Chevrolet and Corvette Racing introduce a limited edition to commemorate a decade of success
SEBRING, Fla., March 20, 2009 – Today Chevrolet introduced the limited production GT1 Championship Edition Corvettes at Sebring International Raceway. The GT1 Championship Edition (Regular Production Option GT1) commemorates the success of Corvette Racing and the Corvette C6.R:
Eight American Le Mans Series GT1 manufacturers and team championships
Five-time 24 Hours of Le Mans class champions
74 victories in international sports car competition
Included in the GT1 Championship Edition package:
Graphics inspired by C6.R livery feature Corvette Racing "Jake" mascot, ALMS championships, and driver flags
ZR1-style body color full-width spoiler and chrome wheels
Custom leather-wrapped ebony interior with exclusive yellow accent stitching
GT1 embroidery on leather seats, instrument panel, and center console armrest
Special engine cover with carbon pattern and yellow Corvette lettering
Windshield banner (owner installed)
GT1 Championship Edition to be produced in Corvette coupe, convertible and Z06 models in spring 2009:
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