1977 Chevrolet Corvette

Exterior Styling and Body
Rear Window Styling: Features the original, vertical straight-drop rear window flanked by distinctive buttresses ("winged roof").
Front and Rear Bumpers: Utilizes body-colored, energy-absorbing urethane bumper assemblies rather than chrome.

Badging: Introduced a redesigned, circular crossed-flags emblem on the front hood and fuel filler door.
Roof Options: Features removable T-top roof panels. (Though glass T-tops were announced for 1977, none were delivered on factory production models).

Interior and Ergonomics
Standard Leather: Marked the first model year where leather bucket seats came standard, with cloth inserts available as a no-cost option.

Revised Steering Column: The steering column was shortened by two inches to position the leather-wrapped steering wheel closer to the driver for better control.

Updated Controls: Headlight and windshield wiper switches were relocated from the center console onto the steering column stalk for the first time.

Creature Comforts: Included redesigned sun visors that could swivel to cover the side windows. Upgrades like air conditioning, power windows, and a tilt/telescopic steering wheel were highly popular factory options.

Powertrain and Performance
Base L48 Engine: A standard 350 cubic-inch (5.7L) V8 producing 180 horsepower, optimized for period emission regulations.

Optional L82 Engine: A high-performance 350 cubic-inch V8 pushing 210 horsepower, featuring a forged steel crankshaft and higher compression.

Transmissions: Came standard with a wide-ratio 4-speed manual transmission; a close-ratio 4-speed manual or a 3-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic were available options.

Engine Aesthetics: Transitioned from classic Chevy Orange engine paint (early-production models) to Corporate Blue paint (late-production models).

Chassis and Mechanics
Standard Equipment: Both power steering and four-wheel disc brakes became standard factory equipment for the 1977 model year.
Suspension: Independent front and rear suspension provided a balanced ride. Buyers seeking tighter performance could option the upgraded Gymkhana suspension package.
Cruise Control: Speed control became available for the first time in Corvette history, though it was strictly limited to models equipped with automatic transmissions