Lot detailsYear: 1956Make: ChevroletModel: Corvette C1Registration: USA 703Chassis No: E56S 002303Odometer: 00185The Chevrolet Corvette marked a turning point in the history of America's first true sportscar.

Introduced just three years after the Corvette's debut in 1953, the '56 model was the first major redesign and signalled Chevrolet's determination to transform the Corvette from a niche experiment into a serious competitor on the performance car market.

Visually, the 1956 Corvette received a new body design that gave it a more aggressive and refined look compared to the earlier models.

Gone were the simple rounded lines of the first-generation cars, replaced with sculpted side coves, cleaner fender lines, and an overall sleeker profile.

Buyers could even choose contrasting paint for the side coves, adding to the sporty flair.

Another big improvement was the availability of roll-up windows and an optional removable hardtop, features that made the Corvette more practical and ap...