page_title: Chevrolet Corvette (C1)
section_title: 1956–1957
hierarchical_section_title: Chevrolet Corvette (C1) / 1956–1957
caption_attribution_description: Chevrolet Corvette 1957
context_page_description: The Chevrolet Corvette (C1) is the first generation of the Corvette sports car produced by Chevrolet. It was introduced late in the 1953 model year, and produced through 1962. It is commonly referred to as the "solid-axle" generation, as the independent rear suspension did not appear until the 1963 Sting Ray. The Corvette was rushed into production for its debut model year to capitalize on the enthusiastic public reaction to the concept vehicle, but expectations for the new model were largely unfulfilled. Reviews were mixed and sales fell far short of expectations through the car's early years. The program was nearly canceled, but Chevrolet would ultimately stay the course.
caption: Fuel-injected 1957 convertible
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