Chevy Corvette Facts
Today
Today's Corvette styling recalls 1960s-era European roadster design, along with exposed headlamps, new high-performance suspension, and a 400-horsepower 6-liter engine. While the basic impression of a sports motorcar remains, GM state in original dotage has hinted that a Corvette sedan is imaginable to compete against the Porsche Panamera.Origins
The early Corvette was designed by famed GM stylist Harley Earl. Its term derives from the fast-moving Area Strike II Period Corvette naval ship.
Debut Models
The 1953 Corvette featured a then-rare fiberglass entity and a straight-6 engine, drum brakes, and a 2-speed automatic transmission.
Design Overhaul
The Corvette was redesigned for the 1962 representation year and featured the eponym Stingray since its new style reflected the shape of the stingray fish.
Unbridled Power
By 1968, more power accompanied a new, sleek, shark-like design with a 350-cubic-inch V-8 and the optional all-aluminum 427-ci V-8 that generated 500 horsepower.
Production Problems
Production problems upended the delivery of the 1983 models, which were never manufactured due to severe supplier problems involving the manufacture and delivery of wheels and instrument clusters.
Down its six generations, the Chevrolet Corvette has established a label as the premiere American-built two-seater sports motorcar. The Corvette is manufactured by Usual Motors. Introduced in 1953 and yet produced nowadays, it is currently built at GM's Bowling Bosky, KY, meeting plant.
