Corvette C6

2004 marks the introduction of the 6th-generation Corvette as a 2005 model. As with any new-generation Corvette, anticipation is rampant. C6 represents an important departure from C5 both in terms of exterior and interior styling and chassis dynamics. It features a revamped platform (to be shared with the new Cadillac XLR roadster), fixed headlights (for the first time since 1962) and an edgier, more compact body. This GM-licensed book takes the enthusiast on an illustrated tour of how C6 developed from the drawing board to the production line.- Officially Licensed by GM- Full development details and technical specifications- First-person stories from key Corvette engineers and designers.

Phil Berg has spent more than 20 years covering the auto world for noted magazines and newspapers, and has been an editor with Car and Driver and Autoweek magazines. Berg is also the author of the best-selling illustrated guide to cool car spaces, Ultimate Garages. 

David Hill was named in 1993 as chief engineer for the Chevrolet Corvette, only the third chief engineer for the sports car in the vehicle's 53-year history. In 1995, Hill was named vehicle line executive for performance cars and led the development of the fifth generation Corvette and the introduction of the Cadillac XLR. In 2005, Hill launched the latest sixth generation Corvette followed by the introduction of the new 505 bhp Corvette Z06 for 2006.