Corvette History

The Chevrolet Corvette is a sports car that has been produced by the American automaker Chevrolet since 1953. The first model, a convertible, was introduced at the GM Motorama in 1953 as a concept show car.

The first production model was released in 1953 and was powered by a “Blue Flame” inline six-cylinder engine. The second generation, introduced in 1963, was the first to feature the iconic Sting Ray name, and it was also the first to offer a coupe body style. The third generation, introduced in 1968, was the first to feature a fully independent suspension and a removable roof panel. The fourth generation, introduced in 1984, was a major redesign that featured a modern, aerodynamic body and a new interior.

The fifth generation, introduced in 1997, marked a return to the traditional front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout and a sleek, modern design. The sixth generation, introduced in 2005, featured a more angular design and a new frame made from aluminum and hydroformed steel. The seventh generation, introduced in 2014, featured a new, more powerful V8 engine and a new, more aerodynamic exterior design. The eighth generation, introduced in 2020, was an all-new design that featured a mid-engine layout and a new, more powerful V8 engine.