The 1967 models are widely considered the best by today’s Corvette experts, owners, and enthusiasts. However, these cars were never intended for production. The new third-generation Mako Shark body style, slated for debut in 1967, wasn’t deemed ready for full-scale production, leading to the existing design continuing for an additional model year.
The final year of the revolutionary second-generation Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray also saw the introduction of the most powerful regular production Corvette engine to date: the L71 Tri-Power Mark IV big-block V-8. Sharing many features with its predecessor, the L72, rated at 425 HP, the L71 boasted an increased output thanks to a new induction system.
This system featured three inline-mounted Holley 2-barrel carburetors progressively operated through a unique vacuum-actuated throttle linkage system, resulting in aggressive acceleration throughout the operating range.
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