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2013 Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction
Lot
34

1966 Chevrolet Corvette 427/390Hp Coupe (LHD)

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Specifications

Engine 427cu V-8
Gearbox 4-Speed Manual
Body Work Coupe
Colour Rally Red
Interior Red
Trim Vinyl
Wheels Cast Alloy
Brakes Discs

Description

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The dramatically shaped Sting Ray fastback was launched in 1963, with a series of bigger and better engines being introduced in subsequent years. By 1966 the Stingray (as it was now known) was offered with the ultimate 427ci big-block option, which came standard with the L39's 390bhp but could be had with 11:1 compression and a rousing 425bhp in L72 form. The big-block motor was distinguished by the 'power' bulge in the bonnet and really moved the Corvette into the big league of hyper performance.