2006 Chevrolet Corvette Base

The 2006 Corvette is Chevy's flagship sports car, offered as a coupe or convertible with a removable roof panel. It's a genuine performance machine that accelerates hard and grips the road tenaciously, though the ride is firm and road noise is noticeable at highway speeds. Inside, the cabin is snug but comfortable for two, with a surprising amount of cargo space under the hatch. Owners report the powertrain is stout, but some have dealt with sagging doors, broken sun visors, and tire pressure sensor failures. Step up from the standard coupe to this convertible and you get open-air driving without giving up the Corvette's balanced handling or LS2 V8 power. The 6.0L V8 makes 400 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, and with the six-speed automatic it delivers relaxed highway cruising while still feeling quick when you need it.