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1968 was possibly
the worst quality production year ever due at least in part to
Cheverolt policy to treat the Corvette like any other
production car - this had a very negative reaction from the
buying public and by the end of the year higher quality and
model independence were restored.
1968 was
the first year for hidden windshield wipers.
1974 was the last year
for true dual exhaust. |
1968 was possibly the worst quality production year ever due
at least in part to Cheverolt policy to treat the Corvette
like any other production car - this had a very negative
reaction from the buying public and by the end of the year
higher quality and model independence were restored.
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The two differences
between the 1971 and the 1972 was the 1972 had amber front
turning lamps and chrome plating on the egg-crate grills.
1973 production
is missing 4,000 serial numbers. The last serial number is
34,464 yet only 30,464 units were built.
1979 was the
highest production year in Corvette history with 53,807 units
built.
1981 Corvettes were
produced in both Bowling Green and St. Louis. |
