Czech it: Innotech does Chevrolet Corvette

Click above for a high-res gallery of the Innotech Chevrolet Corvette
The last time we heard the name Innotech was back in 2000 when the independent Czech manufacturer introduced the Mysterro, a quirky supercar with a carbon fiber and kevlar body and a Corvette V8 amidships. While the company planned a production run of 25, only one was ever built and we hadn't heard from them since. Until now.
Innotech has announced a new styling package for the C6 Corvette with additional upgrade options for the interior, brakes, wheels, suspension and engine. The design has a heavy influence from both classic and modern Italian automobiles, particularly with the front end and the flying buttresses similar to that of the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (itself borrowing heavily from vintage Prancing Horses). A speedster will follow shortly, as will Z06 and ZR1 versions. Follow the jump for the press release and check out the high-res gallery below.
Gallery: Innotech Chevrolet Corvette
[Source: Innotech]
PRESS RELEASE:
INNOTECH's Corvette lineup, starting in January 2009 with modified C6 Corvette coupe and convertible (based on 2005-2009 models), is for sports car enthusiasts seeking exotic body styling combined with great performance. INNOTECH Corvettes offer the best mix of unique styling, exiting performance and great value for money.
Styling: Compared to a stock C6 Corvette Coupe or Convertible, INNOTECH´s approach results in a more distinctive looking, sporting, and elegant body design, evoking an Italian lineage. INNOTECH Corvette features a new front and rear fascia which set it appart from competition. Combined with new INNOTECH rear window side louvres, the styling of the car stands out of the crowd. There is a choice of stock or louvered hood, with other distinctive body parts coming in 2009. A wide body kit will also be available for C6 Coupe and Convertible. All new INNOTECH body parts are made in fiberglass or carbon fibre.
Corvette interior upgrades include fine Italian or English leather and optional carbon fibre seats with leather upholstery.
INNOTECH Corvette styling packages can be combined with various performance upgrades (from mild to wild).
Brakes: BAER or Brembo 14´´(355mm) or 15´´(380mm) ventilated, drilled and slotted rotors, 4 or 6 piston calipers.
Wheels: forged aluminum 9x19´´ front and 12x20´´rear, HRE or Forgeline (also with optional center lock hub), offered in several wheel designs. Dymag carbon-magnesium wheels option.
Exhaust systems: modified headers, mufflers and tips for better flow, sound and appearance.
Engines and transmissions: Corvette engines : LS2 (6.0L) or LS3 (6.2L), performance modified to 500 hp – 560 hp if naturally aspirated, or 600 hp – 1000 hp supercharged or twin-turbocharged. The engines are mated with Corvette 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions.
Performance: INNOTECH Corvette C6 Coupe (e.g. naturally aspirated 560 hp LS3 engine) with approx. 1400 kg curb weight has one of the best power/weight ratios available. Supercharged and turbocharged versions give extreme, but streetable supercar performance.
Several distinctive INNOTECH Corvette Packages and Limited Editions, both performance and luxury oriented, will be offered to discriminating buyers in 2009.
During 2009 we will create an exiting INNOTECH C6 Speedster, as well as customized INNOTECH C6 Z06 and ZR1 versions (the above mentioned INNOTECH rear fascia and rear window side louvres already fit Z06 and ZR1 models). – With five distinctive bodies for the sixth generation Corvette, combined with many performance upgrades, INNOTECH will offer more attractive Corvette choices than anyone. Although INNOTECH company is based in the Czech Republic, INNOTECH cars will be assembled in the USA. Modified Corvette parts as well as complete cars will be delivered worldwide, while USA is supposed to become a key market for INNOTECH Corvettes.
CONSTRUCT company, the largest Czech manufacturer of vehicle anti-theft systems, has been technological partner of INNOTECH Corvette project.
For more info please visit INNOTECH Corvette new web site www.innotechcorvettes.com which is currently under construction and will be launched around New Year.






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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
typhoon5000 8:11PM (12/21/2008)
It looks like a 'vette with braces
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Hike15 8:18PM (12/21/2008)
you beat me to it...
it also has a back brace
KeatMP 2:05AM (12/22/2008)
Nice description. And I must say this is the opposite of good looking.
Eric Bandholz 8:12PM (12/21/2008)
Start Office Space references in 3...2...1...
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GTX141 8:18PM (12/21/2008)
What exactly would you say...you do here?
Bungle 10:35PM (12/21/2008)
Will the Z06 and ZR-1 versions come from Penetrode?
geo.stewart 8:31AM (12/22/2008)
to paraphrase
I wouldnt say I've been missing them Bob.
Preston 10:17AM (12/22/2008)
That car is the same color as my stapler. Have you seen my stapler?
adrenalnjunky 2:38PM (12/22/2008)
See the Corvette over there - he's wearing 37 pieces of flair...
Shiftright 8:13PM (12/21/2008)
Pointless and gauche... The Corvette has 55 years of its own lineage, and doesn't need to borrow styling cues from any other car. Although I can't say it looks bad, it s aimed straight at the nouveau riche, or simply those with no taste.
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Khanh 12:42AM (12/22/2008)
Imagine a GM and Ferrari merger and this is their bastard child
Mobius_1 8:16PM (12/21/2008)
HOT. A little derivative but it is definitely a looker.
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DC 8:18PM (12/21/2008)
Two things:
1.) It looks terrible.
2.) I smell a possible lawsuit from Ferrari for the use of those buttresses.
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Ben 8:58AM (12/22/2008)
A lawsuit for something this ugly? I don't think so. =]
Torrent 8:27PM (12/21/2008)
ferrari in front- C5 Corvette in back. Not that bad, but it is very very interesting.
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Monkaroo 8:38PM (12/21/2008)
I like the rear glass treatment, but the rear and front can be left on the cutting room floor. I hope GM can pull from their past designs while keeping things fresh with the next Corvette.
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Craig 2:04AM (12/22/2008)
I like the back end. Looks better than the standard C6 rear end.
The front end I am not so sure of, the idea is good, the execution not so much.
Steve Neill 8:42PM (12/21/2008)
That rear end reminds me of something, but I'm not sure what.
Ah yes, that's it. The Tommy Kaira ZZII.
http://www.bimmerwerkz.com/forum/attachments/picture-showroom/659d1052760141-tommy-kaira-zzii-tkairafe2bck.jpg
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exkart 11:21PM (12/21/2008)
thought you were going to say GTR
James 9:01PM (12/21/2008)
I think it's really interesting, but who really wants to Italian-ify their Corvette? It just seems strange in principle, though I think the finished product looks all right.
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