1956 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1956

Listed price

$93,995

Location

Saint Charles, Missouri

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

2,437 miles

The 1956 Corvette marked a pivotal moment in the model's nascent history, shedding its initial six-cylinder-only offering and fully embracing its destiny as America's sports car. After a lukewarm reception to the original 1953-1955 models, Chevrolet designers, led by Zora Arkus-Duntov, refined the C1 with a more aggressive, sculpted body, exposed headlamps, and most critically, a dedicated focus on V8 power. This was the year the Corvette truly found its footing, moving from a stylistic curiosity to a genuine performance contender, establishing the blueprint for the legend that would follow. With production numbers hovering just over 3,400 units for 1956, these early V8 C1s are highly coveted as the cars that cemented the Corvette's place in automotive lore. This stunning 1956 Chevrolet Corvette embodies that pivotal era, showcasing the pure sports car character that helped establish the Corvette legend. Under the hood lies a date-code-correct 265 cubic inch V8, breathing through a Carter 4-barrel carburetor and delivering 210 horsepower—a significant output for its time. Paired with a 3-speed manual transmission, this C1 Corvette promises a light, responsive, and utterly authentic driving experience, underscored by its remarkably low 2,437 miles. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a true icon from one of the most important eras in Chevrolet history.