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Corvette buffs now have an extra reason to see the upcoming movie Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen. Hasbro recently announced that the Autobot, Sideswipe, will take the form of the Corvette Centennial Concept.

Sideswipe, who was a Lamborghini in the original Transformers cartoons from years gone by, is a “rule-bending but loyal  Autobot warrior out to take down the evil Decepticons.”

This won’t be the first movie to feature the Corvette, of course. The Internet Movie Database, for example, features hundreds of screen captures featuring Corvettes, old and new, and their appearances in various movies. In addition, the Corvette has been featured in a number of television shows over the years, also detailed at that same website.

The Corvette has also had its own movie. The 1978 feature, Corvette Summer, starred a young Mark Hammil (who also played Luke Skywalker in a much more famous movie) as a young high school student. Hammil builds a Corvette in his auto shop class in school, but the car winds up being sold. He then spends the summer trying to find the Corvette and recover it, which he eventually does with the help of a young woman.

Don’t just count on movies to see your Corvette. Contact your local Chevrolet dealer and take a test drive today.

Few things get noticed more readily on the street than a shiny new Chevrolet Corvette. The sleek curves and unmistakable look constantly get people looking at the American sports car.

One of the things that can turn heads just as readily, though: the limosine. A limosine conjures images of high-rolling, poweful people, out for a night on the town. It makes you think of movie stars on the red carpet, or extremely wealthy people.

Well now, the two head-turners can be found in one place: the stretched Chevrolet Corvette Limousine.

There are several places around the country that have customized Corvettes and made them into stretch Limos. In most cases, these vehicles are available for rent. If you want a night on the town where you’ll get noticed, get into one of these babies and you’re certain to get some stares.

Now, Corvette limos aren’t exactly as big as, say, a Cadillac limo or a Hummer limo. The longest of the Corvette limousines measures just 23 feet – very long for a Corvette, but in the middle range for limos.

but apparently the longest Corvette limousines are ‘just’ seven meters long (23 feet).

If you’d rather onw your own Corvette, call your local Chevrolet dealer and schedule a test drive today.

As any true fan of the Corvette can tell you, all corvettes are made in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Also in Bowling Green is the National Corvette Museum. If you’re into Corvettes, you have to get to Bowling Green to experience the passion and excitement of America’s Sports Car first hand.

One of the things you can do in Bowling Green is take a tour of the Corvette Assembly Plant. There is a fee of $5, and the tour includes mementos and a tour of the XLR assembly area. A variety of people, inlcuding active military, school children from 3rd through 8th grade, GM employees, as well as GM retirees, are able to tour the plant for free.

There are a number of different things you can do at the Museum, too. There is a gift shop, of course, where you can purchase Corvette memorobilia. There are a number of exhibits, which change over time. At any given time, there are more than 75 Corvettes inside the 68,000 square foot museum. The Museum is housed on a 52-acre lot, and features an outdoor picnic area, large parking grounds, and even an amphitheater for special events.

Whether you drive a classic Corvette, a new 2009 Corvette ZR1, or whether you’re just a fan, the National Corvette Museum is worth a look.

1963 is probably the most significant year in the history of the Corvette. The changes that were made to the styling of the Corvette in 1963 were amazing, and reflected a new aggressiveness that was laced with improved aerodynamics.

One of the most revolutionary things about the Corvette had to be the split rear window version. The split rear window, designed by Bill Mitchell, completes the line that starts on the pointed hood bulge. This was the birth of the “stinger” concept, which became characteristic of later Corvettes. The split window, however, had its critics, even among engineers at Chevrolet. From 1964 forward, the split window would be gone.

The new 1963 Corvette was a radical departure, as well, in that it was lower by three inches than the previous Corvette. It was also more narrow, again by right around three inches. This was a sleek car, and it was at home on the boulevard, the racetrack, or the rally.

There were changes to the chassis, as well. There was a new independent suspension, for example, which made a huge difference in the driving experience of the Corvette.

While you can’t buy a 1963 Corvette at your local Chevrolet dealership, you can buy a new one. The ZR1 is back for the 2009 model year, and it’s been well worth the wait. Come check out a new Corvette today.

In 1978, it would have been a little hard to miss the movie Corvette Summer. After all, the star of the show, Mark Hammil, was well on his way to fame and glory when he filmed Corvette summer, just after the release of Star Wars. While Corvette Summer isn’t star wars by any means, this movie is a fun look back in time at what many people consider the golden age of Corvettes.

The movie starts with Hammill’s character, Ken, as a senior at a high school in the Valley. Ken builds a Corvette in auto class, complete with spoilers on the top, a grill that looks like teeth, and fur on the dashboard. While few Corvette enthusiasts today would respect the styling choices, for its time this Corvette certainly had a unique look.

The car disappears, and Ken embarks on a summer-long quest to find his car. Along the way, he joins up with Vanessa, played by Annie Potts. She’s an aspiring hooker, who plans to make her fortune running a brothel out of her Chevy van. She tries to seduce him, and he refuses. Instead, she winds up helping him in his quest.

By the end of the film, Ken and Vanessa fall in love. They find the Corvette together, and, we assume, live happily ever after.

While not the most interesting plot, and while the acting isn’t the greatest, this little peak at a long-forgotten Corvette makes the movie worth a look.

If you’d rather drive a Corvette without any fur on the dashboard come see your local dealer today and we’ll help you find your dream car.

When you think about a Corvette, you probably don’t automatically picture a soccer mom driving one. The Corvette enthusiast group has long been dominated men, and brings up plenty of images of machismo.

Vette Girl TV aims to challenge those assumptions. At this website, a minivan driver, Becky Anderson, trades in her minivan for a Corvette. At this site, Becky sets out to experience everything that a corvette driver can experience. Followed by a film crew, she participates in everything from drag racing to road racing to drifting to salt flats.

Becky Anderson always dreamed of racing a Corvette, ever since she was a small girl. Even in her minivan, she felt the need for speed, and has often been accused of having a lead foot. Vette Girl TV finally gives her the chance to really open things up in the ultimate American sports car, and she comes through with flying colors.

This website offers Corvette enthusiasts several exciting features. First of all, you can watch a Corvette neophyte as she gets behind the wheel for the first time. You can witness her excitement as she learns to drive a stick shift, and as she takes the Vette out on the track for the first time.

Currently featuring six episodes, Corvette Girl TV promises to continue to produce these interesting and insightful videos.

Chevrolet is announcing that it will be temporarily halting the production of its Corvette for the week of October 6, 2008 in the Kentucky plant where the monstrously cool car is produced.

There is also word that there may be some job cuts in October to offset the slowdown in sales of the Corvette. Slow sales and mounting dealer inventory is causing the lull and is leading to the halt in production, creating a backlog for Chevrolet and problems for Chevy workers. Word is that up to 75 workers may face layoffs from the Kentucky plant.

This is interesting news for producers of the Corvette, as Chevy hasn’t had to lay off workers on the car since 1987. The ‘87 cuts took place because the company was turning out too many Corvettes and the market was saturated. This round of cuts, over ten years later, comes with a much different underlying message.

“We’re going to reduce our production to make sure we align it with the expected demand that we see in the near term,” explained Paul Graham, plant manager for the Bowling Green Assembly Plant. “It’s something we don’t look forward to doing, but unfortunately given where the marketplace is, we’re in the luxury market and it’s down about 12 percent this year right now.”

With the layoffs and the temporary halting of production, Chevy cars may also face some upcoming promotions to move current models off of the dealership lots. Keep your eyes on the papers for more information.

It’s been well said that there are two kinds of people in the world: people who used to want a Corvette, and those that will want to own one.

The Corvette is an amazing vehicle, with a rich history and a diverse community surrounding it. Here are some tips for buying Corvettes from different eras of Corvette history:

1953-1962

This era was the straight-axle era. When you are looking to buy this car, you’re not looking to rive it daily. You want to read up on these cars, and spend some time looking into their market value and their mechanical considerations. Know what original equipment looks like, and recognize it when you see it.

1963-1967

The so-called “mid-year” Corvettes are some of the most popular. Study the brakes on these cars closely, and make sure it’s got the correct engine. Watch for faulty weatherstripping, as well, as this leads to rust.

1968-1982

The “Shark” Corvettes of this era have just as much, if not more, rust than the previous era. Have a keen eye out for rust on these, as well as bad seals or weatherstripping. In addition, wiring can be a big issue, so be careful of buying one of these with electrical problems.

1984-1996

The computer in these later cars can tell you if there are any problems in the systems. Try to give the car a test drive in different conditions, to see if the Service Engine Soon light comes on. Try out the electronic controls, as well.

1999-Present

The latest version of the Corvette sould be in the best conditions. Still, look for overspray, or wrench marks, to see if it’s ever been in an accident. Check the convertible top’s window alighment, and have the VIN number checked to see if it’s still under warranty.

As just about any fan of the Chevy Corvette can tell you, Bowling Green, Kentucky, is the home of the Corvette. There, you will find the Corvette Museum, featuring dozens of corvettes, all the way from the first models in the early 1950s through the latest model year.

What you may not know is that Bowling Green is also the Home of the Corvette Club of America.
What is the Corvette Club of America? Well, the CCA is the fastest growing Corvette Club in the United States. In addition, this growth has made the CCA one of the largest Corvette Clubs in the United States. The Corvette Club of America is comprised of members from all over the world. There are literally hundreds of Corvette enthusiasts involved in the club.

One mission of the Corvette Club of America is to keep its members aware of the latest news in the Corvette world. In addition, the club serves to connect Corvette lovers from all over with each other. The Corvette Club of America creates an environment in which Corvette lovers can get together and share their love for the American sports car.

The CCA attends most of the major Corvette shows and car shows in the nation. In addition, there are local Corvette Club chapters that organize their own activities and events. The CCA provides a newsletter, Corvette Capers, in a bi-monthly format.

To learn more about the Corvette Club of America, visit their website here. Their website features a “For sale & wanted” section, a picture of the moth, information about upcoming Corvette shows, information about Corvette vendors, a Corvette Club of America shop, and even a blog.

The Chevrolet Corvette has long been an icon among American sports cars, and the 2009 ZR1 model comes in at the top of the Corvettes. The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is an ultra-high performance car, and represents the return of the ZR1 name to the Corvette line. The ZR1 previously was released from 1990 to 1995.

The 2009 Corvette ZR1 features a 6.2 liter V8 engine that can produce 638 horsepower. It also has a 6-speed manual transmission. The ZR1 is different from the rest of the Corvette lineup. The AR1 has lightweight carbon fiber in several places, including rocker moldings, roof bow, roof panel, fascia splitter, and the hood. In addition, it has a uniquely tuned suspension.

The base 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has a 6.2 liter V8 engine that puts out 430 horsepower, and can come with manual or automatic transmission. The Z06 model comes with a 7.0 liter V8 and can get 505 horsepower. The Z-6 model also has some extra performance features, such as specific brakes, tires, and suspension.

There are a number of safety features in the Corvette line. They include front side airbags, an antiskid system, traction cotrol, and ABS.