Is a 1961 Corvette a C1?
1961 Corvettes were technically still part of the first generation of “C1” or first-generation solid axle Corvettes. They were substantially changed, however, from the 1956 cars.
Does a 1961 Corvette have a trunk?
See all 24 photos Of the four C1 Corvette configurations (1953-’55, 1956-’57, 1958-’60 and 1961-’62) the 1961-’62 models had the largest trunks. For the Route 66 TV series guys, Tod Stiles and Buz Murdock, 12 cubic-feet was plenty of storage space for two vagabond young men.
What engine did a 1961 Corvette have?
283-cubic-inch
For Performance: Corvette Engines are 283-cubic-inch displacement valve-in-head V8’s with 3.88” bore and 3.0” stroke, precision balanced assembly.
What engines were available in the 1961 Corvette?
Engine choices were basically carryovers. There were still five versions of Chevy’s renowned 283-cubic-inch small-block V-8: 230, 245, 270, 275, and 315 bhp, the last two being fuel injected. The three-speed manual remained the standard gearbox but was now offered with a wider choice of axle ratios.