The Chevrolet Corvette C2 was introduced in the summer of 1962 as the second generation of the Corvette under the name Sting Ray. The term ‘Sting Ray’ refers to the stingray in English. Unlike its successor, the Corvette C3, the name was still spelled with a space. For the first time, the Corvette was available as a coupé in addition to a convertible. The later legendary ‘Big Block’ V8 engines first appeared in 1965, initially with a displacement of 6.5 liters and, from 1966, with a displacement of 7.0 liters. Larry Shinoda (a US citizen with Japanese roots) designed the Sting Ray generation, which was built between 1963 and 1967, under GM design chief Bill Mitchell. Examples of the C2 with the ‘Big Block’ engine, available from 1965, can be recognized by the distinctive scoop on the bonnet. The so-called ‘L78’ engine required more space, which necessitated a bulge in the special bonnet. Another new feature was the rotating headlights, which were to become a regular feature in later models as pop-up headlights and only disappeared again in 2005 with the Corvette C6. This fantastic Sting Ray was built on 26 May 1966 and delivered to Dearing Chevrolet in Savannah, Georgia. Ordered with a 427 cui/425 hp V8, 4-speed transmission, Positrac rear axle, side exhaust system and center-lock wheels, the Corvette must have given its first owner a lot of pleasure. Apart from a copy of the delivery invoice, nothing is known about the early years of this powerful convertible. Three American owners are documented from 1993 onwards, before the Vette was imported to its first Swiss owner in 2013. At the end of 2022, the car was taken over by a well-known collector, who never registered it and hardly ever drove it. The C2 still has its matching-numbers original engine and is presented in the original colour combination of ‘Milano Maroon’ with black leatherette upholstery. Basically, the rare power convertible is in very good condition, but due to its long period of inactivity, a major service and a general check-up are certainly to be expected. The Sting Ray will be handed over to its next owner with FIVA ID and the latest veteran MOT completed in August 2020.