1960 Chevrolet Corvair 4-Door

1960 Chevrolet Corvair 4-Door  

The 1960 Chevrolet Corvair was a notable compact car that marked Chevrolet's entry into the growing market for smaller vehicles during the 1960s.  Corvair 4-Door was designed as a family-friendly vehicle, featuring a distinctive, rounded shape that differentiated it from contemporaries.

The Corvair was unique for its air-cooled, rear-mounted engine, which was a departure from the traditional front-engine layouts common in other cars.

However, it also became the center of controversy due to safety concerns raised by consumer advocate Ralph Nader in his book "Unsafe at Any Speed," which critiqued the vehicle’s handling characteristics and contributed to discussions regarding automotive safety standards.

Franklin Mint 1960 Chevrolet Corvair 4-Door is a collectible piece that captures the innovative design of this classic car, which was the first compact car produced by Chevrolet. Model include opening all 4 doors and a hood that reveals a detailed engine. The model typically features a two-tone paint scheme reflecting popular styles of the era.