Some Vettes and More At the Bethel American Legion Show

In 1963 Chevrolet introduced the second generation, or C2, of its Corvette sports car. The first generation had undergone a number of changes during its run, including the popular switch to the V8 engine from the original straight six. While there were some body changes during that first year, the C2 saw a major face lift. And also a new nickname: the Sting Ray. The new C2 had engine options that ranged from 250 horse power all the way up to 365 using that famed small block V8. But in 1963 there was something that never returned, something that has made them very collectible. They had the split rear window.There was one of these rarities on hand at the 31st Annual Bethel American Legion Post 406 Car Show. In addition to a couple of other Vettes there was a rarely seen (because few survived) Ford Pinto, a customized Plymouth Road Runner, and an Oldsmobile Cutlass.