Vehicle Description
By 1966, Chevrolet was already gearing up for a Corvette redesign.
Changes for 1966 were minimal from 1965, but one noticeable
difference was the "eggcrate" grille that replaced the horizontal
bar style. Another change was the addition of the emblem on the
corner of the hood. Though there was talk of a new model being
introduced for 1967, something that ultimately got postponed until
1968, sales didn't flinch! In fact, 1966 was a record year for
Corvette sales with a total volume of 27,720 units being sold.
This particular 1966 Chevrolet Corvette appears to have been a very
nice example when the restoration process was started in late 1992.
Just two months before the restoration began, this car participated
in the Bloomington Survivor event of June 1992 and was judged. That
alone speaks to the condition that it was in prior to receiving a
restoration. Included with the sale is a binder of receipts showing
dates from the 1990s and earlier as well as receipts from any
maintenance items that were performed by the current owner. Perhaps
the most important invoices included in this binder is the large
number of receipts for the restoration.
For a restoration that was performed some 27 years ago, it has been
well-preserved and taken care of and does show some signs of age,
but ultimately is still a '66 Corvette that you would be proud to
show off. The burgundy and white color combination is both uncommon
and beautiful. The white top is intact, and although it and the
paint are both beginning to show their age, this car is still an
attractive little cruiser worthy of showing. The redline tires
really make that burgundy paint pop!
Under the hood is what appears to be the original Chevrolet 327 V8
that still wears the partial vin on the stamp pad. The engine bay
is clean and tidy, as should be expected of a restored car. Top end
work on the heads was performed in 2009 at the request of the
current owner and receipts show that the heads were decked, a valve
job was performed, and various other mechanical maintenance
services were performed. The result is an original numbers matching
engine that fires up extremely easy and has a bit more hp then when
it left the factory. This is a Corvette that runs great and is
turn-key ready to hit the streets!
Perhaps the best preserved area of this car is the interior. It
looks almost as if it could've been restored this year! All of the
soft materials are in good condition, and everything seems to be in
order. The star of the interior is the real teak wood steering
wheel. These wheels are a tough find these days, and a nice
original commands a lot of cash! The one in this Corvette is in
great shape, and appears to have been refinished when the rest of
the car was done. While a plastic woodgrain wheel was available,
the real teak wheel is far more attractive and feels warm in your
grip like only a wooden steering wheel can.
This is a gorgeous example of a 1966 Corvette, priced fairly and
ready to cruise! Don't miss your chance to own this burgundy
classic.
Contact Shelton Classics & Performance for details at (704)
663-0432 or visit www.SheltonClassics.com
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning N/A
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge YES
Temperature Gauge YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer YES
Wipers YES
Horn YES
Radio YES
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES - RR Out
Reverse Lights YES
Turn Signals YES
Emergency Brake YES
Keys - Ignition & Door YES
Runs & Drives YES
All vehicles are being sold As Is, Where Is, with No Warranty,
expressed, written or implied. All sales are final. It is the sole
responsibility of the customer, and which we strongly encourage, to
thoroughly inspect the vehicle personally or via 3rd party, to
ensure satisfaction to the condition and value, prior to purchase.
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sometimes dated automotive technology. We are not an expert in the
construction, engineering, finishes, materials or components of
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with a history in the classic car industry. We perform an extensive
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