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1965 Corvette

Four-wheel disc brakes become standard

By midyear the 396 cubic inch engine was introduced.

In 1965, changes were done to the Corvette, such as the addition of standard four-wheel disc brakes. The styling changes, with functional front fender louvers, new wheel covers and a restyled grille. Inside, you'll see a newly styled bucket seats and a genuine leather seating surfaces were optional.

The introduction in April 1965, of the 396 cid big block MK IV V8 marked the beginning of a new era for the Corvette.

1965 was a unique and memorable year for the Corvette because of the success and the changes that it undergoes.

Sales reached a record of 23, 652 units.

Engines:
327 V8 250 bhp @ 4400 rpm, 350 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm.
L75 327 V8 300 bhp @ 5000 rpm, 360 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm.
L79 327 V8 350 bhp @ 5500 rpm, 360 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm.
L76 327 V8 365 bhp @ 6200 rpm, 350 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm.
L84 327 ("fuelie") V8 375 bhp @ 6200 rpm, 350 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm.
L78 396 V8 425 bhp @ 6400 rpm, 415 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm.