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Exterior Color	Polo White
Interior Color	Red 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster
Engine	235 CI Inline 6-CYLI
Stock #	S238

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

1 of 300 produced Unrestored original example Two owners for more than 60 years People's Choice to not restore at the 2019 Greater Milwaukee Car and Truck Show Wisconsin car 235 CI Blue Flame Inline 6-cylinder engine Automatic transmission Polo White exterior Red interior Bucket seats AM radio Heater Original rear end straps still in place Wide Whitewall tires For more information, please visit mecum.com.

This vehicle will be sold at auction, and is not available for direct purchase. For more information, click here.

· Color: Polo White

Exterior Color	Polo White
Interior Color	Red 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster
Engine	235 CI Inline 6-CYLI
Stock #	S238

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May 10 - 18 in Indianapolis, IN.

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About the 1953 Chevrolet Corvette

The first generation of the Chevrolet Corvette, also known as the C1 Corvette, was produced from 1953 to 1962. Introduced as a two-seater sports car, the C1 Corvette was Chevrolet's response to the growing popularity of European sports cars in the American market.

The C1 Corvette made its debut as a concept car at the 1953 GM Motorama show and was later released for public production. It featured a sleek and stylish design with a fiberglass body and a distinctive dual-element taillight design, which would become a signature feature of future Corvette models.

Under the hood, the early C1 Corvettes were powered by a 235 cubic-inch inline-six engine, which was later replaced by a more powerful V8 engine. The V8 engine, known as the "Blue Flame" engine, became synonymous with the Corvette's performance reputation.

The C1 Corvette saw numerous updates and improvements during its production run, including the addition of more powerful engine options and refinements to the design and handling.

In 1955, the Corvette received its first V8 engine, a 265 cubic-inch small-block V8, significantly boosting the car's performance and appeal to enthusiasts.

In 1961, the iconic "ducktail" rear styling was introduced, which became an iconic design element of the C1 Corvette.

The first-generation Corvette was a critical stepping stone in establishing the Corvette as an American automotive icon, setting the stage for the future success and enduring legacy of the Corvette nameplate.

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1953 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster For Sale

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

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