Mark Leofe Capayas, Author at CorvSport.com

Corvette Of The Day: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette GTP

The Chevrolet Corvette GTP was a GTP-class racing car that was raced in the IMSA GT Championship from 1984 to 1989. The car was developed by General Motors and Lola Cars International. Although, it bears the Chevrolet Corvette name, the car didn’t share any similarities with the Corvette. This exotic...

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Corvette Galleries

Corvette Of The Day: Hennessey HPE1200 C8 Corvette

No surprise that the C8 Corvette caught the team’s attention at Hennessey. It is, after all, one of the greatest American performance cars to have emerged in the modern era. Upgrades to the mid-engine Corvette include a new twin-turbo system and custom-built LT2 V8 engine. The HPE1200 C8 Corvette will...

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1999 – C5 Corvette

C5 Corvette Drag Races A ’98 Chevy Camaro Z28 & The Results Are Quite Close!

Filmed on a runway on Colorado, TFLclassics lined up a red 1999 C5 Corvette and green 1998 Camaro Z28 against each other which are both equipped with a 5.7-liter LS1 engine. However, the Camaro’s 5.7-liter LS1 engine was slightly detuned to produce 305 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque. The...

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Corvette Galleries

Corvette Of The Day: Pizzaman Dan’s Pepperoni Wrapped 1972 C3 Corvette

Dan Collier aka PizzaMan Dan enlisted his 1972 C3 Corvette and wrapped it with pepperoni as a rolling mascot for his family-owned business based in Ventura County, California. He mainly uses the car as his daily driver. Although what makes this car quite interesting is its unique exterior, this Corvette...

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C8 Corvette Z06

Here’s A How A C8 Z06 Sounds Like With Fabspeed High Flow Sport Cats

The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Z06‘s naturally-aspirated 5.5L LT6 engine will surely go down as one of the greatest engines of all time. However, when GM was designing this engine, they had to comply to noise restrictions and emissions laws. This is where aftermarket companies like Fabspeed comes in. Using...

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1965 - C2 Corvette

FOR SALE: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

Collecting Cars is proud to offer a striking 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible finished in Sunfire Yellow paintwork. The 1965 Corvette represented Chevrolet’s continued investment in the Corvette’s performance, with buyers able to choose from six different engines and three transmission options. Horsepower ranged from 250 hp in the base...

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Corvette Galleries

Corvette Of The Day: 2010 Superformance Corvette Grand Sport E-ROD

The Superformance Corvette Grand Sport E-Rod show car was introduced at the 2010 SEMA Show. Packing 556 supercharged horsepower, the E-ROD exemplified the extreme performance that rivals or even surpass the originals, while still meeting emissions standards. The E-ROD brings a modern level of driving ease and comfort to the...

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C8 Corvette Z06

C8 Corvette Z06 vs Audi R8 V10: Which Is Better?

Speed Phenom recently compared the all-new Z06 to an Audi R8 V10. The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is a sports car that is essentially a supercar thanks to its loud V8, mid-engine layout, and European-inspired bodywork. On the other hand, the Audi R8 V10 is another mid-engine sports car powered by...

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2019 - C7 Corvette

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Bring A Trailer is proud to offer this all black 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with just 4,300 miles on its odometer. The 2019 Corvette ZR1 was developed with the intent of building a super-car iteration of the Corvette that pushed the limits of the brand to the highest power output, greatest track...

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1971 - C3 Corvette

Corvette Of The Day: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray ZR2 Convertible

One of the rarest big-block Stingrays was the 454 ZR2 produced in just 1971. Only 12 of these LS6-equipped cars were produced and this one of only 2 ZR2 convertibles ever made, making it exceedingly rare. The ZR2 was similar in specification to the race-ready, all-aluminum ZL1 except it used...

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2013 – C6 Corvette

950-HP Corvette Lines Up Against A 920-HP Chevy Nova

Hoonigan’s This vs. That is a series that focuses on weird drag racing matchups and this time we have a face off against two different Chevys. We have a 2013 C6 Corvette powered by a 7-liter LSX V8 running a nitrous oxide injection, and a Vortech supercharger and is rated...

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For Sale

FOR SALE: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LS6 454/425

Live now on Bring A Trailer is a 1971 Chevrolet Corvette that’s one of the 188 units made for the model year that came equipped with the 454ci LS6 V8 engine. The C3 Corvette is finished in Classic White and features removable roof panels, twin front grilles, pop-up headlights, side...

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2019 - C7 Corvette

Corvette Of The Day: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Indy 500 Pace Car

For the 2019 running of the Indianapolis 500, Chevrolet announced that a Corvette Grand Sport Coupe would serve as the official pace car. The announcement that the 2019 Corvette would be leading the field as official pace car of the famous race was well-received by enthusiasts the world over. It...

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C8 Corvette Z06

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Takes On Multiple Porsche GT3 RS On A Racetrack!

In this recent video from YouTube channel, Speed Phenom, we get to see a C8 Z06 taking on multiple Porsche GT3 RS on the Buttonwillow Raceway in Southern California!...

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1959 - C1 Corvette

Corvette Of The Day: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette By Pogea Racing

In 2012, Pogea Racing unveiled perhaps one of the best first-generation Corvette restomods you’ll ever see. It’s also worth noting that this car was designed and built by a team of German engineers who had no prior experience working with American cars. Built for an unnamed customer, this C1 Corvette...

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1963 - C2 Corvette

Rescuing A 1963 Split Window Corvette And Turning It Into A Drag Racer

Finnegan’s Garage recently got a 1963 Chevrolet Split Window Corvette and instantly worked on turning it into a 6-second drag racer using a 711 ci Sonny Leonard powerplant. Watch the video to learn about the story behind this car and how he managed to get it....

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Corvette Galleries

Corvette Of The Day: 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition

Called the Z06 Carbon Limited Edition Corvette, this latest entry into the special-edition portion of the collector’s market was designed to celebrate Corvette’s 50th anniversary at LeMans. The Z06 Carbon Limited Edition Corvette featured the Z07 Performance Package, plus the introduction of a painted carbon fiber raised hood, a carbon fiber splitter...

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1988 – C4 Corvette

C4 Corvette vs C5 Corvette: Which Is Better?

Let’s join TFLclassics as they compare two Corvettes from different generations, a 1988 C4 and the 1999 C5, in a series of tests!...

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For Sale

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Live now on Bring A Trailer is a 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 that boasts only 14k miles from new. The car is finished in Blade Silver Metallic over Ebony leather upholstery and comes fitted with desirable features and upgrades that includes 3ZR Premium Equipment Group, a limited-slip differential, 19″ and...

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1962 - C1 Corvette

Stunning 1962 C1 Corvette Restomod By Timeless Kustoms

The Chevy Corvette is definitely a true American sports car ever since it was first introduced in 1953. It is also one of the most popular cars for builders to restore, modernize, or reimagine like the Corvette featured in this video. Recently, the guys from AutotopiaLA visited Timeless Kustoms, a...

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C8 Corvette Z06 GT3.R Corvette Galleries Corvette of the Day Racing

Corvette Of The Day: 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R

Based on the new C8 Corvette Z06, the Z06 GT3.R was developed to replace the C8.R in IMSA competition starting with the 2024 season and be available for purchase to racing teams. Although it is based on the design of the 2023 Corvette Z06, and continues to feature a 5.5L...

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C8 Corvette

C8 Corvette Stingray Tries To Beat The 2023 Corvette Z06 In A Drag Race!

The Chevrolet C8 Corvette shocked the world for being the first mid-engine version of the iconic American sports car when it was announced. Although many were a bit skeptical about the C8 Corvette, it still managed to won praise from many critics and automotive enthusiasts alike. With the C8 Z06...

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Corvette Galleries

Corvette Of The Day: 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8.R

Built to compete in IMSA’s GTLM class starting with the 2020 season is the Chevrolet Corvette C8.R. Chevrolet, working in cooperation with Pratt & Miller, began development of the mid-engine C8.R Corvette race car. The car, which was developed in parallel with the production vehicle, was developed to meet the homologation requirements of...

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1988 – C4 Corvette

1988 C4 Corvette Takes On A 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2

Filmed on an airstrip on a cold-weather day, a 1988 C4 Corvette challenges a 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 on a drag race. It’d be interesting to see which of these two classic modern sports car is the better value today!...

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Corvette L88 Corvette Videos

Jules Gounon Manages To Tame The L88 Greenwood Corvette

Here we have an onboard footage of Jules Gounon (a French professional racing driver) pushing the 750 horsepower Greenwood Corvette at the Classic 24 at Daytona in 2018. ...

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1959 - C1 Corvette

FOR SALE: Eye Catching 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie

Bring A Trailer is proud to offer a striking example of a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie. This C1 Fuelie is reportedly one of the 142 examples made for the 1959 model year that came with a heavy-duty suspension and ventilated drum brakes. The car recently received an NCRS Top Flight...

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C8 Corvette

Watch This C8 Corvette Being Pushed Hard At The Nürburgring

When the the all-new Mid-Engine Corvette was officially introduced, it did not disappoint! there is little doubt in anyone’s mind that the C8 is one of the best Corvettes ever produced by Chevrolet. There is little doubt in anyone’s mind that the 2020 Mid-Engine C8 is one of the best Corvettes ever produced by Chevrolet...

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1958 - C1 Corvette

FOR SALE: Refurbished 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

Live now on Bring A Trailer is a striking 1958 Chevrolet Corvette finished in red over a black interior. This example has been refurbished before it was acquired by its seller this year. Work on the car included repainting it, replacing the interior, and upgraded its frame and suspension as...

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C8 Corvette Z06

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Takes On The Iconic Ford GT

Today, we have an epic race between two American icons: Corvette and the Ford GT. These cars have etched their names in the automotive industry and will forever have a special place in the hearts of many car enthusiasts around the globe. The new Corvette Z06 comes with a 5.5L...

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C8 Corvette

Testing The 2020 C8 Corvette To Its Limits At Thunderhill West Racetrack

Many anticipated the arrival of the eighth-generation Corvette in 2020. After all, Chevrolet promised us with a new and much improved Corvette that borrows inspiration from European sports car. Indeed, the C8 Corvette proved worthy of its hype. With incredible price point, new design, eight-speed automatic, and a mid-engine setup...

The Corvette Was Not Born a Sports Car

How Callaway’s Sledgehammer Hit 254 MPH and Drove Home

Is the C6 Corvette Still a Good Value? It Depends Which One You Want

Corvette Of The Day: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette GTP

Corvette Of The Day: Hennessey HPE1200 C8 Corvette

C5 Corvette Drag Races A ’98 Chevy Camaro Z28 & The Results Are Quite Close!

Corvette Of The Day: Pizzaman Dan’s Pepperoni Wrapped 1972 C3 Corvette

Here’s A How A C8 Z06 Sounds Like With Fabspeed High Flow Sport Cats

FOR SALE: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

Corvette Of The Day: 2010 Superformance Corvette Grand Sport E-ROD

C8 Corvette Z06 vs Audi R8 V10: Which Is Better?

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Corvette Of The Day: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray ZR2 Convertible

950-HP Corvette Lines Up Against A 920-HP Chevy Nova

FOR SALE: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LS6 454/425

Corvette Of The Day: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Indy 500 Pace Car

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Takes On Multiple Porsche GT3 RS On A Racetrack!

Corvette Of The Day: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette By Pogea Racing

Rescuing A 1963 Split Window Corvette And Turning It Into A Drag Racer

Corvette Of The Day: 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition

C4 Corvette vs C5 Corvette: Which Is Better?

FOR SALE: Low Mileage 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Stunning 1962 C1 Corvette Restomod By Timeless Kustoms

Corvette Of The Day: 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R

C8 Corvette Stingray Tries To Beat The 2023 Corvette Z06 In A Drag Race!

Corvette Of The Day: 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8.R

1988 C4 Corvette Takes On A 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2

Jules Gounon Manages To Tame The L88 Greenwood Corvette

FOR SALE: Eye Catching 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie

Watch This C8 Corvette Being Pushed Hard At The Nürburgring

FOR SALE: Refurbished 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Takes On The Iconic Ford GT

Testing The 2020 C8 Corvette To Its Limits At Thunderhill West Racetrack

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