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Mark is a lifelong car fan and has a soft spot for American muscle, especially the Chevy Corvette. As a millenial Mark loves to find cool Corvette conversations, videos and wallpapers from all corners of the internet. Mark can also be found scouring classifieds and online auctions on an almost daily basis, trying to find those rare and interesting Corvettes that are on the market so can share here.
In a recent video, Joe Raiti got to explore a very special spec C8 Corvette Z06 finished in the rare and striking Amplify Orange Tintcoat. The Z06 continues to command attention despite the arrival of the new ZR1 and the upcoming ZR1X. Its appeal lies in the naturally aspirated 5.5L...
When the ZR1 name returned in 2009 after a 14-year hiatus, Chevrolet revived it with the C6 Corvette. The centerpiece was a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 producing 638 horsepower, its blower displayed through a windowed hood. Power went to massive Michelin tires—335/25R20 at the rear, 285/30R19 up front—backed by carbon-ceramic brakes, upgraded...
Offered for auction at Bonhams Cars’ The Audrain Auction on October 3 with an estimated value of up to $180,000, this 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 represents the pinnacle of the final front-engine generation. Powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter LT5 V8 topped with a 2.65-liter blower, the ZR1 delivers 755 horsepower...
At Island Dragway, two icons of American performance squared off in a quarter-mile drag race captured by the folks from ImportRace on YouTube. In one lane stood Chevrolet’s Corvette E-Ray, the first hybrid in Corvette history. It pairs a 6.2-liter V8 with an electric motor driving the front axle, creating...
This custom 1965 Chevrolet Corvette coupe, currently offered for sale on Bring a Trailer, was commissioned by Slate Performance Automotive of Indianapolis in 2023, inspired by the C7 Corvette ZR1. Built on a Roadster Shop SPEC7-series chassis, the car features a 3-inch rear widebody, Penske Racing adjustable coilovers, Baer Extreme...
The final front-engine Corvette, the C7 ZR1, marked the end of an era with staggering performance. Powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter LT5 V8, it produced 755 horsepower and 715 lb-ft of torque, launching from 0–60 mph in 3 seconds and running the quarter mile in 10.8 seconds at 135 mph....
The folks from The Fast Lane Car on YouTube recently lined up a 1994 Dodge Viper and the modern mid-engined Corvette C8. Both finished in red, both unapologetically loud, but separated by 30 years of engineering. The matchup posed a simple question—could raw, old-school muscle still hang with cutting-edge technology?...
The Chevrolet Corvette has always been a favorite among privateer racers, and this 1963 Stingray “Split-Window” Coupe is a prime example of that tradition. Chassis 30837S114119 was delivered new in Sebring Silver with a Red interior and the optional L76 340-hp V8. First owned by Bruce Benninger of Stockton, California,...
Few decades in automotive history were as exciting for American performance cars as the early 1990s. It was a time when manufacturers were pushing boundaries, experimenting with wild designs, and building machines that quickly became legends. On one side, Dodge shocked the world with the bare-knuckled Viper RT/10—a car that...
When people call the C8 Corvette a supercar bargain, it raises an interesting question—how much performance are you really getting for the price? To find out, the team from The Fast Lane Car on YouTube lined up a $70,000 used 2020 C8 Corvette against a brand-new Mercedes-AMG GT63, a car...
ImportRace on YouTube captured yet another awesome showdown between two iconic American sports cars: a C8 Corvette and a Dodge Viper. The stock C8 is already a strong performer with 495 horsepower coming from its 6.2L V8 engine. However, this particular example boasts some serious upgrades—likely a twin-turbo or supercharger...
The launch of the second-generation Corvette in 1963 marked a turning point for Chevrolet. Beyond introducing independent rear suspension and a bespoke chassis, the C2 was defined by a bold new design that set trends across the automotive world. At its core was Chevrolet’s fully developed 327 cubic-inch small-block V8,...
The Chevrolet Corvette has long been a symbol of American performance, rivaling Europe’s best with speed, design, and engineering. The C8 generation transformed the Corvette into a true supercar with its mid-engine layout, unlocking unprecedented performance. At the top of this evolution is the new ZR1, the most extreme iteration...
Tucked along the Tennessee–North Carolina border, the Tail of the Dragon is an 11-mile stretch of U.S. Route 129 that has gained worldwide fame for its 318 curves. Recognized as one of the most challenging and exhilarating roads, it draws drivers and riders seeking a pure, technical, and thrilling mountain...
In 2012, Chevrolet celebrated its 100th anniversary with the Corvette Centennial Edition, a special package available across the Corvette lineup. All examples were finished in Carbon Flash Metallic with Satin Black graphics, complemented by Satin Black multi-spoke alloy wheels highlighted with thin red accent stripes and Centennial Edition center caps....
Chevrolet marked the Corvette’s 70th anniversary with the debut of the Corvette E-Ray, the first all-wheel-drive and hybrid-powered model in the car’s storied history. Positioned against the latest generation of hybrid supercars, the E-Ray takes a different approach with its non–plug-in setup: a 160-horsepower electric motor drives the front wheels...
Introduced in 1963, the second-generation Corvette Sting Ray combined striking looks with performance capable of rivaling the world’s best. Its handling set new standards, thanks to a redesigned chassis featuring the first fully independent suspension on a Corvette, developed under the guidance of engineering chief Zora Arkus-Duntov. Chevrolet engineers continued...
Corvette fans were thrilled when the high-performance ZR1 returned in 2019 as the ultimate evolution of the front-engine, rear-wheel-drive seventh-generation Corvette. Equipped with a supercharged 6.2L V-8 producing 755 horsepower, the ZR1 could sprint from 0–60 mph in just 3 seconds and reach a 212 mph top speed. Aerodynamic upgrades...
The folks from The Fast Lane Car on YouTube lined up a 1994 Dodge Viper against a modern C8 Corvette in a series of quarter-mile drag races at a mile above sea level, pitting old-school American muscle against the latest in sports car engineering. In the first race, the C8...
Finished in Shadow Gray Metallic, this 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is listed on Bring a Trailer with just 3,880 miles on the odometer. Long regarded as the flagship of the Corvette lineup, the 2019 ZR1 set a new benchmark for performance. Its supercharged and intercooled 6.2-liter LT5 V8 delivers 755...
ImportRace on YouTube captured another quarter-mile battle at Island Dragway, this time featuring three very different performance machines: a Chevrolet Corvette Z06, a Ford Mustang GT, and an Audi V8T. The Corvette Z06 from the C7 generation brought the most power to the strip, packing a supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V8...
After showcasing the C8 ZR1 in multiple drag races on his YouTube channel, DragTimes host Brooks Weisblat finally had the chance to drive the new 2025 Corvette ZR1. The car is powered by a hand-built 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged LT7 V8 with a flat-plane crank, producing 1,064 horsepower and 828 lb-ft of...
Regarded as the finest of the second-generation Corvettes, the 1967 model year was carried over after delays in the development of the third-generation Mako Shark design. Subtle refinements gave it a cleaner, more sophisticated appearance, highlighted by five smaller front-fender vents and the exclusive stinger hood on big-block cars. Chevrolet...
Corvette enthusiasts were thrilled when the legendary track-focused Z06 returned to the lineup in 2023, elevating the marque’s performance credentials. At its core is the 5.5-liter LT6 V-8, a hand-built engine producing 670 horsepower with a high-revving flat-plane crank design. Currently the most powerful naturally aspirated V-8 in production, it...
After the groundbreaking arrival of the eighth-generation Corvette—marking the long-awaited shift to a mid-engine platform and introducing a flat-plane crankshaft V8—the Corvette E-Ray made its debut for 2024. Positioned against the wave of modern hybrid supercars, the E-Ray takes a different route. Instead of plug-in charging, it pairs a front-mounted...
The Corvette Stingray name first appeared in 1963, but it disappeared after 1976. It returned with the C8 in 2020, marking the first mid-engine Corvette. By 2022, Chevrolet began expanding the lineup, introducing special editions like the Stingray R—a package inspired by the C8.R race car. This example is finished...
This 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 convertible, finished in triple black with matching paint, top, and interior, is listed on Bring a Trailer with just 6,000 miles on the odometer. It is powered by a supercharged 6.2L LT5 V8 paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing 755 horsepower and 715 lb-ft...
In the early 2000s, Chevrolet revived the long-dormant Z06 option code for a new performance-focused Corvette. Originally introduced in 1963 as a discreet competition package, it came back in 2001 on the C5 generation with more power, upgraded suspension, and a lighter, stiffer body. Later Z06 models drew heavily from...
DragTimes on YouTube has returned with another head-to-head showdown featuring the C8 Corvette ZR1. In earlier matchups at Orlando Speed World, the ZR1 went up against the Lamborghini Revuelto, Tesla Model S Plaid, and Porsche 911 Turbo S. Now, it’s lining up against a modified McLaren 750S making 1,000-hp, and...
