Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray III concept (1992)
Concept car · 1992 · Combustion
A California-designed rethink of Corvette proportions
The Sting Ray III (also called the California Stingray) was developed by John Schinella and his team at GM's Advanced Concepts Center in Los Angeles. This carbon-fiber roadster reworked the Corvette's proportions with a longer wheelbase, greater width and a bobbed tail. Rather than adjustable seats, the fixed seats stayed put while the steering wheel and pedals moved to the driver, and a pop-up rollbar deployed when needed. A running prototype used a 5.7 L LT1 V8, and the concept featured all-wheel steering and active suspension.
Key facts
- Engine (running prototype): 350 cu in (5.7 L) LT1 V8, approx. 300 hp
- Body: Carbon fiber roadster
- Chassis tech: All-wheel steering, active suspension
- Ergonomics: Fixed seats; adjustable steering wheel and pedals
- Safety: Pop-up rollbar
- Designer: John Schinella, GM Advanced Concepts Center (LA)
Production
- Status: Concept only
- 1992 design study whose cues influenced the C5 Corvette but which was never itself produced.
- Revealed at 1992 (GM Advanced Concepts Center, California)
Photos
Source: MotorCities - 1992 Chevy Corvette Sting Ray III Concept