2006 Corvette C6 Updates

Although not as significant, there were other developments in the Corvette lineup for 2006 besides the intro of the Z06. A new six speed automatic transmission became available as an option. There were two modes - Drive and Sport - and the sport mode featured manually selectable gear changing via steering wheel mounted paddle switches (right). The automatic, which as a four speed was a no-cost buyers option for 2005, became an extra cost option (RPO MX0; $1,250.00) in 2006.

Oddly enough, a five speed transmission - automatic or manual and for many years the hallmark of a performance car - was never available in a Corvette.

Hydra-Matic 2006 6L80 (MYC) Six Speed RWD Automatic Transaxle for Cadillac XLR, Cadillac XLR-V and Chevrolet Corvette.

2006 Corvette For Sale
2006 Red on Red Z51 Corvette Price: $34,000 Exterior: Victory Red Interior: Red Miles: 18,046 Location: Macomb, Michigan Click Here for more info
This Corvette Coupe is completely optioned out originally ordered by GM employee who is the original owner (I have all papers) Corvette was born on the afternoon of February 29, 2006 at end of shift, and Corvette is currently stored with 18,046 miles (more)

The steering wheel went from a four spoke style in 2005 to a more contemporary three spoke in '06.