Vehicle Description
Specifications:327 cu. in. OHV V8 engine with a single Holley
four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual transmission, four-wheel
independent suspension, and hydraulic front and rear disc brakes.
Wheelbase: 98 in.
Chassis Number: 194676S120051
Engine Number: 120051 F04IHE
Mosport Green Exterior Color
Four Speed Manual Transmission
Positract Axle 336R
Convertible Top in Beige
Auxiliary Hardtop
PB AM/FM Radio
Tinted Glass Power Windows
Teakwood Steering Wheel
Knock Off Wheels
Chevrolets second-generation Corvette was introduced for the 1963
model year. It was dubbed the Sting Ray, for its distinctive
shark-like styling, apart from its V8 engine, and it was completely
different from the Corvettes that preceded it. It is both shorter
and lighter than the first generation Corvette, as it boasted a new
ladder-type chassis frame and was the first American production car
ever fitted with an independent rear suspension. Chevrolet also
offered both coupe and convertible body styles for the Corvette
with this all-new car, giving enthusiasts the choice between the
security and comfort of a coupe or the open-air thrill of a
convertible.
Like previous years, the 1966 Corvette remained largely unchanged,
save for a few interior and exterior details. The seat pattern
changed slightly to decrease wear, backup lights were now standard
and integrated into the rear bumper, and Holly carburetors were
offered as standard on all engine options. This would also be
Chevrolets most successful year with the second-generation
Corvette, as over 27,720 were produced, with 17,762 being
convertibles. The Corvette Convertible offered here was built in
April 1966 and fitted with the base 327-cubic inch, 300-brake
horsepower V-8 engine, which was mated to a four-speed manual
transmission.
It was finished in a Mosport Green color that would only be
available for 1966 over a matching Green vinyl interior and tan
convertible top, and it was very well optioned from the factory, as
it was equipped with a hardtop, aluminum knock-off wheels, complete
ignition shielding, a teakwood steering wheel, power windows, a
power antenna, and a factory-tinted windshield. Following a full
restoration to its original configuration, this Corvette has seen
numerous awards at many Corvette events around the country. It is a
beautiful restoration that has earned the prestigious Triple Crown
award for achieving a Blue Ribbon at Bloomington Gold, Top Flight
certification by the NCRS, and the Gold Spinner Award at Chevy
Vettefest . Once such a Corvette has received these highest awards,
there is no doubt to its authenticity and the proper numbers in the
engine and drivetrain. The restoration has held up very well, with
the Corvette remaining in immaculate condition and ready for more
shows or the open road. This Corvette Convertible comes with the
following documentation: Original Window Sticker, Triple Crown
Award Plaque, Original Corvette Owners Card and Patch, Gold
Certificate from the National Corvette Certification Board, Top
Flight Award Ribbon, Original Corvette Brochure. This Corvette is
in truly remarkable condition, and it has excelled at the countrys
most rigorous and prestigious Corvette concours events. It would
definitely please the most discerning of collectors.
