1968 Corvette Astro-Vette
The Astro-Vette was Chevy's other big auto-show star in 1968, but it was merely an exaggerated version of that year's all-
new "Shark" production design. Allegedly good aerodynamics were never proven.
1968 Astro II-XP-880
Though not called Corvette, the curvy one-off Astro II of 1968 fueled rumors that a mid-engine Chevy sports car was near.
Developed as GM project XP-880, it was a follow-up to the previous year's Corvair-based Astro I, but carried a Corvette
V-8 and conventional doors. The entire rear half of the body was hinged to tilt up for engine access.
