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As the 1965 model year approached, the design team behind the Chevy Corvette continued to refine the overall design of the C2 Sting Ray, making only minor cosmetic changes in the process. Instead, the focus for the second-generation’s third year centralized on some significant mechanical upgrades that would vastly improve the Corvette’s already impressive handling and drivability.
At the same time, 1965 would also mark the beginning of the end of the second-generation Corvette as Zora Arkus-Duntov and Bill Mitchell each began championing the effort to develop a third-generation Corvette, although each would bring with him a different interpretation of what that next-generation car would be.
Duntov’s group was actively seeking out ways to develop a mid- or rear-engine Corvette that was synonymous with cars like Porsche’s mid-engine Carrera GTS coupe. By contrast, Mitchell’s team had a different vision, one that would be fully realized in the development of the Mako II Concept vehicle, a car that would eventually become known as one of the most famous concept vehicles of all time.
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While the company had repeatedly attempted to produce a transaxle that was able to withstand the torque of a high-power V-8 engine, the design and the tooling expenses required to develop one that would be used only in a low-volume model would have sent Corvette prices skyrocketing beyond control. Still, it was decided that if General Motors could not entice consumers with a car that provided leading-edge technology, then Mitchell and company would introduce them to a car that had exotic styling.
1965 Corvette Special Editions
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One of just 41 Big Tank Corvette Coupes produced in 1965 is currently available for auction on Bring A Trailer....
From 2014-2020, a thorough restoration was carried out on this 1965 Chevrolet C2 Corvette. As part of this process, the vehicle was given a fresh coat of standard GM Black paint, and the interior was entirely reupholstered with new red leather seats, digital instrumentation, and a custom sound system. The...
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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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