Fan Friday: Lory Husar’s 2024 C8 Stingray

Some dreams take time to come true, and for Lory Husar, the journey to Corvette ownership has been decades in the making. Inspired by Donna Mae Mims and her iconic Pink Corvette, the spark for Corvette passion was ignited in the late '70s. But when the opportunity to buy her first Corvette arose in 1979, practicality—and timing—had other plans.

At the time, Lory found herself torn between two choices: a sleek Corvette and a rugged full-size Blazer. With winter fast approaching and frequent trips to Seven Springs on the horizon, the Corvette’s 4-speed manual transmission seemed less than ideal for icy roads and snowy weather. Adding to the hesitation, Lory had no one to teach her how to drive stick—and the cost of replacing clutches while learning wasn’t something she wanted to take on. Surprisingly, the Blazer, despite being more practical, came with a higher price tag than the Corvette. In the end, the Blazer made more sense for her lifestyle at the time, but the dream of owning a Corvette never faded.

Fast forward 50 years and six cars later, that long-held dream finally became a reality with the arrival of "Ella," Lory’s jaw-dropping 2024 C8 3LT Stingray Hardtop Convertible. Ella is as functional as she is gorgeous, boasting two hardtops: one that continues the Rapid Blue body color with bold Red Line decals, and another—a smoky-clear sunroof—that adds a modern, stylish touch.

For Lory, Ella isn’t just a car; she represents decades of determination and the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. Proof that some passions only grow stronger with time—and when they’re finally realized, they’re better than you could have imagined.

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