Sports Car Information

The 1975 Corvette offered few changes from the previous year but that didn't seem to bother buyers as sales continued to rise. The only physical change was a pair of small extrusions with black pads for each bumper. Learn about this car.

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The 1976 Corvette broke the long-standing sales record held by Chevy's '69 model. Higher performance and nicer styling contributed to the higher sales. Find specifications and more on the 1976 Corvette in this article.

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The 1965 Corvette Sting Ray offered further refinements both to the body and engine. The 1965 Corvette also marked the advent of standard four-wheel disc brakes. Follow the fascinating development of this classic Corvette.

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The 1966 Corvette Sting Ray introduced a handful of subtle appearance changes for the season. The lack of change reflected plans to bring out an all-new Corvette for 1967. Find out what sets this classic car apart from the pack.

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The 1967 Corvette Sting Ray was possibly the best Corvette ever. Although, very little was changed in the powerful 1967 Corvette engine. Find out what refinements and features led this classic car to the head of the pack.

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The 1955 Corvette introduced a V-8 engine that greatly improved performance but wasn't enough to bolster sales. The V-8 option that was a boon to performance also had little sales impact. Learn more about this classic car.

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Originally planned as a commuter car, the Pontiac Fiero earned a place among sports cars of the '80s. The Fiero was Pontiac's first and only mid-engine two-seater. Learn more about Pontiac sports cars.

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Started as a 1970s exotic car the Vector finally came to life under the hands of Lamborghini's parent company. The M12 was powered by a Lamborghini V-12, and featured jack-knife doors and sleek European styling. Learn more about Vector sports cars.

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The 1956 Corvette was restyled inside and out to look and operate better than its predecessor. All the former version's inferior elements were removed and the superior ones were now emphasized. See how Corvette finally came of age.

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The 1959 Corvette had a cleaned-up look and a smoother, faster ride. The Corvette was equipped with a 290-bhp engine capable of a 128 mph top speed. Learn about the small but significant changes Chevy made to its classic car.

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Founded in 1937 to build aircrafts, Saab turned its postwar attention to making reliable luxury and sports cars. Saab decided to try producing sports cars after early models proved quite capable in European road rallies. Learn more about Saab sports cars.

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Lotus, founded by Britain's Colin Chapman, makes some of the finest sports cars in the world. Lotus began small, and remains so to this day. Learn about the evolution of Lotus sports cars.

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To some, Lamborghini sports cars are the “other Italians,” fated to exist in the shadow of glamorous Ferrari. But in this article, you will learn that Lamborghini sports cars had their own identity, and on occasion even influenced Ferrari.

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Mazda sports cars include two models beloved by fans: the Mazda RX-7 and the Mazda Miata MX-5. The sports cars were known for their performance, reliability, and affordable price. Learn about Mazda and Mazda sports cars.

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Austin-Healeys were popular sports cars from the 1950s until the mid-1960s. The attractive looks and affordable price of the Austin-Healey sports cars made them popular on both sides of the Atlantic. Learn about various models.

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The 1958 Corvette received positive praise due to its economical price and solid performance. The ‘58 Corvette, though heavier than the previous year's model, boasted several improvements. Learn more about this Corvette.

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The Five Most Collectible Ferraris lists the most coveted road going Ferraris. These Ferraris are treasured for their significance to the marque and to automotive history. Discover which Ferraris make the list, why, and what they look like.

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Nissan's earliest car the 1914 DAT eventually led to the Datson, and in 1934, the name Datsun. This sporty offering gave the company a whole new look and feel. Learn about the Datsun line of sports cars.

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Maserati made the transition from competition cars to luxury personal vehicles after World War II. The Maseratis were among the fastest, most technically advanced, and most beautiful sporting machines of their age. Learn more about Maserati sports cars.

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The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano climbs from 0-100 mph in seven seconds flat. The Fiorano combined technology and elegant simplicity. Learn more about the most powerful front V-12 GT Ferrari has ever produced.

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In the 1950s, Fiat got into the sports-car business with roaring success with models like the 1200 and 124 Sport Spider. Eventually, however, Fiat had to pull out of the sports-car game. Learn about Fiat sports cars.

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Arnolt-Bristol was built from S.H. Arnolt's idea of a hybrid using the British Bristol chassis. It was designed for weekend competition duty and fitted out accordingly. Learn about the Arnolt-Bristol sports car.

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Ferrari engines sometimes powered cars that didn't wear the prancing horse. Cars powered by a Ferrari engine include the ASA 1000 GT, Fiat Dino, Lancia Stratos, and Lancia Thema. Get valuable details on these cars.

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The biographies of Ferrari's designers, engineers, and managers describe their contributions to Ferrari's success. They were indispensable to the creation and growth of the greatest name in high-performance motoring. Learn about these talented men.

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The history of Ferrari sheds light on the mystery of the world's most exciting automobiles and the men behind them. Discover how Ferrari evolved from the racetrack to the legendary status it holds today.

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