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1963 Dream Corvette Turns into a $26k Hard Lesson

Too Good To Be True – $28k 1963 Corvette Convertible Photo credit: WateEvery Corvette enthusiast knows the thrill of the hunt, but sometimes, it’s the hunt that bites you. In East Tennessee, Jim, a longtime Corvette lover thought he’d found a dream deal on a 1963 Corvette posted on Facebook Marketplace. The price was just $26,000, well below the typical market value of these classics, and the seller insisted the car was in excellent running condition. Convinced he’d scored big, Jim wired the funds plus a delivery fee, $26,750 in…

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Thundering Thursday VOL 13-18 – ZR1x – 1.68-second 0–60 & 8.675 1/4 mile

Chevrolet’s Corvette ZR1X Redefines American Street-Car Performance 2027 ZR1x 1 4 time 2 Chevrolet has pushed Corvette performance into truly historic territory with the new 2026 Corvette ZR1X, a hybrid, all-wheel-drive supercar that mixes a twin-turbo 5.5L LT7 V8 with an electric motor for a staggering 1,250 horsepower. In recent GM testing, the ZR1X blasted from 0–60 mph in just 1.68 seconds and ran the quarter-mile in an astonishing 8.675 seconds at 159 mph on a dragstrip, figures that put it squarely at the top of the list for production…

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Corvette GS Powered by a Big, Naturally Aspirated V8

Rumors point to a new Corvette Grand Sport powered by a big, naturally aspirated V8, possibly as large as 6.7 liters. If true, it would be one of the largest engines ever fitted to a modern Corvette, delivering the kind of raw sound and throttle response enthusiasts crave. Expect a wide-body stance, serious grip, and a no-nonsense performance focus, slotting perfectly between the Stingray and the more extreme Z06 and ZR1. No hybrid tricks. No turbos. Just classic Corvette muscle, refined for today. If this comes to pass, the Grand…

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Happy New Year from The Corvette Mike Team

As we roll into a brand-new year, we want to say thank you to everyone who’s part of the automotive enthusiast community. The people who love the design, the history, the sound, the craftsmanship, and the stories behind great cars. Whether your passion is for Corvettes, classics, muscle cars, modern performance, or anything in between, you’re part of what keeps this world thriving. The automotive enthusiast community isn’t just about what’s parked in the garage—it’s about the friendships, the memories, the shared experiences, and the roads that bring us together.…

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ONE MORE LOOK BACK TO 2025 PEBBLE BEACH AUTOMOTIVE WEEK

PBC25 TourRoad 0022 The year 2025 is coming to a close, and even as we build toward our 75th celebration next August, we want to take the time to recall the many great cars, special gatherings, and magical moments that made the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours so memorable. Great Cars, Special Gatherings & Magic Car Moments THE PEBBLE BEACH TOUR d’ELEGANCE CELEBRATED 27 YEARS THIS AUGUST On Thursday morning of Pebble Beach Automotive Week, the vast majority of Pebble Beach Concours entrants rose before the sun to queue up for…

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The Corvette Sweet Spot Returns

2027 Corvette GS 2 Every so often, Chevrolet gets it exactly right, not by building the fastest Corvette or the most extreme one, but by creating the version that feels just right. Word around the Corvette world is that the Grand Sport is poised for a comeback, and if it does, it may become the most desirable Corvette in the lineup. The idea is simple: take the everyday usability of the Stingray, add the wider stance and visual drama Corvette fans love, and power it with a naturally aspirated V8…

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Bowling Green Corvette Plant to Pause Production for Extended Holiday!

Big news out of Bowling Green. Corvette Assembly Plant will pause production for four weeks this holiday season. Traditionally, the plant observes a two-week winter shutdown, but this year GM has elected to extend the break to a full month. The scheduled pause will begin Monday, December 15, with operations set to resume on Monday, January 12, 2026. This facility remains the exclusive home of Corvette manufacturing, building America’s sports car continuously since 1981, and serving as its sole production site for more than four decades. The shutdown also temporarily…

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Thundering Thursday VOL 13-11 – Corvette Owners Are Driving Their Cars

Corvette Owners Are Driving TheirCars More Than Ever! Despite soaring values in the collector car market, Corvette owners across the country are doing something unexpected, they’re driving their cars more than ever. Recent reports from collector insurers and Corvette clubs show record participation in cruises, tours, and national events, with Corvettes continuing to be the most actively driven classic performance cars in America. Unlike many high-dollar collectibles that spend their lives under covers, Corvettes still rack up real miles. One reason is simple: Corvettes were built to be enjoyed. Owners…

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WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US AT OUR 75th CELEBRATION

Join us on August 16, 2026 for the 75th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance at The Lodge at Pebble Beach in California. Watch style icons, innovative prototypes, and racing greats compete for the top prize in the collector car world, while you enjoy the camaraderie of auto enthusiasts from around the globe. Purchase Your Tickets to the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance GENERAL ADMISSION  Experience the world’s premiere celebration of the automobile at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Stroll the show field, watch the world’s greatest collector cars being judged, and…

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Looking Back to 2025 Pebble Beach Automotive Week

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

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