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A Mojave Gold 1972 Chevrolet Z28 Camaro that borrowed Zora Arkus-Duntov's legendary LT-1 350 cubic inch solid lifter small-block V8 from the Corvette 1970-1972; this was the last solid lifter engine available and had to be discontinued due to "pass-by" noise legislation. Photo courtesy of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

The Setting of the Age of Aquarius, Corvette Power C1 to C8, Part 5

It’s the 70s that are remembered for lethargic vehicles, sapped by the onset of emission constraints. Certainly the horsepower bubble burst in the 70s. However, regulatory pressures were mounting well before the days of disco. Furthermore, automotive legislation went far beyond tailpipe emissions. In fact, the government began restricting potentially harmful fumes in the mid-60s and scrutiny of vehicle's safety,…

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