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Book SynopsisThis revised reprint of a classic title covers the history and development of the racing Corvettes, from the car's beginnings in the 1950s with just 250 horsepower, through the Corvette GTP of the 1980s, with over 1000 horsepower, and on to 1996 when 4th generation cars give way to the 5th generation. Included are many interviews with the drivers who raced these exciting, weighty and always fast cars, including John Greenwood, Dick Gulstrand, Jerry Grant and `Fast' Phil Curring, amongst others. The book is illustrated with many quality photographs, supplied by General Motors and well-known motoring photographers; it also contains detailed specifications of the production cars, and road test reports.
Trade Reviewan excellent read ... If you have an interest in the racing side of Corvette history and missed this book when it was originally available, now would be a good time to get yourself a copy. Vettel News -- A must for the library! corvette nom.tumblr.com -- This is an easy to read, concise presentation with significant photos about one of the most significant sports car maques and it's racing history. Victory Lane. With a fine photo selection within its 182 pages, this is a very good read for Corvette enthusiasts who missed out when the book was first published--New Zealand Classic Car
Table of ContentsForeword Introduction 1. The Early Years 1953 to 1962 2. The Sting Ray Era 1963 to 1967 3. Mainly Big Blocks 1965 to 1983 4. New Shape, New Beginning 1984 to 1996 5. Racer's Return - The C5 & C5-R 1997 to 2002 6. Drag Racing Corvettes Appendices I - The Production Cars II Homologation Papers III Greenwood Corvettes IV Corvette Experimental Cars
