Refreshed and revitalized, the C6 brought with it a more compact, lightweight, and shorter package somewhat paradoxically atop a longer wheelbase, resulting in the most aerodynamic Corvette up to that point. Exposed headlights return from ’62 (as does the power convertible top), a 400HP 6.0L LS2 powers the way, and the model continues its dominance as the “best sports car for the money”. 2006 ushered in a redesigned Z06 highlighted by an aluminum frame, floppy-paddle shifters, carbon-fiber accents, and a 7.0L rated at 505HP. A retuned 6.3L LS2 takes over in ’08, while special editions like the new ZR1 and Grand Sport model are released in consecutive ears. By 2011, eleven C6 submodels are offered – the most in the car’s history.