YS-005 Yenko race car driven by Jerry Thompson - 1967 SCCA D Production Champion
Org. Dealer: Yenko Chevrolet
Sales Date: Approx. 12/68
Stock: 6058
Org. Owner: Jerry Thompson Detroit, MI
Stage: Engine: Axle: Trans:
Current Owner: Bill Sanders State: CA
History: Prior Owner: James Reeve, Jr. Car has early VIN, prior to December COPO run.
Sales Date: Approx. 12/68
Stock: 6058
Org. Owner: Jerry Thompson Detroit, MI
Stage: Engine: Axle: Trans:
Current Owner: Bill Sanders State: CA
History: Prior Owner: James Reeve, Jr. Car has early VIN, prior to December COPO run.
One of 5 Prototypes built prior to the 100 Corsa COPO run.
This is a picture of the Yenko Prototype displayed in the Yenko Dealership showroom. We believe it is the same car that was displayed in November, 1965 at the Daytona SCCA runoffs. Note the larger Stinger Decal on the landou panel and tail pipes under rear valance panel. Sign said: Yenko Sportscars, Inc. - of Canonsburg, PA - Presents the Stinger - 1966 SCCA "D" Production.
Mention of 5 handmade prototypes on December 8, 1965 Pittsburg Post Gazette