Chevy 'Stars and Steel' Models Do Subtle PatriotismChevroletChevrolet is offering Stars and Steel packages for the Corvette, Colorado, and Silverado lineups.These Stars and Steel models feature subtle decals that include flag motifs and callouts to America's 250th birthday.Prices for the package vary, with the Corvette editions costing $9995, while the Colorado and Silverado versions top out at $14,900 and $15,135, respectively.If the rocket pop–flavored baked beans hadn't tipped you off, plenty of companies are using the occasion of the U.S. of A's 250th birthday to roll out limited-edition patriotic wares. Many harness the power of the red, white, and blue, while others take a more subtle approach. Such is Chevy's take with a run of 250 special-edition Corvettes and packages for its full lineup of pickups.ChevroletChevy, having recently revived its Heartbeat of America slogan, is leaning on its all-American heritage (never mind that Louis Chevrolet was Swiss) by decorating white and black examples of these popular models to create what it calls the Stars and Steel Collection. The decals are subdued but recognizable and include flag motifs of stars and stripes rendered in grayscale.This Is Corvette CountryOn America's sports car, the package is applied as full-length flag stripes over the top, a three-stripe flag badge on each door that notes the years of the country's founding and its semiquincentennial, and everyone's favorite limited-edition special touch: unique sill plates. The engine cover and brake calipers get a coat of Edge Red, and the wheels get a touch of red too. There are some trim-dependent details, such as the "250" decals on the end plates of bewinged models.ChevroletIf you're missing the colors of Old Glory, the Stars and Steel Corvette's interior can help. Arctic White versions come with a Santorini Blue interior and red seatbelts, while black paint is paired with an Adrenaline Red interior and the same red belts (maybe wear a blue shirt when driving that one). The floor mats get red stitching, and there's a serialized dash plaque denoting which car it is in the 250-example limited run.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis American aesthetic package is available on all 2026 Vettes, Stingray to E-Ray, Z06, ZR1, and ZR1X; coupe or convertible; alongside the 3LT and 3LZ trim levels, adding $9995 to the bill.Like a Red, White, and Blue RockFor the trucks—including the Colorado and Silverados of the light-duty, heavy-duty, and EV varieties—there's no limit on how many will be built with the Stars and Steel treatment. White and black exterior hues are offered here as well, paired with an interior color that falls on the spectrum between gray and black, depending on the model.For the Silverado EV, it starts with the RST trim and adds a stripe package, 24-inch gloss black wheels, a new heavy-duty Brembo brake system with red calipers, and black badges. Base price is $99,945 with the Extended Range battery and $108,445 with the Max pack.ChevroletThe Silverado 1500 requires a crew-cab RST with the short bed, 6.2-liter V-8, and all-wheel drive; it swaps in 22-inch wheels and adds assist steps, a performance air intake, a logo'd soft bed cover, and some mandatory option packages. Additional cost: $14,395 on top of at least $52,790.AdvertisementAdvertisementStars and Steel Silverado HDs are based on the LTZ Trail Boss with the crew cab, four-wheel drive, and the Duramax diesel 6.6-liter V-8; goodies include 20-inch wheels, the Z71 package, and just about every option you can put on such a truck. Going patriotic adds $15,135 to a minimum bill of $72,595.ChevroletColorados with the celebratory package start with the Trail Boss trim and get 20-inch black wheels, the Midnight package with a sport bar and light bar, a black exhaust tip, red tow hooks, and a slew of options and packages. All that adds at minimum $14,900 on top of $42,590 for the truck.If all that is too rich for your red American blood, Chevy also offers pared-down appearance packages for the trucks, starting at $995 on the Colorado, with price and contents varying by model. With each Stars and Steel Chevy sold, the automaker will donate $250 to a non-profit supporting veterans.And because lawyers, Chevy's website has a disclaimer on the second part of the name, stating: "The Stars and Steel Collection represents a design theme with dark metallic finishes and celestial accents, not built of steel." Also, the Vette's body is famously made of fiberglass. Glad we cleared that up.AdvertisementAdvertisement➡️ Skip the lot. Let Car and Driver help you find your next car.Shop New Cars Shop Used CarsYou Might Also LikeGift Guide: Best Ride-On Electric Cars for KidsFuture Cars Worth Waiting For: 2025–2029
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