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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-01-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 626
Posted By vettecpl98

A Memory of John Fitch

Hi All. My latest article, A memory of John Fitch: What do you say to your heroes?, is about a chance encounter I had with the legendary John Fitch at Corvettes at Carlisle in 2003 and may be viewed...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
11-01-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,107
Posted By vettecpl98

New article about the C7 introduction

Hi All.

My latest article (http://www.examiner.com/article/corvette-c7-debuts-at-north-american-international-auto-show) is about the C7 Corvette and its upcoming unveiling at the North American...
Forum: C3 General
09-30-2012, 07:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,695
Posted By vettecpl98

As I understand the circumstances, the cars were...

As I understand the circumstances, the cars were ordered through Jim Rathmann Chevrolet in Melbourne FL. Jim Rathmann was the 1960 Indy 500 winner and the owner of the Chevrolet dealership that was...
Forum: C3 General
09-29-2012, 10:43 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,695
Posted By vettecpl98

1969 Corvettes of Apollo XII astronauts

Corvettes have been associated with America's space program ever since Alan Shepard's first manned space flight in 1961. :flag:

However, the only astronauts to have identical, specially painted...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-09-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 532
Posted By vettecpl98

Corvette Racing at Le Mans 2012

My latest article about the trials and tribulations faced by Corvette Racing at Le Mans this year may be viewed here...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
04-30-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 624
Posted By vettecpl98

New Article About Truly Unique C6s

Hi all. My latest article is about truly unique, one-of-a-kind C6s and may be viewed here (http://www.examiner.com/article/n2a-motors-plastic-surgeons-for-your-corvette).

Enjoy!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-23-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,242
Posted By vettecpl98

GM concept car: A 4-seat SWC

The General was contemplating a 4-seat SWC for 1963 and went so far as to build a prototype. If you're interested, please see my article about this concept car and other family sized Corvettes here...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
12-03-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,577
Posted By vettecpl98

New Article about the C7

Hi all. I've just written a new article (http://www.examiner.com/corvette-in-national/seventh-generation-corvette-the-new-stingray) about the C7 and tried to sift the facts from the rampant rumors. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-16-2011, 05:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 274
Posted By vettecpl98

New Article about the Corvette powered British made Gordon-Keeble GT

Hi All.

I hear you saying "What the heck is a Gordon-Keeble?" It was a British built 2+2 GT made between 1964 and 1966 and powered by the 327 Corvette engine supplied by GM. Only 100 were made...
Forum: C5 General
08-20-2011, 10:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By vettecpl98

New Article About Modern Corvettes With Legendary Looks

Hi all. I recently posted another article – this one about a company that can make your C5 or C6 look a bit different than all the rest. The article may be viewed here...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-17-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 811
Posted By vettecpl98

Thanks for the kind comments. Obviously I write...

Thanks for the kind comments. Obviously I write these articles because I enjoy doing them, but it means a great deal when others enjoy them also.:woohoo:

For Bevo Z06 and anyone else who may want...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
06-17-2011, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 811
Posted By vettecpl98

New Article About Corvettes Wins at Le Mans

Hi all. By now most of you know that Corvette Racing snagged first place in the GTE-Pro class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. What some may not know is that the French team Larbre Competition also took...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-31-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,973
Posted By vettecpl98

Showstopping 1995 Corvette

Hi All. Just a quick update to let you know that Emilie received her Regional NCRS Top Flight award last weekend. She scored 4,431 points out of a possible 4,510. :woohoo:

Thanks again to all of...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-05-2011, 11:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,973
Posted By vettecpl98

Showstopping 1995 Corvette: A fiberglass fountain of youth

Corvette Forum rules!!

As you may remember from the article, one of the things the owner was missing was an original handbrake instruction sheet that was placed over the handbrake when the car...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-19-2011, 07:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,973
Posted By vettecpl98

Showstopping 1995 Corvette

Thanks for the comments about the 1/4 mile time. I rechecked my notes and I could not independently verify the time that I put in the article so it has been removed.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-18-2011, 04:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,973
Posted By vettecpl98

Showstopping 1995 Corvette Coupe

Hi all. My latest article about a showstopping 1995 coupe owned and maintained by the proverbial "little old lady" can be viewed here (http://tinyurl.com/3sefajp).

Enjoy! :yesnod:

Let me...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
03-29-2011, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 361
Posted By vettecpl98

New C6 Corvette article on line

Hi all. I've written a new article about the Ron Fellows Championship C6 Corvette which can be viewed here...
Forum: C5 General
02-27-2011, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,822
Posted By vettecpl98

2004 Corvette Z06 Commemorative Edition

Dear Spelling Police:

Correction has been made. Thanks for your sharp eye! :lol:
Forum: C5 General
02-26-2011, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,822
Posted By vettecpl98

2004 LeMans Commemorative Editions

Hi All.

I've written an article about the 2004 LeMans Commemorative Editions of the C5. The article can be viewed here...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-09-2011, 05:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,570
Posted By vettecpl98

1988 Corvette 35th anniversary edition

Are there any convertible 35th tributes?

The 35th anniversary option package (RPO Z01) was offered only on coupes.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-01-2011, 01:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,570
Posted By vettecpl98

1988 Corvette 35th Anniversary Edition

Hi All:

I recently posted an article about the '88 Corvette 35th anniversary edition which can be viewed here...
Forum: C3 General
08-02-2010, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By vettecpl98

Question re 78 Pace Car Seats

For the 78 Pace Car, Corvette offered trim code 15C in which the center portions of the seats and the backs were cloth instead of leather. The door panels also had a matching cloth portion.

Does...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
07-30-2010, 12:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 851
Posted By vettecpl98

Original, mint condition 78 Pace Car for sale

I am forced to sell my original, mint condition ’78 Pace Car. It is powered by an L82 350 with 220 hp and has all of the Pace Car goodies: AC, alarm, alloy wheels, AM/FM Stereo with CB radio,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-30-2010, 12:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 281
Posted By vettecpl98

Corvettes at LeMans 1960

I just published an article on Corvette's first appearance at the 24 Hours of LeMans in 1960. The article can be viewed here...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
06-23-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 546
Posted By vettecpl98

Stolen 1996 Grand Sport

Grand Sport #947 was stolen in North Miami Beach, FL on 6/10/10. It would be appreciated if everyone would keep eyes and ears open for any information. The VIN and contact information can be viewed...
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