Corvette

Donated 35th Anniversary: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette

Every now and again, a car shows up in the donation lanes that just shouldn’t be there. There’s no rhyme or reason to this; it could be the way an estate gets settled by the heirs, or a retired… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

While some buyers assess the investment potential before spending their cash on a classic, others focus more on the ownership experience than any future financial windfall. This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers the best of both worlds. It has… more»

15k Mile 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary

Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette was becoming pretty long in the tooth by 1978, but this barely slowed sales. Buyers were willing to forgive the badge’s lost performance as they sought to own what has become America’s most iconic sports car…. more»

Glass Half Empty or Half Full? 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

It is common to categorize people as having either a “glass half empty” or a “glass half full” mentality.  If you read the comments on some of the cars we feature, it is apparent that some people only see… more»

Real L82? 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

The demise of the big-block option at the end of the 1974 model year left Corvette buyers with only one choice if they craved better-than-average performance. Ticking the box beside the L82 option boosted engine power, which proved to… more»

What’s Next For This 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?

I’m not really a Corvette guy, but I do have a favorite Corvette: It’s the ’54 model. Although it’s fundamentally the same as the introductory ’53, Chevrolet made ten times as many of them, so it’s not quite as… more»

Original L82/4-Speed: No Reserve 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

There are many reasons to like this 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. From its desirable drivetrain combination to its low odometer reading and the long list of factory options, it possesses something that will appeal to almost any taste. However, it… more»

Reborn Barn Find: 1957 Ford Fairlane 500

Two of the three U.S. automobile giants went for the “low and long” look in 1957. Products from both Ford and Chrysler were suddenly different and dramatic in appearance from the warmed-over models from General Motors. This enabled Ford… more»

Rare Two-Tone: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette With 19k Original Miles

Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world, and some stand scrutiny better than others. This 1985 Chevrolet Corvette features a paint combination that was only chosen by around 5% of buyers, but that is the tip of… more»

1973 Chevrolet Corvette L82 With 38K Miles

What to make of the 1973 Chevrolet Corvette? It looks different coming than it does going. Well, that’s because 1973 was a challenging year for the automotive scene in the U.S. Not only were emission control standards tightening, but… more»

Original Fuelie? 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

One of the greatest challenges with the classic scene is determining whether a particular car is the real deal. The market is flooded with tributes and clones, and it sometimes takes a keen eye to separate a genuinely desirable… more»

Original L82: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds, whether it is via article feedback, or spotting wonderful classics for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder PRA4SNW for spotting… more»

No Reserve 1960 Chevrolet Corvette Project

After scrolling through all the photos, it’s sort of hard to comprehend that this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette needs a full restoration.  That’s what the seller here says, and as good as this car looks, I’m wondering if he’s referring… more»

Last Of The L82: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

Red has always been the most popular color for Corvettes. This 1980 is being sold by a dealer in San Antonio, Texas and while there are only a few pictures in the ad, it looks great. This car is… more»

Split Window Tribute: 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

We’ve seen numerous modified Chevrolet Corvettes over the years here at Barn Finds, with the end results ranging from mild to wild.  This 2006 Chevrolet Corvette started life as a Z06, making over 500 horsepower right from the factory. … more»

Rare Color: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Chevrolet offered 1988 Corvette buyers a choice of eleven single-shade paint colors and, as is typical, some proved significantly more popular than others. This ’88 Convertible features one of the rarer colors, and it is interesting because it changes… more»

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