Vehicle Description
Chevrolet obviously did a lot right in 1967. Almost everything the
company produced that year has achieved a wide following that seems
to transcend several generations. Among that line-up, the '67 Sting
Ray claims one of the largest enthusiast followings. That's why
cars like this impressive Goodwood Green roadster never stick
around our showroom for very long. The beneficiary of a body-off,
nut-and-bolt restoration, this Bloomington Gold beauty wraps a
numbers-matching L75/4-speed drivetrain in retro 2-stage that's
guaranteed to stand out in the sea of Rally Red Chevys. So, if you
love a nice, factory-spec car, but favor aesthetics that command
attention, enjoy the best of both worlds by grabbing this awesome
Corvette!
TOO NICE TO RESTO-MOD
Originally sold through Kline Chevrolet of Norfolk, Virginia, this
polished drop-top is the beneficiary of a body-off, nut-and-bolt
restoration that was completed in early 2018. That professional
reboot, conducted by Munk's Restoration of Sandusky, Ohio, was
originally planned as a wicked resto-mod build. However, once the
car's owner realized just how original his new acquisition was, he
decided to shoot for Bloomington Gold honors instead. According to
the seller, every surface on this roadster is original except for
its taillight panel. Naturally, those panels reflect correct code
983 Goodwood Green 2-stage. And that pigment looks cool and classy
under bright White canvas that was professionally installed by
Mansfield Ohio's Coffman Corvette.
Second generation Corvettes are literally the stuff dreams are made
of, and, thanks to acute attention to detail, this razor-sharp
roadster is the epitome of legendary American motoring. At the
front of the car, bullet-style marker lights, re-chromed bumpers
and a red, white and black cross-flag emblem cage a stainless egg
crate grille. Behind that grille, a correct small block hood flows
to matte wipers which, along with re-polished trim and re-chromed
vent windows, frame factory-tint glass. At the sides of that glass,
simple heat extractors lead traditional door handles, a classy
bowtie mirror and factory rocker trim. And at the back of the car,
monochromatic tail lamps split the difference between mirrored
bumpers, a chrome-trimmed fuel filler, polished exhaust and a
correct Sting Ray emblem.
PROVEN SMALL BLOCK POWER
Tilt this Corvette's lightweight hood and you'll find a 327 cubic
inch L75 V8 that hangs a familiar 3892657 casting number behind an
"HE" suffix stamp and a matching 104134 partial VIN. Professionally
rebuilt by Precision Engines of Port Clinton, Ohio, this high
performance small block left the factory twisting solid 10 to 1
compression into a stout 300 horsepower. At the top of the spry
mill, a polished air cleaner funnels wind in to a date-correct
Holley that's threaded onto clean stainless fuel lines. Below that
carb, a cast Chevrolet intake perfectly complements stamped
Chevrolet valve covers. At the back of that intake, chrome-cased
ignition shoots spark past correct exhaust manifolds. And at the
front of those manifolds, a Harrison-branded radiator cycles
coolant through pliable hoses and old school tower clamps.
Naturally, brilliant Chevy Orange paint coats the engine from its
clean oil pan all the way to its painted oil filler and, as always,
looks great against GM's Satin Black bay. As expected, correct
textures and decals are present and accounted for. And details like
a correct alternator, a familiar Harrison expansion tank and a
tagged Delco battery ensure this Chevy runs every bit as good as it
looks.
IT IS AS IT WAS
Flip this Vette upside down and you'll find a solid chassis that
was taken all the way back to bare metal during the detailed
restoration. Behind the small block, a numbers-matching Muncie
hangs a familiar 3885010 casting number next to a 1967 (7) Muncie
(P) assembled on November (S) 4th (04), 1966 build stamp and a
matching 104134 partial VIN. That gearbox, professionally rebuilt
by Baker Automotive and Performance of Barberton, Ohio, twists a
familiar Corvette third-member that was professionally rebuilt by
Linesville, Pennsylvania's Bair's Corvettes. At the ends of the
car, a fresh double A-arm front and independent rear suspension is
completely sorted down to its tough transverse leaf, optional power
steering and tagged sway bar. Above those sturdy bones, clean floor
tubs ride a straight, Satin Black frame. At the corners of those
floors, power-assisted discs mix good handling characteristics with
quick and solid stops. And stainless-trimmed Rallies twist 7.75-15
Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewalls around polished center
caps.
A NICE PLACE TO SPEND TIME
Between this C2's doors you'll find a correct Standard interior
that's been fully restored to factory specifications. Tight vinyl
seats frame a thin console that's equipped with a correct chrome
shifter. In front of that shifter, a monochromatic dash hangs
professionally restored telemetry over a correct Delco AM/FM
pushbutton radio. At the sides of that dash, stylish door panels
melt in to fade-free carpet. And in front of the driver, a faux
Rosewood steering wheel laps a familiar cross-flag emblem.
PROVENANCE
Here's a quick look at this Corvette's Trim Tag:
D17: Assembled on November (D) 17th (17), 1966
67: 1967 model year
4: Corvette
67: Convertible
S2240: 2,240th 1967 convertible produced by GM's St. Louis
manufacturing facility
STD: Black vinyl interior
983AA: Goodwood Green paint
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND ACCESSORIES
Restoration photos
An NCRS Shipping Data Report
A reproduction Owner's manual (complete with sleeve)
Reproduction radio instructions
A reproduction Window Sticker
The car's Bloomington Gold judging sheets
The car's Bloomington Gold certificate
Two sets of keys
This Bloomington Gold Vette has it all: great looks, excellent
power and a fresh restoration that would take years to duplicate.
If you're in the market for some solid Detroit muscle that's poised
to build equity for years to come, you're looking at your next
classic!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a professional, body-off restoration that was
completed in 2018
Bloomington Gold certified in 2018
Numbers-matching 327 cubic inch V8
Numbers-matching Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
Correct Goodwood Green paint / White canvas top
Correct Black vinyl interior
Factory power steering
Factory 4-wheel power disc brakes
15-inch Rally Wheels
Restoration photos
NCRS Shipping Data Report
Bloomington Gold judging sheets
Bloomington Gold certificate
