The numbers four, two and seven when put in sequence in precisely that order, mean a great deal to Chevrolet fans. With the introduction of the 7.0L LS7 small block V8 into the current Corvette, Chevrolet appear to have worked out that 7.0 litres is roughly equivalent to 427 cubic inches of displacement, an engine size that the hallowed American car maker is famous for producing albeit some 40 years ago.

So it should come as no surprise to learn that the marketing gurus at GM have decided to produce a limited edition '427 Z06 Corvette' for the 2008 model year which pays homage to the wild 427ci equipped Corvettes of the mid to late 60’s.

As you would expect the '427 Z06 Corvette' is equipped with an array of special features such as Crystal Red Tintcoat exterior paint, new chrome wheels and “427” embroidered seats and floor mats to list but a few.

You see this car is all about the numbers though. The 427 refers to the 7.0 litre displacement of the engine in cubic inches. The production run will be limited to just 505 units, why 505? Because 505 is the number of horsepower the LS7 puts out at the crankshaft. However, only 427 (yes there’s that number again) will be sold in the United States and Canada with the remainder being allocated for elsewhere.

So I can think of two reasons to purchase this limited edition ‘Vette’. One; you would like a thoroughbred American sportscar. Two; you’re a mathematician harbouring an obsession with numbers, codes and sequences. Whichever it is, this Corvette will probably prove to be one of the most collectable models in recent memory. Read on to learn a little more about the history of this American legend.

 

I don't mind the chrome wheels, and that a rarity on sports cars, I do mind the paint job. If I were GM, I would have attempted to bring back the "stinger" hood/side pipes combo that is so coveted in the stingray world.

 

not feeling those wheels...at all.

 

13K for nasty crappy paint scheme and ugly wheels, no thanks

 

Not feeling the wheels but actually kind of like the paint.

 

I am surprised they didn't auction the 1/505 car on Barrret Jackson, they would of easily got mega bucks especially since this year is a bad year for GM as its expenses overly increased.

I think the wheels look very tacky, however the colour and interior suites the car well. I would of at least looked at polishing the standard Z06 5 spoke wheels and putting them on the 505 car.

 

Someone at GM is just loving the chromies these days.

 

WORD... Gimme an 08 and then i'l slap moton's and better rotors/pads in!

 

Great lookin color, but not sure if I like the wheels or the black stripe on the hood.