1956 Chevrolet Corvette
We are thrilled to offer this stunning, increasingly rare 1956
Corvette Convertible, finished in brilliant red with striking white
coves!
The 1956 Corvette was a turning point for Chevrolet's young
two-seat sports car. Introduced only three years earlier, the
Corvette had struggled with modest sales and an uncertain identity.
For 1956, Chevrolet gave it a major redesign and a stronger
performance focus, creating a more practical, attractive, and
competitive roadster. These changes helped establish the Corvette
as a serious American sports car rather than merely a stylish
experiment.
Engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov was especially important to Corvette's
developing performance character. Chevrolet supported competition
efforts during 1956, and Corvette successes at Daytona and Sebring
strengthened the car's credibility with enthusiasts.
The fiberglass-bodied 1956 Corvette debuted sculpted side coves
that became a signature of early models. Reshaped front fenders,
exposed round headlights, cleaner rear styling, and an optional
contrasting cove color gave it a lower, more purposeful look.
Functionality improved as well. For the first time, the Corvette
had exterior door handles and roll-up side windows. Buyers could
also choose an auxiliary removable hardtop, a power-operated
folding top, and power windows, making the roadster easier to live
with than the 1953-1955 models.
Features:
Two-tone Paint Combination-Red/White Coves
265 cu V8 Engine-225 hp
Dual four-barrel carburetors
2-Speed Powerglide Automatic Transmission
Power Brakes
Front Disc Brakes
Soft Top
AM Radio
White Dash
Red Leather Seats
Parking Brake Alarm
Courtesy Lights
Whitewall Tires
Spare Tire
Total Production: 3,467
The 265-cubic-inch V8 gave the Corvette the performance the
original six-cylinder cars had lacked. The popular dual-quad option
raised output to 225 horsepower. The manual gearbox emphasized the
car's sporting nature, although the Powerglide automatic remained
available.
Only 3,467 Corvettes were built for 1956, making this landmark C1 a
rare blend of bold style, V8 performance, and lasting appeal.
With its iconic side coves and early small-block V8, this 1956
Corvette is a true collector's prize-make it yours!
We welcome all inspections and appraisals.
For more information:
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Phone: (727) 580-9919 or (727) 580-9919
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