The GT2 class is a production vehicle focused class, which means less room for custom go-fast parts. This is good news for Corvette owners, as this means a possibility for more ALMS-derived speed goodies for street driven Corvettes. Improvements are vast in this new GT2 C6.R and start with a ZR1-sourced aluminum chassis and extend to ZR1-based fenders and body panels as well as ZR1-inspired aerodynamic modifications. Not very ZR1-like is the power that actually takes quite a dive to keep in line with class regulations and now sits at 470hp and 535lb.-ft, which is a decrease of over 100 in each category. Adding to that the fact that the GT2 C6.R is 165 pounds heavier and it creates a very different driving experience for the talented drivers at Corvette Racing. With a heritage of 77 wins and eight consecutive ALMS championships, we’re not too worried about their chances though.
It seems like Corvette Racing is ready to hit the front lines come their first race at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course this weekend. They come equipped with the backing of all of their previous sponsors: Compuware retaining the primary sponsor position, Mobil 1 supplying the high performance, low-friction lubricants they are known for and Michelin helping keep the C6.R planted firmly to the track. The team says they aren’t running for a championship this year but we wouldn’t be true fans if we didn’t hope they captured one anyway. You can watch the new C6.R make its maiden voyage on Sunday, August 9th on ABC at 2:30 EDT.
For more details on the new GT2 Corvette C6.R check out GM’s page with the complete rundown here.
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