30Jan 2022 by vettevues
Readers Share their Classic Corvette Photos and Stories

Readers Share their Classic Corvette Photos and Stories

Corvette Features
Classic Corvette Photos from Enthusiasts like you! Vette Vues readers and followers share their Classic Corvette Photos and stories in our Classic Corvette Corner. Share your Classic Corvette Photos in our new Classic Corvette Corner, which features profiles and beautiful car pictures, and stories of some of our favorite followers. After reading some of your stories and admiring your stunning Corvette photos, it has given Vette Vues an idea for a new part of our website - Classic Corvette Corner. We will be featuring followers' and readers' submissions with their gorgeous cars; would you like to submit one? All you need to do is go to https://vette-vues.com/submitphotos/ and submit it online.  They will be posted on the website and on Facebook and Instagram. If you haven't submitted your info yet,…
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Vette Vues Magazine Classic Corvette Corner | Photos & Stories Submission Page

Vette Vues Magazine Classic Corvette Corner | Photos & Stories Submission Page

Vette Vues Magazine Corvette Photos & Stories Submission Page CHECK OUT READERS RIDES HERE At Vette Vues, we know that every Corvette is special. Each and every Corvette has its own story. Some were passed down through generations, some bought when their owners were just kids - but all have a history rich with memories. So whether you're the proud owner of a new Stingray or an older model-you're welcome here at Vette Vues Classic Corvette Corner. And because this car means so much to you, we want to hear your story too! Send us your Corvette's photo(s) along with any interesting anecdotes you might want to share about how this vehicle impacted your life in some way, and let's show off these beautiful vehicles together on our blog and…
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14Dec 2021 by vettevues
Corvette Vertical Door Mechanisms: What you need to know!

Corvette Vertical Door Mechanisms: What you need to know!

Corvette Features, Corvette News and Archives Category
Lambo-Scissor-Vertical Door Mechanisms on Corvettes Lambo-Scissor-Vertical Door Mechanisms on Corvettes Are you considering scissor, vertical, or Lambo door hinges for your Corvette? You will want to read Wayne Ellwood's observations of things to consider before you start your project. His advice is, "you need to be very well informed and, hopefully, technically inclined." In this article we will cover: Verticle DoorsScissor Doors or "Lambo Doors" open upwards (Lamborghini doors)Butterfly doors open outwards and upwardsGull wing doors open outwards and upwards Wikipedia - The first vehicle to feature scissor doors was the 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo concept car, designed by Bertone’s Marcello Gandini. The door style was dictated by Gandini’s desire for an innovative design and by his concern over the car’s extremely poor rear visibility. In order to reverse the…
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10Nov 2021 by vettevues
MEGA PHOTO GALLERY: SEMA 2021 CORVETTES TO THE EXTREME!

MEGA PHOTO GALLERY: SEMA 2021 CORVETTES TO THE EXTREME!

Corvette Events, Corvette Features, Corvette News and Archives Category
Enjoy some of the world's best tuners in our photo converge of SEMA2021 where they take the Corvette to some of the wildest creations to the extremes. The SEMA Show took place on November 2 - November 5, 2021, at the Las Vegas Convention Center located at 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada. This is the world's largest trade show, i.e. a candy store for car enthusiasts. The commercial booths that are at the show display car accessories, parts, gadgets, and add-ons that attendees can see up close. Many of the parts are mounted on a variety of different vehicles so you can see them functioning in their product setting. If you didn't get to attend this year's Specialty Equipment Market Association show, we have a huge photo gallery of some of…
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04Nov 2021 by vettevues
Dave Kindig 1953 Corvette Concept Debut

Dave Kindig 1953 Corvette Concept Debut

1953 Corvette Information, C1 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Corvette News and Archives Category
Dave Kindig 1953 Corvette Concept that Debut at SEMA 2021 The 2021 SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center was November 2-5, 2021, and there were some of the most awesome cars in the world on display. Today on the Vette Vues’ blog, we are looking at the One-Of-A-Kind Dave Kindig 1953 Corvette Concept that made its Debut. Make sure you check out the video at the end, where Dave Kindig gives us a tour of his custom 1953 Corvette C1. Dave Kindig 1953 Corvette Concept that Debut at SEMA 2021 side shot photo. Carbon fiber body designed by KINGDIG-IT DESIGN and manufactured by Doug’s Performance Corvettes. Photo Credits Gary Rosier David Kindig and his talented team have been designing some of the best cars on the planet.  But Dave…
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07Oct 2021 by vettevues
GMC Corvette Set 16th Annual CorvetteFest 2021 Successful Fundraiser!

GMC Corvette Set 16th Annual CorvetteFest 2021 Successful Fundraiser!

Corvette Features, Corvette News and Archives Category
The GMC Corvette Set’s 16th Annual CorvetteFest 2021 event was held at the Olde World Canterbury Village in Lake Orion in Orion Charter Township, Michigan, on September 4, 2021. This year’s event was a huge success as purchasers of items from the Silent Auction spent close to $5,000, all of which went to Leader Dogs for the Blind. GMC Corvette Set’s 16th Annual CorvetteFest 2021 Photos submitted by Madalon Blaszczyk Board Member, GMC Corvette Set The GMC Corvette Set’s 16th Annual CorvetteFest 2021 event was held at the Olde World Canterbury Village in Lake Orion in Orion Charter Township, Michigan, on September 4, 2021.  The Village is a historic Michigan property and has many wonderful features and year-round family attractions. There are shops, places to dine, and beautiful grounds to enjoy…
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05Oct 2021 by vettevues
C3 PHOTOS FROM YESTERYEAR OF CORVETTE BODY KITS & DRESS-UP PARTS

C3 PHOTOS FROM YESTERYEAR OF CORVETTE BODY KITS & DRESS-UP PARTS

1968 C3 Corvette Information, 1969 Corvette Information, 1970 Corvette Information, 1971 Corvette Information, 1972 Corvette Information Category, 1973 Corvette Information, 1974 Corvette Information, 1975 Corvette Information, 1976 Corvette Information, 1977 Corvette Information, 1978 Corvette Information, 1979 Corvette Information, 1980 Corvette Information, 1981 Corvette Information, 1982 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Corvette History
Take a trip down memory lane as we look at the third part of the original series in Vette Vues Magazine covering Corvette body kits and dress up parts. We are looking back at the various custom modifications on the C3 Corvettes that could be installed by an owner, contracted to a shop, or purchased as turn-key vehicles. Enjoy the journey! C3 - THE HISTORY OF CORVETTE BODY KITS & DRESS-UP PARTS By Wayne Ellwood Photo Credits: Facebook, General Motors, Jeff Page-Heartland, Eckler, Ben Labaree, Tony Mezzacca Motorsport, Chris Farkash, Wayne Ellwood This is the third re-post of the original series in Vette Vues Magazine. We are looking back at the various custom modifications that could be installed by an owner, contracted to a shop, or purchased as turn-key vehicles.…
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19Jun 2021 by vettevues
1963 Corvette ZO6 Tanker – Part 1

1963 Corvette ZO6 Tanker – Part 1

1963 Corvette Information, C2 Corvette Category, Corvette Features, Corvette History, Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News
Today on the Vette Vues Magazine blog we are looking at part 1 of a two-part article that appeared in May and June 2020 issues of Vette Vues. It covers the history of the 1963 Corvette ZO6 and one that is owned by Dave Matlock. The cover of the May 2020 issue is Dave's 1963 ZO6 big tank Corvette on display at the Corvette Chevy Expo in Galveston Island Texas. Dave Matlock's 1963 Z06 Tanker Sting Ray: Born to Be A Race Car and a Collector Car! Article by K. Scott Teeters Image Credit: G.M. Archives 1963 Corvette ZO6 Tanker Engine 1963 Corvette ZO6 Tanker Ever since the introduction of the 2001 Z06, there's been an increased emphasis on the structure of the Corvette. The C5 Corvette was arguably the…
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03Apr 2021 by vettevues
1960 Briggs Cunningham #1 Le Mans Race Corvette Goes to Auction

1960 Briggs Cunningham #1 Le Mans Race Corvette Goes to Auction

1960 Corvette Information, C1 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Corvette History, Corvette Information, Corvette News and Archives Category, Corvette Racing News, Corvettes at Auction
1960 Chevrolet Corvette Briggs Cunningham LeMans Race Car Theodore W. Pieper ©2021 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 1960 Briggs Cunningham #1 Le Mans Race Corvette Going to RM Auctions May 22, 2021, at Amelia Island One of the earliest cars from Corvette’s endurance racing past is headed for auction at RM Sotheby’s 2021 Amelia Island auction.  The 1960 Briggs Cunningham #1 Le Mans Race Car could bring over $1.3M. This will be sold at No Reserve! The RM Sotheby’s auction at Amelia Island is on May 22, 2021. The preview starts Thursday the 20th from 10 AM until 7 PM and continues on Friday. Saturday the preview starts at 9 AM and the Auction begins at 11 AM. Also during the Amelia Island Concours, on Friday, May 21, 2021, Chevrolet Motorsports…
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30Mar 2021 by vettevues
Corvette Custom and Restoration Shops Directory

Corvette Custom and Restoration Shops Directory

Corvette Features, Corvette Information
Check out our Special Corvette Custom and Restoration Shops Directory by States Directory of Corvette Custom and Restoration Shops by State We have created a Directory of Corvette Custom and Restoration Shops by State. We hope this will help you in your search for a company to work with you and your Vette. We get calls a lot at Vette Vues Magazine looking for shops that can work on Corvettes. We have compiled a list of companies from car shows and from readers submitted. We have organized the directory by state. Not all of these companies will be able to do everything, i.e., restoration, performance, mechanical, and paint, but this directory is here to help get you started in the search for someone to work on your Corvette. Note: This…
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