I grew up in the era as well. Everybody seemed to know every make, model, performance. You could tell at a glance. So when Joe's Corvette came up something just didn't seem quite right.
Checked out that Corvette on Leno's garage. Great video ! It allowed the full style to show off. Front end is totally clean. No badges present on either front panel. So where's they go Joe ?
Just curious. Most Corvettes have those badges.