Five Crazy C3 Corvettes Made to be Track Toys

These race-ready cars from the aptly named ‘Shark Generation’ of C3 Corvettes have plenty of bite left. 

Ask any auto enthusiast about Chevy’s C3 Corvettes and you’re likely to get a mixed reaction. The C3 Corvette was produced from 1968 to 1982. And during that time Corvette continued to evolve in both design and performance. Some of the ‘Vettes produced during this era were pure quintessential sports cars. And they made their mark on the road as well as the track.

Sure, C3-era Corvettes stock might pale in comparison to today’s higher horsepower rides. But, they still perform very nicely–it is a Corvette, after all. Not to mention, the “Shark Era” C3s make one great looking track weapon.

For this week’s Track Time Tuesday we are shining the limelight on C3 Corvettes. We found a few classics that have been modified, custom-built, and are primed to attack the track. Whether you want a pumped up C3 daily driver, or something a little more race-bred, we found FIVE crazy C3 Corvettes that you can actually buy right now.

1. 1971 Corvette Coupe B Production Race Car

We’re starting with the real deal. This car has the prestige and well-earned stripes of a true racing Corvette. It has raced extensively, and still looks and runs like a dream.

It is fully race-ready and recently underwent full tech by SVRA (Sportscar Vintage Racing Association). Currently listed for sale at Jim Glass Corvette; it features a very strong 355 ci dry-sump engine, G-Force clutchless 4-speed transmission, Borgeson power steering, and a refreshed back end.

Having raced at a number of tracks including Sebring, the sale includes racing logbooks.