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THE OFFICIALNEWSLETTEROF CENTRALVALLEYCORVETTES (CHARTERED NOVEMBER 12, 1991)<br />

Volume 29 Number 1 <strong>January</strong> <strong>2020</strong>


The <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Corvette Club was<br />

chartered in 1991 for the owners <strong>of</strong> the only<br />

real AMERICAN sports car, the awesome<br />

CORVETTE. It's a social organization with<br />

activities that provide enjoyment for the true<br />

Corvette lover.<br />

MONTHLY MEETINGS ARE HELD<br />

AT 6.30 P.M. ON THE 3 RD TUESDAY<br />

OF EVERY MONTH AT YOSEMITE<br />

FALLS CAFE, 4278 W. ASHLAN AVE,<br />

FRESNO CALIFORNIA. INTERESTED<br />

CORVETTE ENTHUSIAST ARE<br />

MORE THAN WELCOME TO<br />

ATTEND THE MEETINGS AND MEET<br />

OUR MEMBERS.<br />

Club activities include monthly meetings,<br />

car shows, weekend Club activities,<br />

overnighters, picnics, road rallies, summer<br />

cruises, holiday get-to-gathers and more!<br />

Eligibility for membership in CVC is<br />

defined in Article III, section 1 <strong>of</strong> the<br />

bylaws in part as follows: "Membership in<br />

<strong>Central</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Corvettes</strong> shall be open to all<br />

Corvette owners who are sponsored by a<br />

member in good standing. Additionally, a<br />

prospective member must, within a three<br />

month period, attend two consecutive<br />

meetings, participate in two club sanctioned<br />

social activities, pay current membership<br />

dues and initiation fees, and be approved by<br />

two-thirds vote <strong>of</strong> membership present at a<br />

general membership meeting by secret<br />

ballot.<br />

Sponsors shall be responsible for advising<br />

prospective member <strong>of</strong> results. All members<br />

must submit pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> personal insurance in<br />

accordance with California State Law upon<br />

application for membership, and all<br />

members must be a member <strong>of</strong> the<br />

association providing club liability insurance<br />

for CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES.<br />

A prospective member who does not have a<br />

sponsor will be provided one by the<br />

membership committee. Non-members may<br />

not participate in more than three meetings<br />

or two sanctioned activities as per CVC<br />

Bylaws.<br />

CVC membership dues are $67.00 plus an<br />

initiation fee <strong>of</strong> $35.00. Membership entitles<br />

two members at the same address voting<br />

privileges at meetings (provided they are in<br />

good standing) and membership rights.<br />

Please feel free to contact the membership<br />

chairperson, LeighAnne Severance @593-<br />

0208 284-6260 or any <strong>of</strong>ficer on the<br />

following page.


PRESIDENT<br />

Mike Lebda<br />

905-9971<br />

mjlebda@comcast.net<br />

VP-ACTIVITIES<br />

Jeff Engelman<br />

907-1200<br />

super78@comcast.net<br />

VP-PUBLIC RELATIONS/ MEMBERSHIP<br />

LeighAnne Severance<br />

593-0208<br />

laseverance@yahoo.com<br />

SECRETARY<br />

Kathy Marine<br />

408-712-8902<br />

teed4u@yahoo.com<br />

TREASURER<br />

Lynne Henenfent<br />

978-4898<br />

mhenenfent@aol.com<br />

Mission Statement / Officers..... 2-3<br />

A Word from our President.......... 4<br />

Secretary’s Minutes.................. 5-7<br />

CVC Officers History…..…….……... 8<br />

Birthdays & Anniversaries............ 9<br />

In the Garage w/ Charlie…….. 10-13<br />

CVC Activities............................ 14<br />

CVC Event Flyers.................. 15-17<br />

CVC Christmas Party Pics….… 18-31<br />

CVC Hayride/Dinner Pics…..… 32-36<br />

Ed Dena’s Run Pics…………….. 37-43<br />

From our Sponsor, Ed Dena....... 44<br />

PARLIAMENTARIAN<br />

Dick Danielsen<br />

298-5229<br />

redanielsenr@aol.com<br />

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS<br />

Chuck Laningham<br />

304-7662<br />

laningham@hotmail.com<br />

SUNSHINE & CLOUDS - NEWS<br />

Linda Laningham<br />

304-7662<br />

laningham@hotmail.com<br />

WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER EDITOR<br />

Charlie Fosnaugh<br />

299-0547<br />

fosnaugh@comcast.net


…a word from our President!<br />

Well here we are with a new President, VP <strong>of</strong><br />

Activities (Jeff Engelman), and VP <strong>of</strong> Membership<br />

(Leighanne Severance). Joining us for a second term<br />

is our Treasurer (Lynne Henenfent) and Secretary<br />

Kathy Marine). I see this year as an opportunity to<br />

have a lo t <strong>of</strong> fun and look at ways to advance our<br />

club’s identity in the social media arena. We need to<br />

look at ways to streamline how we carry on business<br />

and for that if you have any suggestions please bring<br />

to me so I can take it to the board. I have already<br />

asked Charlie for ideas on how we can make his job<br />

easier. We have discussed some ideas and maybe<br />

we will have something to present in the coming<br />

months.<br />

This is the third board position I have held and who<br />

knows maybe my last when I am impeached halfway<br />

through my term. This club has become a major part<br />

<strong>of</strong> our social life which I feel is good. I have made<br />

many new friends and rekindled friendships with<br />

some old friends. Our club has a lot to <strong>of</strong>fer and I<br />

hope some <strong>of</strong> our members realize that they too<br />

have th ings to <strong>of</strong>fer and share with our members.<br />

Several people have been working on ideas for runs<br />

and I hope they can become a reality.<br />

Our membership has fluctuated for as long as I have<br />

belonged to this club. We are down a little due to<br />

many unexpected events. Several <strong>of</strong> you have done<br />

a great job bringing in new members and I hope to<br />

see us grow in the future. I feel that social media is<br />

one way to reach potential new members. Keep up<br />

the work in bringing potential new members to the<br />

club.<br />

This ti me <strong>of</strong> year, we tend to be a little quiet<br />

regarding runs but here is a rundown <strong>of</strong> what we<br />

have so far. The New Year’s Eve Lunch and Movie<br />

run, Super Bowl party, and club picnic with date to<br />

follow soon. The president’s mystery run is still a<br />

mystery, but I plan to have one before my term<br />

expires.<br />

Michael Lebda, President


General<br />

Meeting<br />

Minutes<br />

12-17-19<br />

The General meeting was called to order by Dick<br />

Danielsen at 6:30 PM. Dick opened the meeting by<br />

presenting a special person, Claudia, Yosemite Falls<br />

Café waitress, with a holiday gift from the club in<br />

recognition and appreciation <strong>of</strong> her service at our<br />

meetings. Happy holidays and thank you Claudia.<br />

Secretary – Kathy Marine – The November Annual<br />

meeting minutes were read. Ruthie made a motion<br />

to accept the minutes as read; Leighanne seconded<br />

the motion.<br />

Treasurer’s Report - Lynn Henenfent gave the<br />

Treasurer’s report. She also stated $260.00 was<br />

collect in raffle ticket sales. Everyone was in the<br />

holiday giving spirit to the raffle. Freida spread<br />

holiday cheer as she sold those winning tickets.<br />

VP <strong>of</strong> Public Relations/Membership – Prior to<br />

ending her 2019 VP <strong>of</strong> Public Relations/Membership<br />

term, Ruthie introduced two revisiting guests <strong>of</strong><br />

Steve and Lydia Garcia: Randy Ray, and, Araceli and<br />

Wayne DeCamp; all have attended two meetings.<br />

Ruthie continued with announcing 9 birthdays and 5<br />

anniversaries for December. Happy birthday was<br />

sung with a joyous sounding noise. Three<br />

anniversaries were in the drawing for a $25.00<br />

Yosemite Falls Café gift card. With a loud rustling <strong>of</strong> a<br />

paper bag instead <strong>of</strong> a s<strong>of</strong>t jingling <strong>of</strong> Christmas bells,<br />

Dave and Lori Dukes became merry winners <strong>of</strong> the<br />

anniversary gift card. Congratulations!<br />

At the latest, Club membership, dues and pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

insurance were due by the December Ge neral<br />

meeting. Ruthie reported that most members have<br />

rejoined; lost a couple members but also gained<br />

some new members. The newest members, Mike<br />

and Jeannie King were presented with their<br />

initiation bags and badges. Due to an unfortunate<br />

circumstance, Jenn ie Schwan’s initiation fees and<br />

dues will be reimbursed should she decide not to<br />

continue with the club. Steve and Lydia Garcia,<br />

and, Tom and Emily Piercy were presented with<br />

$50.00 gift cards for sponsoring new members.<br />

Welcome to the new members and<br />

congratulations to all! Ruthie then reviewed the<br />

responsibilities <strong>of</strong> being a new member sponsor.<br />

Ruthie concluded her VP <strong>of</strong> Public<br />

Relations/Membership responsibilities thanking<br />

the club for allowing her to be a part <strong>of</strong> the CVC<br />

Board. She then relinquished he r position to<br />

Leighanne Severance, presenting Leighanne with<br />

her new badge as the <strong>2020</strong> VP <strong>of</strong> Public<br />

Relations/Membership.<br />

VP <strong>of</strong> Activities – Prior to Mike Lebda ending his<br />

2019 VP <strong>of</strong> Activities term, he informed the<br />

members <strong>of</strong> upcoming runs and activities. Each run<br />

leader gave a brief synopsis <strong>of</strong> their run and<br />

provided members with any updated information.<br />

See Run/Activity Schedule published in the<br />

newsletter for planned runs or contact run leaders<br />

with any questions regarding their run.<br />

As a follow- up to recently held runs, each run<br />

leader reflected on the highlights for member’s<br />

enjoyment.


Linda Laningham and Freida Nulls planned a<br />

fantastic CVC Holiday Party, held December 5 at<br />

Pardini’s. The food was delicious, games were fun,<br />

and music lively. Freida was on the prowl to get<br />

everyone out on the dance floor… whether she<br />

remembers or not.<br />

Charlotte Renna held a Moving Away Pizza Get -<br />

Together for Andy and Connie Anderson, November<br />

22. Members filled her house to wish Andy and<br />

Connie a safe and happy jour ney to their new home<br />

in North Carolina. Charlotte thanked members for<br />

contributing with their side dishes and desserts.<br />

Charlotte Renna hosted an Annual Christmas<br />

Hayride event, December 8. Approximately 50<br />

people came to enjoy the neighborhood’s holiday<br />

light displays and hayride tour around the<br />

neighborhood, ate good food, and visited with each<br />

other around the fire pits. Charlotte thanked Ruthie<br />

for the chili and others that provided desserts. A<br />

special thank you went to Keith and Debbie who<br />

provide th e hayride trailer; also, Chuck and Patrick<br />

who assist with trailer preparations.<br />

Mike and Marylou Lebda lead 19 cars to Dinuba<br />

December 14 to enjoy Ed Dena’s Annual Christmas<br />

and Train Display at his dealership that was quite<br />

extensive followed by a drive to his Classic Car<br />

Consignment Show Room in downtown Dinuba.<br />

The Dukes were able to participate on this fun day<br />

which ended at IHOP for lunch.<br />

Mike concluded his term, relinquishing his position<br />

to Jeff Engleman as the <strong>2020</strong> VP <strong>of</strong> Activities,<br />

presenting Jeff with his new VP <strong>of</strong> Activities badge.<br />

Parliamentarian: Dick asked Charlotte Renna for her<br />

input or comments. With a shout -out <strong>of</strong> “Good<br />

Luck”, Charlotte thanked the two new <strong>of</strong>ficers for<br />

accepting their Board positions and she thanked the<br />

remaining current Board members for staying in<br />

theirs. She then referred to the “In Memory Of”<br />

boards displayed, expressing the Club still stands<br />

proud after 28 years. Charlotte encouraged<br />

members not to take life for granted; it can change<br />

so quickly.<br />

Old Business: Dick queried the room for old<br />

business. None was <strong>of</strong>fered.<br />

New Business: Dick queried the room for new<br />

business. Debbie Garrison announced a Valentine<br />

Lunch at Cattleman’s Restaurant is being planned.<br />

Details available at <strong>January</strong>’s General meeting.<br />

Dick relinquished his 2019 President position<br />

thanking the 2019 Board members, Charlotte,<br />

Linda, Chuck, Mike Henenfent, and Freida for their<br />

club involvement; and Charlie who is an asset to<br />

the club. He then presented Mike Lebda with his<br />

new badge as <strong>2020</strong> Club President. As Mike took<br />

the microphone,<br />

presented Dick<br />

with a plaque in<br />

recognition and<br />

appreciation <strong>of</strong><br />

his work on the<br />

Board and his new Past President badge. Mike<br />

continued with inspiration for a fun new year with<br />

runs in the works. More details to be announced<br />

<strong>January</strong>/February. He also asked for volunteers to<br />

organize the Kroekerville Picnic (May) and Holiday<br />

Party (December). Give away no clues, Mike’s<br />

President’s Mystery Run is still a mystery.


Sergeant-<strong>of</strong>-Arms: Chuck Laningham “two-buck<br />

Chuck” fell a little short, collecting only a $1.50, but<br />

there will be no coal in his stocking as he was being<br />

mostly… not naughty…but nice.<br />

Sunshine and Clouds: It’s a magical time <strong>of</strong> year so<br />

with holiday merriment, Linda Laningham - listened -<br />

as members shared their joy to the world. It was<br />

joyful to hear Sue Comer was home, doing well, and<br />

looks forward to having visitors. As Linda wished a<br />

Merry Christmas to all… to all a good night… the<br />

meeting got closer to an end.<br />

Next General Meeting: To be held at Yosemite Falls<br />

Café, Tuesday, <strong>January</strong> 21, <strong>2020</strong>, at 6:30 PM.<br />

Next Board Meeting: To be held at Lebda home,<br />

Tuesday, <strong>January</strong> 28, <strong>2020</strong>, at 7:00 PM. Members<br />

are welcome to attend Board meetings. Please<br />

inform Club President <strong>of</strong> your attendance.<br />

General Meeting Adjourned: Skip made a motion<br />

to adjourn meeting at 7:33 PM. Fred seconded the<br />

motion.<br />

Respectfully submitted:<br />

Kathy Marine, Club Secretary<br />

All raffle prize donations are appreciated. Thank<br />

you to the following members for their donation:<br />

Danielsen, Derringer, Engleman, Fosnaugh,<br />

Garrahan, Garrison, Hayes, Henderson, Jarvis, King,<br />

Laningham, Lebda, Marine, Null, Olson, Parks,<br />

Piercy, Severance, Tavares, White<br />

Freida Null won a cash Prize!<br />

Dick Danielsen also won a cash prize!<br />

New Members Jeannie & Michael<br />

King received their CVC Members bag<br />

from sponsors Steve & Lydia Garcia.


CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES - BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />

PRESIDENT V.P. ACTIVITIES V.P. PUBLIC RELATIONS SECRETARY TREASURER<br />

1992 Chuck Vencill Terry Capurso Andy Anderson Charlotte Renna Mike Paul<br />

1993 Terry Capurso Chuck Vencill Sondra Aniotzbehere Chuck Laningham Clayton Olson<br />

1994 Charlotte Renna Keith Garrison Richard Mullins Jerry Mitchell Sue Comer<br />

1995 Andy Anderson Stan Qualls Richard Mullins Cheramay Qualls Debbie Garrison<br />

1996 Keith Garrison Mike Curtis Steve Smitha Tanya Mitchell Mike Crafton<br />

1997 Keith Garrison Mike Curtis Marilyn Goodall Linda Laningham Mike Crafton<br />

1998 Mike Curtis John Bird Joyce Kroeker Linda Laningham Patrick Garrahan<br />

1999 John Bird Skip Severance Joyce Kroeker Dorothy Gregerson Patrick Garrahan<br />

2000 John Bird Skip Severance Tamanee Krazan Dorothy Gregerson Ed Hokokian<br />

2001 Pat Garrahan Mike Curtis Tamanee Krazan Carrie Threet Ed Hokokian<br />

2002 Tamanee Krazan Craig Hansen Dale Comer Pam Hansen Joe Renna<br />

2003 Charlotte Renna Craig Hansen CJ Curtis Pam Hansen Joe Renna<br />

2004 Debbie Garrison Rodney Ainsworth Julie Sons Diane Ainsworth Jill Kroeker Rosen<br />

2005 Debbie Garrison Ron Miller Julie Sons Peggy Cook Jill Kroeker Rosen<br />

2006 Peggy Cook Jim Agar Mike Curtis Lynne Agar Terri Parks<br />

2007 Jim Agar John Johnson Andy Anderson Lynne Agar Terri Parks<br />

2008 Jim Agar John Johnson Lynn Massingham Sheryl DeMello Debbie Garrison<br />

2009 Charlotte Renna Keith Garrison Scott Parkin Sheryl DeMello Debbie Garrison<br />

2010 Charlotte Renna Scott Parkin Mary Case Linda Laningham Dave Case<br />

2011 Linda Laningham Patricia Garrahan Jan DeMello Sheryl DeMello Judy Capurro<br />

2012 Linda Laningham Keith Garrison Jan Pflepsen Sheryl De.-Terri Parks Judy Capurro<br />

2013 Craig Hansen Pam Hansen Jeff Levine Terri Parks Fred Parks<br />

2014 Craig Hansen Pam Hansen Skip Severance Kim Fosnaugh Fred Parks<br />

2015 Gary Pflepsen Skip Severance Dick Danielsen Debby Anderson Mike Lebda<br />

2016 Gary Pflepsen Skip Severance Charlotte Renna Debby Anderson Mike Lebda<br />

2017 Andy Anderson Dick Danielsen Charlotte Renna Terry Johnson Dick Johnson<br />

2018 Andy Anderson Dick Danielsen Dick Johnson Terry Johnson Darlene Derringer<br />

2019 Dick Danielsen Michael Lebda Ruthie Danielsen Kathy Marine Lynne Henenfent<br />

<strong>2020</strong> Michael Lebda Jeff Engleman LeighAnne Severance Kathy Marine Lynne Henenfent


Tom Piercy Jan 8 th<br />

David Sons Jan 10<br />

Debbie Garrison Jan 22<br />

Tom Jarvis Jan 22<br />

Lori Dukes Jan 30<br />

Larry King Jan 30<br />

Janet King Jan 30<br />

Don Olson Jan 31<br />

Mike & Diane Hayes Jan 3 rd 1962 58 YRS<br />

Charlie & Kim Fosnaugh Jan 17 th 1975 45 YRS<br />

Dale & Sue Comer Jan 27 th 1968 52 YRS<br />

Jim & Peggy Bandy Jan 30 th 1988 32 YRS


‘In the Garage’ w/Charlie<br />

C7 Corvette Stingray<br />

The Complete Reference, Facts, and History<br />

The C7 generation <strong>of</strong> Chevrolet Corvette was produced between 2013 and 2019 for<br />

the model years 2014 through 2019. As the name implies, it's the seventh-generation<br />

Corvette and the first since the C3 to use the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray name.<br />

The C7 Corvette took a few <strong>of</strong> its general design cues from the previous C6 Corvette,<br />

including keeping the exposed headlights. However, much <strong>of</strong> its styling was a dramatic<br />

departure from all previous models. Its look was highlighted by a more muscular and<br />

angled front end and C7 Corvette taillights that deviated from the traditional<br />

arrangement <strong>of</strong> two sets <strong>of</strong> round lenses. The first C7s hit the market in the third<br />

quarter <strong>of</strong> 2013; the last <strong>of</strong> the C7s were sold in the first half <strong>of</strong> 2019. It is widely<br />

expected to be the last frontengine Corvette in light <strong>of</strong> its successor -- the C8 -- moving<br />

to a mid-engine layout. Development <strong>of</strong> the C7 Corvette Chevy began the C7<br />

development in 2007, but the financial crisis and General Motors' bankruptcy delayed<br />

the model considerably; it wasn't until late in 2012 that Chevrolet announced that the<br />

C7 would debut in <strong>January</strong> <strong>of</strong> 2013. It was originally set to debut as a 2011 model.<br />

The C7 almost became the first Corvette with a mid-engine layout, but potentially high<br />

development costs (when G.M. had little expendable capital) kept the C7 in the<br />

traditional front-engine / rear-wheel-drive setup. The C7 instead featured a new 6.2-<br />

liter small-block V8 engine that made 455 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. <strong>of</strong> torque in base<br />

form. A seven-speed manual transmission was <strong>of</strong>fered as well as a six-speed G.M.<br />

automatic. The smallblock V8 included a cylinder deactivation system for fuel<br />

management and continuously variable valve timing. The new powerplant helped the<br />

C7 to accelerate from zero to 60 in 3.8 seconds. The suspension on the C7 was an<br />

independent double-wishbone setup with unequal length, plus transverse fiberglass<br />

mono-leaf springs.


C7 Styling and Reaction<br />

As previously mentioned, the C7 took its styling in a different direction from all previous<br />

generations, despite keeping a few elements such as the exposed headlights. Perhaps<br />

the biggest difference was the squared-<strong>of</strong>f rear end and non-round, trapezoidal<br />

taillights that were similar to those on the Camaro at the time. The aggressive and<br />

angular appearance was a source <strong>of</strong> disappointment for many Corvette fans, though<br />

G.M. said it was a deliberate move aimed at attracting a younger audience than<br />

traditionally bought <strong>Corvettes</strong>. The C7's rear end was also highlighted by four tailpipes<br />

mounted at the center <strong>of</strong> the lower bumper. Along with the aggressive back end, the<br />

C7 featured a large number <strong>of</strong> creases and vents around the body for aerodynamics.<br />

This was a large design departure from previous generations that had streamlined<br />

styling with few creases save semi-functional gills. Even the new exposed headlights<br />

had a more intricate and angular design than the C6 Corvette.<br />

2014 Model Year Equipment, Changes and Editions<br />

The new C7 Corvette featured a carbon fiber hood and then fiberglass composite for<br />

the majority <strong>of</strong> the rest <strong>of</strong> the car. Aerogel developed by NASA was used to stop<br />

transmission heat from getting into the cabin. Panels on the underbody were made<br />

from carbon-nano composite while the chassis was constructed from hydro-formed<br />

aluminum. Indirect LED technology was used in the formation <strong>of</strong> the taillights. Despite<br />

the full use <strong>of</strong> light materials in constructing the C7, it wasn't any lighter than the<br />

previous C6 generation.<br />

The 2014 Corvette <strong>of</strong>fered the following models and special editions:<br />

◾ Corvette C7 Stingray Coupe<br />

◾ 3LT Interior Package<br />

◾ Z51 Performance Package<br />

◾ C7 Corvette Stingray Convertible<br />

◾ Corvette Stingray Coupe and Convertible Premiere Edition<br />

◾ Gran Turismo, Atlantic and Pacific concepts<br />

2015 Model Year Equipment, Changes and Editions<br />

The 2015 C7 model year saw the introduction <strong>of</strong> an optional eight-speed automatic<br />

transmission for all models. The new Corvette Z06 was reintroduced for this year as<br />

well. It featured a new 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that made 650 horsepower<br />

and 650 poundfeet <strong>of</strong> torque. For this generation, Chevy made the Z06 available in<br />

both a coupe and a convertible. Dual-mode exhausts became standard for Z51<br />

<strong>Corvettes</strong>. A performance data recorder was a notable equipment addition and<br />

included a 720p H.D. camera, self-contained telemetry recorder and dedicated SDcard<br />

slot in the glove box. The PDR system had several modes, including track mode,<br />

sport mode, touring mode and performance mode. These were essentially modes<br />

aimed at competition drivers to help improve lap times.


The 2015 Corvette <strong>of</strong>fered the following models and special editions:<br />

◾ Z06 and Z07 Performance Package<br />

◾ Z06 Convertible<br />

◾ Corvette Stingray Atlantic Design Package<br />

◾ Corvette Stingray Pacific Design Package<br />

◾ Corvette C7.R<br />

The last model in this list was a racing version <strong>of</strong> the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. It<br />

included a 5.5 liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, which was made specifically for this<br />

model. It had 491 horsepower and a modified suspension to allow for wider tires and<br />

a larger brake system.<br />

2016 Model Year Equipment, Changes and Editions<br />

This model year saw the phasing out and removal <strong>of</strong> four colors and the addition <strong>of</strong><br />

one color. Daytona Sunrise Orange Metallic was removed in December 2015. <strong>January</strong><br />

2016 saw the removal <strong>of</strong> Night Race Blue, and then Shark Gray was removed some<br />

months later in May. The end <strong>of</strong> 2016 saw the removal <strong>of</strong> Laguna Blue, which was<br />

replaced by a new color called Admiral Blue. Only 336 total C7 <strong>Corvettes</strong> were made<br />

in this color, including 221 Stingray models and 115 Z06 models. Otherwise, nothing<br />

else for this year was changed.<br />

The following models and special editions were released for the 2016 model year:<br />

◾ Twilight Blue Design Package ZLD<br />

◾ Spice Red Design Package ZLE<br />

◾ Jet Black Sueded Design Package ZLG<br />

◾ Z06 C7.R Edition ZCR<br />

The special design packages were all available on 3Lx trim models and included<br />

different options for Z06 and Stingray models. Despite the color names <strong>of</strong> the<br />

packages, each package had several choices in actual exterior colors for the car. The<br />

last special edition was only available with the 3LZ trim and was mostly an appearance<br />

package despite the name. However, it ended up being fairly rare as only 650 cars<br />

were produced between the coupe and convertible editions. The convertible was the<br />

rarest at only 80 produced.<br />

2017 Model Year Equipment, Changes and Editions<br />

Nothing significant was changed for the 2017 model year; a total <strong>of</strong> 32,782 C7s were<br />

produced. This year did see the introduction <strong>of</strong> the brand new Grand Sport model,<br />

which was a mix <strong>of</strong> the Z51, Z06 and the Stingray components and body styling (the<br />

body style was mostly modeled on the Corvette Z06).<br />

The Grand Sport featured the following design elements:<br />

◾ New Grand Sport wheel design with 19x10 front wheels and 20x12 inch rear wheels<br />

◾ Pilot Super Sport summer tires by Michelin<br />

◾ Brembo brake system<br />

◾ Magnetic ride control and an electronic limited-slip differential as standard features


◾ LT1 V8 engine producing 460 horsepower with dry-sump oiling system and<br />

performance active exhaust system<br />

◾ Seven-speed manual transmission with rev match<br />

◾ Optional Z07 package with different tires and brakes<br />

The Grand Sport also had a Heritage Package, code-named Z15, that included various<br />

additional design features and six available colors. Finally, there was also a Grand<br />

Sport Collector Edition, code-named Z25. These were limited to only 1,000 vehicles<br />

and 850 <strong>of</strong> those were released in the American market. This edition was mostly<br />

cosmetic with special interior designs.<br />

2018 Model Year Equipment, Changes and Editions<br />

The 2018 model year began production in 2017 in June. It was discontinued at the<br />

end <strong>of</strong> July due to a plant shutdown that lasted until October. This model year saw the<br />

continuation <strong>of</strong> the Stingray, Grand Sport and Z06 models. This was also the year<br />

Chevy announced the ZR1. Like the Z06, it too used a supercharged 6.2-liter V8<br />

engine, but it made 755 horsepower and 715 poundfeet <strong>of</strong> torque. The ZL1 came with<br />

a seven-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic. It was further<br />

differentiated from lesser <strong>Corvettes</strong> with unique carbon fiber bodywork that was aimed<br />

at providing more cooling to the car's systems, plus a large rear spoiler. Other<br />

upgrades included Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, a unique exhaust system and<br />

unique wheels. Initially, the ZR1 was only revealed as a coupe, but a convertible<br />

version was eventually revealed as well. Chevy sold 9,686 Corvette models for 2018<br />

-- the lowest number since 1959 - - largely due to the short production time. Nothing<br />

significant was changed during this year, but there was yet another special edition in<br />

the Carbon 65 or Z30 Edition. This limited edition was made to commemorate the 65th<br />

anniversary <strong>of</strong> the Corvette. It was available in a new color <strong>of</strong> Ceramic Matrix Gray<br />

and could be had via the convertible and coupe body styles <strong>of</strong> either the Grand Sport<br />

3LT trim or the Z06 3LZ trim. Most everything in this special edition was cosmetic.<br />

2019: Final Model Year<br />

G.M. announced that 2019 would be the last model year for the C7 Corvette. The lastever<br />

C7 production model -- a black Z06 coupe -- was auctioned <strong>of</strong>f on June 28th,<br />

2019. A special edition was released in this model year called the Driver's Edition <strong>of</strong><br />

the Corvette Grand Sport. It included four different paint schemes chosen by the<br />

drivers on the Corvette racing team.<br />

See our Eight generations <strong>of</strong> Chevy Corvette gallery<br />

Previous generation: Corvette C6<br />

Next Up: Corvette C8<br />

Article By Autolist Staff | November 7, 2019


CVC<br />

Activities<br />

Schedule<br />

It was a fun 2019, but now it's time to get going for <strong>2020</strong>. There are some fun events already<br />

planned, but there is room for many more. If you are thinking about a run for the first time,<br />

myself and the board are available to help. You can also think about teaming up with someone.<br />

I can also help you with the flyer for the newsletter if needed. Before locking in a date for your<br />

run be sure to let me know so I can make sure there are no conflicts with other events.<br />

Thank you!<br />

Jeff Engleman, VP Activities, <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> <strong>Corvettes</strong><br />

Date(s): <strong>2020</strong> Upcoming Events: Meet at: Run Leaders:<br />

Jan 11 th Tom Mehlo’s Classic Chevy’s 8:00 am King’s<br />

Feb 2 nd Super Bowl Party (49ers vs.?) 2:00 pm Lebda’s<br />

Feb 14 th Valentine’s at Cattlemen’s TBA Garrison’s<br />

Mar ? Laughlin Run TBA Garrison’s<br />

Apr 25 th Clovis Rodeo Parade & Lunch 7:45 am Fosnaugh’s<br />

May 3 rd CVC Summer Picnic/Kroekerville Noon CVC Board<br />

GENERAL MEETING ALWAYS 3 RD TUESDAY 6:30 PM<br />

BOARD MEETING IS THE MONDAY FOLLOWING THE<br />

GENERAL MEETING AT NOON AT LEBDA’S HOME<br />

Dominos 2nd & 4th Thursday <strong>of</strong> the Month


Private Chevy Car Collection<br />

This is a very rare collection given the fact that<br />

prior to 1937 Chevrolets were made <strong>of</strong> wood<br />

frames and wooden internal body parts meaning<br />

they didn’t survive.<br />

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 th<br />

We will depart Carl’s Jr. at 8:30am and head to<br />

the big city <strong>of</strong> Strathmore where the private<br />

collection is located on a farm just out <strong>of</strong> town.<br />

After viewing the collection, we will head to<br />

Visalia for lunch at Triangle Drive-in.<br />

There will be a signup sheet at the November<br />

meeting. If you have any questions contact<br />

Larry King 559-908-0495


Lebda’s Super Bowl Party<br />

(Dominos for the Ladies)<br />

February 2, <strong>2020</strong><br />

Start time about one hour before kick <strong>of</strong>f.<br />

$5 per person to cover Hot Dogs,<br />

Non-alcoholic Drinks, Popcorn, and Chips.<br />

Signup deadline is the <strong>January</strong> meeting.<br />

That will also be the deadline for payment.<br />

If you would like to bring a dish or desert,<br />

indicate it on the signup sheet.<br />

Any questions call Mike or Mary Lou<br />

@ 559-298-7993<br />

PS. Don’t forget to bring Money.


VALENTINE’S DAY SWEETHEART RUN<br />

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14? ,<strong>2020</strong><br />

12 NOON<br />

CATTLEMENS STEAKHOUSE<br />

1880 ART GONZALES PARKWAY, SELMA<br />

Cattlemen’s Luncheon Menu<br />

MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW!<br />

Questions call Debbie – 559-355-9548 or email Keithgar@aol.com


Photos by Emily & Charlie

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