Corvette 1968 - 1982

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Book Description The third generation Corvette was the longest - running version of America's sports car, with a production run spanning some 15 model years. Because of their abundance, they are generally the most affordable of Corvettes on the market, and due to their age, they are often ripe for restoration. This book details the correct parts, finishes, options, and trim pieces for all fourth-generation Corvette models. The wide variety of options are covered in detail, as are all special editions and model variations from 1968 to 1982. As with the original edition, this value-priced version is filled with detailed, high-quality images of excellent original cars (survivors) or meticulously restored examples.

Just Customz Review

This book is written specifically for Corvette collectors and enthusiasts everywhere. It has masses of information packed into a relatively small book of just 143 pages. The author, Tom Falconer, has meticulously detailed every aspect of every corvette that has rolled off the production line. Throughout the book there are lots of large clear pictures, photographed by James Mann, supplementing the text which pictorial examples.

1974 coupe in Corvette Orange, a new color for 1974

Triple two-barrels needing careful set-up and regular use

The British Green Corvette was one of the most popular colors in 1968

September 1967 was release month for the 1968 Corvette

About the Auther

Tom Falconer is the founder and owner of Claremont Corvette and a well-known motoring author in the UK and the USA. He went to Newcastle upon Tyne in 1965 to study architecture at the University. While still a student, he bought his first Corvette a 1966 327/350 convertible, from Eric Burdon of the Animals. Tom started Claremont in 1977, buying and selling Corvettes and Corvette parts from the historic Chimney Mill Windmill in Claremont Road, Newcastle from which the firm takes its name. Tom now lives near Brands Hatch Circuit in Kent and as an ardent opponent of commuting by car, prefers cycling to work on his Time carbon fibre racing pedal cycle and says "Cars and roads have been hijacked by commuters who mostly don't even enjoy driving".

He has owned more than 700 Corvettes since 1971. Tom’s own Corvettes are the White 1964 convertible that Claremont restored from a barn find in 2002, and the unique 1988 C4 Corvette Engineering Mule EX-4670. He also rides a 1956 500cc Ariel VH. He is the Judging Chairman of the UK Chapter of the NCRS, and a Founder Member of the CCCUK.