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1958 Chevrolet Corvette XP-700 |
Year 1958 |
Brand Chevrolet |
Model Corvette |
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Designed and built under the personal supervision of William (Bill) Mitchell, the wild-looking 1958 Chevrolet Corvette XP-700 concept car used many regular Corvette components, such as the frame, chassis parts and engine. The fiberglass body was extensively redesigned with a ‘grand prix’ appearance. The long, low front overhang, large air scoops, exposed frontal areas and wire wheels with racing hubs were a few of the ‘grand prix’ touches. The bubble-shaped laminated plastic canopy – coated with vaporized aluminum to help block the sun’s rays – was one of the most memorable features of the car. A metal strut in the center of the canopy featured louvered vents, which enhanced circulation in the passenger compartment. Among the more exotic concepts: an overhead mirror, mounted above the windshield with a viewing porthole in the roof structure. The rear end styling influenced the second generation Corvette models.
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