The 1966 L/72 427/425HP Corvette is rated as one of the fastest muscle cars in history and the Mosport Green roadster being offered for sale delivers all the punch you would expect from such a highly rated Corvette. Get behind the wheel of this beautiful convertible, push the petal to the floor and experience what big block power is all about. There are Corvettes and there are Corvettes. This is a Corvette that delivers a level of excitement reserved for those fortunate to own these very special legendary muscle cars built at a moment in time when horsepower and speed were everything.
The Mosport Green L72 Convertible being offered is a very rare car. Mosport Green was only offered in 1966 on Corvettes, thus a one year only color. There were 17, 762 convertibles built in 1966. 5,258 of the 1966 Corvettes received the L72 engine option, which is 19% of the total 1966 production. From these numbers we can estimate approximately 472 L72 convertibles were built. 2, 311 1966 Corvettes received the Mosport Green finish, which was 8.5 % of the total production. By extrapolation, we can estimate there were probably only 40 Mosport Green L72 427/425hp convertibles built in 1966. This is indeed a very small number and consequently we have a very rare mid-year big block Corvette convertible. You will definitely not see yourself coming and going in this Corvette convertible.
The car presents in excellent condition, as a well maintained classic mid-year big block Corvette and is nicely optioned with Deluxe Leather interior, Headrests, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Side Exhaust, AM/FM radio, with Power Antenna, Goldwall Tires and a Teakwood Steering Wheel. Additionally, the car comes with an extra set of radial Goldline tires and knock off wheels.The quality of the car was recognized by the Antique Automobile Club of America at the 2017 Fall Hershey Show by awarding the car the AACA Senior Award for Mid Year Corvettes.
Big Block Corvettes, from the 1960s, are without a doubt today’s most prized Corvettes. This 1966 Mosport Green 427/425hp 4-Speed convertible Corvette is a sports car to be proudly driven and thoroughly enjoyed for its awesome raw power and iconic design. For the buyer looking for an outstanding big block Corvette convertible at a very attractive price this 1966 Corvette is a must see. The car is located in Mamora, NJ 08223. To schedule an opportunity to see and experience this Corvette call Mark 609-306-1631 10am-8pm EST.
