Specs for 1963-67 Corvette Sting Ray
Engine: OHV 90 degree V-8, 327 cid, 396 cid, 427 cid Construction: Cast-iron block and heads, single cam, pushrods Compression ratio: 11:1 Induction: Rochester fuel injection or one/two Carter four barrel carbs Maximum Power: 250-375 bhp (327 cid) 390-435 (427 cid) Top Speed: 152 mph 0-60 mph: 5.4 sec, 427 cid Transmission: Four-speed, all syncromesh manual, optional three-speed manual, or Powerglide automatic Body/Chassis: Steel ladder frame with two door convertible or coupe fiberglass body Wheels: Five bolt steel (knock off aluminum optional) 6in. x 15in. Tires: 6.7 in. x 15 in. Firestone Super Sport 170 Brakes: Drums to 1965, then four wheel discs Front Suspension: Double wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar Rear Suspension: Semi-trailing arms, half shafts and transverse links with transverse leaf spring Wheelbase: 98 inches Length: 175.3 inches Height:49.8 inches Weight: 3150 lbs Quarter Mile Performance: 12.8 @112 Fuel Mileage: 9-16 mpg. Production: 118,964 including 1963-67 Price: $4240 for 1967 Convertible
When you go car shopping you are probably dazzled by the sports cars or even the big burly SUVs as well as the shiny colors and whether or not the vehicle is fully loaded. Frequently, you will hear people talking about what car they want to buy and will hear them mention things like leather seats, a great sound system, DVD players and mini TV screens, great rims and other similar features. However, unfortunately, you do not frequently hear people talking about the safety rating of the vehicle and how well it performed in crash tests or if it has recently been recalled. For some reason Americans are more consumed with how comfortable and cool their car is and makes them rather than how safe it can keep them. However, even if consumers are not overly interested in safe cars insurance companies are.
Insurance companies focus on keeping people safe, reducing accidents, and ultimately the amount of money they have to pay out for coverage. So, safe cars are the pick of the litter so to speak for insurance companies. They are so favored, in fact, that insurance companies frequently offer discounts to individuals who buy safe cars resulting in hundreds of dollars in savings each year on premiums. Safe does not mean the car is unattractive or without all the extras you want, so get it out of your head that safe does not equal cool. And while the trend may not change and people will continue to look for cool cars, they should keep in mind that there are indeed cool cars that are also safe cars. Each year a rating list of the top 25 safest cars is produced and if you are in the car buying market you should definitely take a peak and see if the car you are interested in buying is on that list. If not, check out the other safe cars that did make the list and see if you can find something that is equally cool and considerably safer. The following cars made it on the safe car list and also have some amazing features that will please even the pickiest car connoisseur.
RVs was intended for leisure and camping, but some people leave their houses and start to live their lives driving around from here to there, known as fulltimers. Fulltimers are people who live in a Recreational vehicle on a full-time basis. They often stay in an RV park or campground, often moving or traveling to other destinations. RV parks and campgrounds provides a place to park the vehicle for a shorter or a longer period. These parks also provides possibilities for tenting and cabins to stay overnight.
There are different classes of vehicles generally labelled as RVs: Truck Camper, - Folding Camping Trailer, - Travler trailer, - Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer, - Park Model, - Motorhome, - Toterhome. What all these vehicles have in common is the possibility to live in them, and travel at the same time. But the differences are also big. In a minimal RV you will find beds, a table, food preparation and storage areas. Larger models also have bathrooms, refrigerators, living areas, bedrooms, etc. Some RVs are very expencive, with satellite TV and internet access. RVs can cost in excess of $100,000 and some can cost over $1 million, so you can say RVs are for all kind of people.
For teenagers, prom is a very special night, and hence, everything should run as smoothly as possible. So for those who decide to hire a prom limousine service, there are several things that should be done before calling and placing a deposit. Although parents normally offer to do the arrangements of hiring a prom limousine service, this could serve as an opportune time for teenagers to learn how to handle business and be responsible. Of course, the parents will still provide some assistance along the process.
Getting a group of friends to share a prom limo with is a recommended saving tip. By sharing the limo with others, you can all split the cost and no one has to be concerned about transportation. Moreover, limo sharing can provide your parents with a piece of mind regarding safety since you will not do the driving yourself. Once you have gathered the group of friends together, you might then all want to talk it over, along with your parents, to determine which particular prom limousine service you agree to hire for the occasion. As a matter of fact, there are a lot of limousine companies to choose. So it is advised that the group should take a vote and let the majority decide. Most limousine companies offer several types of prom packages that help make the rent fit to everyone’s budget.
I hate driving a car with a passion. I know this is a strange statement coming from an American. I’ve never liked getting into a car and driving a gasoline-filled bomb (they have a habit of exploding on impact with something immovable).
When I was a teenager, the age where every male is looking forward to getting his license, I tried avoiding the horror completely. I told my Dad that I couldn’t take driver’s education because of a class conflict. I signed up for a class that would prevent me from having to take driver’s education. Eventually I had to go through this forced rite of passage.