Under the Hood: A V8 That Could Make the General Lee Jealous The 1959 Corvette C1 wasn't just about sleek looks; it packed a serious punch under the hood. Nestled within the iconic Stingray design ...

Originally published in Sports Cars Illustrated in December 1958. Alone amongst sports cars, Corvette sticks to the Detroit habit of annual changes. Though far from all-new, the '59 models ...