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Chevrolet Corvette C7R

GT3 (2010)Chevrolet
500 hp
Horsepower
1245 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2015
Year

Chevrolet Corvette C7.R (GTLM/GT2-era endurance racer)

The Chevrolet Corvette C7.R is a purpose-built American endurance racer developed by Pratt & Miller for GM's factory GT program. Based on the seventh-generation Corvette platform, it became one of the defining front-runners of IMSA and WEC-style sports car racing, pairing a naturally aspirated V8 with serious aero and race-bred chassis tuning.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 5.5L naturally aspirated LT5-derived 90° V8, front-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~500 hp (BoP-dependent)

  • Redline: ~7,500–8,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 7-speed sequential paddle-shift

  • Weight: ~1,245 kg minimum

  • Dimensions: ~4,770 mm long × 2,040 mm wide × 1,250 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,710 mm

  • Tires: Michelin endurance racing slicks on forged GT wheels

  • Brakes: Carbon-carbon discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The C7.R is a stable, torque-rich GT racer that feels planted under braking and strong on corner exit. Compared with mid-engine GT cars, it has a more traditional front-engine balance, which gives it a reassuring sense of predictability but also asks you to be patient on rotation. It rewards a tidy line and smooth inputs, especially in long stints where consistency matters more than outright aggression.

Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V8 is the star of the show, delivering a deep, muscular American roar with a crisp high-rpm edge. It pulls hard through the midrange and has that classic small-block character that makes every upshift feel dramatic. In sim form, it sounds raw, mechanical, and very alive under load.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Predictable front end with mild understeer if overdriven, but strong rotation once the car is settled.

  • Traction: Excellent rear grip on exit, though power-oversteer is possible if you get greedy with throttle application.

  • Braking: Very strong and confidence-inspiring, with good stability at high speed.

  • Top Speed: Competitive on long straights, especially when the setup is optimized for drag reduction.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a momentum car. Get the braking done early, rotate the chassis smoothly, and be disciplined getting back to power. It shines on technical tracks where consistency, traction, and exit speed matter more than extreme front-end bite.

Livery & Aesthetics: The C7.R has all the right GT car drama — wide fenders, a massive rear wing, aggressive splitter work, and unmistakable Corvette presence. In yellow or black factory trim, it looks every bit the no-nonsense endurance weapon it was in real life.

Whether you're chasing lap times or enjoying a long race stint, the Chevrolet Corvette C7.R delivers classic American V8 GT racing with genuine character and balance.