Master Product Vivian J. Rheinheimer

The Chevrolet Corvette C1 was the first generation of the legendary Corvette and was produced from 1953 to 1962. It marked the US entry into the sporty two-seater market and combined striking design with powerful V8 engines (starting in 1955). With its fiberglass body, distinctive grille, and growing motorsport presence, the C1 quickly became a symbol of American sports car culture. Over the course of its production run, it underwent numerous technical and visual developments, laying the foundation for the international success of the Corvette series.