2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible Unleashed (UPDATED)

Just ahead of the global premiere of the Corvette Stingray convertible at the Geneva Motor Show, Chevrolet published the first images of its iconic performance car.

All of the performance technology and capabilities introduced on the Corvette Stingray coupe carry over to the convertible. The only structural changes are limited to accommodations for the folding top and repositioned safety belt mounts. Central to the Corvette Stingray’s driving experience is an all-new, more rigid aluminum frame structure, which is 57-percent stiffer and 99 pounds (45 kg) lighter than the current steel frame.

All models are powered by the new LT1 6.2L V-8, with an estimated 450-hp (335 kW) and 450 lb-ft of torque (610 Nm). As no structural reinforcements are required for the convertible, both models share almost identical power-to-weight ratios.

Pricing and availability will be announced at a later date.