It checks all the boxes! A big block, 4-speed with a/c in a
convertible is rare enough. Don't forget about the gauges, power
steering, disc brakes, bucket seats and more. If you didn't notice
it's red with a white interior too just! I just bought three
fantastic convertibles from a collector in Alabama. Each one is
restored to excellent condition.
EXTERIOR: The body looks to be in very impressive condition. It is
completely straight, I don't see any signs of rust or damage. No
blisters, the body panels lineup beautifully. The doors shut like a
new car. According to the trim tag it's a code 52 garnet red car.
The paint is polished out like glass. It has the white SS stripes
on each side. All of the exterior trim has been replaced- the
bumpers, grill, emblems, mirrors, door handles, tail lights etc.
The white convertible top looks new. The jambs are painted real
slick, all new weather strips and window seals. The windshield was
replaced, stainless trim around the windshield is polished. New SS
wheels with BFGoodrich tires.
INTERIOR: Completely restored to original condition and it's full
of nice accessories. According to the tag it is a parchment
interior which looks great and stays cool. Between the bucket seats
is a console with a Hurst 4-speed sticking out of it. In front of
you, you will find a complete factory tach and gauge cluster,
clock, a deluxe wheel on a tilt column a retro stereo and a power
top switch. All in excellent shape. The seats have been
recushioned, reupholstered and new plastic trim. The door panels,
window cranks, handles and armrests were replaced. The mirror and
visors are new. The owner's manual is in the glovebox.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: It has a correct 396-350 horsepower engine. The
correct casting codes, date and high perf is on the block. It has a
factory aluminum intake, stock exhaust manifolds, valve covers and
air cleaner. The entire engine compartment looks like it's been
restored to stock condition. The power brake booster is cadmium
plated. It also has power steering and factory air conditioning.
The air has been serviced and updated with R134 freon. There is a
Delco battery topper with reproduction cables, battery disconnect
switch and the battery is bolted down properly. It has a proper
clutch fan, shroud and even a correct cap. The underhood light
works. It has hood insulation, wiper motor looks new, reproduction
GM hoses and clamps.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It's complete with a jack and spare. New mat,
well liner, decals and weatherstrip. It has a trunk light. It looks
to me like it's the original metal including the quarter panels. I
don't see any splices. It's been spatter painted and then clear
coated for durability. The bottom of the trunk lid and the jamb are
painted slick red.
UNDERSIDE: The front end has been all rebuilt- ball joints,
bushings, shocks, sway bar, steering controls etc. It has the F41
suspension which includes front and rear sway bars and rear boxed
control arms. The rear suspension was also rebuilt with new
bushings and shocks. The brakes were redone, the E-brake assembly
looks complete. It has disc in front. The fuel system was replaced
including the tank, straps and sending unit.The dual exhaust system
is Dynomax mufflers and correct cowbell tips. Looking up at the
motor it's real clean. Fresh Chevy orange, starter looks fresh. It
has a Muncie 4-speed trans and a 12-bolt rear end. It's a code CX
which is correct for a big block, 3.07 cruising gears. The floors
are solid metal.
No this isn't a dream, this car is real and available for purchase
unless someone beat you to it! If that's the case I am very
sorry.
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle.
Our salesmen are happy to assist with descriptions and making sure
your questions are answered. One great suggestion is letting us do
a walk around video that explains the car's condition in
detail.
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Air conditioning
Power steering
Power disc brakes
Factory gauges
Clock
Tilt deluxe wheel
Power top
Retro stereo
Bucket seats
Center console
SS stripes
F-41 suspension
