Chevrolet Corvette
Performance Parts

The Borla ATAK and Corsa Xtreme are the top choices for the C8. Both unlock the flat-plane-crank sound of the LT2 engine with a significant volume increase. Borla offers a more aggressive rasp while Corsa provides cleaner, deeper tones. Both are bolt-on and maintain all factory valves.

Wilwood and Brembo offer complete big brake kits with larger rotors and multi-piston calipers. For C7 Z06 and C8 owners, upgraded brake pads (EBC Yellowstuff or Hawk HPS) and stainless steel brake lines are the most cost-effective first step for improved track braking.

Yes. Headers, intake, and exhaust together can add 40-60 horsepower to a C7 Stingray. Kooks long-tube headers alone are worth 25-30 HP. Pair with an aFe Power intake and a Borla exhaust for the full bolt-on package before considering forced induction.

A cat-back exhaust adds roughly 5-15 horsepower on most Corvettes by improving flow, with the biggest benefit being the unleashed engine note. On the C8's LT2 and C7's LT1 the gains grow when paired with headers and a tune. Borla ATAK and Corsa Xtreme are the top choices, and both retain the factory valve control for a quiet or loud mode.

Yes. An aFe Power or high-flow intake adds around 5-15 horsepower and a stronger induction sound on the LT1 and LT2 engines, and gains are maximized with a supporting tune. Because the Corvette's engine is already high-output, the intake is best viewed as one piece of a complete bolt-on package alongside headers and exhaust rather than a standalone power miracle.

Lowering springs from Eibach give a modest drop and reduced body roll at a lower price while retaining the factory Magnetic Ride dampers, which many C7 and C8 owners prefer. Coilovers offer full ride-height and damping adjustment for dedicated track cars but replace the adaptive suspension. For a street Corvette, quality springs usually strike the best balance of looks, ride, and cost.

For headers and an intake, a tune is strongly recommended to realize the full power potential and keep fuel and timing correct; a cat-back alone does not require tuning. With headers, intake, and a proper tune, a C7 Stingray can gain 40-60 horsepower. Always use a reputable tuner and run the recommended premium fuel.