Chevrolet always knew that 1979 would be a tough act to follow with its iconic Corvette. While it was no longer the fire-breathing beast it had been a decade earlier, 1979 brought record sales for the badge. Although sale… more»
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Mar 22, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Needs Finishing: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
Tackling someone’s unfinished project can be daunting, but it will often seem less of a chore if the car is as desirable as this 1961 Corvette. It needs a new owner to add the finishing touches, but the seller… more»
Mar 20, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Long Ownership: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe L79
The 1968 Corvette was the first year of the C3, introduced as “All Different, All Over”, which was an irony. The earlier C2 was very expensive to develop, and in light of higher gas prices and stiff insurance premiums… more»
Mar 19, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Affordable 1981 Chevrolet Corvette L81
By 1981, Chevrolet (and the buying public) knew that time was running out for the venerable C3 Corvette. A model that had served the company with distinction since 1968 received only minor updates in its final two years. These… more»
Mar 18, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Some Assembly Required: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
The first generation C1 Corvette series was introduced in 1953 and ran through 1962. Made of fiberglass to keep production costs down, early cars shared an in-line six-cylinder with every other Chevy model, but there the resemblance ended. With… more»
Mar 15, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Testarossa Wannabe: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
It’s popular to disparage cars and trucks given the custom touch from a certain era that reflects a style no longer popular. But what if we’re being unfairly cruel to bad ideas executed well? The Ferrari Testarossa is an… more»
Mar 14, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
383/4-Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
Any 1971 Corvette that left the factory with the company’s LT1 V8 under the hood is considered desirable. That was the story behind our feature car, but unfortunately, the LT1 disappeared in the 1980s. The seller recently took matters… more»
Mar 14, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Giant Yard Sale: Take Your Pick Collection
It’s always interesting when a seller lists a batch of cars together in one ad. From numbers matching, and super clean classics to complete project cars and everything in between. And apparently with not much in common. This gaggle… more»
Mar 14, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Engine Upgrade: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1967 Corvette isn’t a genuine survivor but an exceptionally tidy driver offering immediate motoring pleasure to a new owner. It spent years hidden in a garage until recently emerging into the daylight. The Corvette has no immediate needs… more»
Mar 11, 2023 • Auctions • 21 Comments
BF Auction: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
By the time 1981 dawned, the C3 Corvette had become a more refined package offering a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience. While early examples were uncompromising high-performance vehicles, the 1981 Corvette could serve admirably as a daily driver. This… more»
Mar 10, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Under 30K Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
A red C4 Corvette is perhaps one of the most iconic muscle cars ever built, and it’s one you can still purchase for a very reasonable amount of money. This 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible features an automatic transmission and… more»
Mar 9, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Collector’s Edition: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
The C3 Corvette seems to be a pretty hot commodity in the sports car market these days. The third-generation cars had a long lifespan, lasting from the 1968 model all the way through ’82, so there are plenty of… more»
Mar 8, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Stalled For 35 Years! 1960 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Project builds can stall for various reasons, and sometimes they fail to restart. Such is the case with this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. Its previous owner was a collector who dismantled the car thirty-five years ago for restoration, and this… more»
Mar 8, 2023 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF Auction: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
While a meticulously restored classic is guaranteed to attract attention wherever it goes, it is the same story with unmolested survivors. You only have to watch crowds gathering at a Cars & Coffee to appreciate the impact those cars… more»
Mar 7, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Original 427/4-Speed Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Many factors determine whether a classic car is worthy of restoration. These include rarity, desirability, and historical significance. That brings us to this 1968 Corvette Convertible, which seems to tick the boxes. Although it isn’t exceedingly rare, it is… more»
Mar 6, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Engine Changed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is a driver-quality classic that a new owner could enjoy immediately. It requires some cosmetic work, but since that isn’t urgent, the successful bidder could undertake it as time and circumstances allow. It could be… more»
