1961 Corvette
Wheelbase: 102"
Track: 57" Front / 58.8" Rear
Height: 51.5" Over Hardtop
Length: 177.2"
Width: 70.4"
Curb Weight: 3,035lbs.
Tire Size: 6.70x15"
Plant: St. Louis
The exterior styling was face-lifted for 1961. It was the first Corvette without heavy "teeth" in the grill area. The rear was
completely restyled with four taillights, now a Corvette Trademark. The transmission tunnel was reduced in width to give
the interior a 20% increase in interior space.
Base Engine: 283ci V8 230hp
Engine Options: 283ci 245hp -2 4bbl. Carbs, 283ci 270hp -2 4Bbl Carbs,
283ci 275hp – Fuel Injection, 283ci 315hp – Fuel Injection
1961 Corvette "Shark" show car made it's first appearance.
