1968 · 🇺🇸 USA · 300 hp
The C3 Corvette ran 1968–1982, its Mako Shark-inspired bodywork defining American sports car style for 15 years. By 1977 power was modest — around 180–210 hp net — due to emissions rules, but T-top roof panels, T-bar shift, and the 5.7L V8 soundtrack kept buyers loyal.