22Jan 2023 by vettevues
10 of the Most Desirable Performance Corvettes Ever Made

10 of the Most Desirable Performance Corvettes Ever Made

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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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21Jan 2022 by vettevues
Unforgettable Upgrades: Tracing The Evolution Of C4 Corvette Body Kits

Unforgettable Upgrades: Tracing The Evolution Of C4 Corvette Body Kits

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Explore the evolution of C4 Corvette body kits from 1984 to 1996 and uncover the secrets of customizing these cars with aftermarket enhancements and accessories that will add both style and performance to the classic car. Explore the 80s customs culture with Vette Vues and get a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to create C4 Corvette Body Kits! From aero kits to full body mods and more, we've got lots of photos to share. BY: Wayne Ellwood. As we continue to delve into history, Vette Vues aims to explore what was happening back in the 80s with the C4 Corvette when America got its taste of the customs culture - something that has stuck with us before and after. In order to reach out and update long-time viewers, we're…
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C4 Corvette Overview: 1983-1996 What to Look For

C4 Corvette Overview: 1983-1996 What to Look For

C4 Corvette Historical Overview - an Iconic American Sport Car The fourth iteration of Chevrolet's renowned Corvette sports car, the C4, was produced from 1983 to 1996. The total number of C4 Corvettes was 358,180 units. Among the improved features of this model was the return of the convertible option, as well as the inclusion of higher-performance engines, like the 375 hp LT5 found in the ZR-1. On March 1990, the ZR-1 established a new benchmark for the highest land speed achieved over a 24-hour and 5,000-mile duration by achieving a speed of 175 mph. Unfortunately, the introduction of a completely new chassis, modernized design, and other modifications resulted in increased pricing and reduced sales. The final C4 model rolled off the production line on June 20th, 1996. Let's look…
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26Mar 2021 by vettevues
1996 C4 Chevrolet Corvette Brochure

1996 C4 Chevrolet Corvette Brochure

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Today on our blog we are looking at the 1996 C4 Chevrolet Corvette Brochure. The Model year 1996 was the final year of the C4 Corvette that was produced from 1983 to 1996. The Grand Sport was a limited-edition model with a total production output of just 1,000 units—810 coupes and 190 convertibles. The Grand Sport paid homage to the legendary competition Corvette of the same name that was raced in the 1963 season with drivers Jim Hall, Roger Penske, Augie Pabst, and Dick Thompson. The 1996 Grand Sport—RPO Z16—was visually identifiable by its exclusive paint livery in Admiral Blue with white stripes and bright red hashes across the left front fender. It came equipped with the highest output LT4 engine fitted with aluminum cylinder heads, which generated 330 HP.…
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26Mar 2021 by vettevues
Grand Sport Legend John Heinricy and VIN #0001 1996 Corvette will make a Special Appearance at Corvettes at Carlisle 2021

Grand Sport Legend John Heinricy and VIN #0001 1996 Corvette will make a Special Appearance at Corvettes at Carlisle 2021

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In this blog post, we take a look at the 1996 C4 Chevrolet Grand Sport, GM Engineer John Heinricy, VIN #0001 1996 Corvette, and a little special Grand Sport display at Corvettes at Carlisle 2021. 1996 Grand Sport with GM Engineer John Heinricy at the NCM In a recent press release from Carlisle Events, we learned that retired GM Engineer John Heinricy and the first 1996 Grand Sport off the line would be at this year’s Corvettes at Carlisle.  The event takes place at the Carlisle Fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, August 26-28, 2021. This year will mark 25 years of the consumer-based Corvette Grand Sport.  In the statement from Carlisle, they said, “Corvettes at Carlisle and the Corvette community have marveled at the design, power, and elegance of the Grand Sport…
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