Corvette

Final Year 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Update 04/04/2024: Listing a classic car for sale is fraught with danger, and it is frustrating when a seemingly successful sale falls at the final hurdle courtesy of a non-paying bidder. That appears to have been the fate of… more»

Miniature C1: 1950s Yard-Man Corvette Go Kart

If I told you I had located an original, unmolested, and rust-free C1 Corvette that runs and drives for under $5,000, most readers would agree that Adam has finally lost the plot. However, I honestly have. The fact that… more»

Still in the Barn: Trio of C3 Chevy Corvettes

Imagine opening up a dirty old barn and finding three vintage Chevy Corvettes. That may have happened here as we’re told these are all one-owner, low-mileage ‘Vettes from 1978 and 1982. Two were from the car’s 25th anniversary and… more»

Flood Victim: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet Corvette sales were in a holding pattern in 1961, unable to crack the 11,000 mark (but close). The most noticeable changes were to the rear styling which included four taillights as the Corvette’s signature going forward. This otherwise… more»

1965 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed Project

I will freely admit to not being a Corvette enthusiast, but for some reason, I am digging this Sting Ray convertible that’s equipped with the desirable manual transmission and a factory hard top. The seller notes it is a… more»

Corvette Summer Star: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

The car movie scene in the 1970s and 1980s was likely the peak of gearhead-friendly cinema. Outside of the Fast and the Furious franchise from the late 90s and early 2000s (don’t talk to me about the seemingly endless… more»

Miami Vice Meets Ecklers: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette

In America, our culture has often been driven by media.  In 1984, a television show called “Miami Vice” debuted on NBC.  Over the five-year run of the series the show set trends that still resonate with us.  One of… more»

Rare Options? 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Claims of rarity with many classics is a slippery slope, because verifying them can be challenging. However, there are few such problems with the Chevrolet Corvette, with plenty of resources available that cover almost every aspect of these American… more»

BF Auction: 1995 Chevrolet Corvette

UPDATE – Additional photos have been added to the photo gallery below! If you are hunting for a fun and affordable Corvette, a C4 is the car to find! They have long been underappreciated, although that’s starting to change,… more»

Dream Driver: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Limited Edition Pace Car

I admire the owner of this 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. They had long dreamed of owning a Limited Edition Pace Car, a dream that became a reality in 2020. However, they are also a realist. They acknowledge that the car… more»

1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 With 5,442 Original Miles!

It is fair to say that in the eyes of some, the C4 Corvette didn’t initially live up to expectations. It wasn’t the “magic bullet” many envisaged, with its performance barely better than its predecessor. However, that would change… more»

Driver Quality: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Some people find the idea of owning a driver-grade classic more attractive than parking a pristine vehicle in their garage. They offer a more relaxed ownership experience, with the occasional chip unlikely to cause the same stress than it… more»

A Good First Restoration Project: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

Did anyone ever build Estes rocket models as a kid?  Emblazoned prominently on the kit was the skill level of the model, from one to five.  One was a model that you glued fins on and launched, while skill… more»

No Reserve: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Winter has a nasty habit of seeming to drag on forever, especially as enthusiasts gaze out their windows at snow, slush, and rain. Summer can’t come soon enough because it means they can wheel a classic out of their… more»

BF Auction: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car

When it comes to low mileage claims, documentation is king. Well, the seller of this 1978 Corvette Pace Car believes the car has only covered 10,336 miles and they claim to have the documentation to back that up. It’s… more»

Big-Block Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Project candidates come in many forms, with some requiring deeper commitment than others. This 1969 Corvette is complete, but dismantling it to the last nut and bolts is the only way a new owner can recapture its lost youth…. more»

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