14May 2023 by controllers
Record-Breaking Sale: 1969 Corvette Stingray ZL-1 Convertible Sells for $3.14 Million

Record-Breaking Sale: 1969 Corvette Stingray ZL-1 Convertible Sells for $3.14 Million

1969 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Corvette History, Corvettes at Auction
The 1969 Corvette Stingray ZL-1 Convertible made history when it was sold at RM Sotheby's 2023 auction for an impressive $3,140,000. This record-breaking sale shows just how valuable this rare and iconic sports car is. The 1969 Corvette Stingray ZL-1 was the highest-performance Corvette available that year and featured an L-88 427 cubic-inch V8 engine with an aluminum block, making it a prized piece for any collector. Source: RM Sotheby's The Auction The ZL1 was to cross across the block in Arizona on January 26, 2023. The highly anticipated auction of the 1969 Corvette Stingray Convertible ZL-1 at the RM Sotheby's event finally arrived. As one of the most sought-after cars of its time, it was expected to fetch a high price. The atmosphere was tense as the bidding started,…
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11May 2023 by vettevues
From the 50s to the 90s: the Design History of Corvette Engineering

From the 50s to the 90s: the Design History of Corvette Engineering

C1 Corvette Information, C2 Corvette Category, C3 Corvette Information, C4 Corvette Information, C5 Corvette Information, Corvette History
Discover how Corvette designers kept the iconic car's design true to its heritage with this Engineering Retrospective/Design article. From bold curves to split windows, Corvette's hallmarks are front and center. Corvette Engineering Retrospective - Design In this article, we'll look at the Corvette Design Engineering history from the 50s to the 90s and see how designers kept Corvette true to its heritage. We are looking at the 2003 Corvette Press Kit that was given out to the media at the 50th Anniversary Celebration in Nashville. The press kit included 14 press releases. This one is for Engineering Retrospective/Design and is titled "CREATIVE, GROUNDBREAKING DESIGN HAS LONG BEEN A HALLMARK OF CORVETTE SUCCESS". To look at photos and details about the press kit and more links to the press release CLICK…
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08May 2023 by vettevues
Unlock the 1968 Corvette Specifications – An Iconic Classic

Unlock the 1968 Corvette Specifications – An Iconic Classic

1968 C3 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information
Discover the Iconic 1968 Corvette Specifications - All the Details You Need to Know in our Overview. Greg Hortons 1968 L89 Corvette Coupe The 1968 C3 Corvette is every Corvette collector’s dream machine. It is the first year of the third-generation body style. The 1968 Corvette was sculpted to resemble the Mako Shark II show car of 1965. The 1968 Corvette Stingray design was refreshed, and the third generation of Corvettes was born. The C3 was longer, wider, and lower than the C2 that preceded it. In fact, the ’68 Corvette had gained weight over the previous generation with a Curb weight on the Coupe of 3210, and the Convertible was 3220. The body was completely redesigned on what is basically a carry-over chassis. The coupe lost its fastback window…
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05May 2023 by controllers
Prices of the 1969 Corvette Convertibles for Sale at Auction ’23

Prices of the 1969 Corvette Convertibles for Sale at Auction ’23

1969 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette History, Corvette Information
Discover the Rarity and Value of 1969 Corvette Convertibles for Sale at Mecum Kissimmee Auction 2023, Including a Highly Sought-after Copo L88 Convertible. What they Sold for and What they Bid To! Today on the Vette Vues blog, we are looking at the Mecum Kissimmee auction and five 1969 Corvette convertibles for sale. There were thirteen 1969 Corvettes for sale in all, but we are going to cover just the convertibles. One of the five for sale was a highly sought-after 1969 Corvette COPO L88 Convertible which is the only one known to exist. Its bid went up to $175,000 but failed to sell. Nevertheless, the three 1969 convertible Corvettes had a successful auction, with the highest-sold convertible 69 Corvette reaching an impressive price tag of $66,000. Read on to…
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04May 2023 by controllers
Discover the Iconic C3 1969 Corvette Overview: History, Options, and More!

Discover the Iconic C3 1969 Corvette Overview: History, Options, and More!

1969 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Information
1969 Corvette: Facts And Photos – See The Evolution Of This Iconic Car Discover the History and Power in Vette Vues' 1969 Corvette Overview as we look at the Shark Body Style and V-8 Engine that still captivates Corvette Enthusiasts today. An icon of American muscle, 1969 introduced Chevrolet’s second production year of the third generation of Corvette, the C3 line. The 1968 C3 Vette brought dramatic changes to both form and function. With anticipation high, the 1969 C3 Corvette had much to live up to. Keep reading to learn the history of this American icon. “Stingray” Is Back 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray With the arrival of the 1969 Corvette came the revival of the “Stingray” name, now one word. The “Sting Ray” name (two words) originally appeared on the C2…
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25Apr 2023 by controllers
Rare 1973 Corvette Motion Manta Ray GT Sells for $80k: the Only One Left in Existence!

Rare 1973 Corvette Motion Manta Ray GT Sells for $80k: the Only One Left in Existence!

1973 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Corvette History, Corvettes at Auction
Rare 1973 Corvette Motion Manta Ray Gt Sells for $80k at Mecum Auction: a One-of-a-kind Custom Piece of Corvette History Signed by Mr. Motion Himself Today we are looking back at a 1973 Corvette Motion Manta Ray GT that sold at the Mecum Kissimmee auction in 2022 for $80,000. For the connoisseur of Corvette culture, the 1973 Corvette Motion Manta Ray GT is a rare opportunity not to be missed. One of just three built in 1973 and the only one known to survive, it boasts a 425 HP dyno-tested engine and additional performance enhancements, including an Edelbrock intake, MSD ignition, headers, dual exhaust, and automatic transmission. Not only is this Corvette a true powerhouse, but it comes with a letter of authenticity signed by “Mr. Motion” himself, Joel Rosen,…
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22Apr 2023 by vettevues
1968 Corvettes at Bloomington Gold Special Collection

1968 Corvettes at Bloomington Gold Special Collection

1968 C3 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Features, Vette Vues Magazine Past Coverage of Corvette Events
Vette Vues' blog post showcases a variety of 1968 Corvettes found at the Bloomington Gold Special Collection in 2019, each accompanied by a captivating narrative of its history, told by its respective owners. In Vette Vues' blog post, we are looking at some stock of 1968 Corvettes at the Bloomington Gold Special Collection in 2019 and their stories and history. Each one has a unique story told by its owners. (Photo Credits: Bob Cook) If you are interested in attending the Bloomington Gold events or other Corvette Events, check out our Corvette Event Calendar. You can read Vette Vues Magazine's 3-part coverage of the Bloomington Gold Special Collection in the November, December 2019, and January 2020 issues. Our first 1968 Corvette is an L89 Convertible # 03554. Engine option L89…
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22Apr 2023 by vettevues
Discover the Fascinating 1968 Corvette Brochure and Deepen Your Appreciation of America’s Classic Sports Car

Discover the Fascinating 1968 Corvette Brochure and Deepen Your Appreciation of America’s Classic Sports Car

1968 C3 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Vintage Corvette Brochures Category
Exploring the Color 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Sales Brochure: Dive into the captivating chronicle of the 1968 Corvette Brochure featured in our blog post. Gain an understanding of the C3 Corvette's design, capabilities, and technical information. Read through the 1968 Corvette Sales Brochure and deepen your appreciation of America's classic sports car. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette - Original Dealer Sales Brochure - 8 1/4" x 11" - 12 pages Fiberglass Fact: The 1968 Corvette wore no Sting Ray or Stingray emblems. Cover of the 1968 Corvette Brochure / Sales Brochure These two pages show the hardtop version of the '68 Vette in the 1968 Corvette Brochure. 1968 Corvette Brochure: The Convertible is shown here. On these two pages in the 1968 Corvette Brochure, Chevrolet shows the new interior. Here, in the 1968…
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26Mar 2023 by vettevues
Discover the Iconic 1969 Corvette Ads and History with Vette Vues Magazine

Discover the Iconic 1969 Corvette Ads and History with Vette Vues Magazine

1969 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Vintage Corvette Advertisements
1969 Corvette Ads - See The Ads That Changed Our Lives In this blog post, we are looking at the 1969 Corvette ads. Vette Vues Magazine readers love our Rear Vues column that appears in our print edition, where we take a look at vintage Corvette advertisements from old Corvette magazines and brochures. We also want to share these with you on our blog. But first, we would also like to take a minute to highlight the interesting details of the 1969 Corvette. The 1969 model was the second year of the C3 generation and, it must be said, a much improved one compared to the previous year, with more than 200 changes made. Assembled by Chevrolet, a total of 38,762 Corvettes were made in 1969 - it is easy…
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22Jan 2023 by vettevues
10 of the Most Desirable Performance Corvettes Ever Made

10 of the Most Desirable Performance Corvettes Ever Made

1962 Corvette Information, 1963 Corvette Information, 1967 Corvette Information, 1969 Corvette Information, 1995 Corvette Information, 1996 Corvette Information, 2004 Corvette Information, 2009 Corvette Information, 2013 Corvette Information, 2019 Corvette Information
Top 10 Most Desirable Production "Performance" Street Corvettes Calling all Corvette Enthusiasts! We have an exciting new list to share about some of the most sought-after Corvettes in the industry. Today, we’re breaking down the top 10 most desirable performance Corvettes from Chevy from the C1 through C7 generations. Whether you’re looking for vintage American classic muscle or sleek new Corvette power and agility, Chevy has produced a wide array of desirable performance Corvettes for you to enjoy. Check out our post where we take a deeper dive into each generation and highlight our favorite performance Corvette. HOME By K. Scott Teeters Marking a special moment in history, the new E-Ray Corvette made its public debut on January 17, 2023, precisely seventy years since the Corvette's original grand introduction at…
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