Corvette Review: 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT3

The standard features of this awesome sports car, the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT3, come together for all the comfort and performance that it gives. These features add to its value and passenger comfort and safety too. As far as driving this vehicle is concerned it is a dream on wheels that delivers the goods worth much more than its value in dollars. Though not much different to its predecessor of 2007, it is the perfect sports car for all enthusiasts who want speed on wheels cum safety.

Features of the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT3

The steering column of this vehicle is a tilt steering column which also has a steering column which is power telescopic, a 2 position memory and pinion variable assisted steering which has a power speed sensing rock. The instrumentation consists of a compass, tachometer, digital clock, instrumentation displayed on windshield, service interval indicator for oil quality, oil pressure gauge, control for audio which is steering wheel mounted and a battery gauge.

Another factor is the remote releases and controls. These factors control the remote trunk release which is inside the vehicle, a 3 function home link remote to open the garage door, a remote fuel door release, multi function remote that operates the anti theft and for locking and unlocking the door, a keyless entry which is operated with a key fob with audio and visual confirmation and a card key. This makes it easy for he driver to access all that he wants without having to move from his driver’s seat.

Seating arrangements and passenger safety

The seats are all made of upgraded leather, with dual reclining heated sport bucket seats that have a 2 position driver memory power and headrests. The driver and passenger seat adjusts 6 ways and has a front dual manual lumbar support.

Care has been taken to implement absolute safety for passengers and the driver. The front seat belts are 3 point ones, the car has side guard door beams, the crash sensor sends GPS signal, passenger and driver airbags have dual stage deployment, there are seat mounted front side airbags and passenger airbag cut off sensor. All this gives those in the car every possible aspect of safety while driving.

Storage compartments in the vehicle

The glove box can be locked and is fitted with a light on the inside, there is a front locking storage, dual door mounted storage, 2 front and 2 cup holders total, a covered lower console storage which is to be found on the floor, and a cargo net and cargo area cover.

Electrical fittings

There is an automatic climate control as well as a driver and front passenger climate control. For fresh anti polluted air there is an interior pollen air filter. For the comfort of those in the car there are ashtrays with cigarette lighters, 1 integral cigarette lighter, 2 front power outlets and a 12 volt battery.

Technical specifications of the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT3

Standard Engine:

* 6.2L V8, 16 valve, 430 hp @ 5900 rpm
* 6 speed manual (standard) or 6 speed automatic transmission
* 16 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy
* Green Rating: 61

Gas mileage: 16 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway

Torque: 424 @ 4600

Wheels: Alloy wheels

ABS Brakes: standard

Seating capacity: 2