America’s supercar

At just under $97,000 as tested, the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 2LT Z51 still makes a strong case as a performance bargain. The C8’s mid-engine layout gives it true supercar presence, especially in Roswell Green Metallic, but it also brings something you may not expect from a car like this: actual usability. With the V8 now behind the seats, you get storage up front and out back, including enough room behind the engine for the removable roof panel or even a golf bag. Add in the updated 2026 screens, GT2 seats, Z51 performance hardware, and that 495-horsepower V8 under glass, and this feels like a uniquely special version of the Stingray. Highlights: • 6.2L V8 with 495 hp and 470 lb-ft • 8-speed dual-clutch automatic • Z51 Performance Package • Brembo brakes, eLSD, performance exhaust • Magnetic Ride Control • Performance Data and Video Recorder • Updated 14-inch driver display + 12.7-inch infotainment • GT2 bucket seats with heat, ventilation, and memory • Removable roof panel stores in rear cargo area • 12.6 cu ft combined front and rear cargo space • Roswell Green Metallic over Natural interior • Price as tested: $96,795 #GTGarageTalk #CorvetteStingray #ChevyCorvette #SportsCar #TXAutoWriters