Corvette Generations:
C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8
Corvette: Year by Year
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1961 Corvette C1: Styling Future
Corvette styling was substantially upgraded in 1961. Although enthusiasts at the time did not know it, they were being given a sneak peak of things to come. The rear would carry over to 1963, which would be a pivotal year in Corvette history. The "ducktail" design (below) of the 1961 (and '62) would be known as "transitional" years. The exhaust now exited below the body and not via an opening in the bumper as in previous years. The four round tail lights was the start of a Corvette tradition that would continue for more than 50 years.
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1961 Corvette 2X4 4spd
Price: $0 obo (Trades Considered) Exterior: Red Interior: Black Miles: 0 Location: Martinsburg Click Here for more info |
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1961 Red Corvette Convertible two tops, 283-245 hp, (2x4's), 4 speed, numbers match. Red paint with Silver coves, Black interior, and Black soft top (more) |
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Below, left: Body colored headlight bezels began to replace the chrome of 1960. Right: The Corvette style was softened somewhat by the removal of the "teeth" in the grill.
Other changes for 1961: Sun visors, an aluminum radiator, parking brake warning lamp, interior lights and the windshield washer were standard equipment. The four speed transmission featured an aluminum case.
1961 Corvette Options, Prices
| RPO | Description | Production | Price |
| 101 | Heater | 10,671 (97.55%) | $102.25 |
| 102 | AM Radio, Signal Seeking | 9,316 (85.16%) | $137.75 |
| 1408 | Blackwall Tires, 6.70x15 nylon | n/a | $15.75 |
| 1625 | 24 Gallon Fuel Tank | n/a | $161.40 |
| 242 | Positive Crankcase Ventilation | n/a | $5.40 |
| 276 | Wheels, 15x5.5 (5) | 337 (3.08%) | n/a |
| 290 | Whitewall Tires, 6.70x15 | 9,780 (89.40%) | $31.55 |
| 313 | Powerglide Automatic Transmission | 1,458 (13.33%) | $199.10 |
| 353 | 283 cu. in. 275 hp fuel injected Engine | 118 (1.08%) | $484.20 |
| 354 | 283 cu. in. 315 hp fuel injected Engine | 1,462 (13.37%) | $484.20 |
| 419 | Auxiliary Hardtop | 5,680 (51.92%) | $236.75 |
| 426 | Power Windows | 698 (6.38%) | $59.20 |
| 440 | Two-Tone Exterior Paint | 3,351 (30.63%) | $16.15 |
| 468 | 283ci, 270hp Engine (2x4 carburetors) | 2,827 (25.84%) | $182.95 |
| 469 | 283ci, 245hp Engine (2x4 carburetors) | 1,175 (10.74%) | $150.65 |
| 473 | Power Operated Folding Top | 442 (4.04%) | $161.40 |
| 675 | Positraction Rear Axle | 6,915 (63.21%) | $43.05 |
| 685 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 7,013 (64.11%) | $188.30 |
| 686 | Metallic Brakes | 1,402 (12.82%) | $37.70 |
| 687 | Heavy Duty Brakes and Suspension | 233 (2.13%) | $333.60 |
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Total Production:
10,939
Notes: Base Corvette with 283 cu. in. 230 hp engine and three speed manual transmission: $3,934.00. |
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Colors
| Code | Exterior | Quantity | Interior | Soft Top | Wheels |
| Tuxedo Black | 1,340 (12.25%) | Blue / Black / Fawn / Red | Black / White | Black | |
| Ermine White | 3,178 (29.05%) | Blue / Black / Fawn / Red | Black / White | White | |
| Roman Red | 1,794 (16.40%) | Black / Red | Black / White | Red | |
| Sateen Silver | 747 (6.83%) | Blue / Black / Red | Black / White | Silver | |
| Jewel Blue | 855 (7.82%) | Blue / Black | Black / White | Blue | |
| Fawn Beige | 1,363 (12.46%) | Black / Fawn / Red | Black / White | Beige | |
| Honduras Maroon | 1,645 (15.04%) | Black / Fawn | Black / White | Maroon | |
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Notes: 1961 was the only year Jewel Blue interiors were available. |
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