autoevolution
 

2014 Corvette Production to Remain Limited Despite High Demand

Whenever a redesigned Chevrolet Corvette hits the market, demand skyrockets and it’s no surprise that this is exactly what happened with the 2014 Corvette Stingray. However, General Motors says they won’t increase production of the sportscar by adding a second shift at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant.
2014 Corvette Stingray production 1 photo
Photo: General Motors
"We've seen this again and again. You bring out a new Corvette and the demand is sky-high at the beginning, and then it tapers off," said Corvette chief engineer Tadge Juechter. "It's not worth making that investment [of a second shift], even though for a while we make a lot more money getting those cars out there."

The Bowling Green Assembly Plant, which received a $131-million retooling to commence production of the seventh-generation Corvette is currently producing 160 units per day. GM declined to say how many Corvette orders it has, but rumor has it the waiting list for the sportscar is now at six months.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has a starting price of $51,995, while the convertible will arrive from $56,995.

Story via AutoNews
If you liked the article, please follow us:  Google News icon Google News Youtube Instagram X (Twitter)
About the author: Ciprian Florea
Ciprian Florea profile photo

Ask Ciprian about cars and he'll reveal an obsession with classics and an annoyance with modern design cues. Read his articles and you'll understand why his ideal SUV is the 1969 Chevrolet K5 Blazer.
Full profile

 

Would you like AUTOEVOLUTION to send you notifications?

You will only receive our top stories