The Complete Book of Corvette covers every production model and every year of Chevrolet's legendary performance car. Every Z06 and ZR-1, racers, prototypes, Indy pace cars-they're all here, including the stunning mid-engine 2020 Corvette Stingray. Every model year is presented with an insightful text, technical specifications, and beautiful photography culled from the author's own images and GM's photographic archives.
With more than sixty years of production under its belt, the Corvette remains a world-class sports car offering a fascinating development story and a stellar competition record. The Complete Book of Corvette covers all eight generations, from the first six-cylinder model in 1953 to the all-conquering L88 of the 1960s to 21st century ZR1 and Z06 to today's tour de force mid-engine Stingray-the ultimate expression of Chevrolet's and Zora Arkus Duntov's vision. Prototypes, racers, one-offs, and specialty packages also get their due as do the designers and engineers behind the iconic Corvette.
It's all here in the ultimate reference for all Corvette enthusiasts.
By:
Mike Mueller
Imprint: Motorbooks
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 316mm,
Width: 257mm,
ISBN: 9780760365212
ISBN 10: 0760365210
Series: Complete Book Series
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 01 September 2020
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Acknowledgments Introduction: The Stuff of Dreams 01 The Solid-Axle Years 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1956 SR-2, 1957, 1957 SS racer, 1958, 1959, 1959 Stingray racer, 1960, CERV I, 1961, Mako Shark I, 1962 02 Enter the Sting Ray 1963, 1963 Grand Sport, 1964, CERV II, 1965, Mako Shark II, 1966, 1967 03 Third Time’s a Charm 1968, XP-882, 1969, Manta Ray Show Car, 1970, 1971, XP-895, 1972, Rotary Corvettes, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 04 Better Late than Never 1984,1985, 1986, Corvette Indy, 1987, 1988, Corvette GTP, 1989, Corvette Challenge racers , 1990, CERV III, 1991, 1992, Sting Ray III, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 05 Long Live the King: ZR-1 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 06 50 Years Young 1997, 1998, 1999, C5-R racer, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 07 Thoroughly Modern 2005, C6.R racer, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2009 ZR1, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 08 World Beater 2014, 2015, 2015 Z06, C7.R Racer, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 09 Makin’ the Ol’ Man Proud 2020, C8.R Racer Appendix Index
Mike Mueller has worked as an automotive photojournalist since 1991. A lifetime car enthusiast, Mueller has written and photographed more than 30 automotive and truck history books and contributed photography to at least that many more. His byline has appeared in countless magazines over the years, including Vette and Corvette Fever. Among his long list of titles are Motorbooks' Chevy Chevelle 50 Years, The Complete Book of Classic Dodge and Plymouth Muscle, Camaro: 50 Years of Chevy Performance, and The Complete Book of Ford Mustang.
Reviews for The Complete Book of Corvette: Every Model Since 1953 - Revised & Updated Includes New Mid-Engine Corvette Stingray
“…a visual and fact-filled buffet for any auto enthusiast interested in the history, design, engineering and personalities behind the Corvette.” -- Jeff Yip * Chron.com *
