September 1977 saw the introduction of the 1978 Corvette. And every 1978 sported a 25th annivesary medallion on the nose and fuel filler door. A new fastback rear window design was introduced that increased usable interior stowage significantly and also gave the cabin a more ‘open’ feel. The 25th anniversary was marked by a special [...]
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11
Feb
2003 saw the 50th anniversary of America’s favorite sports car! There was much speculation as to what the car would be. You would figure it would be a “gold” paint scheme as this was the “golden” annivesary and there were certainly gold colored paints used in the GM palette on previous years. We got a [...]
9
Feb
There have been many discussions over the years as to whether or not the mid to late 1970’s Corvettes are worthy of the Corvette name. I truly believe they are! You have to remember the circumstances (new tougher federal emission standards, the introduction of the catalytic converter and unleaded fuel) around these cars. For example: the [...]
