Coming to us from a collection of first rate cars near Lake Constance; this Corvette is a rare 50th anniversary edition & has covered just 30, 000 KMS from new. A few suspension refinements were made for 1964. The convertible is jauntier than ever in the ’63 vette. Days Listed. Now, fans have a shot at owning this pretty little droptop with a donation to the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum. The fuel injected engine also gained 15 horsepower (11 kilowatts), bringing its total to 375 hp (280 kW), but at a then-hefty $538.00. $8.99 The spare tire was located at the rear in a drop-down fiberglass housing beneath the gas tank (which now held 20 US gal (76 l; 17 imp gal) instead of 16 US gal (61 l; 13 imp gal). 1963 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale. The latter might ordinarily imply a choppier ride, but the altered weight distribution partly compensated for it. 1 product rating - 1963-1967 Corvette Convertible Soft Top Frt Bow/ Hardtop Front Inner W/S 3846179. In the meantime, subscribe to GM Authority for more Chevrolet Corvette news, Chevrolet news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 360 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM 352 lb ft torque @ 4,000 RPM 1/4-mile: 14.9 seconds @ 95 MPH* Specifications PRICE Base Price: $4,252.00 Price as Profiled: $5,969.70 Options on Car Profiled: Z06 Special Performance Equipment, $1,293.35; 36.5-gallon gas tank, $202.30; 6.70 x 15 white sidewall tires, $31.55; AM/FM radio, $174.35; tinted glass, $16.15 . Sales of the 1964 Sting Ray reached 22,229 -— another new Corvette record, if up only a little from banner-year 1963. The XP-720 sought to deliver improved passenger accommodation, more luggage space, and superior ride and handling over previous Corvettes. On the other hand, only 278 buyers specified the $421.80 air conditioning; leather upholstery – a mere $80.70 – was ordered on only 1,114 cars. The Corvette is a total restyle based on Bill Mitchell’s 1959 Sting Ray race car. Further, the light touching kept the rotors clean and did not diminish pad life, which was, in fact, quite high: a projected 57,000 mi (92,000 km) for the front brakes and about twice that distance for the rear binders. May 16, 2014 - Sold* at Orange County 2012 - Lot #64.2 1963 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE [35], Chassis #004 is part of the Miles Collier Collection on display at The Revs Institute in Naples, Florida. The last was quite rare in production, however.[8]. Thanks for stopping by to look at this very special 1963 Corvette convertible located in CALIFORNIA. [31], The cars were driven by famed contemporary race drivers such as Roger Penske, A. J. Foyt, Jim Hall, and Dick Guldstrand among others. Sell your Corvette Fast for only $19.95 until sold. Ohio Corvettes and Muscle Cars. We'll send you one email per day with the latest GM updates. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible - 81,640 mi. It certainly did not reflect a fall-off in the car's popularity, however. Finally GM had a proper no-excuses sports car on its hands. Great Prices. Fiberglass outer panels were retained, but the Sting Ray emerged with nearly twice as much steel support in its central structure as the 1958–62 Corvette. Classifieds for 1963 to 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. The front coil springs were changed from constant-rate to progressive or variable-rate and were more tightly wound at the top, while leaf thickness of the rear transverse spring was also altered thus providing a more comfortable ride with no sacrifice in handling. The independent rear suspension created by Duntov was derived from the CERV I concept, and included a frame-mounted differential with U-jointed half-shafts tied together by a transverse leaf spring. Production started for the 1963 model year and ended in 1967. 1963 was a watershed year for the Corvette. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the GM Motorama in 1953 as a concept and was followed ten years later by the 1963 second generation, in coupe and convertible styles. The convertible's optional hardtop was offered with a black vinyl cover, which was a fad among all cars at the time. 2004 Corvette C5 Convertible 50th Anniversary edition. Imagine it's 1963 and this Corvette has just hit the market. The 1966 model's frontal appearance was mildly altered with an eggcrate grille insert to replace the previous horizontal bars, and the coupe lost its roof-mounted extractor vents, which had proven inefficient. $35,900. Chevy added more sound insulation and revised body and transmission mounts for the 1964 Corvette. Used Corvettes For Sale .com Chevy Corvette Classifieds. The transverse spring was bolted to the rear of the differential case. In 1963 Corvette stepped out with a new and exhilarating look, the Corvette Sting Ray. You can also subscribe without commenting. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 1963 was the first year of the second generation (C2) Corvette. Now Open To The Public. So were Al-Fin brake drums, which not only provided faster heat dissipation (and thus better fade resistance) but less unsprung weight. It also fitted additional bushings to quiet the shift linkage and placed a new boot around the lever. The magazine also recorded better than 18 miles per gallon at legal highway speeds and 14.1 mpg overall. Although the factory advertised L88 rating was 430 bhp at 4600 rpm, the true rating was said to be about 560 bhp at 6400 rpm. Pre-Owned. A more efficient alternator replaced the old-fashioned generator. The added 2 digits distinguish between coupe and convertible body style. All five cars have survived and are in private collections. Power steering was previously only available with the lower 250 hp and 300 hp engines. For the 1966 Corvette, the big-block V8 came in two forms: 390 hp (290 kW) on 10.25:1 compression, and 425 bhp via 11:1 compression, larger intake valves, a bigger Holley four-barrel carburetor on an aluminum manifold, mechanical lifters, and four- instead of two-hole main bearing caps. Per pending federal regulation, there was also a dual master cylinder with separate fluid reservoirs (only on models with power brakes for 1965)[22] for the front and rear lines. Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2LT. Win a 1963 Corvette Sting Ray Fuelie Convertible! This 1963 Corvette convertible is powered by a numbers-matching 327ci L76 V8 mated to a four-speed manual transmission and a 3.70:1 rear end. Now, Corvette fans have a chance to put this gorgeous numbers-matching 1963 Chevy Corvette Sting Ray “Fuelie” Convertible in their garage via a … The closed Corvette did not outsell the open one until 1969, by which time the coupe came with a T-top featuring removable roof panels. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette $ 82,500 $ 1,431/mo* $ 1,431/mo* 2,565 miles. 87. Coupe volume dropped to 8304 units, but convertible sales more than compensated, rising to 13,925.[14][13]. In 1963 Chevrolet introduced its first all-new Corvette in a decade. Luggage space was improved as well, although due to the lack of an external trunklid, cargo had to be loaded behind the seats. The 1964 Corvette arrived with a new standard shock containing within its fluid reservoir a small bag of Freon gas that absorbed heat. Further prep was done by Mickey Thompson. By. Standard axle ratio for the three-speed manual or two-speed Powerglide automatic was 3.36:1. [26] The ultimate Corvette engine for 1967 was coded L88, even wilder than the L89, and was as close to a pure racing engine as Chevy had ever offered in regular production. Total swept area for the new system was 461 sq in (2,970 cm2), a notable advance on the 328 sq in (2,120 cm2) of the previous all-drum system. C4 Corvettes For Sale: The fourth generation C4 Corvette was the first complete redesign of the Corvette since 1963. 1963 Corvette ad featuring both the Coupe and the Convertible. This meant the cars needed to be prepared to a different set of rules, the same as those for the big Grand National stock cars. Subscribe to GM Authority Pinterest. These were also removed in 1964. 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001. Nevertheless, the coupe wouldn't sell as well again throughout the Sting Ray years. A full set of round gauges included a huge speedometer and tachometer. The very high compression ratio required 103-octane racing fuel, which was available only at select service stations. 73 Photos . The 300-bhp engine produced its extra power via a larger four-barrel carburetor (Carter AFB instead of the 250's Carter WCFB), plus larger intake valves and exhaust manifold. Besides the lightweight heads and bigger ports, it came with an even hotter camshaft, stratospheric 12.5:1 compression, an aluminum radiator, small-diameter flywheel, and a single huge Holley four-barrel carburetor. Both body styles were extensively evaluated as production-ready 3/8-scale models at the Caltech wind tunnel. [20]:77 After only 771 fuel injected cars were built in 1965, Chevrolet discontinued the option. (Canvas top windows are sewn in.) Riverside Red 1963 Corvette roadster with red interior and new black convertible top. The four-speed gearbox came with a 3.70:1 final drive, but 3.08:1, 3.55:1, 4.11:1, and 4.56:1 gearsets were available. Shop 1968 to 1982 C3 Corvette parts at Top Flight Automotive. When GM management eventually withdrew their support of the ban, Duntov and his colleagues created "RPO Z06" as a special performance equipment package for the Corvette. With values steadily increasing, this has the potential to be a sound long-term investment that will provide its owner with heaps of enjoyment into the bargain. Although transmission options remained ostensibly the same for 1964, the two Borg-Warner T-10 four-speeds gave way to a similar pair of gearboxes built at GM's Muncie, Indiana, transmission facility. We welcome your submissions. Wheel Base: 98 in. The cast aluminum knock-off wheels, manufactured for Chevy by Kelsey-Hayes, cost $322.80 a set, but few buyers checked off that option. Goodwood Green/Saddle interior/white top. Prices start at $58,900 for the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray coupe and $66,400 for the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray convertible. They reported a 0–60 mph in 5.8 seconds and a 14.5-second standing quarter-mile at 102 mph. The only engine option on the Z06 was the L84 327 cu in (5.4 L) engine using Rochester fuel injection. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, 4-speed transmission, air conditioning, corvette red with white top, new rear end wheel bearings, complete redo of rear suspension. Shock absorbers were conventional twin-tube units. 327cid/360hp FI L84 8-cyl. Sell Your Corvette $19.95. [30] Concerned about Ford and the Shelby Cobra, Duntov's program included plans to build 125 examples of the Corvette Grand Sport to allow the model to be homologated for international Grand Touring races. The 1963 Corvette would have been a landmark car even without its one-year-only styling gimmick, penned by legendary stylist Bill Mitchell. 1963 Corvette Stingray Roadster with 1970s Modifications 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Restored Speedster Coupe 1963 Corvette Convertible With 71,450 Miles For its third season, the 1965 Corvette Sting Ray further cleaned up style-wise and was muscled up with the addition of an all-new braking system and larger power plants. The 427 was available with a 1282 ft³/min (605 L/s) Rochester 3X2-barrel carburetors arrangement, which the factory called Tri-Power producing 435 bhp (441 PS; 324 kW) at 5800 rpm and 460 lb⋅ft (624 N⋅m) at 4000 rpm of torque. The vehicle's inner structure received as much attention as the aerodynamics of its exterior. Both required premium fuel on compression ratios well over 10.0:1, and they didn't have the rocket-like thrust of the 427s, but their performance was impressive all the same. A number of other lightweight components were utilized to reduce overall weight to about 800 pounds less than the production coupe. The split-window design is eliminated because it “intruded into the driver’s rearward vision.” 1965. Inside, the original color-keyed steering wheel rim was now done in simulated walnut. Though it had no more horsepower than the previous high-compression 396, the 427-cubic-inch (6,993 cc), 425 hp (317 kW) V8 packed a lot more torque – 460 lb⋅ft (624 N⋅m) vs. 415 lb⋅ft (563 N⋅m). Included in these was a collection of four small-block, 327C.I. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette - 14,732 mi. The half-shafts functioned like upper control arms. Production was divided almost evenly between the convertible and the new coupe – 10,919 and 10,594, respectively – and more than half the convertibles were ordered with the optional lift-off hardtop. The Sting Ray was also a somewhat lighter Corvette, so acceleration improved despite unchanged horsepower. Two sparkling new models, both positioning the way to a classic new concept in American sports car design, were introduced this year. $99.00. Original exterior color Daytona Blue with Blue interior. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster NUMBERS MATCHING !!! A number of items did carry over from the C1 Corvette.. Powell, Ohio: Michael Bruce Associates, Inc., 1999. Bolted to the frame rail at one end and to the relay rod at the other was a new hydraulic steering damper (essentially a shock absorber), which helped soak up bumps before they reached the steering wheel. For the first time in the Corvette's history, wind tunnel testing influenced the final shape, as did practical matters like interior space, windshield curvatures, and tooling limitations. “More than five decades since its inception the C2 Corvette stands as one of the most revered iconic and collectible cars of all time.”. V-8 engines, a trio of transmissions, and six axle ratios. Body panels were made of thinner fiberglass to reduce weight and the inner body structure 'birdcage' was aluminum rather than steel. Older restoration but shows well with minor flaws. Seller 100% positive. Showing 1.00 - 15.00 of 53.00 results. At first the package was available only on coupes, as the oversized tank would not fit in the convertible, although the rest of the Z06 option package was later made available on convertibles as well. 327cid/340hp 4bbl L76 8-cyl. All of the 1983 prototypes were destroyed or serialized to 1984 except one. Drivetrains were carried over from the previous generation, comprising four 327 cu in (5,360 cc) small block V8s, three transmissions, and six axle ratios. 6 watchers. [39][40] It was sold at Barrett-Jackson 2008 for 1.6 million dollars. As stated previously, this 1963 Corvette comes finished in Sebring Silver (941) and features the factory-concealed headlight assemblies, split-chrome bumpers and dual exhaust outlets exiting through the rear valance. The sweepstakes will close December 27th, 2021, at 3:00 PM EST, with a drawing at 4:00 PM EST the same day. - CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion", "The True HP of the 10 Most Powerful Classic Era Muscle Cars", "Muscle Car Horsepower – How Exaggerated Was It? $99.95 $89.95. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, restomod For Sale. C2 Corvettes For Sale - 1963-1967 Second Generation Chevy Corvettes at Corvette Trader Classifieds Among other changes, Thompson replaced the fiberglass Z06 "Big Tank" with an even larger 50 US gal (189.3 l; 41.6 imp gal) metal tank. 1963 Chevy Corvette Convertible - $72000 OBO. Only in the fall of 1960 did the designers turn their creative attention to a new version of the traditional Corvette convertible and, still later, its detachable hardtop. 1965 also added another 350 hp small block engine (Option L79) which used hydraulic rather than solid lifters, a milder camshaft and a modestly redesigned smaller oil pan. [9] Earl's inspiration was said to have been an Alfa Romeo coupe with a body by Scaglione shown at the 1954 Turin Auto Show. The solid-lifter unit was driven with a high-lift, long-duration camshaft to produce 365 hp (272 kW) and breathed through a big four-barrel Holley carburetor instead of the base engine's Carter unit. Conversely, power ratings in the sixties were done in SAE Gross Horsepower, which is measured on an engine without accessories or air filter or restrictive stock exhaust manifold, invariably giving a significantly higher rating than the engine actually produces when installed in the automobile. engine, Muncie 4 spd corvette transmission, 3:36 rear all #s matching. Additional features include turbine-style 15″ wheels with redline tires, power-assisted four-wheel drum brakes, and side pipes. [15] They were destined to compete in a different sort of race for sports cars, a NASCAR sanctioned event on the famous Daytona Oval, the Daytona 250 – American Challenge Cup. C $231,213.01. Ultimately, this spelled the end for the Rochester fuel injection system, as the carbureted 396ci/425hp option cost $292.70 to the fuel injected 327ci/375hp's $538.00. a 1963 Corvette Sting Ray Convertible - or - $30,000 in Cash. Five-louver fenders are unique; Big-Block hood bulge redesigned as a scoop; parking brake changed from pull-out under dash handle to lever mounted in center console; Solid lifter L88 427/430 would become most sought-after Corvette ever; only 20 were produced. The Z06 option cost an additional $1,818.45 over the base coupe price of $4,252. Whether you’re maintaining your mid-year Corvette or completing a full restoration, our selection of C2 Corvette Interior parts is unsurpassed. By the fall of 1959, elements of the Q-Corvette and the Sting Ray Special racer would be incorporated into experimental project XP-720, which was the design program that led directly to the production 1963 Corvette Sting Ray. The 1963 Corvette Sting Ray not only had a new design, but also newfound handling prowess. Previously, the optional racing parts were literally hidden in the order form so that only the most knowledgeable and perceptive customers could find them. The 360-hp Fuel Injection engine provides a larger volume aluminum manifold with improved ram pipes and warning buzzer for the tach. The Regular Production Option (RPO) was a GM internal ordering code designation. [33], Chassis 002 is a part of the permanent collection at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Silver 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, restomod LS2 V8 4 Speed Automatic For Sale. The frame was slightly stiffer than the 1963 Corvette production frame and was 94 lb (43 kg) lighter. The smaller oil pan allowed this high output small block 350hp engine to be ordered with optional Power Steering for the first time amongst the optional stable of higher output small block engines. We also occasionally carry C1 (1953-1962) and C2 (1963 … Factory Horsepower is rated at 340. $22,857 below avg. The Z06 package was first offered on the 1963 Corvette, and included:[28]. As before, both could be teamed with the Powerglide automatic, the standard three-speed manual, or either four-speed option. In 1963 Corvette stepped out with a new and exhilarating look, the Corvette Stingray. 1963 was also the first year for hideaway headlights on Corvettes. It would be 18 years until it returned. [32], Chassis #001 is owned by former banker and car collector Harry Yeaggy of Cincinnati, Ohio. If enthusiast publications liked the first Sting Ray, they loved the 1964, though some writers noted the convertible's tendency to rattle and shake on rough roads. The museum first opened its doors in 1974, and now, its offering Chevy Corvette fans a chance to win this ’63 droptop with a fundraising sweepstakes to support the non-profit museum. The subtle contour of the smoothly molded rear deck, a gleaming aluminium grille, retractable headlamps, and a sweeping hood-length wind split, add to the the appeal of this bold new Corvette. Four-wheel disc brakes were also introduced in 1965. In 1963 only 199 Z06 Corvettes were produced, usually reserved for racing, and of the 199 a total of six were specifically created for Le Mans racing by Chevrolet. We try to keep at least 70 Corvettes in stock at all times. IMPORTANT DETAILS: This beautiful Black 1963 Corvette Convertible has been reconfigured with some very nice modifications. The C2 was designed by Larry Shinoda (Pete Brock was also instrumental on the C2) under the direction of GM chief stylist Bill Mitchell. C2 Corvette VIN Explanation (1963 … He won a 1963 Sports Car Club of America race at Watkins Glen on August 24, 1963, driving Grand Sport 004. Your email address will not be published. Duntov first conceived of the Z06 in 1962. Duntov explored the mid/rear-engine layout with the lightweight, open-wheel, single-seat CERV I concept of 1959. This page was last edited on 27 April 2021, at 23:41. Also available for the first time ever on a Corvette was a special performance equipment package the RPO Z06, for $1,818.45. MENU World's Largest Classic and Exotic Car Sales Company. The car features turbine-style wheels wrapped in white-striped 205/75 Uniroyal tires. Exterior styling was purposeful, with peaked fenders, a long nose, and a short, bobbed tail. 327cid/250hp 4bbl L30 8-cyl. Uncluttered lines accented front and rear by trim wrap-around bumpers. Knock off wheels. 1 result for 1963 corvette convertible. 361 vehicles matched Now showing page 1 of 25. It was purchased for $4.2 million in 2002. Please whitelist our site in your adblocker, refresh the page, and enjoy! Each top comes with pads and straps made in Stayfast Canvas sewn in. Still an icon, this Corvette roadster offers a pretty big bang for the buck and it's impossible to go wrong with a pedigreed mid-year 'Vette. LS376 With 480 HP - Art Morrison Chassis with IRS. 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The car's standard transmission remained the familiar three-speed manual, though the preferred gearbox continued to be the Borg-Warner manual four-speed, changing over to the Muncie M20 during the 1963 model year, delivered with wide-ratio gears when teamed with the base and 300-bhp engines, and close-ratio gearing with the top two powerplants. WhatsApp . Nothing weird or modified. 1965 styling alterations were subtle, confined to a smoothed-out hood now devoid of scoop indentations, a trio of working vertical exhaust vents in the front fenders that replaced the previous nonfunctional horizontal "speedlines," restyled wheel covers and rocker-panel moldings, and minor interior trim revisions. For general Corvette information, see, Corvette 50th Anniversary by the Editors of Consumer Guide, "Enter To Win a 1963 Corvette Sting Ray "Fuelie" and a 2017 Lingenfelter Signature Edition Corvette! Front anti-roll bar with a 20% larger diameter, Power-assisted Al-Fin drums cooled by front air scoops and vented backing plates, Larger diameter shocks and springs — nearly twice as stiff as those on the standard Corvette. [30] Initially the Grand Sport project was known simply as "The Lightweight". 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z06 Riverside Red with White Stripes "American Muscle 30th Anniversary" 1/18 Diecast Model Car by Autoworld. This numbers-matching Chevy Corvette is draped in its original Riverside Red paint, and features a 327 cubic-inch V8 engine producing 360 horsepower at 6,000 and 352 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm when new. "Corvette Black Book 1953–2000". A very desirable American classic project car with lots of potential for restoration. General Motors debuted the second-generation C2 Chevy Corvette for the 1963 model year, introducing a smaller body with newly restyled body panels and the Sting Ray nameplate, plus a host of performance-adding specs and modernized equipment under the skin. We have a great red 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible here at Adventure Classics that has all the right iconic looks and has an upgraded Small Block Chevy Crate Blueprint Motor with a transferable warranty too. Truly an amazing car!! As costly as it was powerful – at an additional $1,500 over the base $4,240.75 price – the L88 engine and required options were sold to a mere 20 buyers that year. The digit order was also changed slightly. It goes without saying, but this particular Corvette is a rare one for sure. For around-the-clock GM news coverage. “The 1963 Corvette is a true icon of American motoring and one of the most recognizable shapes in automotive design,” the museum writes in its sweepstakes announcement. See, GM Stock Value Down 2 Percent During Week Of April 19 – April 23, 2021, Cadillac Is Phasing Out NFC Mobile Device Pairing, Win This 2021 C8 Corvette Z51 Convertible, Bronze Mist 1963 Buick LeSabre Convertible For Sale, Donate To The IMRRC, Get A Chance To Win A 2021 Corvette Convertible. The most powerful engine was the Rochester fuel injected engine. [21] Otherwise, the 350 hp engine was cosmetically and mechanically identical to the 365 hp engine (Option L76) solid lifter engine. Production hit 21,513 – split quite evenly between the new “roadster” and stunning coupe design from Larry Shinoda under the direction of Bill Mitchell, with the now infamous (and valuable) split rear window design. [23] Estimates of up to 450 hp (336 kW) for the 427 have been suggested as being closer to the truth. Chevy's small-block V8 – the most consistent component of past Corvette performance – was rated by the buff books to be even better in the Sting Ray. Length: 175 in. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. Your email address will not be published. These Corvettes came to be known as "Big Tanks" because the package initially replaced the 20 US gal (76 l; 17 imp gal) gas tank with a 36.5 US gal (138 l; 30 imp gal) tank for races such as Sebring and Daytona. 15 results per page. [16][18], New for the 1963 model year was an optional electronic ignition, the breakerless magnetic pulse-triggered Delcotronic, first offered by Pontiac on some 1963 models.[19]. Changes were again modest: Five smaller front fender vents replaced the three larger ones, and flat-finish rockers sans ribbing conferred a lower, less chunky appearance. [11] Rubber-cushioned struts carried the differential, which reduced ride harshness while improving tire adhesion, especially on rougher roads. Under the stinger hood you will find a new 350c.i. Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Top Key Features: Quality: Made to original specs, 100% fit guarantee. Thieves recently stole a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible belonging to a woman who desperately wants the car back, and not just because it’s worth a ton of cash. The drum brakes remained available, however, as a $64.50 credit option, but only 316 of the 23,562 Corvettes built that year came with drums. The split-window Corvette from that vintage is the Corvette, and it’s also why Rick Patel has to tell people all the time that his ’63 Sting Ray is “only” a convertible. The brakes had a four-piston design with two-piece calipers and cooling fins for the rotors. The car's rocker-panel trim lost some of its ribs and gained black paint between those ribs that remained; wheel covers were simplified; and the fuel filler/deck emblem gained concentric circles around its crossed-flags insignia. For those readers who don’t know, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum in Auburn, Indiana offers visitors a chance to see more than 140 classic, vintage, and antique vehicles, all of which are on display in the rescued ‘30s-era administration building of the Auburn Automobile Company. These Corvettes came to be known as the "Big Tanks" because the package initially had a 36.5-US-gallon (138 l; 30.4 imp gal) gas tank versus the standard 20-gallon for races such as Sebring and Daytona. The result was a more livable car for everyday transportation. Price. Considerably lighter than the old solid axle, the new rear suspension array delivered a significant reduction in unsprung weight, which was important since the 1963 model would retain the previous generation's outboard rear brakes. Although it was meant to be a redesign year, its intended successor the C3 was found to have some undesirable aerodynamic traits. 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