Saturday, March 27, 2010

You Could Win a 2010 Camaro



Purifoy Chevrolet is pleased to be one of the sponsors for this year's edition of the Firefighters Hot Times Kool Cars car raffle to support the Children's Hospital Burn Center.



This year's raffle car is a brand new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro with the 1SS package. It comes with the 6.2L V8 engine that produces 426 HP and has a manual transmission. It is Victory Red with the Ebony Interior and has 20" wheels. This is a true muscle car and it will not dissapoint.



The 18th Annual Firefighters Hot Times Kool Cars Benefit Auto Show will take place on August 29th 2010 at the Arvada Center for the Arts in Arvada Colorado. The show starts at 9:00am and goes till 4:00pm. The car will be raffled off at the end of the show in the Arvada Center Amphitheatre.



Raffle tickets can be purchased at the dealership or by downloading this FORM and following the instructions on the form. The tickets are $5 a piece, 6 for $25, 13 for $50 or 28 for $100. All raffle ticket proceeds go to the prevention and treatment of burns at The Children's Hospital Burn Unit.


isit the Hot Times Kool Cars webite: http://www.hottimeskoolcars.org/

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Corvette C8 News

There has been some talk about the future possibility of a Corvette C8, and some of the specifics one might expect on it:

The Corvette C8 is still a ways off, but a new report claims to have the goods on the future sports car. While GM’s piggy bank was a little too shallow to foot the bill for a mid-engine C7 Corvette, the 8th iteration of America’s sports car will reported make the transition.


As if the shift to mid-engine wasn’t enough, the C8 will allegedly ditch the Corvette’s traditional V8 in favor of a more fuel-efficient twin-turbo V6. While the switch to a V6 powerplant will probably mark the end of high-horsepower Corvette models, it doesn’t mean the Vette will go soft. The C8 is slated to shrink in size in weight, meaning performance should be equal to – if not better – than today’s car.

Read entire article on Left Hand News.

Visit the Purifoy Chevrolet Indoor Corvette Showroom

Purifoy Chevrolet's Indoor Corvette Showroom houses up to 16 new or used Corvettes at a time.  Watch our video overview of the facility, then stop in to see our showroom for yourself:

Video Preview of the C6 GTR Corvette

Take a look at the C6 GTR Corvette currently available at Purifoy Chevrolet:


For more information, contact Purifoy Chevrolet.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

GM Previews New Windshield Technology

GM, pioneers of HUD, have been working with several universities to create a new head-up display (HUD) designed to superimpose the windshield with informational graphics.  This new technology is called enhanced vision system.  According to an article on Left Lane:

Using an array of vehicle sensors and cameras, the new system can detect edge road lines in foggy conditions and then display the edge lines on the vehicle’s entire windshield via transparent phosphors and compact lasers. If visibility is further reduced by rain, snow or other conditions, the system can be paired with nigh vision, essentially transforming the entire windshield into an enhanced display.


Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Sign Up Now for the 2009 Vettes on the Rockies

2009 Vettes on the Rockies registration is now open! Come be a part of this year's celebration. Register for the entire event or just the Sunday Show-n-Shine online HERE.  For more information on the event, visit PurifoyChevrolet.com or http://www.lgcacorvette.org/.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

GM Introduces the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition


A recent GM press release highlighted the 2011 Corvette Z06 Limited Edition:

DETROIT -- When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition.


“Designed to further incorporate technology developed through racing, the Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Corvette’s first race in the 24 Hours of LeMans,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet General Manager. “With a limited production of 500 units, this car is a must-have for the true Corvette collector and driving enthusiast.”

The Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition is another example of the expanded Corvette line-up. Five years ago, customers had the choice of a Corvette coupe or convertible. With the addition of the Z06, Grand Sport coupe and convertible and ZR1, Corvette enthusiasts now have more choices than ever.

“For track use, the Z06 Carbon is the best balanced Corvette yet. It combines the lightweight and naturally-aspirated Z06 engine with the road-holding and braking of the ZR1,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer. “For technical tracks like Laguna Seca, the Z06 Carbon could shave up to three seconds off the Z06 lap time.”

This limited edition Z06 will boast Brembo carbon ceramic brakes with specific dark gray metallic calipers. These powerful brakes were first introduced on the ZR1. Black 20-spoke 19-inch front/20-inch rear wheels complement the car’s Michelin PS2 tires. Other mechanical features include Magnetic Selective Ride Control for the first time on the Z06 and enhanced cooling. The car also features a special carbon pattern engine cover.

The Corvette Z06 Carbon will be available in two colors: Inferno Orange and the all-new Supersonic Blue. Black headlamps and mirrors, a ZR1-style body color spoiler, body color door handles, carbon fiber raised hood, and black carbon fiber rockers and splitter enhance the Z06’s dynamic design and reduce mass and aerodynamic lift. For track events, customers can also install the Euro-styled racing numbers that come with each car.

The Z06 Carbon’s ebony leather and suede interior is complemented by blue or orange seat stitching to match the exterior color chosen. Other features include a unique steering wheel emblem, sill plate and logoed headrest. The suede used on the steering wheel, shifter, seat inserts, armrests and doors add to the luxury of this limited edition Z06.

An optional Z07 performance package that includes the mechanical upgrades introduced on the Z06 Carbon can be added to a regular 2011 Z06. This package also includes Competition Gray 20-spoke wheels and all the chassis and cooling upgrades.

The CFZ Z06 carbon fiber package includes black carbon fiber rockers, splitter and roof panel with the full-width body color spoiler. It can also be purchased with or without the Z07 package on regular Z06 models.

The 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition, as well as the new Z07 and CFZ Z06 option packages will be available in late summer.
 
For more information, contact the Corvette Guys at Purifoy Chevrolet.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Purifoy Chevrolet's New Project: 2010 Corvette Grand Sport

Purifoy Chevrolet has a new project car in the works.  It is a 2010 Grand Sport 3LT coupe with a painted silver and gray "96 Grand Sport" stripe. It will feature ZR1 side skirts and rear spoiler. For the engine, we are going to use the brand new Edlebrock supercharger that will up the horsepower to 599HP. This car is still being built and should be ready in about a week, but we wanted to share some photos:










Saturday, March 6, 2010

The Corvette GTR is Here!

The Corvette GTR #6 is finally here!!!


This is the first C6 GTR that started as a Z06! So the wide body design of the GTR finally has the guts of a factory race car. The Velocity Yellow body stands out and makes you take notice. It has the 7.0L V8 LS7 engine that puts out over 500 HP and has a has a custom Red and Ebony interior.  For more pictures visit our Purifoy Chevrolet website.
 




Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Season Begins Soon For Corvette Racing

Corvette Racing will begin the race season at the Sebring International Raceway on March 20.  The race will be televised live on the Speed Channel.

2010 Corvette Racing Schedule  from Corvette Racing:


DATE VENUE TV

March 20
Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring
Sebring, FL

April 17
Tequila PatrĂ³n American Le Mans Series at Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

May 22
Monterey Sports Car Championships
Salinas, CA

June 12-13
24 Heures du Mans
Le Mans, France
July 10
Larry H. Miller Dealerships Utah Grand Prix
Tooele, UT
July 24
American Le Mans Northeast Grand Prix
Lakeville, CT
August 7
Acura Sports Car Challenge
Lexington, OH

August 22
Time Warner Cable Road Race Showcase
Elkhart Lake, WI
August 29
Grand Prix of Mosport
Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
October 2
Petit Le Mans
Braselton, GA