CORVETTE STINGRAY 1971 RARE ENGINE OPTIONS

Home » Automotive » Classic Cars Join Sign in EzineArticles - Expert Authors Sharing Their Best Original Articles Search Bryan Powell Basic Author | 12 Articles Joined: March 14, 2009 United States 1971 Corvette Stingray Rare Engine Options By Bryan Powell | Submitted On October 20, 2015 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Expert Author Bryan Powell The 1971 Corvette Stingray came with several engine options that could be added to the $5,496 base coupe price. Total production numbers were pretty thin in 1971, with a total of 7,121 convertibles and 14,680 coupes. One of the rarest, and most desirable options, is the LS6 454ci, 425hp engine, which added $1,221 to the base price. There were only 188 of these rare Corvettes made in 1971. I can only imagine price must have been the issue, as this was a highly desirable, high horsepower big block. The LS6 454 was conservatively rated at 425 horsepower, but I bet with the right tuning and some bolt on aftermarket parts 550 horsepower would not be difficult to attain. Can you imagine how much fun that car would have been? I would love to take off the T-Tops and hit the streets with this Saturday night special! I have always loved the big block Corvettes, as they seem to symbolize the ultimate in American sports cars. Simply say the words "big block Corvette" to an automotive enthusiast, and watch their eyes light up. These cars have always been coveted among collectors and enthusiasts. However, with today's gas prices, I can see why this car would be less desirable as a daily driver, as it almost undoubtedly boasted high single digit or low double digit gas mileage ratings. In the early part of the 1970s, gas was cheap, so that was not an issue at the time, and there were few emissions controls, so this car would have been king of the streets. By the mid-70's, the gas crunch and emissions issues would squash any further development of these types of cars. I wonder if this was only available via special order, or if they were available on the dealership lots? I was not alive in 1971, so I don't really know, and cannot find any data to support either side. I do know that with only 188 of them made, this is quite a rare and desirable option for any Corvette collector. I would love to see one of these in person, or see photos of the build sheet or data plate. I wonder how many of the ultra rare cars exist today, and how many people own them without realizing how rare they are? I would love to have one of these big block monster Corvettes! That's all I have today! Author Bryan Powell Corvette Enthusiast http://my1976corvette.com/ Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Bryan_Powell/278694 0 Comments | Leave a Comment Did you find this article helpful? Happy Face0 Sad Face0 Viewed 147 times Word count: 405 Article Tools EzinePublisher Report this article Cite this article Stay Informed Subscribe to New Article Alerts: Automotive: Classic-Cars Bryan Powell Email Address Subscribe We will never sell or rent your email address. Classic Cars Article Feed Classic Cars Article Feed Find More Articles Search Similar Articles Be Cautious Where You Take Your Classic Car or Muscle Car Little Known C3 Corvette Stingray Facts Classic Car History - 1963-67 Corvette Sting Ray Why Corvettes and Rock Music Are a Perfect Match Car Covers For Classic Corvettes The Triumph TR8 Sports Car Recent Articles Was the 80's The Death of the American Petrolhead - Part 3 (Final) Was The 80's the Death of the American Petrol Head? (Part 2) Classic Cars: Original, Restored, Restored and Modified Drive the Jaguar XJ and Get Swaddled In the Lap of Luxury What Is the Story Behind the Ferrari and Norwood? Where to Find The Only Tucker Convertible in the World? A Guide to Tuning Your Car Upgrading the Radiator and Cooling Fan on a 1969 MGB Roadster The Mercedes Tuning - What Are The Reasons To Tune Your Vehicle? Classic Cars of the Future - The Time To Buy Is Now! EzineArticles.com About Us FAQ Contact Us Member Benefits Privacy Policy Shop Site Map Blog Training Video Library Advertising Affiliates Cartoons Authors Submit Articles Members Login Premium Membership Expert Authors Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Terms of Service Publishers Terms Of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS © 2017 EzineArticles All Rights Reserved Worldwide