The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Grand Sport, and Z06
2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
2017 marked the introduction of the highly anticipated Grand Sport variant, a new middle ground between the Stingray and Z06. The Grand Sport featured an LS7-based engine producing 495 horsepower with unique cam profiles and specifications optimized for the iconic nameplate's balance of road and track capability. With 11,958 Grand Sport units produced, the new variant immediately resonated with customers seeking Z06-level performance with improved usability. The Stingray lineup continued with the LT1 engine at 460 horsepower, while the Z06 maintained its 645 hp LS7 and track-focused engineering. Total production for the model year reached 32,782 units. The introduction of the Grand Sport completed the C7's performance hierarchy, offering customers three distinct expression of Corvette's performance philosophy: the accessible Stingray, the balanced and capable Grand Sport, and the ultimate naturally-aspirated Z06. 2017 demonstrated Chevrolet's commitment to offering a comprehensive lineup that could serve diverse customer needs from street cruising to competitive track driving.
Production Options and Build Statistics
Total 2017 Corvettes Built - 32,782
Total 2017 Stingray Coupes - 6,449
Total 2017 Stingray Convertibles - 5,640
Total 2017 Grand Sport Coupes - 6,913
Total 2017 Grand Sport Convertibles - 5,045
Total 2017 Z06 Coupes - 5,415
Total 2017 Z06 Convertibles - 2,320
Total 2017 Stingray Convertibles - 5,640
Total 2017 Grand Sport Coupes - 6,913
Total 2017 Grand Sport Convertibles - 5,045
Total 2017 Z06 Coupes - 5,415
Total 2017 Z06 Convertibles - 2,320
Stingray Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D78H5100001 - 1G1YL2D78H5112089
Grand Sport Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D75H5200001 - 1G1YL2D75H5211958
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D9XH5300001 - 1G1YL2D9XH5307735
Grand Sport Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D75H5200001 - 1G1YL2D75H5211958
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D9XH5300001 - 1G1YL2D9XH5307735
The "Vehicle Identification Number" (also VIN or serial number) is stamped on a plate on the inner vertical surface of the left windshield pillar visible through the windshield. Here is the VIN decoder.
| Position | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | US built |
| 2 | G | General Motors Product |
| 3 | 1 | Chevrolet Motor Division Vehicle |
| 4&5 | YY | Corvette |
| 6 | 2 or 3 |
Body style number 2 = Two door hatchback coupe 3 = Two door convertible |
| 7 | 5 or 6 | Restraint Code |
| 8 | 7 or 9 | Engine Type (7 = 376 ci/6.2L LT1, 9 = 427 ci/6.2L LS7) |
| 9 | ? | A check digit that calculates the characters in the serial number and gives it a single digit code and can be used to verify that the serial number is legitimate |
| 10 | H | The model year H=2017 |
| 11 | 5 | Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| 12-17 | 100001-112089 for Stingray; 200001-211958 for Grand Sport; 300001-307735 for Z06 | Production Sequence |
Production Options
| Feature | Selection / Units |
|---|---|
| Stingray Base 1LT Trim | 52.0% |
| Z51 Performance Package (Stingray) | 32.7% |
| Grand Sport Collector Edition (Z25) | 935 units |
| Z07 Performance Package (Grand Sport) | 12.3% |
| Z07 Performance Package (Z06) | 32.5% |
| Eight-Speed Automatic (All Models) | 77.9% |
| Eight-Speed Automatic (Z06) | 70.9% |
Top Exterior Colors - 2017
| Color | Production | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Arctic White | 6,199 | 18.9% |
| Watkins Glen Gray | 5,822 | 17.8% |
| Black | 5,338 | 16.3% |
| Torch Red | 4,621 | 14.1% |
| Admiral Blue | 3,068 | 9.4% |
| Blade Silver | 2,144 | 6.5% |
| Long Beach Red | 1,590 | 4.9% |
Interior Colors
| Color | Availability |
|---|---|
| Jet Black | Standard / Most popular |
| Adrenaline Red | Optional sport interior |
| Kalahari Beige | Optional premium interior |
| Competition Gray | Optional (Z51/Z07 packages) |
2017 Corvette Specifications
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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| Feature | Stingray LT1 / Grand Sport & Z06 LS7 |
|---|---|
| Type | V-8, all aluminum, overhead valve |
| Displacement (cubic inches / liters) | 376 ci / 6.2L (LT1) / 427 ci / 6.2L (LS7) |
| Bore x Stroke (inches) | 3.90 x 3.62 (LT1) / 4.13 x 3.98 (LS7) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 (LT1) / 11.0:1 (LS7) |
| Horsepower @ RPM | 460 @ 6000 (LT1) / 495 @ 6400 (Grand Sport LS7) / 645 @ 6300 (Z06 LS7) |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) @ RPM | 465 @ 4600 (LT1) / 470 @ 5200 (Grand Sport LS7) / 630 @ 4800 (Z06 LS7) |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection, sequential direct injection |
| Transmission Options | Seven-speed manual with Active Rev Matching or eight-speed automatic (Stingray); Seven-speed manual only (Grand Sport & Z06) |
| Special Note (2017) | The Grand Sport variant debuted as a new middle ground between the Stingray and Z06, featuring a unique LS7 derivative engine tuned for balanced road and track performance at 495 horsepower. The Grand Sport's introduction completed the C7's three-tier performance hierarchy |