Arrival

Disassembly

Strip & Metal Fab

Mechanical

Body & Paint

Detail & Trim

Finish

The 1977 Corvette arrived with only modest modifications. Mechanicals were carried over unchanged, as the year’s tweaks generally aimed for more refined cruising. Inside, the console was redesigned to accept a larger array of Delco audio decks (including an AM/FM/cassette stereo as a first-time option), its instruments were restyled for greater legibility, and climate controls were simplified.

A leather-rim sport steering wheel was adopted (tilt/telescope adjustment remained optional), along with a new “Smart Switch” steering-column stalk that combined the headlight dimmer and wiper/washer functions with the turn signals. The steering column itself was shortened to permit a more “arms-out” driving posture; the change also eased entry/exit somewhat.

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