C3 Corvette Thunder at Carlisle 2025

🔥 C3 Corvette Heaven: Carlisle 2025 Walkaround

Welcome to Corvettes at Carlisle 2025, the mecca for Corvette fanatics and the biggest gathering of America's sports car on the planet. This video is a full-throttle walkaround of 25 glorious C3 Corvettes—from chrome-bumper sharks to late-model cruisers—covering nearly every year from 1968 to 1982.

💥 Whether you're chasing a big-block bruiser, a numbers-matching LT1, or just soaking in the fiberglass nostalgia, this is your front-row seat to the real C3 market. We’re talking:

• Authentic asking prices straight from the show field

• Direct seller contacts (no middlemen, no fluff)

• Unfiltered condition reports—from pristine restorations to honest survivors

🛠️ Highlights include:

• A jaw-dropping 1969 427 Coupe listed at $97,500

• A rare 1970 LT1 Convertible asking $89,000

• A budget-friendly 1978 Pace Car Edition at just $9,500

• Plus custom builds, raffle cars, and drag-strip legends

📍 Carlisle isn’t just a car show—it’s a Corvette pilgrimage. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a C3 or want to see how the market’s shifting, this video is your roadmap. And if you’re selling in 2026? Consider this your preview of the horsepower-hungry crowd you’ll be dealing with.

So buckle up, hit play ▶, and let the fiberglass fever take hold.

C3 Corvettes at Carlisle 2025

These are just a few of the C3 Corvettes that I photographed during Corvettes at Carlisle 2025, in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

For more photos, plus long and short videos posted daily, please visit my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@76vette

VIDEO: How to Decode a C3 Corvette VIN

Decoding the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of a C3 Corvette is a critical step in any thorough inspection, especially before making a purchase. 

The VIN serves as the car’s DNA, revealing essential details such as the model year, production plant, engine type, and body style. 

For collectors and enthusiasts, this information helps verify the car’s originality and ensures that it aligns with the seller’s claims. 

Without decoding, buyers risk overlooking hidden modifications, mismatched components, or even potential fraud.

The VIN on a C3 Corvette has evolved over the years, and each digit has a specific meaning. It can confirm whether the car is a rare variant, such as a 1969 L88 or a 1982 Collector Edition, and whether it retains its original factory specifications. 

The VIN also helps identify matching numbers, which are crucial for value and authenticity. 

Knowing where to find the VIN plate and understanding how it relates to the trim tag is essential for a complete inspection.

This video breaks down the entire decoding process in a clear, step-by-step format. It shows viewers where to locate the VIN, explains each character’s significance, and highlights common red flags to watch for. 

By following along, viewers gain the confidence to interpret the VIN accurately and avoid costly mistakes. The video also includes a free downloadable VIN decoder to make the process even easier.

Mecum Summer Auction Behind the Scenes

This video takes you along for a relaxed walk exploring a variety of vehicles at the 2025 Florida Summer Special auction by Mecum, at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida. If you haven’t yet experienced one of Mecum’s many auctions across the country, here’s your chance to catch a glimpse of some fascinating vehicles, complete with sale prices, and a few that didn’t quite make the cut. I hope you find the video entertaining and enjoyable.

Corvettes at Carlisle August 21-23, 2025

GET READY for the ULTIMATE CORVETTE CELEBRATION 

The 2025 Corvettes at Carlisle event returns to the Carlisle, PA, Fairgrounds from Thursday, August 21, through Saturday, August 23, 2025. 

This legendary gathering is the largest all-Corvette-themed car show in the world, drawing thousands of Corvettes and enthusiasts from across the country. 

Whether you're a die-hard collector or a first-time visitor, this three-day celebration promises high-octane excitement, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories.

EVENT DETAILS and ATTRACTIONS

Located at 1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013, the fairgrounds will be open daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 

Highlights include autocross competitions, exhaust contests, seminars, a massive automotive flea market, and the all-Corvette car corral. 

Don’t miss the Saturday night Corvette Parade and Street Party in downtown Carlisle, featuring over 400 Corvettes, live music, and great food. 

Admission is $20 per day or $40 for an event pass, with kids 12 and under admitted free. General parking is available for $10.

PLAN YOUR VISIT 

For tickets and more information, visit Carlisle Events, or call (800) 216-1876. 

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or simply admire these American icons, Corvettes at Carlisle is the place to be.