21Jul 2022 by controllers
C3 Vette Registry – 21 years at Corvettes at Carlisle

C3 Vette Registry – 21 years at Corvettes at Carlisle

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The best of all worlds. Join the C3 Vette Registry at the world's largest Corvette car show. Corvettes at Carlisle is held every August in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and has been running since 1982. Corvettes at Carlisle is the largest Corvette show in the world. - Photo Courtesy C3 Vette Registry Our topic today is C3 Vette Registry at Corvettes at Carlisle. Corvettes at Carlisle is held every August in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and has been running since 1982. It has evolved into the largest All Corvette show in the country. Corvettes at Carlisle is celebrating its 40th year, and the C3 Vette Registry will be on hand to celebrate along with many other Corvette clubs on August 25 - 27, 2022. Today we're going to discuss the C3VR and its role…
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05Oct 2021 by vettevues
C3 CORVETTE BODY KITS & DRESS-UP PARTS FROM YESTERYEAR (1968-1982)

C3 CORVETTE BODY KITS & DRESS-UP PARTS FROM YESTERYEAR (1968-1982)

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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Breaking Down the Unique Features of the C3 Corvette

Breaking Down the Unique Features of the C3 Corvette

The History of the C3 Corvette: Exploring the Iconic American Sports Car's 15-year Legacy C3 Corvette Overview: The C3 generation from 1968 through 1982. The 1968 Corvette marked the beginning of the third generation (C3) of this iconic American sports car. The C3 Corvette was produced for a full 15 years, from 1968 to 1982, and throughout its production, it became a symbol of changing times and economics. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the unique features of the C3 Corvette and how it evolved over the years. The C3 Corvette, the third generation of the iconic American sports car, arrived in showrooms in 1968. Over its 15-year lifecycle, this car was a reflection of the changing times, mirroring the ups and downs of the American economic…
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17Nov 2020 by vettevues
1970 Corvette Historical Brochure

1970 Corvette Historical Brochure

1970 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information
The 1970 Corvette sales brochure was produced by Campbell-Ewald. The advertising agency started in June 1911. Wikipedia says, "Chevrolet became the agency's first major client in 1919 and by 1922, Campbell Ewald was awarded all of General Motors' ad business. The agency continued its partnership with GM for more than 90 years." Our brochure we are looking at today is for the 1970 Corvette. The title on the brochure is: People have the idea you can tell what cars of the future will be like by looking at Chevrolet's Corvette. They're right. 1970 Corvette sales brochure cover When you buy a Corvette, you buy a lot more than a car- you buy an image. A car that looks all hood and wheels. A car that's eager for the open road.…
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17Nov 2020 by vettevues
1970 Corvettes 50th Anniversary Display at Corvettes at Carlisle 2020

1970 Corvettes 50th Anniversary Display at Corvettes at Carlisle 2020

1970 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Events, Corvette News and Archives Category
Today on our blog we will share some photos of the 1970 Corvettes 50th Anniversary Display at the 2020 Corvettes at Carlisle event in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Corvettes at Carlisle 2020 will be remembered for a long time for those who attended. It was a very unusual event because of COVID-19. Many regular Corvette enthusiasts chose not to attend this year. But, for those of use who did, there were still plenty of gorgeous Corvette to enjoy. 1970 Corvettes 50th Anniversary Display at Corvettes at Carlisle 2020 This year the 1970 Corvette was celebrating its 50th anniversary. Bob Cook brings us our photo coverage of this once in a lifetime special display. (You can read about Chip's Choice Display at the 2020 Corvettes at Carlisle show Here.) The 1970 Corvette is…
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21Jun 2015 by vettevues
1970 Mako Shark Built by Joel Rosen

1970 Mako Shark Built by Joel Rosen

1970 Corvette Information, C3 Corvette Information, Corvette Features
1970 Mako Shark Built by Joel Rosen EYES on DESIGN June 21, 2015 Photos & Story By: Wayne Ellwood This Feature Appeared in the August 2015 issue of Vette Vues Magazine. 1970 Mako Shark Owner: Dan McMichael This car was originally built for a man in Brooklyn (NY) by Joel Rosen. After driving about 1000 miles, the car ended up in outdoor storage. That’s where Joel found it. Joel bought the car back and then offered it (along with some others) for sale. At this point, in early 2001, Dan heard about the car and bought it. Over a period of time, Dan bought four cars from Joel but this was the first The Body and paint were the main items requiring immediate attention. Dan sent the car to Chris…
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