News at Specter Werkes

GTR No. 001 Feature in Corvette Magazine

Editor — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:10:21 +0000

When the new Specter Werkes GTR No. 001 was first shown at Cauley Ferrari and Cauley Chevrolet in West Bloomfield, Michigan, well over 200 people attended to see the car unveiled. After the GTR's introduction, the car made its way to the annual Vettes on the Rockies show in Frisco, Colorado. It was there that Mike and Michelle Cowan first saw this unique car. It wasn't long before Mike and Michelle became the proud owners of Specter Werkes GTR No. 001.

You can read about the Cowan's experience with the car along with Walt Thurn's impressions in this month's Corvette Magazine. The article, "Ghost in the Machine" is also this month's online feature at Corvette Magazine's web site.

While the GTR retains the intrinsic character of the Corvette, its appearance, performance and luxury quotient. It is available on all C6 Corvette models, including the base coupe and convertible, the Z06 and even the forthcoming ZR1.

Featuring the use of exposed carbon fiber details on the exterior, the GTR package includes; unique GTR bodywork, including: front fascia, carbon fiber splitter, extractor hood, front fenders, doors, rocker panels, rear fenders, rear fascia, carbon fiber rear diffuser, Cleartastic paint protection, paint and assembly

The Corvette GTR package carries a base price of $46,995, with a variety of high-performance power-train options available for additional cost. Production is currently underway with each vehicle hand-built, numbered and fully documented for the customer.

The latest Corvette GTR by Specter Werkes/Sports debuted at the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Distinquished by its unique, BASF Pearl Blue exterior color and HRE lightweight, carbon fiber wheels, the latest GTR greeted showers as they arrived at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Central Hall, as a feature vehicle for HRE. The car was chosen by Car & Driver magazine as one of it's Top-10 SEMA Show Favorites.

Newest Corvette GTR From Specter Werkes/Sports Debuts At SEMA

Editor — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:53:09 +0000

WITH HRE CARBON FIBER WHEELS AND LINGENFELTER TWIN-TURBO SYSTEM
TROY, Mich. – The latest Corvette GTR by Specter Werkes/Sports debuts Nov. 3 at the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Distinguished by its unique, BASF Pearl Blue exterior color and HRE lightweight, carbon fiber wheels, the newest GTR will be on display outside the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Central Hall, as a feature vehicle for HRE.

Based on the Corvette Z06, this new GTR also represents a collaboration between Specter Werkes and Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, with a Lingenfelter twin-turbo system powering the car – and pumping its 7.0-liter LS7 engine to 800 horsepower.

“Specter GTRs have been featured at SEMA for many years and we’re excited to debut the most unique example to date at this year’s show,” said Jeff Nowicki, president of Specter Werkes/Sports. “From the BASF pearl paint and HRE carbon wheels, to the Lingenfelter engine, there’s never been a GTR like this one and we think it will resonate with sports car enthusiasts of all stripes.”

Featuring dramatic bodywork and carbon fiber details, the GTR blends racing-inspired design cues with uncompromising luxury and performance. The Specter Werkes/Sports GTR package is available on all C6 Corvette models, including the base coupe and convertible, the Z06 and ZR1. The new, Pearl Blue example’s carbon fiber wheels and other carbon accents are complemented by a matte black rear fascia.

The use of HRE carbon fiber wheels is a first on a GTR. They weigh only 22 pounds apiece and are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 Zero Pressure tires. Additional features on the new GTR include:

StopTech STR big-brake package, featuring six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers
Mobil 1 synthetic fluids
Corsa exhaust system with GTR-specific exhaust tips
Spinneybeck hand-tipped leather interior accents
Matte-finish carbon fiber accents, including the headlamp housing, front splitter, outside mirrors and more

Specter Werkes/Sports is an automotive prototype and fabrication facility based in Troy, Mich. It specializes in race-proven engine performance enhancements and creating specialty accessories for the C5 and C6 Corvette, the Cadillac CTS and more.

SPECTER WERKES/SPORTS ANNOUNCES NEW C6 CORVETTE GTR

Editor — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:45:16 +0000

TROY, Mich. Specter Werkes/Sports announced the all-new, C6-based Corvette GTR, the successor to the limited-edition C5 GTR program that helped forge the company's reputation as a Corvette performance and styling specialist a decade ago.

Retaining the intrinsic character of the Corvette, the GTR enhances its appearance, performance and luxury quotient. It is available on all C6 Corvette models, including the base coupe and convertible, the Z06 and even the forthcoming ZR1.

"The GTR is the Corvette for enthusiasts who want an exclusive, distinctive automobile," said Jeff Nowicki, Specter Werkes/Sports president and founder. "It's an uncompromising combination of great looks and racetrack-capable performance."

Featuring the use of exposed carbon fiber details on the exterior, the GTR package includes:
Unique GTR bodywork, including: front fascia, carbon fiber splitter, extractor hood, front fenders, doors, rocker panels, rear fenders, rear fascia, carbon fiber rear diffuser, Cleartastic paint protection, paint and assembly

Headlamp bezels with exposed carbon fiber appearance
Unique tail lamps and CHMSL
Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Zero Pressure Tires; 335ZR2520 (rear) and 285ZR3019 (front)
Forgeline or HRE wheels; 19-inch in the front and 20-inch in the rear
Carbon fiber fuel rail covers and carbon fiber, low-restriction air box
Hotchkis stablilizer bar kit
GTR-embroidered seats and serial-numbered dash plaque
Stainless steel performance exhaust system
GTR badges
Mobil 1 Synthetic Fluids

The Corvette GTR package carries a base price of $36,995, with a variety of high-performance powertrain options available for additional cost. Production is expected to begin this spring, with each vehicle hand-built, numbered and fully documented for the customer.

The Specter Werkes/Sports GTR was first launched a decade ago and saw the creation of nearly 30 specialized cars that were delivered across the country including the two most notable GTRs, which were created for Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Jr., in 2001.

Specter Werkes/Sports was founded in 1990 by Nowicki, a Corvette racer and car designer.

For more information, contact Specter Werkes/Sports at 248-583-9559