16/09/2008 16:28. ■ Of the 300 (some sources argue 314) Corvettes hand built in 1953, only 183 were sold because of "average" performance at a relatively high price, $3,513. The popular Jaguar XK120 sold for $3,345; $168 less than the Corvette.

■ The original Corvette logo featured the American flag crossed with a checkered racing flag. The American flag was removed when it was realized that it is illegal to use the American flag in advertising.

■ The... // DetNews.com