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Chevy’s Mightiest Small-Block V8: the 1964-65 375 HP L84

Posted on December 10, 2025 by MCG

The most powerful of the first-generation small-block Chevy V8s was the L84 available in 1964-65 Corvettes, boasting 327 cubic inches and 375 horsepower. Let’s dig into the details. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet L84 V8, Chevrolet Small-Block V8

The End of the Chrome-Bumpers Era: 1972 Corvette

Posted on March 7, 2024 by MCG

For many Corvette enthusiasts, 1972 marks the end of an age: This was the final year of chrome bumpers front and rear on America’s Sports Car. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1972 Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette

The First Corvair: A 1954 Corvette Fastback

Posted on October 28, 2023 by MCG

In the Motor City, model names are recyclables. The first Corvair from Chevrolet was a fastback Motorama show car based on the 1954 Corvette. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1954 Chevrolet Corvair, Chevrolet Corvette

Aerodynamic Dreams: The 1968 Chevrolet Astrovette

Posted on August 27, 2023 by MCG

Based on a production 1968 Corvette, the Astrovette was restyled by GM’s design studios to cheat the wind. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1968 Chevrolet Astrovette, Chevrolet Corvette

Video: How the C8 Mid-Engine Corvette is Built

Posted on January 30, 2023 by MCG

Here’s a deep dive into the production process for the mid-engine C8 Chevrolet Corvette. Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, New Cars, Technology | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Corvette

Video: The Chevrolet Go Show For 1963

Posted on May 31, 2022 by MCG

For 1963, Chevrolet shifted gears and redirected its message to the expanding youth and performance market. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Corvair, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevy II

Video: What’s the Deal With the C4 Corvette?

Posted on April 13, 2021 by MCG

The 1984-96 C4 Corvettes are a tremendous buy these days—as long as you buy the right one. Here’s a Corvette expert to sort out the good and bad years for us. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged C4 Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette, Corvette

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