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Chevy Unchains a New Corvette 427 Convertible

by Chevrolet in the News on January 20, 2012

Consider it the ultimate example of automotive sibling rivalry: Shortly after the announcement of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible—destined to set new performance benchmarks for a Camaro drop-top—big brother is answering with the fastest, most capable convertible Corvette to ever come down the production line: The 2013 Chevy Corvette 427 Convertible.
It’s a reincarnation of a classic that also celebrates some notable landmarks for Corvette.
“The 2013 model year will be historic for Corvette, marking its 60th Anniversary and the final year for the current ‘C6’ generation,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Global Marketing and Strategy for Chevrolet. “We couldn’t think of a more fitting way to celebrate these milestones than bringing back one of the most-coveted combinations in the brand’s history—the Corvette convertible and a 427 cubic-inch engine.”
For the metrically inclined, that means the latest Corvette gets a 7.0-liter heart transplant, with the donor being the hi-po Corvette Z06. And keep in mind: This hand-built LS7 engine pumps out 505 hp and 470 lb.-ft. of torque. Installed in the 427 Convertible, the results include a 0-60 time of 3.8 seconds, a quarter-mile time of 11.8 seconds and top speed north of 190 mph. Lateral acceleration is an impressive 1.04 g.
The only choice in transmission is a six-speed manual, but there is one unique option available car’s powertrain: Corvette 427 Convertible owners can enjoy the Corvette Build Experience, in which they travel to GM’s Performance Build Center in Wixom, Mich., to assemble their car’s engine themselves.
Also included are other core elements drawn from the high end of the current Corvette lineup, like the driveline and rear axle system of the Z06, ZR1-style Michelin PS2 tires wrapped around the lightweight, machine-faced wheels that debuted on the 2012 Z06, standard Magnetic Selective Ride Control—one of the fastest-reacting suspension enhancers in the world—and plenty of carbon fiber body work.
In fact, thanks to a carbon-fiber raised hood, Z06-style fenders and floor panels, with an available carbon-fiber front splitter and rocker panels that are standard on the 60th Anniversary package, the 427 Convertible weighs a mere 3,355 lbs. That’s good for a power-to-weight ratio of 6.64 (each horsepower is driving 6.64 lbs. of Corvette) and good enough to beat drop-tops such as the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, Audi R8 5.2 RSI Spyder, Aston Martin DBS Volante Convertible and Ferrari California Convertible.
The rest of the new 60th Anniversary package, which will be available on all 2013 Corvette models, adds an Arctic White exterior/Blue Diamond interior, a cabin swathed in leather and suede, a ZR1-style rear spoiler, 60th Anniversary badging and logos, gray-painted brake calipers and, for convertible models, a blue top. Chevy also will offer a graphics upgrade to the package for further flair, courtesy of full-length Pearl Silver Blue racing stripes, including, for convertibles, a stripe stitched right into the top.
Both the Corvette 427 Convertible and the 60th Anniversary package are set to reach dealers this summer.
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2012 Chevy Equinox Voted Best Bang For The Buck Zeigler Chevrolet

2012 Chevy Equinox Delivers ‘Best Bang for the Buck’

by Chevrolet in the News on December 9, 2011

The small crossover segment is packed with strong entries, but few can deliver the kind of value offered by the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. Just ask the team at MSN Autos, which recently named the ’Nox to its “Best Bang for the Buck: Crossovers” list.
The popular Chevy gained acclaim for a wide range of features, starting with its strong fuel-economy numbers. The 2012 Equinox is capable of EPA ratings of 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway/26 mpg combined, providing a highway cruising range of more than 600 miles. Also earning praise from MSN Autos was the vehicle’s high-versatility interior. Thanks to Chevy’s Multiflex seating system, the Equinox’s rear seats can be moved forward or backward by almost eight inches to offer either best-in-class rear legroom or a rear cargo area capable of holding more than 31 cubic feet of gear.
There’s further versatility under the skin, too. In addition to its advanced 2.4-liter Ecotec I4 engine with direct injection—the best choice for fuel economy—Chevy also offers a powerful 3.0-liter V6 that makes 264 hp and a robust 222 lb.-ft. of torque. Both engines also can be mated to GM’s proven all-wheel-drive system for an added dose of surefootedness.
For the new model year, Chevrolet has improved the Equinox’s value proposition even further with a host of available new features, including:

• The Chevy MyLink connectivity system
• A rearview camera system (standard on the Equinox 1LT)
• A seven-inch color touchscreen audio system with USB port (standard on 1LT, 2LT and LTZ trims)
• OnStar-enabled Bluetooth phone functionality and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls (now standard on the Equinox LS)
• 18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels (available on the Equinox 2LT and LTZ)
• Blind-spot mirrors (now standard on all models)
• A lane-departure warning and forward collision alert system (available on the Equinox LTZ with a V6)

Closing the deal for MSN Autos: Even with all that “bang,” the MSRP of the Equinox opens at just 23,450 bucks.

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Corvette Recognizes Its Heritage at 2011 SEMA Show

by Chevrolet in the News on November 1, 2011

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The storied tradition of America’s top sports car will open another chapter at this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) event, as two Corvette show cars, each honoring a different aspect of Corvette history, make their world premieres.
To help recognize the 30th annual “Corvettes at Carlisle” gathering—held each year in Carlisle, Pa., and one of the largest in North America—Chevy is introducing the Corvette Carlisle Blue Grand Sport Concept. Based on the Corvette Grand Sport, the show car shows off a new exterior color—the aptly named Carlisle Blue Metallic—as well as the first appearance of silver-painted Torque 2 wheels and full-length Pearl White racing stripes.
Also featured on the Carlisle Blue Grand Sport:

• A hand-built LS3 6.2-liter V8 capable of up to 436 hp and 428 lb.-ft. of torque
• Six-speed manual transmission
• Magnetic Selective Ride Control
• Gray six-piston brake calipers
• Goodyear F1 Supercar Gen 2 tires
• Dual-mode exhaust system
• Cyber Gray headlamps
• Premium nine-speaker Bose touchscreen sound system
• Plenty of Genuine Corvette Accessories, including carbon-fiber ground effects and a GRAND SPORT hood blanket, ebony floor mats, console lid and racing pedal package

In addition, to help salute Ron Fellows’ 2011 induction to the National Corvette Museum Hall of Fame, Chevy has developed the perfect way to celebrate one of the winningest racers ever to get behind the wheel of its flagship sports car: The Corvette Z06 Ron Fellows “Hall of Fame” Tribute. The Tribute car takes the ultimate Corvette—the ultra-high-performance Z06—and gives it an aggressive Torch Red Exterior, accented by graphics that pay homage to Fellows’ many accomplishments for Corvette Racing. The car also benefits from:

• Z06 Performance Package (Z07)
• Magnetic Selective Ride Control
• CFZ carbon-fiber package with splitter and rocker moldings
• Carbon-fiber raised hood
• Black headlamp housings and mirrors
• Red brake calipers
• Ebony interior with red stitching
• Suede-trimmed steering wheel, shift knob, parking brake handle and armrests with red stitching
• Special seats
• Genuine Corvette Accessory Racing Pedal Package

And while neither of these SEMA Corvettes will be available to the public anytime soon, the 2012 lineup of production models is ready to roll at local dealerships across the country.

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2012 Chevy Equinox Gains New Features Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

2012 Chevy Equinox Gains New Features

The lowdown on the upgrades to the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox?
“Since this generation went on sale in mid-2009 we have sold every Equinox we can build, but we aren’t counting on that momentum to carry us,” said Russ Clark, director, Chevrolet marketing. “We have carefully selected technologies that our customers will find valuable and are able to offer them at very attractive prices.”
Those technologies include Chevrolet MyLink, the brand’s highly regarded in-car infotainment and connectivity system. Leveraging the safety and security—and functionality—of GM’s OnStar system, MyLink provides both touchscreen and hand’s-free/voice-enabled access to online services like Pandora Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio, along with stereo audio streaming, wireless control over Bluetooth-enabled smartphones, and a high-res seven-inch color touchscreen.
In addition, the new model year will see the Equinox add GM’s exclusive one-camera crash-avoidance system to its long list of available equipment. Significantly undercutting the price of rival systems, with an MSRP of $295, the Equinox’s technology relies on a high-resolution digital camera that is mounted just ahead of the rearview mirror on the windshield. The camera is able to detect the shapes of other vehicles and lane markings and alert the driver—with both visual and audible warnings—if the Equinox is following too closely to another vehicle ahead of it or leaves its lane without the driver signaling, or if a collision is imminent. And if a potential collision scenario arises, the system ensures the Equinox’s brakes are pre-charged for optimal braking performance.
The 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is on sale right now at Zeigler Chevrolet Schauburg. We can be reached at 847-882-2200 or visit out website at http://www.zeiglerchevroletschaumburg.com/

The 2013 Diesel Cruze Is Comming To Schaumburg IL Zeigler Chevrolet

50 MPG Chevy Cruze Diesel to be Sold, Built in U.S.

by Chevrolet in the News on October 21, 2011

Chevrolet’s commitment to a fuel-efficient future – and support for U.S. manufacturing – were both in the news recently when GM announced it would build the 2013 Chevy Cruze diesel, expected to achieve about 50 mpg highway, at its plant in Lordstown, Ohio. The automaker also will invest $5.5 million in the facility to prepare for the new vehicle; it’s a necessary expense, since the team at Lordstown is currently running at near full capacity to keep up with demand of the gas-engined Cruze.
The popular compact was the best-selling vehicle in its segment in September, as well as through September, and has sold more than 212,000 units in its first 12 months in the U.S. marketplace. The diesel variant is slated to build on that success by representing yet another boost to Chevy’s ongoing efforts to improve the fuel economy of the Cruze lineup.
The Cruze Eco configured with a six-speed manual transmission already owns the highest fuel-efficiency mark of any gas-only vehicle sold in this country – a sterling 42 mpg – and that goes with impressive ratings of 28 mpg city and 33 mpg combined. But for the 2012 model year, Chevrolet engineers were able to squeeze even more miles per gallon out of the Cruze Eco outfitted with its six-speed automatic; the car is now up to 39 mpg highway, which represents a gain of more than 5 percent as compared to the 2011 model. Further, the peppy Cruze turbo received 2-mpg improvements across the board for 2012 and can deliver an EPA line of 26/38/30 with its six-speed autobox.
The next leap forward, the Cruze diesel, will get things jumping in the 2013 calendar year.

2012 Chevy Volt Available for Ordering at Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

In another major step forward for green transportation, Chevrolet dealers across the country are now taking orders for the 2012 Chevy Volt. And while availability of the Volt will increase dramatically—the 2011 model launched in seven states and Washington, D.C.—its starting price actually will decrease. Thanks to economies of scale that come with expanded production, the 2012 Volt will have an MSRP of $39,995; that’s more than $1,000 lower than the sticker price of the first Volts, and it can be further lowered by up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, bringing the car’s net cost to consumers down to $32,495.

And take note, that reduced price includes more features, too, like:

• Two new exterior colors (Summit White and Blue Topaz Metallic) and two new interior accent colors (White and Spiced Red)
• Standard keyless access with passive locking, which can automatically lock or unlock the Volt’s doors when the key fob gets close to the vehicle
• Standard three-year subscription to OnStar Turn by Turn navigation services
• Standard Chevrolet MyLink, providing Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones (late availability)
• Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 playback and 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen display
• Optional in-dash navigation system
• Optional 17-inch sport alloy wheels with black inserts (late availability)

Chevrolet also will continue its stellar (and standard) warranty coverage, which includes:

• An eight-year/100,000-mile limited warranty on the Volt’s 16-kWh lithium-ion battery
• Three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage
• Five-year/100,000-mile roadside assistance and courtesy transportation
• Five-year/100,000-mile limited gas engine coverage
• Six-year/100,000-mile corrosion protection coverage

“We are giving consumers greater choice of content as the Volt becomes available nationwide by the end of this year,” said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director. “This gives us the opportunity to be more flexible in our pricing and still provide additional high-tech content to customers who want to purchase it.”

To place your order for the 2012 Volt—which will still deliver an all-electric, no-emissions driving range of up to 35 miles and a total driving range of up to 379 miles—contact Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg today.

Chevy Volt Top Saftey Pick Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

Chevy Volt Earns IIHS “Top Safety Pick” Status

by Chevrolet in the News on May 26, 2011

Already one of the most innovative and highly awarded vehicles ever built by Chevrolet, the all-new Chevy Volt also is one of the safest: Just ask the experts at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), which recently recognized the world’s first mass-produced extended-range electric vehicle with its much coveted “Top Safety Pick” honor.
Just like other Top Safety Picks, the Volt had to both offer electronic stability control—a standard feature on the Chevy—and garner the highest possible scores in IIHS evaluations of side, rear, frontal and rollover crash protection. On the other hand, one particular Volt characteristic did have a noticeable affect on its safety performance. Because of its high-efficiency battery pack, the Volt outweighs many similarly sized vehicles on the road today, and those added pounds can mean added protection to occupants.
Because size and weight affect crashworthiness, as explained by Joe Nolan, chief administrative officer for the IIHS, the Volt’s extra mass provides it with “a safety advantage over other small cars,” making it “a win-win for fuel economy and safety.”
In addition, the Volt showcases a wide range of standard safety content, including:

• GM’s StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
• Front side, knee and full-length side-curtain airbags
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) compatibility for safety seats
• A five-year subscription to the OnStar Directions and Connections Plan with Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and navigation capabilities
• A driver-operated alert feature, developed in conjunction with the American Federation of the Blind, that can be used when the Volt is running in its near-silent all-electric mode to sound a warning for pedestrians (particularly those with visual impairments)

“Safety remains one of the most important factors buyers weigh when purchasing a vehicle,” said Doug Parks, Volt global vehicle line executive. “The IIHS designation reiterates the Volt as a safe, practical vehicle that can be a family’s only car—without compromises.”

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Chevy Cruze Named To “10 Best Interiors” List

by Chevrolet in the News on May 27, 2011

The all-new Chevrolet Cruze—in its 2LT RS trim—took home one of the industry’s most prestigious honors recently, when Chevy’s fuel-sipping compact earned a place on the annual Ward’s 10 Best Interiors list.
According to Ward’s editors:
“The Cruze illustrates clearly how the growing market for economy cars has convinced auto makers that cutting corners in the passenger compartment no longer works. Soft-touch surfaces, high-grade plastics, properly bolstered leather-appointed seats and great attention to noise reduction make the Cruze a wonderful value at $22,910.”
Of course, it’s an even better value at $16,525, which is the starting MSRP on the base Cruze. And even here, the Chevy offers plenty of high-quality materials and standard content, including 10 air bags—the most in the Cruze’s segment—along with a six-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system, air conditioning, ambient lighting, power windows and door locks, a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, six months of GM’s OnStar system, and more.
The sporty RS appearance package that helped the Cruze garner its recognition from Ward’s then builds on that strong foundation with further interior design touches like an uplevel instrument cluster with chrome accent rings, opaque cluster bevels and ice-blue backlighting. Also in the mix is an aggresive RS body kit for the exterior, with model-specific fascias, rocker moldings, rear spoiler and foglamps.
The 2011 Ward’s 10 Best Interiors list was based on a long list of criteria, among them being a vehicle’s materials, ergonomics, safety, human-machine interface, comfort, fit and finish, overall value, and aesthetics. Judges reviewed 51 new or significantly refreshed vehicles for this year’s recognition, eventually whittling the number down to just eight winners.
To get the inside story on the whole 2011 Chevrolet Cruze family—including the 42-mpg Cruze Eco—visit your local dealership today.