Vehicle Description
If you're in the market for something fun that's guaranteed to hold
its value for a very long time, it's hard to go wrong with a
vintage Corvette. America's favorite sports car is finally
commanding the respect it deserves. And with awesome classics like
this Top Flight Sting Ray mixing clean restorations with red carpet
curb appeal, it's not hard to see why. A perfect blend of vintage
virtues and everyday drivability, this handsome C2 is a
head-turning exercise in old school charm and Motor City swagger.
And if you're looking for that rare trifecta of 'low maintenance',
'fun to own' and 'great investment potential', it's the
well-optioned cruiser you've been patiently waiting for!
The beneficiary of comprehensive, body-off restoration, this
impressive roadster is a lust worthy rendition of a timeless
American classic. The car's correct Tuxedo Black 2-stage can draw
the most discerning eye. Under that rich pigment, great fit and
finish is aligned to better-than-factory standards. And all that
visual pizzazz is capped with a traditional black convertible top.
At the front of this Chevy, chromed bumpers trace a stainless
grille, which is centered between bullet-style parking lamps. Above
those bumpers, a cross-flag-branded header leads a clean hood,
polished wipers and stainless-trimmed glass. At the sides of that
glass, a bowtie-stamped driver's mirror and traditional GM door
handles perfectly complement polished rocker guards and flowing
fender emblems. And at the back of the car, two more chromed
bumpers frame an ornate fuel filler, polished exhaust tips,
dual-mode taillights, a polished tag box and a requisite Sting Ray
deck emblem.
Tilt this Corvette's hood and you'll find 327 cubic inches of hot
L79 small block. One of the most powerful naturally aspirated V8s
of its day, this impressive mill utilizes a forged crank, forged
rods, forged pistons, a hot cam and hydraulic lifters to turn stout
11 to 1 compression into a solid 350 horsepower. At the top of the
spry block, a polished air cleaner funnels wind into a correct
Holley carburetor that's sequenced to pliable GM hoses and a
familiar AC fuel filter. Below that carb, a lightweight Winters
intake perfectly complements finned Corvette valve covers. At the
back of that intake, chrome-cased ignition shoots spark through
fresh wires, which lurk beneath correct, cast iron exhaust
manifolds. And at the front of those manifolds, a Harrison-branded
radiator, upfitted with an electric puller fan, circulates water
through pliable GM hoses and authentic tower clamps. Whoever
performed the restoration on this Corvette did an excellent job of
creating an attractive, reliable engine bay that's every bit as
detailed as the rest of the car. Bright Chevy Orange paint covers
the block from its clean oil pan all the way to its chrome oil
filler and, as always, looks great against GM's Satin Black bay.
And a roster of correct ancillaries includes a Frigidaire AC
compressor, a Harrison expansion tank and a Delco-Remy
alternator.
Flip this small block Vette upside down and you'll find a solid
chassis that's in good shape, and today, looks much as it did when
it rolled off the showroom floor. At the center of the car, a tough
Muncie 4-speed drives a factory differential. At the ends of the
car, a fully rebuilt double A-arm front and independent rear
suspension is completely detailed down to its lucid shocks, correct
springs and optional power steering. At the corners of those bones,
power disc brakes, made standard for the 1965 model year, mix good
handling characteristics with quick and solid stops. At the edges
of those brakes, torque flows through spinner-capped turbines to
205/75R15 Firestone FR380 gold lines. And everything, from this
Corvette's factory sway bar to its factory replacement exhaust
system, is fully sorted and ready to roll!
Slip into this Sting Ray's serene interior and settle on correct
leather buckets that are dressed in factory lap belts. A
body-matched dash founds an array of black-trimmed telemetry next
to controls for factory air conditioning and a correct Delco AM/FM
radio that commands a trick power antenna. At the base of that
dash, a shallow console frames a familiar chrome shifter. A
telescopic column spins a classy Teak wheel. And the car's
well-optioned cockpit is rounded out with conveniences like a
day/night mirror and factory power windows.
If you're looking for a timeless classic that mixes unmatched style
with instant fun, this Corvette is your kind of car. It's cool from
every angle. It plays to a level of nostalgia that everyone can
appreciate. And, whether you're setting up at a show or just
spending Saturday afternoon on the town, it's guaranteed to be the
center of attention!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a detailed, body-off restoration
Awarded NCRS Top Flight honors in 2013
327/350hp L79 V8
Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
Factory air conditioning
Power steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Factory Triple Black Color Combination
Correct Tuxedo Black paint / Black top
Correct Black leather interior
Power windows
Telescopic Steering Column
Teak Wood Steering Wheel
15-inch Knock-Off wheels
NCRS Top Flight ribbon
NCRS Scoring Summary
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
