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1972 coupe

Styling was another stand pat year but with production continuing to rise why change what the public obviously wanted. This is exactly what Zora was told by GM management when they were again approached regarding the possibility of a mid engine.

Engineering efforts continued to emphasize coming government standards. Engine choice was now down to two, the LS5 454 cid and the LT1 350 cid. In California which had the most severe emission standards in America the 454 could not be sold. Engines now had to be rated in the lower SAE (net) figures so even the LT1 was listed as only 255 hp, down 75 from the previous year.

The model

Jeff Middleton submitted this '72 coupe, that replicates the very first Corvette he ever rode in:

He used the body and 350 engine from an AMT '72 Corvette coupe, and the chassis from a Revell '69 Coupe.  He also modified the Revell '69 interior to replicate the '72 deluxe interior.  He  installed an R&D unique TH350 transmission in place of the kit's 4 speed, and used Model Car Garage's photoetch detail kit for all the emblems.  The paint is Duplicolor touch up paint from a can. 

If you have any questions or comments for Jeff, you can email him at  jeffs69vette@yahoo.com

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