The Harley Earl designed exterior embraces many racing car characteristics and introduces fibre glass. It has very identifable mesh stone guards over the headlights and toothy grill. The 2-seater has a soft top and side curtains. It was not an early best seller. In 1955, a V8 engine was introduced. It evolved quickly into America's sensational looking raw muscle car under the tutelage of Ed Cole and Zora Arkus-Duntov. It is the only American sportscar that has been in continuous production since introduction.