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1967 L68 427CI engine in open hood of white C2 Corvette
By the 1960s the Corvette was beginning to hit its stride, especially in terms of performance. While the GM small-block reigned supreme initially, the 1960s would see the rise of the high-displacement big-block, complete with 400-plus horsepower. This was on par with the times, as the horsepower wars of the muscle car era were in full swing. This resulted in several extremely memorable power plants.
1966 Corvette Sales Brochures
Download this 1966 Corvette Dealers Sales Brochure for a quick look at the features of the car. The 1966 Corvette Sting Ray by Chevrolet. Color and fabric selector. Tuxedo black, Ermine white, Rally Red, Nassau Blue, Laguna Blue, Trophy Blue, Sunfire Yellow...
1966 7.0L V8 Engine
Upon its 1953 release, America’s sports car mustered only 150 HP, yet in 1966, the newly evolved Corvette nearly tripled this level of output. It was in 1966 that the Corvette was offered with not one, but two different variants of the robust 427 cubic-inch (7.0L) V8. In its most potent form (L72), the 427 officially produced 425 HP. However, most believe this value to be grossly understated.
1966 corvette
Despite its popularity, the second-gen Corvette holds the record for the fewest number of production years of any generation Corvette. The most valuable examples of the C2 Corvette live sort of like "bookends" at the start and finish of second-gen production.
1966 Corvette Owners Manual
This Owners Guide contains important information regarding the operation and maintenance of your 1966 Corvette. In order to obtain maximum enjoyment and usage from your car, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the contents...