Fuelie

Spotless Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Many enthusiasts contend that the C2’s release marked the moment when the Chevrolet Corvette came of age. Chevrolet didn’t merely focus on giving its latest offering a sleek new body; it also reengineered the car to deliver handling that… more»

Genuine Fuelie: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

The word “iconic” is one of the most overused in the classic world, but there is probably none better to describe the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. The last of the renowned “Tri-Five” range, 1957 marked a high point in… more»

Original Fuelie: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

When it comes to the question of desirability, American classics don’t come much better than this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. It is a genuine “Fuelie” featuring some factory options that help it to tick many of the boxes that… more»

Original Paint: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie

When it comes to compiling a list of desirable American classics, the C1 and C2 Corvette Fuelies will typically feature strongly. The Fuelie option wasn’t cheap, but it provided buyers with the type of performance befitting a genuine sports… more»

Fuelie Frame: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette

The classic market sometimes raises as many questions as it answers. For example, if you owned a 1961 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie, would you unbolt its body to drop onto a restomod project? No? Me neither. However, that is the… more»

1 of 2? 1959 Chevrolet Impala Convertible Fuelie

Does the perfect classic actually exist? Is there a car with a combination of looks, condition, rarity, and specifications that places it seemingly beyond criticism? Those are the questions posed by this 1959 Chevrolet Impala Convertible. Not only does… more»

Factory Fuelie? 1957 Chevrolet 150

Some classics are a genuine surprise packet, and such is the case with this 1957 Chevrolet 150 2-Door Sedan. This seemingly mild-mannered family Sedan is a tidy vehicle that wears most of its original paint. However, closer scrutiny reveals… more»

Fuelie Tribute: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

One of the problems associated with buying a C2 Corvette Convertible “Fuelie” is that they are typically expensive. Very expensive. Six-figure sums aren’t unprecedented for pristine examples, placing them beyond the reach of mere mortals. That is where our… more»

Final Year Fuelie: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Sometimes, a manufacturer will drop a specific option from its model range because it doesn’t sell in sufficient numbers to justify production. However, there are rare occasions where a new feature will undermine an existing one on price alone,… more»

Final Year Fuelie: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Chevrolet introduced fuel injection to its Corvette range in 1957, creating what was, to that point, the ultimate high-performance variant of its iconic sports car. The “Fuelie” option was an expensive choice, and production numbers remained relatively low as… more»

Original Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe

Some project candidates tick so many of the right boxes for enthusiasts that it is easy to understand why they generate strong interest. Take this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette as a prime example. It is a desirable Split Window Coupe,… more»

Fuelie Project: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

At first glance, this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette looks like just another C1 begging for restoration. However, we must delve below the surface to discover the ace up its sleeve. Only 13% of buyers that year splashed the considerable extra… more»

Four-Speed Fuelie: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet knew that 1962 marked the final year of C1 Corvette production. As such, it took a “softly, softly” approach to updates, saving many significant upgrades for the upcoming C2 model. This Corvette is from the final production year… more»

Original Fuelie: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

Sometimes a classic car appears on our desks at Barn Finds, and it is impossible to determine its greatest attribute. Such is the case with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. Its odometer reading of 12,900 miles could be a contender,… more»

Warehouse Find: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette 327 Fuelie

1957 was an important year for Chevrolet, as it was the first time the company offered a fuel-injected engine in their Corvette, a 283 small block pumping out the coveted 1 horsepower per cubic inch.  Chevy wasn’t the first… more»

Genuine Fuelie:1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

Some classic cars are okay, while others are achingly beautiful. This 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible fits into the latter category but is far more than a mere pretty face. It is one of the rare ’57 Convertibles to… more»

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