
Chevrolet
Corvette 1957 white/red
The responsive 1957
Corvette reflected the engineering efforts of the legendary Zora Arkus-Duntov.
This sleek automobile was available with a sensational ramjet fuel injection
system, positraction, and a close-ratio fourspeed transmission. With these
components, the first high performance Corvette had been born. The potent
283 cubic inch engine produced a phenomenal 283 horsepower, and was capable
of propelling this impressive machine through the quarter mile in 14.2 seconds.
The synchromesh Borg-Warner gearbox had appeared on the factory backed competition
Corvettes, and proved to be a popular option with Corvette enthusiasts.
The 1957 Corvette benefited from the same suspension modifications that
significantly improved the handling of the 1956 model.
The 1957 Corvette is recognized as one of the finest all around sports cars,
ever created. This amazing automobile offered spirited performance and handling
previously unknown to the sports car enthusiast. As opposed to its European
counterparts, this Corvette was enjoyable to drive throughout the year.
This fine automobile stands as a milestone in modern sports car development
Oldtimerfestival Venhuizen april 2006

