🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Chevrolet

Model:

Corvette

Year:

2011

Platform Generation:

C6 Generation (2005-2013)

Model Code:

Not specified in product information

👋 Introduction

Product Category:

Automotive Collectible Media / Event Documentation

Comparison To Manuals:

This product is not a traditional automotive manual (service, repair, owner's). It's a collection of photographic memories and visual assets from a specific automotive event.

Privacy Measures:

Faces and tags are pixelated for privacy protection.

Camera Used:

Kodak io8

Copyright Status:

Copyright Protected

📋 Manual Details

Primary Focus:

Visual documentation of a Corvette show event

Event Location:

Ottawa

Event Type:

Corvette Show

Estimated Page Count:

N/A (Digital stock photo collection)

Type:

Digital Stock Photo Collection

Language:

N/A (Visual Content)

Format:

JPG Image Files

📖 Manual Coverage

Automotive Systems:

Exterior aesthetics, interior design elements, attendee interaction, general show environment of 2011 Chevrolet Corvettes.

Procedural Coverage:

No maintenance, repair, or diagnostic procedures covered. Focus is purely on visual documentation of an event.

Technical Detail Level:

Superficial. Provides visual context of the vehicle at a specific event, not technical specifications or repair guidance.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

File Size:

Mostly under 4 MB per file

Print Recommendation:

Suitable for digital viewing and potentially small-scale printing. High-resolution detail for technical manuals is not guaranteed.

Binding:

N/A (Digital Files)

Paper Stock:

N/A (Digital Files)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

LS3 V8 (Standard for 2011 Corvette Coupe/Convertible)

Displacement:

6.2 Liters (376 cubic inches)

Horsepower:

430 hp @ 5900 rpm (with standard exhaust)

Torque:

424 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm (with standard exhaust)

Horsepower Z51:

436 hp @ 5900 rpm (with optional performance exhaust)

Torque Z51:

428 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm (with optional performance exhaust)

Fuel Delivery:

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended)

Ls3 Engine Code:

LSU

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

6-speed Manual (Tremec TR6060)

Transmission Type:

6-speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters (with Active Rev Matching)

Active Rev Matching:

Available on automatic transmission for smoother downshifts.

Manual Transmission Fluid:

GM Part No. 12346190 (Synchromesh Transmission Fluid) or equivalent DEXRON-VI ATF for automatic.

📐 Dimensions

Length:

175.1 inches (4447 mm)

Width:

72.6 inches (1844 mm)

Height:

49.1 inches (1247 mm)

Wheelbase:

105.7 inches (2685 mm)

Curb Weight Manual:

Approximately 3175 lbs (1440 kg)

Curb Weight Automatic:

Approximately 3217 lbs (1459 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

Not specified in product data

Cargo Volume:

11.1 cubic feet (314 liters)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact:

5-Star (for Coupe models)

NHTSA Side Impact:

5-Star (for Coupe models)

IIHS Frontal Offset:

Good (for models tested)

Traction Control:

Standard (Competitive Ride Control and Traction Control - TC)

Stability Control:

Standard (Active Handling)

Braking System:

4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) with performance brake linings

Airbags:

Driver and front passenger airbags, side-impact airbags.

Seatbelts:

3-point active seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Tire Pressure Monitoring:

Standard (TPMS)

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment System:

Bose premium audio system with CD/MP3 playback, auxiliary input, and available navigation system.

Display Screen:

7-inch touchscreen display (optional navigation)

Cruise Control:

Standard

Head Up Display:

Optional (HUD)

Bluetooth:

Optional (for hands-free calling and audio streaming)

Usb Port:

Optional (for audio playback and device charging)

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, based on oil life monitoring system.

Tire Rotation Interval:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or annually

Brake Fluid Flush:

Recommended every 2 years regardless of mileage.

Engine Oil Type:

SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (API SM or SN)

Engine Oil Capacity:

8.5 US quarts (8.0 Liters)

Coolant Type:

GM P/N 12378397 (Dex-Cool Orange) or equivalent Dex-Cool compliant coolant

Power Steering Fluid:

GM P/N 89021180 (Dexron VI ATF) or equivalent

Common C6 Issues:

Potential for dry-rotting of rubber components (e.g., sway bar bushings) over time, occasional issues with infotainment system glitches, and clutch master cylinder leaks on manual transmissions.

Ls3 Engine Reliability:

Generally considered very reliable. Some owners report oil consumption concerns, which can be managed with proper monitoring and occasional top-ups.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Founding:

Chevrolet founded in 1911 by Louis Chevrolet and William C. Durant.

Corvette Introduction Year:

1953

C6 Generation Start:

2005

C6 Major Updates 2011:

Minor styling tweaks, updated interior materials, and the introduction of the LS3 engine as standard across coupe/convertible models.

Production Location:

Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA

2011 Production Volume:

Not specified in product data

🏆 Awards & Recognition

2011 Corvette Recognition:

While specific awards for the 2011 model year are not detailed in the product description, the C6 Corvette generation consistently received accolades for its performance and value. It was often cited in 'best sports car' lists.

Competitor Comparisons:

The 2011 Corvette C6 competed against vehicles like the Porsche 911, Nissan GT-R, and BMW M3, often offering a stronger performance-per-dollar value proposition.