Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible with a matching
#'s L79 327cid/350HP 'HT' code engine matched to a 4 speed manual
transmission! The car is extremely striking in its original 'Milano
Maroon' color (code MM) paint with its original and very striking
matching 'Maroon' (trim 435) vinyl interior trim matched to its
factory optional and original 4 speed manual transmission and
aluminum knock off wheels!Odometer reads 87,327 miles.Very rare
color combination.Matching #s 327-350 hp engine.Casting number
3782870. Date code C 3 5. Engine pad number 5113025 F0315HT.4 speed
manual transmission with the VIN number stamped on the side
case.Rear End code AN 3 12 65, 3.55:1 positraction. Most factory
correct items under the hood; shielding, air cleaner, alternator #
5C10, distributor # 1100693, intake manifold # 3844461, Holley carb
# 3849804, expansion tank, water pump.Correct upper and lower
ignition shielding and air cleaner.Rebuilt engine by previous
owner.Rear trailing arm bushings and spring cushions recently
replaced. Very clean under the hood. Runs and drives great.Optioned
with side exhaust (added), knock off aluminum wheels, power
antenna, M-20, 3.55 rear, back up lights. AM/ FM radio.Paint code
MM, Milano Maroon. Lacquer paint and always garaged.Very nice body
with bonding strips in place.Body weather stripping is in great
shape.Re-chromed bumpers.Original stainless steel trim and nice.
Newer body emblems.Rust free under carriage with factory natural
fiberglass floors.Trim code 435, Maroon vinyl.New seats and door
panels. Newer carpet, excellent original dash pads with no
cracks.All factory gauges functional.Factory am-fm radio, rebuilt
clock, factory shifter.White soft top which is in good
condition.Knock off wheels with white stripe radial tires.The car
has no signs of any accidents with bonding strips intact and is the
beneficiary of an obviously recent beautiful repaint in it's
original 'Milano Maroon' factory color and looks extremely striking
with a complimenting matching 'Maroon' interior. The car must be
driven and seen to be truly appreciated - drives straight as an
arrow with no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly
remarkable daily driver that will give any modern day high
performance sports car a run for it's money! The 4 speed manual
transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and the
temperature always remains cool!This is a rare opportunity to own a
great daily driving and never abused example of a beautifully
restored only as required (Paint etc) and seriously striking second
generation Corvette, a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette 327/350HP Roadster
with all the important and cosmetcially striking factory options; 4
speed manual transmission, side exhausts amp; knock off wheels!This
is one highly desirable and collectible unabused example of one of
the best styling efforts of the decade, a genuine grand touring car
in every sense of the word, this shortest lived Corvette design
(1963-67) is probably the most sought after apart from the
1953-1958 models and they are seemingly increasing in value and
desirability each year and which is sure to prove a most worthy
investment for any Corvette collector or classic American car
enthusiast!
