American Icons 1:43 Collection: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette by Franklin Mint

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

1957 Chevrolet Corvette by Franklin Mint

Corvette is undoubtedly the most famous sports car. This is the 1957 model of First generation Corvette (1953-1962) . This model has new body featuring a new "face" and side coves; the taillamp fins were also gone. The introduction of the 1956 /57 brought a significant styling element known as the "coves". They first appeared on Cadillac's 1955 Motorama LaSalle II dream car. The horizontal scallop would continue in all the straight axle Corvettes (until 1962) and then reappear in later models. According to me the 1956 Corvette styling is regarded as one of the best looking cars ever.
Surprisingly, it is difficult to find a good model of this vehicle. This Franklin Mint has charisma, but little bloated proportions. The color combination is beautiful - Venetian Red/White. Well made removable hard-top and quality chrome trim. Simply - lovely piece!
The Corvette's interior is handsome in red with silver trim on the doors and dash. The three-spoked steering wheel and gauges look realistic, and there's a cue-ball shift knob. All the badging is appropriate, the features wide white sidewall tires.