Corvette Model Gallery

1966

While stylists had originally considered a mild restyling for ‘66, the final result introduced few changes. A new square egg crate grill was introduced. One reference and an original owner I spoke to insist that this grill came out in ‘65. Other external changes included the removal of the vents on the C pillar, a slight change to the Corvette script on the rear deck and the addition of this script to the drivers side of the hood, the addition of more ridges to the rocker panels and of course different hubcaps and gas cap. Back up lights which had been optional from 1963 to ‘65 became standard. These clear lenses replaced the inboard red taillights. Minor interior changes included additional pleats in the seats and the availability of headrests as an option. Mechanically the 396 was acknowledged in its real form as a 427 and fuel injection was no longer available as an option. Sales continued to climb reaching a mid-year record of 27,720 units.

The model

Joe submitted these pictures of a model of his current project. A '66 big block (390hp) convertible. The model was built by Don Theune of Scale Visions.

The color is Marlboro Maroon with Black vinyl interior. The engine is completely wired and plumbed.

The body and hood are resin castings from Modelhaus

See that little badge hanging down from the plate on the model, it's on the 1:1 car as well. The license plates match as well, front & back.

Comments:

Joe: " It's my first Big Block (390hp) and I'm hooked. I'll never be satisfied with a small block again. "

This is a very nice model of an even nicer real car. Like they say, "There is no substitute for cubic inches". Combine that with a mid year Sting Ray convertible, and you have my attention.... Ismael

If you would like to contact Joe on this model his e-mail address is: jag@p3.net

Return to Gallery Index                        Return to C2 Index

Page updated  11/04/99