Those of you with a “significant other” know that anniversaries are an important thing to remember. Well, they’re just as important in the car world, too! And one of our favorite engineers of powerfully engineered automobiles celebrated a big one. 25 years of turning good cars into great ones is quite a feat, and we were happy to offer this very special limited production Corvette in our Pittsburgh showroom. Limited to just 15 coupes and 11 convertibles, this model has become one of the most sought after Corvettes of all time.
This Callaway transformation began with the rock-solid Grand Sport platform that shared its extra-wide bodywork, flared fenders and brake cooling scoops with those of the high-performance Z06. The Grand Sport’s track-focused suspension and massive ventilated disc brakes were also a perfect fit for the Callaway formula. After delivery to Callaway, the Grand Sport’s 6.2L/436 HP LS3 engine received an intercooled TVS2300 Roots-type supercharger on a high-flow intake manifold, high-ratio rocker arms and upgraded valve springs and pushrods. A new high-flow fuel pump and injectors were also installed, along with Reeves Callaway autographed carbon fiber injector covers and distinctive Double-D-tipped stainless steel exhaust. The resulting 620 HP and 555 lb-ft of torque completely transformed the Grand Sport in both performance and demeanor. It was the most ever produced by any LS3-powered Callaway Corvette.
As the ultimate tribute, Chevrolet reinstated RPO (Regular Production Option) B2K, the same designation originally assigned to the 1987-1991 Callaway Twin Turbo Corvette option and the only Corvette RPO ever issued for a non-GM manufacturer.
The body and interior are absolutely flawless and the vehicle comes with a complete array of documentation including all manuals, window sticker and Callaway paperwork. The car possesses the 4LT Preferred Equipment Group and has two tops – carbon flash solid and halo translucent panels.
This sinister-looking Callaway also shows off the special Callaway carbon fiber hood with “SUPERCHARGED” emblems, carbon fiber splitter and rear spoiler, red Corvette brake calipers and Michelin Pilot Sport tires on Callaway Black wheels. Riding 1.5 inches lower than stock, this 2012 Callaway Corvette combines a Cyber Gray exterior with an Ebony interior, power seats, windows and locks, Callaway floor mats and commemorative dash plaque, completing a transformation into one very exclusive edition of America’s Sports Car. It is believed that this special car has been driven only 1,070 miles since new. See more pictures at MAxmotive.com
