2002 Chevrolet Corvette Review: Model Lineup

Other changes for the 2002 model year include revised rear shock valving, new high-performance front brake pads, cast aluminum wheels and standard head-up display (HUD) for the Z06. Z06s and Coupes and Convertibles with the optional Z51 suspension package also get aluminum front stabilizer bar links. All Corvettes with automatic transmissions get a new aluminum tranny cooler case. The Coupe and Convertible get a new AM/FM stereo with an in-dash CD player and an available 12-disc changer.

Navy Blue and Dark Bowling green Metallic paint no longer are available, but there's a new color called Electron Blue.

The C5 Coupe features a body-colored removable roof panel as standard equipment; it comes in translucent plastic as an option. But the Z06's top is fixed, a design chosen by engineers because that structure is stiffer. The Coupe's rear window opens like a hatchback, while the Z06 and the convertible have actual trunks.