1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1961

Listed price

$79,900

Location

Guilford

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

400 miles

The first-generation Corvette, often affectionately known as the "C1," holds a special place in American automotive history as the car that launched an icon. Debuting in 1953 as a stylish roadster, it quickly evolved from a six-cylinder cruiser into a genuine performance machine with the introduction of V8 power and legendary fuel injection options. By 1961, the C1 had received its final refresh, boasting a restyled "ducktail" rear end and four taillights, a design cue that would carry over to the revolutionary C2 Sting Ray. These later C1s, with their blend of classic styling and increasingly potent powertrains, represent the pinnacle of the original Corvette vision before the paradigm shift of the mid-engined era. This striking 1961 Chevrolet Corvette convertible takes that classic foundation and injects a serious dose of modern muscle. Beneath its gleaming exterior lies a Mercury Marine 454 cubic-inch big block, meticulously built with a forged crankshaft, Scat I-beam rods, and Icon forged pistons, all spec'd for boost. Topping this robust foundation are Brodie Race-Rite oval port cylinder heads, fed by a rebuilt and powder-coated dual-carburetor setup, all force-fed by a rebuilt supercharger. Power is routed through a Jackson Racing Turbo 400 automatic transmission, capable of handling 700 horsepower, and a Ford 9-inch rear end with 3.50 gearing and a posi-traction differential ensures that power makes its way to the pavement. Showing a mere 400 miles on the odometer since its transformation, this Corvette is a fresh build ready for the road. This is an opportunity to acquire a truly unique C1, blending vintage aesthetics with exhilarating, modern performance.