Chevrolet got into the compact car business in an unorthodox way with the Corvair. Rambler and Studebaker was already there and Ford and Chrysler were coming soon. The 1960 Corvair was General Motors’ first U.S. mass-produced car with unit-body… more»
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Sep 9, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Carport Find: 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
With its air-cooled, rear-engine design, the Chevy Corvair was unlike anything else the U.S. automakers were building in the 1960s. However, as a result of a series of accidents involving first generation Corvairs, public safety advocate Ralph Nader investigated… more»
Sep 5, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Barn Finds: Chevrolet Corvair Quartet
By 1960, all the major automakers were getting into the compact car business. But Chevrolet was doing it in a less convention way with the Corvair: its engine was air-cooled and located in the back and it had four-wheel… more»
Jun 12, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Corvair Camper: 1966 Ultra Van
When it comes to vintage motorhomes, the sky is seemingly the limit in terms of the choices available. This does not necessarily translate into making ownership an idea one should go into lightly, as these rigs are often cheap… more»
May 25, 2020 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Parked In ’03: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
The 1965 model year brought with it a major restyle for the Corvair, and the changes were more than just skin-deep. Further mechanical refinements and new rear suspension meant that the vehicle now drove as well as it looked,… more»
Apr 8, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Parked 40 Years Ago: 1967 Corvair 500 Coupe
The shark-like second-generation Corvair (1965-69) is considered one of the most attractive designs to come out of Detroit. With a strong following and full parts availability from the aftermarket, it’s a mystery why Corvairs perennially lag in market popularity…. more»
Apr 8, 2020 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Rare Gem: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Wagon
It’s hard to believe that the Corvair wagon was made for only two years. They are maybe the rarest of the body styles and wagons are hot right now as we all know. This 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 900… more»
Mar 6, 2020 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Wild V8 Swap: 1961 Chevrolet Corvair
I will always respect a custom build because they will almost inevitably demonstrate interesting thinking and a novel approach to design and execution. That doesn’t necessarily mean that I would like to own or drive those particular cars, but… more»
Feb 4, 2020 • Auctions • 18 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
It seems like the Germans get all the attention when it comes to air-cooled cars these days, but they weren’t the only ones that experimented with ditching antifreeze. With Porsche 911 prices at an all-time high, it sure makes… more»
Nov 16, 2019 • For Sale • 31 Comments
GM Executive Owned: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
Every time I see a Corvair I think of the prowess that was GM in the 1960s. They were not afraid to go in a different direction while still trying to match and beat their competition. That approach to… more»
Oct 29, 2019 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Huge Corvair Barn Find! 1965 Corsa Turbo And More
Check out this huge stash of Corvairs! Apparently they are part of a large collection that is going to be sold off in the coming months. The first one to hit the market is a 1965 Corsa Turbo that’s… more»
Sep 18, 2019 • For Sale • 63 Comments
American Porsche! 1966 Fitch Sprint Corvair
No one is likely to accuse Chevy’s rear-engined flat-six-powered Corvair of copying any other American car, and that makes them an even more interesting classic. This 1966 Fitch Sprint Corvair near Lawrenceville, Virginia is even more uncommon, being an… more»
Aug 24, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Affordable Classic: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
The owner of this 1964 Corvair Monza Convertible says that it is a barn find that runs like a top. It also seems to present quite nicely and would suit the person who is looking to secure a 1960s… more»
Aug 23, 2019 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Lambrecht Corvair: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
This 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza was one of the vehicles that passed through what would rate as one of the most famous auto auctions in American history. It is hard to believe that 6-years have now passed since the… more»
Jul 18, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
55k Original Miles: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair
This is a car that can start endless conversations, both good and bad. Ralph Nadar had a huge issue with these cars. This 1963 Chevrolet Corvair has been barn stored for the last 30 years, so it has been… more»
Jun 18, 2019 • For Sale • 29 Comments
50k Original Miles: 1960 Chevrolet Corvair 500
Whether you believe that it was fair or unfair, the early Chevrolet Corvairs became the “poster boy” for a campaign for improved vehicle safety. The fact was that a properly maintained Corvair was no more dangerous to drive than… more»
