Vehicle Description
This 1959 Corvette is one striking total package. An attractive
color combo with plenty of bright chrome makes quite an impression
on the outside. Both tops give you complete freedom. The dual-quad
V8 power with a four-speed keeps you wanting to hop in and go for a
drive. And since this icon is ready to roll right now, what's
stopping you from enjoying this symbol of the open road?
Snowcrest White is a year-correct color that has everlasting
appeal. This is a respray later in life that gives this convertible
a good gloss that goes beyond your average driver without looking
like an over-done trailer queen. It's the kind of ideal look that
Corvette fans often look for because it remains impressive without
taking the car out of bounds. Plus, where the real flair is
showcased on this one is in the brightwork. You can tell there was
a nice investment in chrome in all the places that count, including
the toothy-grille, two-piece front bumpers, and two-piece rear with
integrated exhaust. And as you dig deeper into this car, you can
tell it has been appreciated for the details. It's in everything
from the functioning hood cowl to the way the doors close with
confidence. Plus, by 1959 the first gen Corvette had evolved into a
car with proper side windows, and you get the choice to button-up
this car fully with either the white convertible top or white hard
top.
While weather color-matched roof gives this a good look, a C1 is
really meant to be enjoyed with the roof down. We love the red
interior because it looks so bold against the white paint, and at
the same time, it reminds us of the look of the first-year cars.
The interior is kept highly vintage, right down to the factory
heater and Wonderbar AM radio that's still cranking out tunes. The
dash, carpet piping, door panels, and bucket seats all have a nice
cherry hue. And speaking of the seats, because C1 ownership is all
about the details, don't forget to point out the horizontal pleats
that were only on the '59s. There's a healthy dose of brightwork on
the door panels, dash, and steering wheel and it's all complete and
shining, like a good classic should. The thin and grippy wheel
feels great in your hands, and it gives you a commanding view of
the full gauge panel. And because the all important tach in this
stick-shift car is still working, there's nothing stopping you from
going out and having a Route 66-style adventure.
Under the hood is a period correct 283 cubic inch V8. Everything
from the broad and bright air grabber, to the finned Corvette valve
covers look like the correct pieces for a stock '58 Corvette. Plus,
as you peek into the motor a bit more you see this was done with
dual Carter four-barrel carburetors for proper C1 power. You'll
also spot the right maintenance right down to fundamentals like
good hoses, belt, and wires. This makes for a motor that fires up
nicely for the feeling of a classic Corvette that you can
confidently enjoy on the road. Plus, the control of the four-speed
manual transmission and the howl of the dual exhaust are an
intoxicating symphony for the senses.
The C1 Corvette is an icon, and so rarely will you get a chance at
something so beautiful that's also turn-key ready for fun this
weekend. Don't wait, call today!
