2006 Chevrolet Corvette Consumer Reviews

The Affordable Supercar

Written by: BikerJoe on 09/13/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2dr Coupe (7.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

The Z06 is truly a supercar that not only performs as well as cars costing hundreds of thousands, but beats most of them on the track and around town. I demand performance and drive mine fairly hard. My Z06 never lets me down, whether zipping through the curvy mountain roads at insane speeds or in stoplight to stoplight g-force fun. Also, I don't know where the mpg rating comes from in this listing, but I never get lower than 21-22 mpg average for a tank, and I get about 28-29 while cruising the highways at 74 mph. On a recent trip to Kentucky, I drove for 1200 miles and averaged 25 mpg, even though they were very mostly hard-driven miles. Interior is only okay. Build quality is awful.

Favorite Features

Performance, engineering, racecar that is daily drivable. The engineers deserve real credit and kudos. The assembly plant people should be ashamed of themselves for the horrible build quality. They cause a reliability shadow to be cast over what should be known as the best car in the world.

Suggested Improvements

Build quality - horrible - my roof flew off at highway speeds. Been to the assembly plant and saw why - worst I've seen and I've seen many. They should visit the Toyota plant 1.5 hours away to learn how to manufacture cars. CD is the worst I've seen - functions like an old cassette player.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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sexy vette

Written by: Kathy on 07/10/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

My vette is sexy but I do believe it is not worth the asking price if you were to buy it new. I am having issues with the rubber molding and some electrical. If you buy a 2006 vette today (summer 2009) you will get a good deal on a pretty darn sexy car! It is fast enough to get out of anyones way because other cars do not see you very well. I did spin out one night turning on a left arrow to fast, ended up facing the same way I just came from! That was a little scary and could have been the end for the vette but the traffic was minor, I am sure I gave then a show! My back window is tinted which makes it look really nice with the tinted roof glass but the visual is not great.

Favorite Features

The looks...need I say more? Any Corvette owner will tell you, this car is hard to beat! It is a looker! Dude magnet, in my case!

Suggested Improvements

better molding, smoother ride, better sound system, lower the price of replacement parts and maintenance, it is pretty expensive to keep this care running perfect.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Idaho Z06

Written by: idaspud on 04/25/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2dr Coupe (7.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Acceleration is unbelievable, control and cornering is excellent, ride comfort is good, interior quality is mediocre at best. Gas mileage is great too, get around 32 on the highway. Most fun car to drive I have ever had and I'm 66.

Favorite Features

Acceleration and jealous looks from the young men.

Suggested Improvements

Interior quality should be better, real leather.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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2006 Z51 Corvette Coupe

Written by: Rhuland on 03/28/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Picked this up used. Was a NCM delivery. Very clean and still like new. I love everything about this fine piece of Americana. I have been waiting a decade to get this vehicle and now could not be happier. I love the torque, HP, fit and finish, HUD and on and on. I highly encourage you to get one if you can.

Favorite Features

HUD, Z51 Performance Packg, Corsa Exhaust, Vortex Air, and overall phenomenal looks of the C6.

Suggested Improvements

None.

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2006 Z51 Corvette coupe AT

Written by: hunter on 11/14/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

My driving and ownership experience has lived up to what I thought it would be! All i can say is wow this car is a monster.

Favorite Features

I love the heads up display it really helps you keep your eyes on the road & the paddle shifter for the AT.

Suggested Improvements

Only thing i would suggest would be have a air bag for your head

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Retired and in heaven!

Written by: FSTOLMAN on 07/19/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2dr Coupe (7.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I've owned a couple of Corvettes years ago and I enjoyed them. I'm retired now and couldn't avoid purchasing a two year old 2006 Z06 with 3,600 miles. Even my wonderful wife was so mezmerized with this car, she said buy it! The car is perfect and I am totally amazed with how great this Z06 is. Great looks, great power, fantastic handling and performance. I don't need to quote the stats. The car is a thrill every time I get behind the wheel. When I just look at it in my garage, I feel like I am in heaven.

Favorite Features

I like the HUD, sound of the bi-mode exhaust, and the paint quality is real nice. Although the 2LZ option package was not important to me at first, all of the bells and whistles are very nice.

Suggested Improvements

I love the car too much to nit pick but the rear hatch needs the electric pull down feature like the coupe. I always seem to need to slam it closed twice before it closes all of the way.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Wow! This must be what love feels like.

Written by: RC1 on 03/08/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

This is the nicest car I have ever owned. Prices are right and the performance is awsome. I have the 3LT and Z51 option plus NAV so the interior, in my opinion, is fantastic especially considering that this car is not your mother's luxury sedan. This car is about speed - hot, nasty, speed. After about 25 seconds at full throttle, your heart will be pounding in your chest, you'll be giggling like a maniac, and you'll be smiling so hard your face will actually hurt. My advice to you should you buy this car: respect the power always always always; get a really good radar detector. Check out the procharger supercharger. Yikes.

Favorite Features

400 hp and 400 ft/lbs at my command. 26 MPG at 65 mph. The NAV center. It's just cool whether you need it or not. The HUD. It too is just cool whether you need it or not. Heated seats. The rumble at ~1500 RPMs. The memory features

Suggested Improvements

I wish the ZO6 body styling was available for the standard C6- specifically the wider fenders and the extra scoops. That would surely make the European sports car designers unhappy.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Not A Car for Everyone

Written by: Dale on 02/05/2008

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2dr Coupe (7.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

This is not a car for everyone and it was not intended to be. This is a car for car enthusiasts who not only tolerate a firm ride and aggressive exhaust but demand it. I hear of buyers who want to quiet the car and make it more comfortable to drive. Give me a break. Why did you buy this car in the first place? After GM spent millions making the car lighter these buyers add sound deadening material. If your not used to driving high performance cars don't buy this car or be prepared to learn since traction can be difficult to come by even with traction control on. Also, you guys that have to ride around in plush leather living room furniture buy a Maserati.

Favorite Features

505 hp/470 ft. lbs of torque 3.7 secs. 0 to 60 mph 198 mph top speed Sub 12 sec. quarter mile 1.04g lateral-grip rating. 16/26 mpg Blows away Ferrari F430 at 1/3 the cost.

Suggested Improvements

We need more of what its got: Louder exhaust. Stiffer suspension. More hp and ft. lbs.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Fun and comfort

Written by: Fred Kraus on 11/16/2007

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

We traded a 2002 coupe for a low mileage 2006. They are two different cars. The 2002 was fun and fast, but not as smooth as the 2006. The 2006 is blindingly fast and very comfortable on long rides. Two trips from FL to NY, and one trip to Bowling Green. Room for two carryon size bags, one ice chest and one tolietries bag. 28 MPG avg. 85mph=2000RPM. Lots of waves and thumbs up. Can't stop grinning

Favorite Features

Keyless ignition and entry, I never have to dig in my pocket.

Suggested Improvements

Change sattelite radio to SIRIUS. Over- ride GPS lock if the passenger seat is occupied, eliminate the need for "Zones" to plan route.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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C6 Corvette Coupe

Written by: Volocty on 09/04/2007

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I've had my car now for almost 2 years and it is hands down the most exciting car I've ever owned. Power, style, and even the fuel mileage is fantastic. We just came back from a 3400 mile road trip, avg 27.2 mpg, it was so comfortable, no complaints. Passing power & it drives like it's on rails. The coupe offers the best of both worlds, as the roof comes off and stows in the back, when ever you're craving a little wind in your hair. I have the 6spd Auto w/Paddle shiffting and we used it aevery time we came across some twisty roads. I can't wait for the next road trip... (yeah I'm still smiling)

Favorite Features

Power w/fuel mileage that is unbelievable. 6Spd Auto trans. Styling is just hot!

Suggested Improvements

Better sound system. Corvette logo stiched on the seats would be nice too.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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