Vehicle Description
In an age where the typical collector swaps classic metal faster
than Mister Rogers changed sweaters, it's hard to imagine finding a
fully documented, low-mileage survivor that so authentic it still
rolls on original, NOS tires. But this exclusive Chevy, sporting
heavy servicing as its sole alteration, is just that. Yes indeed,
as a reference-grade example of one of the best cars ever created,
the legendary Corvette, this classic has earned the NCRS Duntov
Mark of Excellence, the NCRS Performance Verification Award, the
NCRS 4-Star Bowtie Award and Bloomington Gold Benchmark honors. And
if you're looking for an exceptional collector car, it's your
chance to claim the crown!
LACQUER LIFE
Perhaps Harley Earl's greatest creation, the Corvette proved GM's
Chevrolet juggernaut had the strength to truly be all things to all
people. And by the 1960s, Bill Mitchell and Zora Arkus Duntov had
honed America's sports car into a world-class performer that wholly
embodied the ethos of the American Dream. Rolling out of
Ruwart-McKinnon Chevrolet in April of 1970, this reference-grade
Sting Ray is an immaculately maintained time capsule that's
traveled just 33,708 miles over the course of 51 years. In fact, of
those scant miles, only 5,148 were logged since 1986 and only 101
since 2008. Naturally, a classic of this stature has been
recognized by pretty much everyone in the hobby; with a number of
photographs of various components of the car being included in the
5th Edition of the NCRS 1968-69 Corvette Technical Information
Manual and Judging Guide. A prestigious NCRS 4-Star Award, bestowed
in 2017, was followed by an NCRS Performance Verification Award in
2018. In 2019, this Chevy scored 99.1 points on its way to an NCRS
Duntov Mark of Excellence Award, which sits nicely on the shelf
beside the Bloomington Gold BENCHMARK Award the car scored 98.8
points to win back in 2016. And today, this exclusive classic,
primed to secure both MCACN Triple Diamond and NCRS 5-Star honors,
is sure to captivate the most knowledgeable and experienced
automotive enthusiasts in the world!
Detailing for this coupe's original Burgundy lacquer paint begins
with original, stainless-trimmed grilles that center small parking
lamps between a thin bumper and subtle chin spoiler. Above that
mirrored brow, a cross-flag-branded header draws the eye to a
stainless-trimmed hood that seats bold "427" emblems at the foot of
a vacuum operated cowl. That hood reflects factory Soft Ray Glass
that's framed by straight stainless and capped with body-matched
T-tops. At the sides of that glass, flush door poppers and classy
"Stingray" scripts perfectly complement a chrome driver's mirror,
bright TJ2 fender gills and satin rocker guards. And at the back of
the car, a stainless-trimmed, "CORVETTE" branded valance hangs a
chrome tag frame and dual-mode tail lamps between thin bumpers, an
ornate fuel filler and polished exhaust tips.
YEP, IT'S A BIG BLOCK CAR
Beneath the sculpted hood you'll find an original, 427 cubic inch
big block that hangs a correct 3963512 casting number behind a
correct, 1969 Corvette-exclusive "LL" suffix stamp and a matching
736331 partial VIN. Straight from the factory, GM's stout L36 V8
utilized high performance internals and oval-port heads to twist
stout 10.25 to 1 compression into an even 390 horsepower! At the
peak of the pavement-scorching mill, a polished and decaled air
cleaner swirls wind in to a correct Winters intake by way of a
familiar 4-barrel carburetor. At the sides of that plane, cast iron
heads hang stamped and polished valve covers over old school, cast
exhaust manifolds. At the back of those heads, chrome-capped
ignition sequences spark through sleeved plug wires. And in front
of those wires, era-correct smog equipment frames a beefy radiator.
Naturally, ancillary components are exact in every way, with
pliable hoses and a rust-free brake booster accompanying stainless
fuel lines, tight tower clamps and a requisite Delco-Remy
alternator. And bright Chevy Orange engine skin is seated in a
clean, Satin Black frame.
51 YEARS OF CLEAN LIVING
Peer under this low-slung Chevy and you'll find a familiar factory
chassis that's straight, solid and ready to roll. The car's stout
big block twists torque through an original Turbo-Hydramatic 400
3-speed, which hangs a correct "CL - 69" assembly tag opposite a
matching 736331 partial VIN. That numbers-matching transmission
spins a correct differential that, according to its "CAW" assembly
code, sports correct 3.08 gears. Beneath that drivetrain, a factory
suspension combines correct, optional power steering with correct,
power-assisted discs. True-dual pipes shuttle spent gases through
throaty turbo mufflers. All that high quality hardware rides on
factory steelies, which spin correct, NOS Goodyear white stripes
around handsome Deluxe Wheel Covers. And those retro meats have
only spun 101 miles since being mounted.
ALL-ORIGINAL, EVEN IN HERE
Slip this Stingray's factory alarm system and you'll find an
all-original interior built around correct vinyl buckets that are
peaked with optional headrests. A familiar dash founds an array of
black-trimmed telemetry above a factory-optioned AM/FM radio. At
the base of that dash, a tapered console frames a factory shifter.
Below that console, Corvette-themed floor mats split the difference
between clean carpet and stainless-trimmed foot pedals. At the
edges of that rug, weather-free door panels feature tasteful
stainless hardware. And a fixed column spins a sporty, satin-spoke
steering wheel.
Coveted and cherished, this national award-winning Chevy is a
reference-grade Space Age super star that's ready to be shown and
celebrated. With top-notch preservation, major provenance and more
style than pretty much anything on the road, the car literally
defines the term "investment grade". If you're looking for a
first-rate classic with virtually unmatched exclusivity, hit up
https://www.RKMotors.com and take home this incredible Corvette
Sting Ray!
HIGHLIGHTS
Fully documented, reference-grade 427 Stingray survivor that's
logged just 33,708 miles
Scored 99.1 out of 100 points to earn the NCRS Duntov Mark of
Excellence Award in 2019
Earned the NCRS Performance Verification Award in 2018
Earned the NCRS 4-Star Award in 2017
Scored 98.8 out of 100 points to earn Bloomington Gold BENCHMARK
honors in 2016
Used as a reference car in the NCRS 1968-69 Corvette Technical
Information Manual & Judging Guide
Original 427 cubic inch Chevrolet V8 with 390 horsepower
Original Turbo-Hydramatic 400 3-speed automatic transmission
Correct factory power steering
Correct factory 4-wheel power disc brakes
Original Black vinyl interior with a factory-optioned alarm system
and a factory-optioned AM/FM radio
Original Burgundy lacquer paint
Correct NOS Goodyear white stripe tires mounted around
factory-optioned Deluxe Wheel Covers
Full Ownership History
Original Sales Invoice
Original Window Sticker
Original Protect-O-Plate
Judging sheets for the car's NCRS Duntov Mark of Excellence
Award
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
