Tuxedo Black w/Red interior, L68 427/400hp, 4-speed manual transmission.

Many (if not most) aficionados consider the ’67 model year the pinnacle Corvette performance development! This was a milestone year, as it was the first year for the Tri-Power carb set up (three duces) for the 427 big blocks. And the last year for the C2’s (or second generation) body style. But ironically, what turned out to be the best year for Corvette, almost didn’t happen at all!

Anticipation was high for the introduction of the third generation, which was originally scheduled to come out as a ’67. However, the new Shark wasn’t quite ready for primetime. So, it was decided that the mid-years would be extended to run through ’67. As a result, the subtle refinements, such as revised side vents, and back up lights, a proper hand brake, and the stunning aluminum bolt on wheel option, came to available only in ’67.

But what [...]

Tuxedo Black w/Red interior 283/315hp, 4-speed manual transmission.

The 1961 This was a milestone year for Corvette, as it was the last year of the 283ci engine. And it certainly went out with a bang! there were no less than 5 engine choices that year. From the single 4bbl 250hp base engine, to two different dual quad set ups with solid lifters, all the way up to the top dog 283ci/315hp fuel injected engine!

If you were in the market for the “ultimate” Corvette back in ’61, the car featured here might have been at or near the top of your list!

The car has undergone an extensive frame-off restoration and is absolutely beautiful in its highly sought-after color combination of Tuxedo Black w/Red interior. It’s equipped with the aforementioned #’s matching 283/315hp fuel injected engine, backed up to a 4-speed manual transmission.

Additional options include both hard and soft tops. This fantastic ’61 is [...]

Sateen Silver w/Red interior, 327/340hp, 4-speed manual transmission.

Coming into its final year, the first-generation Corvette had gone through no less than four distinct design changes, ending with the ’62. This year had some interesting changes, starting with the exterior, which now was only available in solid colors, eliminating the contrasting color “coves” that were first introduced in ’56. The overall design was less “adorned”, but cleaner and a bit more modern looking. But the big news was under the hood with the introduction of the larger and more powerful 327ci small block. There were four engines available, with the top choice being the 360hp fuelie. But for those who wanted almost all the power, but without fuel injection, then choosing RPO396 got you the carbureted 327/340hp engine with mechanical lifters.

Our featured car is equipped with that engine, backed up to a 4-speed manual transmission and a Posi-Tracton rear end. The car has been [...]

Panama Yellow w/Charcoal interior, 283/290hp F.I., 4-speed manual transmission.

The ’58 model year was a milestone for Corvette. This marked the third significant body revision since the car’s introduction in ’53.

Corvette was now longer and wider, giving passengers some welcome interior room. The ’58 was also unique in its exterior styling. The hood featured a simulated louvered hood and dual chrome trunk spears mounted on the trunk, making it a one year only design. Making it one of the most sought-after years to this day!

Among the various first-generation Corvettes produced, the updated 1956-1962 models struck a particularly strong chord with buyers with their distinctive styling and fast-rising performance levels. Steady improvements boosted sales and justified the Corvette’s continued production, with Chevrolet finally earning a profit from its heavy investment in the model for the first time in 1958.

Styling updates for 1958 included a new quad-headlamp frontal treatment and one-year-only styling touches including [...]