'69 Corvette ZL1 - Long Lead Press Show tribute car

[Keith Seymore]

Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

Back in late 1968 (calendar year), when the 1969 models were introduced, there was a big event out on "Black Lake" (the Vehicle Dynamics pad). The motoring press was invited in for this auspicious event and, on the pad, were some special vehicles. Namely - two ZL1 all aluminum 427 powered Corvettes, plus a smattering of ZL1 powered Camaros. In addition, there was one engine placed on a stand, both for display purposes and as a backup motor in case something happened to one of the engines in the car.

I was not permitted to share until recently but here is a little project I helped with:

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/08/17/au...=top-news&_r=0

K