Chevrolet Corvette

John Starkey is a self-confessed racing fanatic, has owned many different sports cars, and has competed in hill-climbs, rallies and vintage sports car races since the 1960s.Originally from Birmingham in the UK, John’s early career included managing the comedian Jasper Carrott and curating the famous Donington racing car collection. He now lives in Florida, where he runs a racing car business, and works as a consultant, researcher and author. He has written a number of motor racing history books published by Veloce.

• ForewordIntroduction1. The Early Years 1953 to 19622. The Sting Ray Era 1963 to 19673. Mainly Big Blocks 1965 to 19834. New Shape, New Beginning 1984 to 19965. Racer’s Return - The C5 & C5-R 1997 to 20026. Drag Racing CorvettesAppendicesI - The Production CarsII Homologation PapersIII Greenwood CorvettesIV Corvette Experimental Cars

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