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The 1968 model had bad workmanship. It had leaky roofs, creaking bodies and overheating problems. In the overall performance, it was better than ever, mainly in handling—thanks to stiffer suspension, new tires and standard all disc brakes. They sold 28,566 of this Corvette. |
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The 1972 Corvette was the last Corvette with chrome bumpers on front and rear. These coupes started at $5,533 and were the last year with a removable back window. Convertibles cost $5296 and accounted for 24 percent of the 27,004 Corvettes built. |
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The 1980 Corvette fought to preserve gas mileage by lowering it’s weight by 250 pounds. It was switched to aluminum for the differential housing, adopted some thinner plastic body panels, and got a reshaped nose and tail caps that reduced the drag. They built 40,614 Corvettes that year. | |
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The one millionth Corvette, a white convertible with specially stitched headrests, came off the Bowling Green assembly line on July 2, 1992. Chevy proudly poses it along side a 1953 model. Oddly, Corvette production shrunk to 20,479 for the 1992 model. That was the lowest number produced since 1962. |
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The 1993 Corvette production rebounded to 21, 590. A 40th Anniversary Option Package included ruby red paint, matching leather seats and wheel centers. This car got a special badge. This package cost an extra $1,455 and was ordered on 6,749 cars. |
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