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04/01/2023 12:15 pm
Another view of the next Corvette year, 1955. DM offered two of these magical cars in two great colors. One was a more common, the other was unusual and seldom seen on a 1:1 Corvette. Of the 1st three years, the '55 is my favorite. For me, I believe Chevrolet finally brought it all together in a cohesive package. The introduction of a V8 gave the Corvette what it needed to continue, and thankfully, it did.Â
I understand that the Corvette's 1st generation ran from 1953 to 1962, but for me, I think the first 3 years stand alone. They are to me, the Corvette in its simplest form. The '56 & '57, while significant, are far less appealing. I really don't get interested again until 1958, I consider the '59 & '60 models as the climax of the 1st generation. The Corvette evolves and moves forward from there, but for me the '58-'60 models are the ones that always turn my head and gets my attention.Â
I believe that the '55, is really where the Corvette as we see today, found it's voice and power to continue, so here they are in fine form from the Danbury Mint.
1955 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster
in Gypsy Red
in Harvest Gold
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John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
04/01/2023 12:26 pm
Corvette finally caught up with the Thunderbird ditching the Blue Flame 6 for the 265 cid "Turbo-Fire" V8 that offered 40 more HP. If you waited for the mid-1955 season, you could ditch the godawful Powerglide for a 3 speed manual.
04/01/2023 3:25 pm
Thank you John......a SWELL posting of my two favorite corvette newborns 😀Â
Tony Perrone reacted
04/01/2023 4:33 pm
great post John, have to agree with you on the 58-60s. I love all Corvettes but there is just something that overall design of those 3 years. Some years back a beautiful red 58 was stopped just outside my workplace, a theatre, I swear conversations stopped when people saw it.
John Merritt reacted
04/01/2023 6:31 pm
Two very perfect colors for those little Corvette's. I think both colors add to the sportiness of the cars. THANKS for sharing John! Â
George Schire
Oakdale, Minnesota