Customers can now option their 2023 Corvette Stingray in a way that hasn’t been offered before, as GM now offers the C8 with a new visible carbon fiber ground effects kit.
The visible carbon fiber ground effects kit (RPO Code 5VM) includes a more aggressive front splitter with side winglets as well as full side rocker splitters. The option is offered as an LPO, or dealer-installed option, meaning it will be installed on the Vette at the dealership, rather than at the factory. Additionally, the package must be spec’d with one of the following additionally options (pricing and RPO Code in parenthesis, respectively):
This ground effect kit is a $4,995 option on the 3LT trim level of either the Stingray Convertible or Stingray Coupe, though we see no reason why this package can’t be installed by the owner on any C8 Stingray, regardless of trim.
An interesting bit to note is that this ground effects option was originally offered for the 2022 Corvette Stingray, however, it was only available with the limited-production IMSA GTLM Championship (ZCR). Also, the same ground effects kit is available painted in Carbon Flash, as GM Authority was first to report earlier this week. However, the kit finished in Carbon Flash is slightly less expensive at $4,695.
It’s worth noting that the last spoiler option listed, the visible carbon fiber high wing spoiler, was just recently made available. Similarly to the Carbon Flash Metallic-painted ground effects kit, the visible carbon fiber high wing spoiler option (5V5) was originally announced for 2022 Corvette Stingray. However, it never made it to production as a result of supplier constraints.
This development comes as Chevy C8 Corvette production has had to contend with numerous supplier constraints. Thankfully, GM seems to be overcoming the issues, as more parts and options are becoming available again. Just in the last few months, select trims and models of the 2023 Corvette have become available with the Edge Red engine cover (RCC) and Edge Red brake calipers (J6N), the aforementioned visible carbon fiber high wing spoiler, the visible carbon fiber door intake trim (RYQ), and a new stealth interior trim package (BAZ).
This being said, it’s important to acknowledge that GM is still working through some constraints when it comes to the Corvette, including options like the Gloss Black forged aluminum wheels (Q9I) and Magnetic Ride Control suspension.
As a reminder, the 2023 Corvette C8 Stingray is powered by the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 LT2 gasoline engine, with output rated at 490 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, or 495 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque when equipped with the optional dual-mode, high-performance exhaust system.
Under the skin, the C8 rides on the GM Y2 platform, while production takes place exclusively at the GM Bowling Green plant in Kentucky.
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I never could understand the fascination of "carbon fiber" on vehicles. It might be a cool factor but it adds zero value on a resale. Just more fluff to add to the sticker price.
It not only looks cool as hell & adds a unique factor to your vehicle, but is also lightwieght and could actually add weight savings and more rigibility depending on the optioned part. Also it definitley adds to the resale value. A car is only worth what someone else is willing to pay for and us carbon fiber fanatics will appreciate it!
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Carbon fiber will soon be like billet alum of the 1990s.