Chevrolet Corvette America's Sports Car, 1959
THF140474 / Chevrolet Corvette America's Sports Car, 1959
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Artifact Overview
Corvette styling received modest updates for 1959. Chrome strips were removed from the rear deck lid, and the bucket seats and door panels were redesigned. Exterior color choices included black, white, cream, silver, red, blue, and crown sapphire. Contrasting side coves were available in either silver or white. Factory price started at $3,875 and yearly production totaled 9,670 cars.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Brochure
Date Made
1958-1959
Subject Date
1959
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
92.150.541
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of Henry Austin Clark, Jr.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8.125 in
Width: 10.25 in
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