Chevrolet Corvette (1997)

Model Detail

Brand: Maisto
Scale: 1:24
Colour: Red
Features: Opening Doors, Hood; Adjustable Front Wheels; Workable Steering with Independent spring suspension for wheels

Car Information and Specifications

Corvette fans had been waiting a long while for an all-new model. When it arrived during 1996, the fifth-generation rear-drive sports car delighted some enthusiasts but dissatisfied others. Arriving on the market in January 1997, the latest Corvette was practically a different breed of sports car. Again fiberglass-bodied, the 2-seater was 1.2 inches longer than its predecessor, on a wheelbase that gained a whopping 8.3 inches. The transmission moved from behind the engine to the rear axle. That change was intended to create a more even front/rear balance, and also to improve interior packaging. A removable roof panel was standard on the new hatchback coupe. Analog gauges replaced the prior mix of digital and analog instruments. No spare tire was included, due mainly to lack of space. That wasn't exactly a drawback, since the standard tires could run for up to 200 miles with no air pressure at all. A 5.7-liter LS1 aluminum V8 engine produced 345 horsepower. A 4-speed automatic transmission was standard, with 6-speed manual shift the optional choice. Traction control was standard. Corvettes were in short supply for a while. At first, only high-volume Corvette dealers got cars at all.

The 1997 Corvette features more room for passengers and cargo than its predecessors. With more headroom, legroom and shoulder room, the passenger compartment has been designed to be more comfortable as well as user friendly. The doorways are also larger, providing easier entry and exit.