- For the C2 Corvette that appeared in the PlayStation-era games, see Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C2) '67.
The Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Sport Coupe (C2) '63 (known as the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C2) '63 prior to Gran Turismo Sport) is a road car produced by Chevrolet. It first appeared in Gran Turismo 4 and has been featured in all subsequent mainline games. Although not initially available in Gran Turismo Sport, it was later introduced as part of Update 1.31, released on December 5, 2018.
Colors[]
From GT4 to GT5, eighteen colors are available for this car:
- Riverside Red
- Ember Red
- Palomar Red Metallic
- Cordovan Brown Metallic
- Saddle Tan Metallic
- Laurel Green Metallic
- Autumn Gold Metallic
- Adobe Beige
- Ermine White
- Satin Silver Metallic
- Azure Aqua Metallic
- Silver Blue Metallic
- Sebring Silver Metallic
- Monaco Blue Metallic
- Marine Aqua Metallic
- Daytona Blue Metallic
- Ivy Green Metallic
- Tuxedo Black
Starting with GT6, seven colors are available, which is correct for being 1963 model:
- Ermine White
- Sebring Silver Metallic
- Silver Blue
- Riverside Red
- Saddle Tan
- Daytona Blue
- Tuxedo Black
In-game description[]
"2nd generation Corvette that became a full sportscar based on the Stingray racer."
The Corvette that debuted in 1963 was truly successful at capturing - in a mass-produced sports car - the essence of the 1957 Stingray Racer that had stunned the world with its futuristic design.
In this model, now called the C2, a new model name was introduced. It was called the Corvette Sting Ray, and was made available in two distinctly different body styles: a coupe and a convertible. The wheelbase was drawn in from 102 inches in the previous model to 98 inches on the newly designed chassis in an attempt to improve handling.
While the double wishbone and coil suspension of the previous model was retained up in the front end of the vehicle, a new trailing arm and swing axle independent suspension system was utilized in the rear. This suspension uses transverse leaf springs that connect the left and right hub carriers, and also positions the axle horizontally. The Sting Ray proved to be an exceptionally big hit with thanks to the much improved handling.
With its characteristic rear windshield split into two halves, the new coupe was popularly known by the nickname "split-window"[1].
In 1965, the four-wheel drum brakes were upgraded to race car-specification 4-piston 12-inch ventilated-rotor disc brakes, which had been jointly developed by Girling and Delco.
Furthermore, in the same year, a 396 ci[2] big block V8 engine was added to the lineup in addition to the standard 327 ci[2] small block. The most powerful engine option made available for the car was the 419 HP L78.
Café (GT7)[]
Ed Welburn[]
This is the legendary 1963 Corvette Sting Ray 'Split Window' coupe. Regarding its name, the 'Split Window'... This comes from the very sleek rod in the rear window. This rod is not only a distinguishing feature... It also allows the profile of the car to remain uninterrupted in its flow. This car is so well-balanced from top to bottom, and from end to end. I particularly love the fender shape! Clearly, it was inspired by the Italian streamliners of the 1950s. When I look at the sleek undulating lines of the 1963 Sting Ray... It really does remind me of its underwater namesake!
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo 4 | Chevrolet Legendary Showroom | 84,890 | --- |
| Gran Turismo PSP | Chevrolet Dealership | 84,890 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 5 | Used Car Dealership (Lv. 3+) | 64,418 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 6 | Chevrolet Dealership | 84,890 | --- |
| Gran Turismo Sport | Chevrolet Brand Central | 100,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 7 | Legend Cars | 249,000[3] | --- |
Trivia[]
- In Gran Turismo 6, is one of the five cars to have a 15th Anniversary Model that appeared prior to PlayStation 3 era. The others are the Lancia STRATOS '73, Ford GT40 '66, Cizeta V16T '94 and Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe '64, that was featured in Gran Turismo 2.
Pictures[]
_15Th_Anniversary_Edition_%2763.jpg "Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C2) 15Th Anniversary Edition '63.jpg (414 KB)")
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