Vehicle Description
Looking sharp and running strong, this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
recently emerged from a thorough restoration and has since been
driven only 256 miles - just enough to get things fine-tuned. It's
propelled by its original engine that was returned to top form and
then some at the hands of a professional, and during its time in
the shop this fine example of Chevy's true American sports car was
equipped with some well chosen options to enhance both its comfort
and overall performance.
A few years before it debuted, Chevy took inspiration from the Mako
Shark II concept car to produce a design so engaging that it was
left intact with only occasional minor modifications for what would
end up being a full 14 years. With its long hood and distinctive
curvature, this car must have seemed downright futuristic when it
held court on showroom rotisseries and now, some 50 years later,
its head- turning powers haven't diminished in the least. Its
exterior is outstanding after having been skillfully refreshed in
Marina Blue only a short while back - the color was among the
factory choices when this '69 debuted, so it provides a thoroughly
authentic appearance and has a nice shine to it. One of the
defining features of its generation of Corvettes - the T-top
configuration - is a definite plus, combining equal parts style and
functionality that offers the exhilaration of open-air motoring in
a car that is equally impressive with the panels on or off.
Upgraded electric hidden headlights remove the functionality issues
often encountered with its vacuum operated original
counterparts.
The interior has seen a substantial revitalization that's left it
looking great, amplifying all those outstanding features that made
'Vette interiors so impressive to begin with. The highbacked bucket
seats are in excellent shape and they sit over an expanse of fresh
black carpet. Farther forward in the aeronautically-inspired dash
area that came to be a defining styling cue of the model, a
collection of Dakota Digital gauges now illuminate the cabin in
blue while keeping close tabs on motoring functions. An Alpine
AM/FM/CD stereo sits in place of the original unit, and it also
offers both iPod and Bluetooth connectivity, so you aren't likely
to run out of options while behind the wheel. With warmer weather
upon us, the added Classic Auto Air climate control system is an
especially welcome feature - it's blowing cold and strong and is
well up to summer's challenge.
Raise the hood and you'll be greeted by a nicely maintained engine
compartment. After being restored to top running form, the original
350-cubic inch V8 sits at its center, looking sharp with its chrome
air cleaner and properly branded valve covers. The engine was
already good for 350 horses when it left the factory a half century
ago and, with the addition of a pair of aftermarket aluminum
ProMaxx heads, its performance must be experienced to be fully
appreciated as it now teams with an upgraded 5-speed Silver Sport
manual transmission that provides both optimal gearing throughout
the power band and nice, easy revs at highway speed. Smooth power
steering and power disc brakes at all four corners make this Chevy
classic an easy navigator that can come to a stop promptly as it
takes to the road on a set of 17" 5-spoke wheels wrapped with Nitto
tires. A glance below will reveal that this beloved classic cruises
on a very solid foundation.
Skillfully restored and nicely modernized at no detriment to its
thoroughly vintage presence, this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is a
definite head turner that's an absolute blast to drive. Call
today!