The Corvette that never was... When Chevrolet redesigned the Corvette, the model changeover was plagued with production problems and supplier concerns. This led GM to cancel the Corvette for the 1983 model year. Only 1 of the 43 1983 Corvettes built still exists, all the others were destroyed. Once the issues were ironed out, an extended 1984 production year got underway. The 1984 Corvette production began in January 1983 and lasted 17 months.
1983 Chevrolet Corvette Sport Coupe - Franklin Mint, LE #1660 of 1983. Issued in 2007.
I made a few visits George. When we lived in Nashville, it was just due north of us. As a multiple Corvette owner I enjoyed the brotherhood of the Corvette Club meets there, partaking in the "Museum Delivery" of new cars, that is an option of the Corvette, and the fellowship of Z06 owner's that we had established. After the sinkhole collapse they spent quite a bit of time in reconstruction but I understand that the museum is back in action once again. I know your aversion to the marque, but most car lover's may find it a terrific historic automotive visit.
I made a few visits George. When we lived in Nashville, it was just due north of us. As a multiple Corvette owner I enjoyed the brotherhood of the Corvette Club meets there, partaking in the "Museum Delivery" of new cars, that is an option of the Corvette, and the fellowship of Z06 owner's that we had established. After the sinkhole collapse they spent quite a bit of time in reconstruction but I understand that the museum is back in action once again. I know your aversion to the marque, but most car lover's may find it a terrific historic automotive visit.
LOL Tony, I like how you worded it, "I know your aversion to the marque". I'm sure I'd enjoy the museum and the history it represents.
Growing up in St. Louis county, I was 14 when the Corvette plant was opened to begin building the 1954. Over the years I visited the plant often before production moved to Bowling Green. I have been honored to accompany two different friends when they picked up their cars at the plant. I vividly recall how crude those early cars were and how they were assembled compared to today's versions which was true of all car manufacturing back in the days before computers and automation. George, if you get the chance to visit the plant and factory, by all means take it you won't be disappointed.
I'm sure I'd enjoy the museum and the history it represents.
