The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray, Z06, and 70th Anniversary
2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray
2023 marked a landmark year for the Corvette with Chevrolet producing 53,785 units—the second-highest production volume in the entire 70-year history of the iconic American sports car, just 22 units behind the all-time record set in 1979. The 2023 model year introduced the highly anticipated Z06 variant, bringing a track-focused, widebody performance option to the mid-engine generation. The year also celebrated the Corvette's 70th anniversary with a special commemorative edition available across all body styles. Stingray models continued with the proven 6.2L LT2 V-8 producing 495 horsepower, while the new Z06 featured an advanced 5.5L LS7 engine with approximately 670 horsepower, bringing legendary naturally-aspirated performance to the mid-engine platform. Torch Red remained the dominant color choice at 7,895 units (14.7%), followed by Arctic White and Black. The 2023 model year production split 46.2% coupes and 41.9% convertibles for Stingrays, while Z06 models contributed 5.8% coupes and 6.1% convertibles. 2023 represented the C8's peak production achievement and demonstrated that the revolutionary mid-engine design had firmly established itself as the future direction for Chevrolet's flagship performance car.
Production Options and Build Statistics
Total 2023 Corvettes Built - 53,785
Total 2023 Stingray Coupes - 24,834
Total 2023 Stingray Convertibles - 22,538
Total 2023 Z06 Coupes - 3,109
Total 2023 Z06 Convertibles - 3,304
Total 2023 70th Anniversary Edition - 5,601
Total 2023 Stingray Convertibles - 22,538
Total 2023 Z06 Coupes - 3,109
Total 2023 Z06 Convertibles - 3,304
Total 2023 70th Anniversary Edition - 5,601
Stingray Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D7XP5100001 - 1G1YL2D7XP5150372
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZR53981P5300001 - 1G1ZR53981P5313413
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZR53981P5300001 - 1G1ZR53981P5313413
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 or ZR | YY = Corvette Stingray; ZR = Corvette Z06 |
| 6 | 2 or 3 |
Body style number 2 = Two door hatchback coupe 3 = Two door convertible |
| 7 | 5 or 6 | Restraint Code |
| 8 | X or 9 | Engine Type (X = 376 ci / 6.2L LT2 Stingray, 9 = 335 ci / 5.5L LS7 Z06) |
| 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 | P | The model year P=2023 |
| 11 | 5 | Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| 12-17 | 100001-150372 (Stingray); 300001-313413 (Z06) | Production Sequence |
Production Options
| Feature | Selection Rate |
|---|---|
| 70th Anniversary Edition | 10.4% |
| Stingray Models (Combined) | 88.1% |
| Z06 Models (Combined) | 11.9% |
| Z51 Performance Package (Stingray) | 59.4% |
| Z07 Performance Package (Z06) | 48.2% |
Top Exterior Colors - 2023
| Color | Production | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Torch Red | 7,895 | 14.7% |
| Arctic White | 7,216 | 13.4% |
| Black | 6,403 | 11.9% |
| Hypersonic Gray | 5,647 | 10.5% |
| Red Mist | 4,917 | 9.1% |
| Rapid Blue | 3,865 | 7.2% |
| Accelerant Yellow | 2,911 | 5.4% |
| Caffeine | 536 | 1.0% |
Interior Colors
| Color | Availability |
|---|---|
| Jet Black | Standard / Most popular |
| Adrenaline Red | Optional sport interior |
| Natural | Optional premium interior |
| Skycool Gray | Optional |
2023 Corvette C8 Specifications
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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| Feature | Stingray LT2 / Z06 LS7 |
|---|---|
| Type | V-8, all aluminum, overhead valve |
| Displacement (cubic inches / liters) | 376 ci / 6.2L (LT2) / 335 ci / 5.5L (LS7) |
| Bore x Stroke (inches) | 3.90 x 3.62 (LT2) / 4.00 x 3.62 (LS7) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 (LT2) / 11.5:1 (LS7) |
| Horsepower @ RPM | 495 @ 6000 (LT2) / 670 @ 8400 (Z06 LS7) |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) @ RPM | 470 @ 4600 (LT2) / 460 @ 6300 (Z06 LS7) |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection, sequential direct injection |
| Transmission Options | Eight-speed automatic with paddle shifters (only transmission offered) |
| Special Note (2023) | 2023 marked the peak production year for the C8 with 53,785 units produced, achieving the second-highest single-year production in Corvette's 70-year history. The introduction of the track-focused Z06 with a naturally-aspirated 5.5L LS7 engine established a performance hierarchy within the mid-engine generation, while the 70th Anniversary edition celebrated the Corvette's legacy and continued relevance |