New Chevy Corvette C8 Stingray owners eager to get the most from their mid-engine sports car are encouraged to opt for the Z51 Performance Package, which adds in a host of go-faster bits that take the C8 Stingray to even-greater levels of performance. Critically, the package may speed up delivery as well, as GM Authority has learned that non-Z51 Corvette Stingray units are currently under constraint.
According to GM Authority sources, units of the Chevy Corvette C8 Stingray not equipped with the Z51 package are currently under constraint due to a supply issue with the Mechanical limited-slip differential (RPO code G0J). The constraint applies to both 2022- and 2023-model-year vehicles.
As a reminder, the Z51 Performance Package includes an Electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD, RPO code G96), which replaces the Mechanical limited-slip differential equipped by non-Z51 Corvette C8 Stingray units. The Electronic limited-slip differential is available and only included with the Z51 Performance Package, the latter of which is offered as an optional extra for all three C8 Stingray trim levels. As it stands, non-Z51 orders are currently limited to 375 units a week.
For those who may be unaware, the eLSD differs from the Mechanical LSD in a few crucial ways. Essentially, while the latter unit uses mechanical factors to control the clutch and locking force between the right and left wheels, an eLSD uses the onboard computer to control the lock-up between the two rear wheels via a bevy of data and other inputs, such as tire temperature. The electronic unit allows for a greater range of tuning and control for more confidence-inspiring feedback between the car and the driver, thus encouraging faster and faster lap times.
As a reminder, the Corvette C8 Stingray is equipped with the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 LT2 gasoline engine just behind the cabin, which is rated at 490 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. Under the body panels, the C8 rides on the GM Y2 platform, while production takes place at the GM Bowling Green plant in Kentucky.
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Another reason that just having a C8 is quite a big deal. You still cannot walk in any dealer and
take your pick.
With the future Z06 so much in doubt about when and how much, I have decided to stick
with my 2021, which I feel pretty lucky to have gotten at all.
Z51, mag ride, front lift. 2LT. A dream to drive.
Second that!
Maybe Chevy should just simplify the order catalogue and therefore the supply chain.
It’s very simple right now. Get Z51 or keep waiting.
I feel lucky too. Only waited 11 months.
I don’t buy it for a second…
And that’s perfectly fine too. GM wanted to announce a less-expensive Vette, but they really wanted to sell a more premium version. But it’s a bit lame to claim supply chain problems. Electronics are the most problematic in the supply chain now, but GM’s got that all worked out eh. Of course they want to sell the more expensive product…
Considering GM only raised base MSRP by $1K from MY22 to MY23, left all the options virtually unchanged, on a car that people are standing in line for a year plus, your comment makes perfect sense!
Mary, what empirical evidence are you relying on to support the statement?
Part of the Z51 Performance Package includes the “Magnetic Ride Control” which is also on Constraint at this moment. Not sure if you can have it installed after delivery or not. Its worth waiting for. Thanks.
No Mark the shocks are in fact an option on the Z51 cars check the order tool at Chevrolet,com
No, the order tool on the Chevrolet website is never updated. In a large part because you can use it to search for already built vehicles.
Some constraint information is on the GM Order Guide/Distribution Updates, some is non-public.
Z51 does not include mag ride. It’s a separate option.
Magnetic ride is not part of the Z 51 package. $2300 option to any cost
I waited less than six months from ordering to delivery. Go to a “small” dealer. Got a HTC fully optioned and don’t regret it. Wonderful car!
Give me the mechanical limited slip diff any day, nothing to go wrong, very simple operating item proven over the last 60 years.
Totally agree Don, aint broke dont fix it!
Was this constraint in place for the last build week of the 2022?
Still believe GM needs to install grill guards at no cost to owners.
I too am most fortunate I receive my 2022 Torch Red Coupe on April 20th. I was very happy to have gotten the complete package that I ordered! I must say the car is dream it absolutely drives and rides great! To those of you waiting for your C8’s give GM the time they need believe me it’s will worth the wait!
I waited 14 months for my 2020 Z51 Stingray. It is a 2LT with magnetic ride, lift, carbon flash wheels, Shadow Gray Metallic paint with natural leather interior. I took delivery on 12-22-20. Well worth the wait. I’m still excited to own/drive it and walk in may garage every day to stare at it. This is my 6th Corvette and by far the best one ever. I had a ’64 convert, ’70 convert, ’69 T-top 427, ’81, and ’84, but I haven’t had one since 1985. Life, marriage, kids, career, college for 3 kids always seemed to get in the way of another Vette. I’m 67 yo and still feel like a kid with my Vette. I love the car and the people behind it. Tadge seems to have the same passion as Zora. For GM to deliver a world class car at the price point is tremendous.
I ordered mine yesterday it goes to Kentucky for production and confirmation on Tuesday I had to get the z51 and there is no mag ride available. My problem is I’m doing a 3lt HTC rapid blue but I’m torn between that and Elkhart blue.
With due respect, if you just ordered it yesterday, and while the dealer may submit the order to Chevy right away (assuming they have an allocation) it’s still not going into production for weeks.
On the color. I loved the Elkhart Lake Blue on the C7, but IMHO it doesn’t show well on the C8. Now… the Rapid Blue on the C8 – Priceless
Pretty much a subjective question/response Tommy. Ya gotta go with what appeals to you…not me.
Rapid Blue is a FORD color. Grabberblur
Hahahaha
Just wanted to dig.