Vehicle Description
From its scooped, contrasting hood to its stylish sidepipes and on
back to its diamond-tapered rear end, this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
427 is an example of the model at its artfully restored, big block
vintage best. Its sheer power makes it a blast to drive, while its
outstanding appearance would no doubt make some serious impact on
the local car show circuit.
As a second generation 'Vette, this '66 gets its sterling good
looks from a couple of inspirations - including one concept car
created by heralded Chevy designer Bill Mitchell geared toward
factory racing, as well as the better known Mako Shark that wowed
audiences at car expos all over the world. Originally code 986
Silver Pearl, the Rally Red paint now draped over the exterior sure
grabs everyone's attention and is in very strong condition, with
even pigmentation and deep reflection. Step up to the front and you
can fully appreciate how the black "stinger" contrasts with the sea
of red it's surrounded by. Hidden headlights were a defining
feature on the Corvettes of this era and the pair here are nicely
aligned and raise into position with no issues. A sloping, tapered
rear roofline gave the model a futuristic look unlike any other car
of its era.
Chevy prided itself on equipping its prized model with inspiring,
stylish interiors and, as you'll see upon climbing inside, they
really hit the mark here. Just in front of the woodgrain steering
wheel, the dash area is a definite focal point, with its dual cove
configuration housing a complete assortment of functional gauges on
one side and a sharp looking, badged chrome accent on the other.
The low-backed bucket seats inside show only very light use and
retain plenty of padding for comfort while on the road as they
straddle a very clean looking center console that puts the shifter
within easy reach. On both sides, the door panels still fit firmly
against their steel frames and feature hardware that looks to be in
very strong condition. If being surrounded while behind the wheel
by an ultra-sharp, vintage driving environment is a priority for
you, then this 'Vette would be pretty hard to beat.
Under that stinger hood lies a 427 cubic inch V8 in all its
wondrous glory. The IL suffix code denotes this as having 390hp and
while that and the rear casting number of 3869942 are all correct
for this car, the VIN stamp is no longer visible on the stamp pad
to make it absolutely definitive - presumably from a prior rebuild
in its past. To elevate its output even further, it now carries a
couple upgrades including a Weiand intake as well as a Holley
4-barrel carb just below its air cleaner bearing those instantly
recognizable Chevy flags. The big block sends a nice deep rumble
out the side pipes - authoritative but not too overbearing - and
pairs with a 4-speed manual transmission which has a great solid
feel when going through the gears. The engine compartment is
well-detailed, with fresh-looking hoses, properly routed wires and
an overall very clean appearance. Power disc brakes bring this true
American sports car to prompt, low-effort stops, and the
undercarriage would be considered very solid for any classic, let
alone one that is more than a half-century old.
This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette is one of the most coveted classics of
its generation and it features a reassuringly strong, road ready
condition that's sure to bring a smile to your face for many miles
to come. Call today!