19 x 12 in
Tires Front	P275/35ZR18
Tires Rear	P325/30ZR19
Dimensions & Weight
Length	175.6 in
Width	75.9 in
Height	49 in
Wheelbase	105.7 in
Front Track	63.5 in
Rear Track	62.5 in
Cargo Volume	22.4 ft³
Curb Weight	3,162 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front	37.9 in
Legroom Front	43.1 in
Shoulder Room Front	55.2 in
Hip Room Front	53.6 in

* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

390 hp · $81,250

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2-DR Convertible w/SAB).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet CORVETTE.

589 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet CORVETTE

Owner Complaints

589 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet CORVETTE (15 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas

Fuel/Propulsion System	369
Exterior Lighting	47
Engine	46
Electrical System	41
Power Train	33
Air Bags	24

A complaint can cite more than one area.

Most recent complaints

Oct 2, 2026 · Power Train

“Shift assembly broke, part unavailable, can't drive”

Jul 9, 2026 · Fuel System, Gasoline

“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that a strong fuel vapor odor was noticed inside and outside the garage where the vehicle was stored. Based on research, the contact…”

Jun 16, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“Fuel system leak. Strong odor of gasoline fuel both around and inside the vehicle. No noticeable fuel product on the ground or underneath the vehicle. I am greatly concerned that this is a very…”

May 8, 2026 · Vehicle Speed Control, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System

“I am a long time Corvette owner and have purchased many through the years. I recently purchased a 2008 Corvette Coupe with only 30k miles, one owner vehicle. Unbelievable to me, I have had to spend…”

Feb 5, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“My recently purchased 2008 was taken to the local chevy dealer for gas fumes in the garage. The technician reported "The smell is coming from the sending unit on the driver side. There was fuel…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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