Vehicle Description
Former California black plate example stored for many years!� Full
frame-off restoration to a no-hit, all original body in 2007!� No
mechanical detail left untouched and date correctly in nearly every
way!� Fully documented back to 1972, along with restoration
receipts & photographs!�A great color combination and loaded with
options that include air conditioning, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, telescopic steering
wheel, and more!� Excellent driver! Check out this�1966 Chevrolet
Corvette Coupe. Without question, the turning point for Corvette
came about in the sports car scene when the 2nd generation was
introduced in 1963. A revised chassis brought about a 4-wheel
independent suspension, and as the years progressed; larger wheels
were introduced, larger big block motors, and 4-wheel disc brakes!
Amenities like power steering, air conditioning, and leather seats
didn't hurt sales either with more buyers looking for more options
and creature comforts! These cars are arguably the most coveted of
Corvettes amongst collectors worldwide! We are delighted to have
the opportunity to offer this 1966 Corvette Coupe finished in
code-correct Nassau Blue over rare Dark Blue vinyl interior!
Abundantly optioned with its original 1966 date-coded 327ci/300
horsepower engine, California smog equipment, Powerglide automatic
transmission, factory air conditioning, heavy duty 7-blade cooling
fan, power steering, power brakes,�3.36 rear axle, pushbutton AM/FM
radio with power antenna, power windows, rare telescoping steering
column, hazard flasher, faux teakwood steering wheel, full spinner
wheel covers, front license plate bracket, original 1965 date-coded
seatbelts, and carpeted floor mats! It was later fitted with
factory style side pipes, radial whitewall tires, and a Quartz
electric clock. 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe History History
provided with this California example start in Pasadena, CA when
purchased by Walter Schroeder in December of 1972 with only 42,000
miles on the odometer. He was an avid car collector, and drove many
of his vehicles sparingly during early ownership, then parking as
many as 25 cars in his Los Angeles warehouse. This particular car
was housed in his personal garage near Fairfax & Wilshire Blvd in
Los Angeles along with his prized 1959 Cadillac Convertible. This
Corvette retains a remarkably straight, no hit body with original
drivetrain! Sadly, Mr. Schroeder passed away in 2003 leaving the
Corvette to his daughter, Doris, to restore. Photo documentation
supports this black plate California example had sat unused for the
better part of 25 years when the car was moved to Bakersfield, CA.
She and her husband elected to completely restore the car in
frame-off fashion beginning in 2005. It would be completed in 2007
with outstanding results! This task would be handled in large
portion by Eye Street Automotive in Bakersfield starting with a
total and complete nut & bolt disassembly. The body would be sublet
to Ed's Auto Body, also of Bakersfield, for stripping and painting.
Ed's Auto Body would hand strip the factory fiberglass, perform
only minor body perfections, and seal with PCL primer. After an
initial block sanding, it would receive 4 more coats of primer,
block sanded again, sealed with 2 coats of urethane sealer, painted
with 4-5 coats of urethane Chroma base coat, buried under 4-5 more
coats of Chroma Premier clear, then color sanded and buffed! The
engine and transmission would be totally overhauled by Eye Street,
then reinstalled to a fully refurbished and painted chassis along
with all new suspension, total brake system, new fuel delivery
system from the tank to fuel pump, and all new cooling system with
new water pump & radiator. The body would be re-mated with fresh
wiring harnesses, all new interior, and all new weather stripping.
It retains all original LOF window glass throughout. This laundry
list of new components is far too long to list, but receipts will
be included. It runs and drives excellently and has been carefully
maintained by only two owners since restoration. The first of those
two owners was from Littleton, CO. He had the complete air
conditioning system converted to a modern R134a system in June 2015
with a new compressor and engine thermostat. The next St. Louis, MO
owner would add the side pipes for a more aggressive sound and
Quartz clock to ensure all features were fully functional. Always
stored in a proper garage environment all its life, and never
driven in inclement weather, it makes for an excellent collection
piece! This is an opportune chance to acquire a beautiful, high
option Corvette in a very rare color combination! All records and
ownership documentation will be provided to the next owner. The
mileage today reads just 48,007 miles which are believed to be
actual, and loosely documented through original titles and service
records. We encourage all prospective buyers to visit our showroom
to see this car in person! And, as always, you are welcome to call
with any questions! Thanks for looking! Check out all of our
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