1963 C2 Corvette Daytona Blue 1:18 Scale Diecast Model

• 1:18 Scale
• Sequentially Numbered Limited Edition

1963 served as the debut for the second generation Corvette, C2, named as Sting Ray. 1963 was also the only year the Corvette featured a split rear window with a thin piece of fiberglass running from the top to the bottom of the rear window, creating the image of two windows. In 1964 the split rear window was replaced by a one piece solid rear window adding to the 1963 split window's long term popularity and collectible status. Back in the 1960's many of the split window 1963 Corvettes were modified and retro fitted with the later one piece solid rear window further inflating the value of un-modified 1963's even greater. 1963 also marked the introduction of the independent rear suspension on Corvettes which remains today. Body material for the C2 remained fiberglass with an inner frame work of steel reinforcements around the door and under the cowl, also known as the "bird cage." The side curved window, retractable headlamps, cowl-top ventilation and boat-tail taper were new features of the car further expanding the Corvettes mechanical superiority. Option such as air conditioning, power steering, power brake and power windows could also be fitted at the factory or dealer. Drum brakes were still used and sintered metallic lining and finned aluminum brake drums were offered as optional. The basic engine was 327ci with 250 hp mated with a 3-speed manual gearbox. A total of 21,513 units were built in 1963.

Our Daytona Blue 1:18 Scale 1963 C2 Corvette Die cast Model embraces the history and heritage of probably the single most popular version of "America's Sports Car". This limited edition die cast is sequentially numbered on the underneath side of the chassis and features uncompromised attention to detail. Every piece of the 1963 Midyear Corvette has been painstakingly reproduced down to the smallest chassis and interior nuances. Additionally this die cast 1963 Corvette Model features opening hood and doors as well as a fully detailed fuel injected 327ci 360hp engine bay. This model could proudly serve as the center piece of even the most impressive die cast model collection.