There was not much of a change from the 1956 to 1957 Corvette. The rearview mirrow which was a thumb and screw adjustable, was now a lock nut that required a wrench to adjust it. Some people complained about this. The big news however, was the introduction of the 283 cid, 283 horsepower fuel injected V8.

Engine Facts:
Standard engine: V8, 283 cid, 185 horsepower @ 4600 rpm
Optional Engine #1: V8, 283 cid, 245 horsepower, four-barrell carburetor
Optional Engine #2: V8, 283 cid, 250 horsepower, rochester fuel injection
Optional Engine #3: V8, 283 cid, 270 horsepower, two four-barrell carburetors
Optional Engine #4: V8, 283 cid, 283 horsepower, rochester fuel injection

Chassis Facts:
The wheelbase was 102 inches, while the overall length was 168 inches.

Options Available:

AM Radio - $185.00	Directional Signals - $16.75	Heater - $110.00
Windshield Washer - $11.00	Parking Brake Signal - $5.00	Four Speed Auto Transmission - $175.00
Power Top - $130	Electric Power Windows - $55.00	Positraction axle with 4.11:1 ratio- $45.00
Positraction axle with 4.56:1 ratio- $45.00	Hydraulic Folding Top Mechanism - $100.00	Courtesy Lights - $8.00
White sidewall tires - $30.00	Five 15 x 5.5 inch wheels - $14.00	Heavy Duty Racing Suspension - $725.00
Optional Cover Color - $18.00	283, 245 horsepower dual four carburetors - $140	283, 270 horsepower dual four carburetors and Duntov camshaft - $170
283, 250 horsepower with fuel injection - $450	283 cid, 283 horsepower, rochester fuel injection - $675.00

Pricing in 1957:
$3,176.00

Total Production:
6,339

Below are some Corvette's viewers sent us.
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283ci V8 engine producing 270hp with two 4Bbl carbs, 3 speed manual transmission, Power top, Wonderbar radio, E-brake warning light, Windshield washers, Courtesy lights, Heater, Hubcaps, 6.70x15" wide white wall tires, Spare, Jack and jack tools. This 1957 Corvette is in fabulous condition!

From Hugh Tripper in NJ.

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