1963 to 1967

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ENGINE-
Type- 327 cubic inch V-8
Horsepower- 250@4400rpm standard, L75- 300, L76- 340,
and L84- 360 (FI)
Compression Ratio- 10.5 to 1
Carburetor- four barrel, and fuel injection optional
TRANSMISSION- 3 speed manual standard, 4 speed manual and
2 speed auto optional
SHIPPING WEIGHT- 2859 lbs (coupe) 2882 (convertible)
PRODUCTION TOTAL- 21,513 (10,594 coupes) (10,919 convertibles)
FACTORY PRICE- $4257 (coupe) $4037 (convertible)
CHASSIS DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase- 98 inches
Overall length- 175.2 inches
Front tread- 56.8 inches
Rear tread- 57.6 inches
Tires- 6.70X15
1963 CORVETTE OPTIONS
Automatic Transmission ($199.10)
4 speed manual transmission ($188)
300 horsepower L75 ($53.80)
340 horsepower L76 ($107.60)
360 horsepower L84 fuel injected engine($484)
Posi-traction ($43.05)
Off-road exhaust ($37.70)
RPO Z06 performance package including: metallic brakes,
heavy duty shocks, stabilizers, knock off aluminum wheels,
positraction, four speed manual,
and 360 horsepower fuel injected motor ($1,818)
Metallic brakes ($37.70)
Power brakes ($43.05)
Power steering ($73.35)
Air conditioning ($421.80)
Sebring silver paint ($80.70
Woodgrain steering wheel ($16.15)
Aluminum knock-off wheels ($322.80)
Detachable hardtop ($236.75)
Transistor radio- ($137.75) AM/FM ($174)
Tinted windshield ($10.80) Tinted glass ($16.15)
Leather seat trim ($80.70)
Whitewall tires ($31.55)
Blackwall nylon tires ($15.70)
Power windows ($59.20)




HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES- The Corvette received totally new styling for '63. The headlights were hidden in an electrically operated panel. This was more than a gimmick as it added to the cars aerodynamic design. Front fender louvers, vents on the roof side panels and ribbed rocker panel molding were styling features used on the sides of the new Corvette. The interior had circular gauges with black faces. There was storage space under the seats. Among the standard equipment was: Windshield washer and defroster, cigarette lighter and safety belts. Seven exterior colors were offered: black, white, silver, silver blue, Daytona Blue, red, and tan. Only 1.3% this year were optioned with A/C. 83.5% came with 4 speeds. Seven colors were available: Black, white, silver, silver blue, Daytona blue, red, and tan. An L84 equipped 1963 Corvette could do 0-60 in 5.9 seconds.

[fatherlarry]

ENGINE-
Type- 327 cubic inch V-8
Horsepower- 250@4400rpm standard, L75- 300, L76- 365,
and L84- 375 (FI)
Compression Ratio- 10.5 to 1
Carburetor- four barrel, and fuel injection optional
TRANSMISSION- 3 speed manual standard, 4 speed manual
and 2 speed auto optional
SHIPPING WEIGHT- 2945 lbs (coupe) 2960 (convertible)
PRODUCTION TOTAL- 23,229 (8304 coupes) (14,925 convertibles)
FACTORY PRICE- $4252 (coupe) $4037 (convertible)
CHASSIS DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase- 98 inches
Overall length- 175.2 inches
Front tread- 56.8 inches
Rear tread- 57.6 inches
Tires- 6.70X15
1964 CORVETTE OPTIONS
Automatic Transmission ($199.10)
4 speed manual transmission ($188)
300 horsepower L75 ($53.80)
365 horsepower L76 ($107.60)
375 horsepower L84 fuel injected engine($538)
Posi-traction ($43.50)
Off-road exhaust ($37.70)
Special brake and suspension package ($629.50)
Transistor ignition system ($73.75)
36 gallon fuel tank (coupe only) ($202.30)
Metallic brakes ($37.70)
Power brakes ($43.05)
Power steering ($73.35)
Air conditioning ($421.80)
Aluminum knock-off wheels ($322.80)
Detachable hardtop ($236.75)
AM/FM radio ($176)
Tinted windshield ($10.80) Tinted glass ($16.15)
Leather seat trim ($80.70)
Whitewall Rayon tires ($31.85)
Blackwall nylon tires ($15.70)
Backup lights ($10.80)
Power windows ($59.20)




HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES- The styling was cleaned up a bit for 1964. The distinctive rear window divider of '63 was replaced by a solid piece of glass. The fake hood vents were also eliminated. 7 colors were available for the exterior finish: Black, white, tan, Daytona Blue, silver blue, silver, and red. 11.9% were sold with automatics, 3.2% sold with 3 speeds and 85.7% were sold with 4 speeds. An L84 equipped '64 would go from 0-100 in 14.7 seconds.

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ENGINE-
Type- 327 cubic inch V-8, 396 cubic inch V-8 optional
Horsepower- 250@4400rpm standard, L75- 300, L79- 350,
L76- 365, L84- 375 (FI), and L78- 425
Compression Ratio- 10.5 to 1
Carburetor- four barrel, and fuel injection optional
TRANSMISSION- 3 speed manual standard, 4 speed manual
and 2 speed auto optional
SHIPPING WEIGHT- 2945 lbs (coupe) 2960 (convertible)
PRODUCTION TOTAL- 23,562 (8186 coupes) (15,376 convertibles)
FACTORY PRICE- $4252 (coupe) $4037 (convertible)
CHASSIS DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase- 98 inches
Overall length- 175.2 inches
Front tread- 56.8 inches
Rear tread- 57.6 inches
Tires- 7.75X15
1965 CORVETTE OPTIONS
Automatic Transmission ($199.10)
4 speed manual transmission ($188) close ratio ($237)
300 horsepower L75 ($53.80)
350 horsepower L79 ($107.60)
365 horsepower L76 ($129.15)
375 horsepower L84 fuel injected engine($538)
425 horsepower L78 396 cubic inch big block ($292.70)
Posi-traction ($43.50)
Off-road exhaust ($37.70)
Side mounted exhaust ($134.50)
Special brake and suspension package ($629.50)
Transistor ignition system ($73.75)
36 gallon fuel tank (coupe only) ($202.30)
Power brakes ($43.05)
Power steering ($73.35)
Air conditioning ($421.80)
Aluminum knock-off wheels ($322.80)
Detachable hardtop ($236.75)
AM/FM radio with power antenna ($203)
Teakwood steering wheel ($48.15)
Telescoping steering wheel ($43.85)
Tinted windshield ($10.80) Tinted glass ($16.15)
Leather seat trim ($80.70)
Whitewall Rayon tires ($31.85)
Goldwall tires ($51)
Backup lights and inside mirror ($16.15)
Power windows ($59.20)




HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES- Three functional vertical front fender louvers, a blacked out horizontal bar grill and different rocker panel molding were the main styling changes for 1965. Standard equipment included: tachometer, safety belts, heater and defroster, windshield washer, outside rearview mirror, dual exhaust, electric clock, carpteting, manually operated soft top and sun visors. Eight exterior colors were available- Black, white, yellow, red, blue, green, silver and maroon. 89.6% of 1965 Vettes had the 4 speed. 8.6% had a Powerglide 2 speed automatic. 69.5% came with tinted glass, 10.3% had A/C, and 13.7% came with power steering. The big block was put into the Corvette for the first time this year in 396 cubic inch form. An L78 would go from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds and 0-100 in 13.4 seconds.

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ENGINE-
Type- 327 cubic inch V-8, 427 cubic inch V-8 optional
Horsepower- 300@5000rpm standard, L79- 350, L39-390, L72- 425
Compression Ratio- 10.5 to 1
Carburetor- four barrel,
TRANSMISSION- 3 speed manual standard, 4 speed manual and
2 speed auto optional
SHIPPING WEIGHT- 2945 lbs (coupe) 2960 (convertible)
PRODUCTION TOTAL- 27,720 (9958 coupes) (17,762 convertibles)
FACTORY PRICE- $4295 (coupe) $4084 (convertible)
CHASSIS DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase- 98 inches
Overall length- 175.2 inches
Front tread- 56.8 inches
Rear tread- 57.6 inches
Tires- 7.75X15
1966 CORVETTE OPTIONS
Automatic Transmission ($194.85)
4 speed manual transmission ($184) close ratio ($237)
350 horsepower L79 ($105)
390 horsepower L39 427 cubic inch ($181.20)
425 horsepower L72 427 cubic inch big block ($312)
Posi-traction ($42.15)
Heavy duty brakes ($36.90)
Off-road exhaust ($36.90)
Side mounted exhaust ($131.65)
Special suspension package ($342.30)
Transistor ignition system ($73.75)
36 gallon fuel tank (coupe only) ($198.05)
Power brakes ($43.05)
Power steering ($94.80)
Air conditioning ($412.90)
Aluminum wheels ($326)
Detachable hardtop ($231.75)
AM/FM radio ($199.10)
Teakwood steering wheel ($48.45)
Telescoping steering wheel ($42.15)
Tinted windshield ($10.55) Tinted glass ($15.80)
Leather seat trim ($79)
Whitewall tires ($31.30)
Goldwall tires ($46.55)
Traffic hazard lamp switch ($11.60)
Headrests ($42.15)
Shoulder harness ($26.35)
Power windows ($59.20)




HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES- An eggcrate grill, ribbed rocker panel molding, chrome plated exhaust bezels, spoke style wheel covers, vinyl covered headliner and the elimination of roof vents serparated the '66 from the '65. Those equipped with the new, awesome 427 came with a power bulge in the hood. Ten lacquer choices were offered for the exterior: Black, white, Nassau Blue, Laguna Blue, Trophy Blue, red, green, maron, yellow and silver. The big block was bumped up to 427 cubic inches this year rated at 390 and 425 horsepower. Only 2% were sold this year with 3 speed manuals. 89.3% came with a 4-speed, 13.2% had a tilt steering wheel and 20.2% came with power steering. An L72 eqipped Vette would reach 100 miles per hour in an amazing 12.9 seconds.

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ENGINE-
Type- 327 cubic inch V-8, 427 cubic inch V-8 optional
Horsepower- 300@5000rpm standard, L79- 350, L36-390, L68- 400, L71- 435
Compression Ratio- 10.0 to 1
Carburetor- four barrel, triple 2 barrels optional
TRANSMISSION- 3 speed manual standard, 4 speed manual and automatic optional
SHIPPING WEIGHT- 3000 lbs (coupe) 3020 (convertible)
PRODUCTION TOTAL- 22,940 (8504 coupes) (14,436 convertibles)
FACTORY PRICE- $4353 (coupe) $4141 (convertible)
CHASSIS DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase- 98 inches
Overall length- 175.2 inches
Front tread- 56.8 inches
Rear tread- 57.6 inches
Tires- 7.75X15
1967 CORVETTE OPTIONS
Automatic Transmission ($194.35)
4 speed manual transmission ($184) close ratio ($237)
350 horsepower L79 ($105)
390 horsepower L36 427 cubic inch ($200.15)
400 horsepower L68 427 cubic inch big block tri-carbs ($305)
435 horsepower L71 427 cubic inch big block tri-carbs ($437)
Aluminum heads for L71 ($368)
Posi-traction ($42.15)
Off-road exhaust ($36.90)
Side mounted exhaust ($131.65)
Transistor ignition system ($74.75)
36 gallon fuel tank (coupe only) ($198.05)
Power brakes ($42.15)
Power steering ($94.80)
Air conditioning ($412.90)
Cast aluminum bolt on wheels ($263.30)
Detachable hardtop ($231.75)
AM/FM radio ($172.75)
Black vinyl roof cover ($52.70)
Telescoping steering wheel ($42.15)
Tinted windshield ($10.55) Tinted glass ($15.80)
Leather seat trim ($79)
Speed warning indicator ($10.55)
Whitewall tires ($31.35)
Red stripe nylon tires ($46.55)
Headrests ($42.15)
Shoulder harness ($26.35)
Power windows ($57.95)




HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES- Some consider the '67 the best looking vette of all time. It's styling, although basically the same, was cleaner and it had five functional front fender louvers. Minor changes were made to the interior. The most noticable was the relocation of the parking brake from under the dash to the center console. Standard equipment included- rally wheels, odometer, clock, carpeting, wheel trim rings, tachometer, and all vinyl, foam cushioned bucket seats available in black, white, teal blue, saddle, bright blue, and green. 88% of 1967 Vettes came with the 4 speed. 20.8% had power brakes, 16.5% had A/C, 10.5% had tilt steering and 25.1% came with power steering. The base 300hp engined '67 would go from 0-60 in 7.8 seconds and 0-100 in 23.1 seconds. An L71 equipped 1967 Corvette would do 0-60 in 5.6 seconds and reach 100mph from a standstill in just 12.9 seconds.