🚗The 1953 Corvette was the first production fiberglass car, with a production run of less than a thousand.
👀The 1958 Corvette introduced dual quad carburetors and an upgraded rear suspension.
🏁The 1959 Stingray Racer, designed by Bill Mitchell, had a major influence on future Corvette designs.
🎨Harley Earl, design chief at GM, was inspired by sports cars racing at Watkins Glen when creating the first Corvettes.
🔧The 1959 Stingray Racer featured inboard brakes and a unique brake duct system.
How many 1953 Corvettes were produced?
—Less than one thousand 1953 Corvettes were produced.
What were some notable features of the 1958 Corvette?
—The 1958 Corvette introduced dual quad carburetors and an upgraded rear suspension.
Who designed the 1959 Stingray Racer?
—The 1959 Stingray Racer was designed by Bill Mitchell and his team at GM.
How did the 1959 Stingray Racer influence future Corvette designs?
—The 1959 Stingray Racer played a significant role in shaping the design of future Corvette models.
What were some unique features of the 1959 Stingray Racer?
—The 1959 Stingray Racer had inboard brakes and a special brake duct system.
00:00In this episode of Jay Leno's Garage, Jay Leno explores the history and design of the first Corvettes.
02:28Jay introduces the 1953 Corvette, the first production fiberglass car with a production run of less than a thousand.
05:35Jay showcases the 1958 Corvette, highlighting its dual quad carburetors and upgraded rear suspension.
07:24Jay unveils the 1959 Stingray Racer, a car with a rich racing history and a major influence on future Corvette designs.
08:58Jay discusses the design and features of the 1959 Stingray Racer, including its inboard brakes and brake duct system.
