News & Views for Corvette Enthusiasts
THE CREATIVE GENIUS OF VIRGIL EXNER IS LAUDED In concert with its celebration of the centennial of Chrysler, the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours paid homage to Virgil Exner, the creative genius who led Chrysler’s design department throughout the 1950s, introducing fins and the Forward Look, and thereby revolutionizing the appearance of American cars. READ THE STORY Powered by WPeMatico
Read More1967 Wingate L71 Corvette In the mid-1960s, Bob Wingate worked for Clippinger Chevrolet, a dealer in the Southern California city of Covina. His specialty was selling Corvettes. For several years, he was the top Corvette salesman, not just in California, but in the entire country. As a reward for his efforts, Joe Pike of Chevrolet Product Promotions gave Wingate this ’67 L71 coupe, which was built per Chevrolet Factory Shop Order, or FSO. In other words, Chevrolet customized this one-of-one Corvette right on the St. Louis assembly line. Below the…
Read MoreGratitude, Grit, and the Open Road As Thanksgiving rolls in, we’re reminded that it’s not just about the turkey, the football, or even the leftovers (though we’d never turn those down). It’s about gratitude, for the roads we’ve traveled, the cars we’ve cherished, and most importantly, the people we’ve shared the ride with. At Corvette Mike, we’re thankful for more than four decades of incredible customers, passionate enthusiasts, and lifelong friendships built around a shared love of American horsepower. Whether you’ve bought a classic from us, trusted us with a…
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