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Following up on my previous post, the 2008 Corvette and LS3 engine have been announced. :drool;

• All-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine for Coupe and Convertible:
• 430 hp (321 kW)*
• 424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm)*
• 436 hp / 428 lb.-ft. (325 kW / 580 Nm)* with new, optional dual-mode exhaust system
• High-flow cylinder heads
• Enhanced valvetrain
• High-flow intake manifold
• Larger-bore block with structural enhancements
• Improved manual transmission shift effort
• Quicker shift times on paddle-shift six-speed automatic
• 2.73 performance axle ratio available with six-speed paddle shift; included with Z51 package

If you need even more hp, a dual-stage exhaust system is available, half an inch smaller than the Z06 version, that utilizes butterflies in the two inner pipes. The exhaust adds another 6 hp and 4 lb-ft, but even better, it adds the kind of raucous, popping exhaust note — even on the automatic — that let’s everyone know you mean business.

Link to 2008 Chevy Corvette revealed with new 6.2L LS3 V8 and up to 436 hp - Autoblog