Douglas Barton
JoinedDecember 13, 2022
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Douglas caught the Corvette affliction in 1999 at 31 when he bought his first brand new Fixed Roof Coupe. Since then, he has owned 20 Corvettes, the most recent being his third FRC, a 2000 model in the same color as the first two. Douglas recently traded his 2000 FRC to feed his new car smell addiction, and he hopes when you read his pieces, you will sense his genuine passion for all things Corvette.
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C9 Corvette

See The GM Design That’s Stirring Up C9 Rumors

Nothing seems to generate more buzz (and angst) among Corvette enthusiasts than speculation about what the next generation will look like, especially if there are controversial changes. Two of the more polarizing revolutionary design changes were the loss of the pop-up headlights in 2005 and losing the round taillights in...
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Tips & Advice

Top Ten Tuners In The Corvette World

Even though the GM engineers have done a wonderful job in the last handful of generations and given us great small-block pushrod V8s that scream toward their redlines, it usually doesn’t take long for most enthusiasts to crave more power. These are broken down by region (and in no particular...
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C5 Corvette

First-Time C5 Owners Guide

As an owner of 20 Corvettes with my first in 1999 (mostly C5s), I thought it would be helpful to offer some of the tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years, in addition to the fixes for common issues I’ve experienced. I’ll also combine that with resources we have...
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News

Big Personnel Changes At Bowling Green Assembly Plant

The Corvette Manufacturing Plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky is expected to re-open on June 1, 2021.
If you’ve ever been to (or followed) a National Corvette Museum Bash you’ll know there is always some unexpected news that breaks. For instance, the E-Ray racetrack ban reversal that occurred after the sanctioning body president chatted with the Corvette product marketing manager at the Bash. As compelling as that...
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For Sale

SOLD! 2009 Corvette Hertz ZHZ Convertible

SOLD for $28,000 on 6/23/2023: Pretty strong money for a former rental car, apparently the Corvette market is still very vibrant! Description: 2009 Hertz ZHZ Corvette Convertible. Seller Details: Rare and Collectible…Own a piece of Corvette History…perfect shape…show car quality…totally stock drivetrain…LS3 (436 HP) Motor.. 6-speed Auto trans…Magnetic Ride Control…no...
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For Sale

FOR SALE: 1986 Corvette Coupe

Seller Details: New exterior paint before storage. The vehicle had been in storage up to about a year ago. The engine was rebuilt about 8 years ago. I’ve driven it recently and had the interior recently done at a cost of $12,000. Right now the engine needs some tender loving...
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For Sale

FOR SALE: 2022 Corvette 2LT Convertible (HTC)

Description: 2022 Corvette 2LT Convertible (HTC) Seller Details: – 2LT package– Edge red calipers– It is registered in Wisconsin and currently in Illinois and is ready to be sold nationwide– Body Type : Convertible– Exterior Color : White– Interior Color : Natural – Mileage: 1800– Engine : 6.2L LT2– Transmission :...
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C8 Corvette

Duped!? Is News Of Corvette SUV Fake?

Whenever the discussion of a Corvette SUV comes up, purists across social media overwhelmingly throw their arms up, dismayed that GM would dilute their beloved Corvette brand. I did a recent piece on the latest rumors and speculation from Car and Driver here, and over the past week the sentiment...
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