Category: C2 Corvettes

The First Sting Ray: Inside the 1959 Stingray Racer

Explore the story of the first Sting Ray — the 1959 Stingray Racer — a groundbreaking Corvette prototype that pushed performance boundaries and influenced generations of Corvette design with its innovative engineering and racing spirit.

October 1962: Hot Rod’s First Report on the 1963 Corvette

Be there when the automotive world got its very first look at the revolutionary 1963 Corvette Sting Ray. This rare October 1962 Hot Rod feature captures the excitement surrounding Chevrolet’s all-new sports car before it reached dealerships. Read the original report and discover why the split-window Sting Ray instantly became a Corvette legend.

A Look Back at Corvette Wheels, Pt. 1 – 1953-1967

Take a detailed look back at Corvette wheels from 1953 to 1967, tracing the evolution from basic steel rims to legendary knock-off designs. Discover how early wheel innovations enhanced performance, styling and identity during the formative C1 and C2 years, helping shape the visual and mechanical character of America’s sports car.

Rollie Walriven’s Daytona Blue 1963 Split-Window Sting Ray

Discover Rollie Walriven’s striking Daytona Blue 1963 Split-Window Sting Ray — a standout example of Corvette’s most iconic year. With its dramatic rear window, rare factory color and timeless C2 performance pedigree, this midyear masterpiece captures the spirit, style and engineering excellence that made the 1963 Corvette legendary.

Tony Batterson’s Family of C2 Corvette Sting Rays

Explore Tony Batterson’s remarkable collection of C2 Corvette Sting Rays, a family of midyear icons that showcase timeless styling, raw performance and deep enthusiast passion. From split-window heritage to big-block muscle, these 1963–1967 Corvettes represent the golden era of Corvette design and the enduring bond between owner and machine.

427 Corvette vs 427 Cobra November 1965 Road Test E-Booklett

Step back to November 1965 for a legendary road test matching the 427 Corvette against the 427 Cobra. This big-block duel captured the height of American performance, blending brute horsepower, raw acceleration and fierce rivalry in a showdown that defined the golden era of muscle and sports car competition.