2008 Chevrolet Corvette

The latest edition of America's sports car received a modest update for the 2008 model year. While most visual changes are subtle, the biggest news lies beneath the hood. For 2008, the C6 now has a 6.2L LS3 V8 — increased from 6.0L — between the front fenders. The base model Corvette comes with 430 horsepower and 424 lb-ft of torque while a sport exhaust system bumps power to 436 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. Our test car — which had the sport exhaust option and Z51 performance package — was equipped with a six-speed manual, featuring better linkage for 2008. The Corvette can also be equipped with a new six-speed automatic with paddle shifters. Chevy claims the automatic is the fastest automatic Corvette ever, taking just 4.3 seconds to hit 60 mph.