2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

This is Chevrolet's flagship sports car, offered as a coupe or convertible with a two-seat cabin. The Corvette is a genuine thrill to drive, with sharp steering and grip that makes you feel like a hero on a back road. The cabin is snug, and the wide door sills make getting in and out a bit of a chore, but the seats are supportive once you're settled. Cargo space is tight, so plan on packing light for a weekend trip, but there's enough room for a couple of duffel bags. Moving from the Stingray to the Z06 brings a more powerful engine, track-focused suspension tuning, and wider wheels and tires that fill the fenders. The 6.2L V8 makes 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, and the seven-speed manual lets you row through the gears yourself on the way to 60 mph in well under four seconds. The Z06 convertible gives you open-air driving with the same chassis stiffness as the coupe, so you get the full track-day capability without the roof.