From 1965 the Corvette used four-wheel disc brakes with four-piston calipers. Over time, moisture in the brake fluid pits the caliper bores and the seals start leaking. A common fix is rebuilding the calipers with stainless steel sleeves, which resist pitting.

What brake fluid does, why it wears out, how DOT ratings differ and when Corvette owners should think about flushing it.

A plain-English tour of all eight Corvette generations, what changed between them and what each one is like to own today.

Why many front-engine Corvettes left the factory on run-flats, what changes if you switch to conventional tires, and how the C8 handles flats.

What to check, bring and expect before your first high-performance driving event (HPDE) in a Corvette.

How to put a Corvette away for the off-season so it starts easily in spring, without flat-spotted tires, a dead battery or a rodent nest.

A step-by-step approach to inspecting a used Corvette before you buy, and when to bring in a specialist.