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Classic Corvettes

CORVETTE ‘C2’ (1963-1967)

his was the car that introduced the pointy-nosed looks that have come to define the Corvette, as well as the first to feature pop-up headlamps and the first to use the distinctive transverse leaf spring independent rear suspension. It also introduced the ‘Sting Ray’ name to the Corvette, which was applied to the entire ‘C2’ series in a nod to its aquatic looks. More power, a shorter wheelbase, quicker steering and new suspension meant that despite being heavier than the

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