Why (and when) did Corvettes switch from front-engine to mid-engine?

For decades, the Corvette was front-engine. Why did Chevy finally move the engine? The answer involves a 60-year-old dream and a new 233-mph reality.
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How the Corvette nearly went mid-engine in the 1970s

The Corvette, synonymous with American muscle and performance, has a storied history of innovation and design. One of the ...