The Untold Story of Corvettes and Their Automotive Impact

Gaurav Jaiswal

Corvette Mako Shark Concept 1961

Everyone know the amazing and unique styling of 1963 corvette stingray’s,but did you know where it come from ?I think only few of us was known this fact in the year of 1961 chevrolet launched mako shark concept car. This roadster has all the basic corvette design with cues and a unique paint job that resembles a real shark.

Corvette Mako Shark Concept 1961
Photo Credit: GM

Legend’s of automotive world says that designer. Harley earl came up with an idea when he was on a shark fishing trip and tortured GM’s design department to match the color of the fish.Subsequently, the Mako Shark emerged as a highly trendy concept of the era and a genuine symbol of design.

Corvette Mako Shark Concept 1961
Photo Credit: GM

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