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Even Bill Mitchell, General Motors Design Chief, commented that the GM Styling practices of that era were too quick to “ladle on chrome with a trowel.” As the 1959 Corvette was nearing production, it was decided that, once again, the design teams would re-visit Corvette and clean up the overall appearance of the car.
Ironically, the 1958 ‘Vette, along with other Chevrolet models, had been the subject of more than a little criticism and ridicule for it’s excessive use of chrome plating and trim. As the previous model year began drawing to a close, Chevrolet basked ever so briefly in the fact that they had finally achieved sales and marketing success with the 1958 Corvette.
To the credit of all involved, the 1959 Corvette was “cleaned up” considerably. For one, the chrome “suspenders” were removed from the design, providing Corvette with a more swept-back look that was synonymous with speed.
For another, it was decided that the faux hood louvers would be eliminated, returning the Corvette to a semblance of its former self.
1959 Corvette - The Ultimate Guide
As with the 1958 Corvette before it, the powertrain of the ‘59 Corvette was unchanged from previous years – with one exception: the addition of trailing radius rods. These trailing rods were introduced to help counteract rear-axle windup, while also contributing to a softer overall ride and noticeably less rear-end shifting while driving on uneven surfaces.
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After World War II, Americans were eager for fun and excitement, fueling the growing demand for convertible sports cars. The...
This original 1959 Corvette was ordered with the best options from the factory to make it a highly competitive racing...
The introduction of a V-8 engine and a three-speed manual transmission in 1955 marked a significant improvement for the Corvette brand as it helped in solidifying its status as a contender in the American sports car scene. A substantial redesign in 1958 not only added flair to the Corvette’s appearance...
This 1959 Corvette Custom has undergone an extensive high-end build. The original 1959 Corvette body now features specially blended Mint...
For those enthusiasts who adore the classic first-generation Corvette body style but crave a blend of modern performance and amenities,...
The Corvette firmly established itself as America’s Sports Car, winning the hearts of enthusiasts nationwide. Its iconic design and performance-oriented chassis made it a popular choice among customizers seeking exciting projects. Despite the Corvette’s already impressive capabilities, customizers often upgraded them to modernize drivability and enhance performance. One such custom...
In 2012, Pogea Racing unveiled perhaps one of the best first-generation Corvette restomods you’ll ever see. It’s also worth noting...
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This 1959 Corvette was known as the “The Instigator” during its drag racing these days....
Chevrolet sales of the 1959 Chevy Corvette totaled 9,670 units, a number that was just shy of the landmark 10,000...
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Classic car comparison: 1959 Corvette vs 1956 Thunderbird....
When the crankshaft broke on Gary Laughlin’s Ferrari Monza he had had enough. Being the owner of several Chevrolet dealers, he turned to Peter Coltrin to have a few rebodied. Fortunately, they pursued Sergio Scaglietti who made three fastback coupes on the Corvette chassis.
It’s no secret that Kevin Hart loves his classics and this was made even more clear when he dropped $825,000 on a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. Hart won the Corvette resto-mod at the Barrett Jackson auction recently held in Scottsdale. The freshly restored C1 Corvette was finished in Franny Green with...
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While there are some early C1 Corvettes out there that are exceedingly rare and prohibitively expensive, there are plenty of first-generation Corvettes - especially those between 1959 and 1961 - that are well within the range of most budgets.
