What is the Doug Nash 4 3 transmission?
The Doug Nash 4+3 was a four-speed manual with an automatic overdrive on the top three gears. Needless to say, this hack job of a transmission was anything but a tight and sporty manual.
How fast is an 85 Corvette?
150.5 MPH
The net result is stunning performance in every gear. On the track at GM’s Proving ground, this powerplant with available 4-speed manual transmission and 3.07 performance axle ratio achieved a top speed of 150.5 MPH with 0 to 60 times of 5.7 seconds.
Are 1985 Corvettes good?
Not to mention the reliability of an older car varies greatly depending on the history of the vehicle itself (miles, engine work, where it was driven, when it was last driven, etc.) So a 1985 Corvette could be a reliable car, or it could be in need of complete restoration.
Do Corvettes hold their value?
Depreciation value outstrips fuel, maintenance, and insurance costs. Here are the sports cars that retain their value. This American-made sports car offers world-class performance with an initial price of about $60,000. The all-new Corvette C8 has a predicted resale value of 54.9% after five years of ownership.
What year Corvette has the most horsepower?
After a 14-year absence, the ZR-1 returned for 2009 as the fastest Corvette of all time, with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 making a whopping 638-horsepower!
Is there a Doug Nash 4 + 3 transmission overdrive?
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Where is the Trans on a 4 speed corvette?
The overdrive section is a separate trans, bolted to the rear of the 4 speed. This O/D unit can either be in direct drive, or in an overdrive mode, depending on engine temp, vehicle speed, and throttle input, and is controlled by the ECM (Engine Control Module).
What kind of transmission did the 84 Corvette have?
The unit was designed/built by Doug Nash Transmission for the ’84-’88 Corvette. It was a decent idea, and did work well to reduce the emissions, and allow the car to pass the Federal EPA fuel mileage, and emissions requirements.
What’s the 4 speed manual on a corvette?
The “Doug Nash 4+3,” a four-speed manual on the Chevrolet Corvette with push-button overdrive in the top three gears, is considered by many to be one of those bits of questionable equipment. But it’s still fascinating. Photo: vette333! ( Ebay)