The actual engine in Red's 1958 Corvette is a 283 cubic inch (4.6 L), small-block V-8, 230 horsepower engine.
Originally, the song "Feel Like Making Love" (1975) by Bad Company played during the scene when Eric and Leslie are on a date in Red's Corvette. For syndication, the song was removed and replaced with generic music.
Originally, "The Temples of Syrinx" by Rush was the rock song blasting on the Corvette's radio when Red had Eric start the car. For syndication, the song was removed and replaced with generic music.