Corvette: Five Decades of Sports Car Speed

The name stirs the passions of car lovers around the world, conjuring images of a sports car as unique as the country in which it was created. The car first hit showroom floors half a century ago, and the Corvette has been engaged in a love affair with sports car fans ever since. Long, low, sleek, and powerful, the Corvette's mix of raw V-8 power and sports car elegance have made it a true automotive icon. After fifty years and five generations of design, the Corvette has come to be America's pre-eminent sports car, offering the ultimate driving experience. Stunning photography combined with a well-researched history of the legendary model make this an essential book for anyone interested in the American sports car.