Art of the Corvette
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.72 (926 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0760346402 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2014-04-23 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Rare and one-off cars abound as well, like the 1963 Z06 Sting Ray and one of only a handful of 1967 L88 convertibles.With an authoritative text by Leffingwell, one of the world's leading Corvette historians, and over 200 stunning photographs, Art of the Corvette presents this landmark of American automotive engineering and design, the Chevrolet Corvette, as never before seen. Some of the vehicles you'll find inside include:1953 Corvette - 1963 Sting Ray Z06 coupe - 1966 Sting Ray L72 coupe - 1969 L71 convertible - 1978 Indy Pace Car - 1989 convertible - 1996 Grand Sport coupe - 2003 50th anniversary convertible - 2012 ZR1 coupe - 2014 C7 St
"As a writer who's frequently lost in wonder at the talent (and patience) of photographers, the final chapter on how Leffingwell's "light-painting" shots were made is as fascinating as staring at the cockpit details of a '63 Stingray." - Racer / Sports Car Club of America
Leffingwell is considered one of the top Porsche historians working today, and he enjoys a close working relationship with Porsche AG. He lives in southern California, about 100 miles north of Los Angeles.Tom Loeser has worked as a Firefighter for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (now known as CAL Fire), as a graphic designer and photographer, and as chief photographer for the Long Beach Grand Pr
Bobbi Nelson said Very nice book. Bought for a friend who is a Corvette enthusiast, for his birthday. He loved it!. "Art Of The Corvette Books(Both Regular Edition and Limited Edition of 500)Versions.Great Work once Again." according to Jose Lopez. My review is for Art of The Corvette(Both Regular Edition,Blue 66' Roadster on Cover/rear and the Limited edition(500copies)67'Blue Headlights up Cover)Versions.Both are Visual feasts for the Eyes,Superb and Elegant.I have The regular version and the Limited Edition #Art Of The Corvette Books(Both Regular Edition and Limited Edition of 500)Versions.Great Work once Again. Jose Lopez My review is for Art of The Corvette(Both Regular Edition,Blue 66' Roadster on Cover/rear and the Limited edition(500copies)67'Blue Headlights up Cover)Versions.Both are Visual feasts for the Eyes,Superb and Elegant.I have The regular version and the Limited Edition #482 of 500 from Amazon.The Limited has a different cover also a Art Print,limited to 500 copies and signed by the author and comes in a elegant Slipcase,It comes wit. 82 of 500 from Amazon.The Limited has a different cover also a Art Print,limited to 500 copies and signed by the author and comes in a elegant Slipcase,It comes wit. "Corvette at it's BEST" according to Sandra W. Hutchinson. What a beautiful cover!!!!! After you open the book it just keeps getting better. The cars on the pages of this book represent our (Corvette enthusaiast) marquee to the highest level. The photography is fantastic. Thanks you for putting together such a great book. Glenn Hutchinson / Corvettes of Naples, Fl.