1963 Chevrolet Corvette Rondine
The genuine Italian American
REVIEW
For the 1963 Paris Motor Show, Pininfarina prepared a bespoke Corvette C2 known as the Rondine. Unlike the original's Fiberglass body, Pininfarina crafted this unique coupe in steel.
Ultimately heavier than the original, the Rondine at least has a unique style. Compared to the C2 Stingray body, Pininfarina's version has an increased front overhang and a much more dramatic sloping nose. This adds considerable length to the car and makes the interior appear more rearward.
Inside, the car has a stock dashboard and seats, but attention to detail around the doors is exceptional. The door jams themselves are chromed and decorated panels are fitted. The greenhouse is quite bright due to the white leather upholstery and a large wraparound rear windscreen.