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283cid OHV V-8 Engine 2 Four-barrel Carter Carburetors 270bhp at 5,600rpm 4-Speed Manual Transmission Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes *Attractive Duck Tale styling *Solid Lifter high performance V8 *Great for high speed rallies such as Texas or Copperstate 1000. *Delightful color combination THE C1 CORVETTE In 1956, the Corvette was completely restyled and re-engineered. With the exception of a dozen items, most all in the grille, all the parts and technology differed from 1954. The soon to be legendary small block overhead valve V-8 engine with options generating substantial horsepower, torque, and added comfort and convenience, becoming the basic successful format for the next 60 years. In 1961 the Corvette C1 received the iconic duck tail rear end treatment. This was the first year that Corvette received its four round tail lights, a staple of Corvette styling ever since. The exhausts were also changed, from exiting through the bumpers, to under the car in a traditional way. Many enthusiasts believe that the duck tail cars are the best looking of the C1 Corvettes. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This particular 1961 Corvette left the St. Louis assembly plant in 1961. That year, 10,261 Corvette were built. This particular car is believed to be one of 429 that was finished in tuxedo black with silver two tone color code. 1961 was the last year of production for the famed 283 small-block and this particular car was ordered with the 270-horsepower power plant fitted with dual Carter 4 barrel carburetors, and Borg Warner T-10 4-speed transmission, making it quite a sports car for the period. The current power plant fitted to the car is believed to be the original unit. Much of this particular Corvette's early history is not known. A few years ago it was restored to NCRS standards. Two years ago the car was acquired by its current owner and has resided in his private collection of sports cars. Last year the car was shown at the Boca Raton Concours where it won the American Sports Open 1960-1970 class. The C1 corvette is one of the most iconic sports cars of the early 1960s. The duck tail style cars were only made for two years, and many believe them to be the most stylish Corvettes. The well powered dual carbureted cars are extremely desirable, as they offer a powerful reliable alternative to the sometimes finicky fuel injected ver-sion. A great car for driver events or for the concours lawn. The opportunity to acquire this car should not be missed.