By 1961, the Corvette had evolved into a very credible sports car with a multitude of SCCA victories to its credit, as well as an impressive finish of eighth overall (first in class) at the 1960 24 Hours of Le Mans. Styling was carefully updated under GM design chief Bill Mitchell with a subtle new grille design, while the new rear end treatment foreshadowed the upcoming Sting Ray with a neat ducktail design incorporating four cylindrical taillights. In addition, the growing list of standard equipment now included a tachometer, seat belts, sunvisors, dual exhaust, carpet, an electric clock, outside rear view mirror and an aluminum radiator. In 1961, Chevrolet built 10,939 Corvettes for true driving enthusiasts. They remain highly coveted by those who enjoy their sports cars with a high performance American V-8 engine under the hood.

This Corvette is finished in red and white with a white vinyl convertible top and black interior. The Corvette is reported as cosmetically restored. The engine size is unspecified from the five powerplants available in 1961. The transmission is only referred to as “manual.” There were three-and four-speeds available in the 1961 model year.