1953-1972 Corvette Chassis Restoration

An absolute necessity for anyone wanting to correctly restore a Corvette rolling chassis. This book covers body removal, shims, suspension, brakes, finishes, fasteners, markings and much more. Hundreds of photos, illustrations and helpful tips make this an easy to understand – and follow – guide.

Corvette 427
Restoration

A first-hand account of what it takes to bring a worn-but-loved Corvette back to life. Noted automotive journalist Don Sherman takes readers on a revealing journey into the ground-up restoration of his own ’67 roadster, candidly discussing what worked, what didn’t work – and what almost worked during the two year transformation of an abused beater into a blue-ribbon beauty. An enjoyable read that covers everything from finding the perfect project car to knowing when to consult the pros to keeping the project on course and within budget.

1968-1982 Corvette Restoration Guide

This great gift is perfect for someone who is about to restore a 1968-1982 Corvette. Long time Corvette author Richard Prince has written a one-source reference guide covering every part and sub-assembly integral to the “factory original” restoration of a 1968-1982 Corvette. The book is filled with must know information such as proper paint types and finishes, correct fasteners, VIN & part number references. Surprise someone with this highly detailed guide from Corvette Gifts.

Weekend Projects For Your Modern Corvette: C4, C5 & C6

However perfect a Corvette may be, it can always use a little work—upgrades to the engine or body, performance improvements or modifications to make it your own; whatever you want to do to your Corvette, this book shows you how. Covering the three modern generations of America’s favorite sports car, Weekend Projects for Your Modern Corvette is the ultimate guide for maintaining, upgrading, and personalizing any C4, C5, or C6 Corvette. So if you are gift shipping for a Corvette enthusiast who loves to get his or her hands dirty, this book, with it’s 52 detailed projects will be sure to keep them busy for a while.

Chevy Small Block V8 Interchange

An invaluable text packed with photos, and detailed descriptions of all the “universal” Chevrolet parts. These parts may be interchanged among many of the Chevrolet’s models and is a great guide for the home mechanic, do-it-yourselfer, and restorer. In production for over 20 years, nearly every Chevrolet V-8 passenger sedan is powered by this engine – Impalas, Camaros, Monte Carlos, Chevelles, Novas, and even many of their vans and trucks. It is a favorite of backyard mechanics and performance enthusiasts alike. This excellent gift includes 221 illustrations spanning 160 pages.

Automotive Paint
Handbook

If you know someone who is going to be painting their Corvette this book might be the ideal gift for them. This book discusses the most important part of your Corvette, the paint. Covered in this book: Paint basics, factory (GM) paints, equipment, spot repairing, complete paint jobs, custom painting, detailing and protection. Also some helpful tips on how to choose the best body shop for your Corvette are included in this handbook.

1955-1982 Corvette
By The Numbers

If someone you know is constantly taking on a new Corvette project they could very well be in need of a book like this. Author Alan Colvin has compiled the most authoritative reference available for finding, decoding and verifying the correct part and casting numbers of every engine and drivetrain component for 1955-1982 Corvettes. Loaded with photographs, blueprints, technical bulletins and build sheets. Also includes information on Delco radios, LOF glass codes and year-by-year model changes.

1958-1960 Corvette
American Legend

If you are gift shopping for a 1953-1962 Corvette then one of the American Legend Series books by Noland Adams may be for you. Noland Adams is the author behind the Corvette: American Legend series, providing a five volume inside look into the planning and development of early Corvettes. This fascinating progression takes you into the mind of GM as the Corvette evolved through it’s formative years, and includes in-depth discussions involving Corvette production and Chevy’s involvement in racing. The book also looks at the behind-the-scenes people responsible for the Corvette’s success. These books are available for 1953-1960 Corvettes.

1968-1982 Corvette
Color History

Are you gift shopping for a 1968-1982 Corvette owner? If so this book will let them follow the drama that unfolded at the executive, marketing, and engineering levels of Chevrolet from 1968-1982, arguably the most exciting era for Corvettes. This colorful volume delivers coverage of the mainstream 350-engined Corvettes, along with the rare 1978 Corvette Indy Pace Car and the 1982 25th Anniversary Corvette. Additionally, considerable attention is devoted to the L88 454s and ZL1 427s, speed shops, and dealership performance package cars. This 128 page history book by Mike Mueller will make an excellent Christmas gift or birthday gift so don’t wait any longer. Shop Corvette Gifts for your Corvette history book today!

Corvette: The Exotic
Experimental Concepts

A great gift for a pure Corvette fanatic. This book was written by Karl Ludvigsen who was close to the behind-the-scenes development of the Chevrolet Corvette. As a result, his personal collection contains many rare and unusual photos of experimental Corvettes built both for the road and racing – exotic chassis, engines, styling concepts and designs. Ludvigsen opens his files to take you behind-the-scenes of Chevy R&D and Design Staff to show you the rare and spectacular machines conceived by Mitchell, Duntov, Shinoda and other Corvette insiders.

Corvette: The Cars
That Created A Legend

Author and photographer Dennis Adler presents this stunning photographic history of Corvette. Documenting the development of the popular cars and their domination of the sports car world from the first Corvette in 1953 to today’s latest models, this book has it all, in vibrant, detailed color. Readers will find the classic Sting Rays, the Challenge series, ZR-1s, concept cars and more. Also features interviews with the creators of the cars as well as an in-depth look at the evolution of the Corvette, documenting changes in price, body style, engine size, interior design, dash instruments and much more. Packed with 150 full-color photographs of mint condition classics, this book takes a wild ride through five decades of Corvette history.

1953-2005 Standard
Catalog Of Corvettes

Corvette enthusiasts will love this vivid full-color account of the Corvettes development, documenting the evolution of early prototypes to the sleek, sexy car of today! In this updated second edition, readers will take a journey through the 51-year history of the Corvette. The book also details all models through 2005, with accurate pricing, year-by-year data and factory specifications. With history, pricing and the complete listing of standard equipment and options, those wanting to research the history and authenticity of their own Corvette or one they’re considering will find everything they need to know in the Standard Catalog of Corvettes. Special sections feature Corvette racing, Indy pace cars, prototypes and more.

Zora Arkus-Duntov:
The Legend

Surprise a Corvette enthusiast you know with this exclusive authorized biography of Zora Arkus-Duntov, the guiding force behind the legendary American sports car. This book includes hundreds of unpublished photos, blueprints, and archival documents to make the success story of Zora-Arkus-Duntov an enlightening and riveting read.

Corvette – America’s
Sports Car

The America’s Sports Car book highlights the history of the Corvette from the earliest solid axles to the latest C5. This great christmas gift or birthday gift includes prototypes, one – offs, racers, show cars and individuals that played key roles in the development of the Corvette. Impress a Corvette owner close to you with this 192 page gift that is loaded with hundreds of photos.

Corvette Prototypes
& Show Cars

If you are gift shopping for someone who loves prototypes this is the perfect gift. From the first Corvette built for General Motor’s 1953 Motorama to the Sting Ray III of the 1990′s, Corvette Prototypes and Show Cars Photo Album features four generations of Corvette prototypes and motor show cars. The evolution of America’s most popular sports car is recorded in photos of engineering models and prototypes, motor show cars, and factory-modified production cars.

Corvettes From The
Inside

Corvettes From The inside is about the 50-year development of the Corvette as told by former Chief Engineer Dave McLellan. From his unique inside-GM vantage point, the author was witness to what it took to surmount internal politics, secure corporate resources – and build the best Corvette possible. This excellent gift Includes original sketches by McLellan plus photos from his personal collection.

Corvette Masterpieces

Corvette Masterpieces – with its large, lavish photos – captures the most fabulous Corvettes ever produced. Author Jerry Heasley, lead photographer and feature writer for numerous Corvette magazines, shares his countless photo shoots of truly spectacular Corvettes. His unmatched access to these cars and his library of images makes this book different than any other Corvette title ever published. Surprise an enthusiast close to you with this amazing hardcover book from Corvette Gifts. With 352 pages and over 400 photos this book will keep any Corvette owner busy for hours.

1953-1967 Corvette Buyers Guide

If you are gift shopping for someone who is actively looking to purchase a vintage Corvette, or is simply wanting to learn as much as possible about the early cars, this informative book should be at the top of your gift list! Author Richard Prince has melded an encyclopedic amount of model-specific data with stunning photography to deliver the last word on what to look for – and what to avoid – when buying a ’53-67 Corvette. This excellent gift also includes insightful owner testimonials about what it’s like to own and drive a Corvette.

Corvette Black Book

The Corvette Black Book is a fingertip fact book that provides valuable information on all 53-09 Corvettes, including the new ZR1. This book is perfect for carrying along when going to check out any Corvette. The book includes engine #s and codes, exterior/interior color combinations, option lists and a complete set of facts for each model year. If you are shopping for an enthusiast who seems to always come up with these little questions about their Corvette; The Corvette Black Book might be the best Christmas gift or Birthday gift for them.

C4 Corvette Spec Book

Gift shopping for a C4 Corvette owner? Consider the Corvette Spec Book. This book includes detailed specifications and press materials from the Chevrolet archives. The book is loaded with photographs, technical drawings and detailed cutaways all pertaining to the C4 Corvette.

History Of The C5 Corvette

Learn the full story of the C5 Corvette in this history book of Chevrolet’s groundbreaking C5. Introduced in 1997, the C5 set new benchmarks for performance and provided an American player on the worlds sports car scene.
In this book, veteran automotive writer Patrick C. Paternie covers the Corvette’s stormy development period, successful launch, its development over its years of production (including the awesome Z06 model), its racing accomplishments, and a special chapter devoted to the greatest C5-based tuner cars from around the world. This 128 page history book will keep C5 Corvette owners busy for hours. Surprise them today with this wonderful gift from Corvette Gifts.

Corvette C6 Book

2004 marks the introduction of the 6th-generation Corvette as a 2005 model. As with any new-generation Corvette, anticipation is rampant. C6 represents an important departure from C5 both in terms of exterior and interior styling and chassis dynamics. It features a revamped platform (to be shared with the new Cadillac XLR roadster), fixed headlights (for the first time since 1962) and an edgier, more compact body. This GM-licensed book takes the enthusiast on an illustrated tour of how C6 developed from the drawing board to the production line.
If you are shopping for someone who is amazed by the C6 Corvette and is always trying to learn more, surprise them with this book from Corvette Gifts.