Corvette: Year by Year
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The End of the Corvette Sting Ray Era
1967 was the last year of the "mid year" C2 Corvette Stingrays, as the 1963 through 1967 models were known. The styling that shook the world in 1963 had proved itself everywhere, including critical praise and a sales volume that would not quit. Every model year saw a sales increase through 1966; Things cooled down for 1967 in part because it was known that a new body style would be introduced in 1968.
For all cars, 1967 would be a pivotal year. Safety and smog requirements would become the law starting in 1968 and the new regulations would affect performance cars profoundly.
Left: the popular L71 427 cu. in. motor. Note the use of shielded spark plug wires, used to reduce radio static. Resistive spark plugs were commonly used in most cars but they degraded engine performance so the more expensive shielding was used. Radio static was a common Corvette problem as the fiberglass body did not provide electrical shielding of a conventional steel body. Right: the 3 x 2 configuration (three 2 bbl. carburetors) was proudly announced on the triangular air filter housing.
1967 Corvette Stingray with big block L71 motor. The "Y" plumbing in front of the valve cover is part of the Air Injection Reactor which was an option (RPO K19, $44.75) required on all Corvettes sold in California. It was included on 2,573 or 11.2% of the 1967 Corvettes. Notice the air pump just ahead of the thermostat housing.
From the "1967 Chevrolet External Carb Adjustments" (below and right) which details the workings and maintenance for the three Holley two barrel carburetors found in the L68 and L71 engined 1967 Corvettes. Click here to download the complete brochure.
The L71 was a very popular engine option and for good reason. Included was four bolt mains, a very aggressive cam rubbing on solid lifters, big valve heads and a transistorized ignition system.
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Factory chrome side pipes and a slippery silhouette can only be one car a L79 1967 Chevrolet Corvette convertible (more) |
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Two Speed Powerglide Automatic Transmission Swan Song
1967 Was the last year for the much maligned two speed automatic transmission that had been the only choice for shiftless driving during the Corvette's C1 and C2 model years. During that time, Powerglides were ~9 to 10% of the Corvette production with the mighty four speed in the majority. The problem was there just wasn't room in the transmission tunnel for anything larger. That would change in 1968 with the introduction of the C3 Corvette which could accommodate the three speed Hydramatic automatic transmission.
Print ads for the 1967 Corvette Stingray. Notice how all three mentioned the 435 hp L71 engine. Apparently the GM marketing folks had some ideas as to what would get their customers excited.
1967 Corvette Options, Prices
| RPO | Description | Production | Price |
| Genuine Leather Seats | 1,601 (6.98%) | $79.00 | |
| A01 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass, all windows | 11,331 (49.39%) | $15.80 |
| A02 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass, windshield | 6,558 (28.59%) | $10.55 |
| A31 | Power Windows | 4,036 (17.59%) | $57.95 |
| A82 | Headrests | 1,762 (7.68%) | $42.15 |
| A85 | Shoulder Belts | 1,426 (6.22%) | $26.35 |
| C07 | Auxiliary Hardtop (for convertible) | 6,880 (29.99%) | $231.75 |
| C08 | Vinyl Covering (for auxiliary hardtop) | 1,966 (8.57%) | $52.70 |
| C48 | Heater and Defroster Deletion (credit) | 35 (0.15%) | n/a |
| C60 | Air Conditioning | 3,788 (16.51%) | $412.90 |
| F41 | Special Front and Rear Suspension | 2,198 (9.58%) | $36.90 |
| G81 | Positraction Rear Axle, all ratios | 20,308 (88.53%) | $42.15 |
| J50 | Power Brakes | 4,766 (20.78%) | $42.15 |
| J56 | Special Heavy Duty Brakes | 267 (1.16%) | $342.30 |
| K19 | Air Injection Reactor | 2,573 (11.22%) | $44.75 |
| K66 | Transistor Ignition System | 5,759 (25.10%) | $73.75 |
| L36 | 427 cu. in. 390hp Engine | 3,832 (16.70%) | $200.15 |
| L68 | 427 cu. in. 400hp Engine | 2,101 (9.16%) | $305.50 |
| L71 | 427 cu. in. 435hp Engine | 3,754 (16.36%) | $437.10 |
| L79 | 327 cu. in. 350hp Engine | 6,375 (27.79%) | $105.35 |
| L88 | 427 cu. in. 430hp Engine | 20 (0.09%) | $957.90 |
| L89 | Aluminum Cynlinder Heads for L71 | 16 (0.07%) | $368.65 |
| M20 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 9,157 (39.92%) | $184.35 |
| M21 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission, close ratio | 11,015 (48.02%) | $184.35 |
| M22 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission, close ratio, heavy duty | 20 (0.09%) | $237.00 |
| M35 | Powerglide Automatic Transmission | 2,324 (10.13%) | $194.35 |
| N03 | 36 Gallon Fuel Tank (Coupe only) | 2 (0.01%) | $198.05 |
| N11 | Off Road Exhaust System | 2,326 (10.14%) | $36.90 |
| N14 | Side Mount Exhaust System | 4,209 (18.35%) | $131.65 |
| N36 | Telescopic Steering Column | 2,415 (10.53%) | $42.15 |
| N40 | Power Steering | 5,747 (25.05%) | $94.80 |
| N89 | Cast Aluminum Bolt-on Wheels (5) | 720 (3.14%) | $263.30 |
| P92 | Whitewall Tires, 7.75x15 | 13,445 (58.61%) | $31.35 |
| QB1 | Redline Tires, 7.75x15 | 4,230 (18.44%) | $46.65 |
| U15 | Speed Warning Indicator | 2,108 (9.19%) | $10.55 |
| U69 | AM-FM Radio | 22,193 (96.74%) | $172.75 |
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Total Production:
22,940
Notes: Base Corvette Coupe with 327 cu. in. 300 hp engine and three speed manual transmission: $4,388.00. |
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Colors
| Code | Exterior | Quantity | Interior | Soft Top | Wheels |
| 900 | Tuxedo Black | 815 (3.55%) | Black / Red / Bright Blue | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 972 | Ermine White | 1,423 (6.20%) | Black / Red / Bright Blue | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 974 | Rally Red | 2,341 (10.20%) | Black / Red / White | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 976 | Marina Blue | 3,840 (16.74%) | Black / Bright Blue / White | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 977 | Lynndale Blue | 1,381 (6.02%) | Black / White / Teal Blue | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 980 | Elkhart Blue | 1,096 (4.78%) | Black / Teal Blue | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 983 | Goodwood Green | 4,293 (18.71%) | Black / Saddle / White / | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 984 | Sunfire Yellow | 2,325 (10.14%) | Black / White | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 986 | Silver Pearl | 1,952 (8.51%) | Black / Teal Blue | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
| 988 | Marlboro Maroon | 3,464 (15.10%) | Black / White / Saddle | Black / White / Teal Blue | Silver |
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