Category: FS Corvette

The 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Remained very much the same as the previous year, however the LS6 454 CID V-8 arrived, albeit with reduced compression.

The 1970 Chevrolet Corvette replaced the 4 side louvers with an egg-crate design and the fenders were flared slightly. The seats were redesigned to create more headroom. The 427 CID V-8 was enlarged to 454 CID. The LT1 350 CID V-8 was a new variant and made 370 HP.

After a year’s absence, the “Stingray” name now spelled as one word appeared on the front fenders just above the vent louvers. The backup lights were integrated into the center taillights.

This was the first major restyle since 1963.  The fastback was replaced by a T-top-roof coupe. It featured a removable back window and a two-piece detachable roof sections.

The 327 CID V-8s remained as before, but the 427 had two new three 2-barrel carbureted street versions and a very rare race engine – the L88.

The 250 and 365 HP 327 V-8s were dropped, and two 427 CID V-8s replaced the 396 CID Unit. For the 427 CID engine, there was a 390 HP hydraulic lifter version and an under-rated 425 HP solid lifter beast.

The new 425 HP Mark IV Chevrolet “Big Block” arrived – and was fitted to the Corvette. A new 350 HP 327 CID V-8 was also available.

Chevrolet made only evolutionary changes to the Corvette in 1964. The coupe’s two piece split rear window was dropped in favor of a single piece of arched glass.