1958 Corvette    (Generation C1)

1958 Corvette

1958 Corvette Interior

Convertible Price: $3631

Standard Engine: 283 - 8 cyl.

Horsepower: 230 HP Base (optional 245, 250fi, 270 and 290fi)

Units Produced:
9168

Top Speed: 120 MPH

Highlights of This Year:
Redesigned for 1958, First year that the Corvette turned a profit for Chevrolet, $1200 in options, and the new vette was race-ready right out of the showroom: 283 Cubic Inch V8, Positraction, Heavy-duty brakes and suspension, Four-speed transmission and Metallic brake linings.

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