Vehicle Description
You don't often hear the words "tastefully modified" and "Corvette"
in the same sentence, but this awesome 1975 Corvette really nails
it with a drop-dead gorgeous color combination and a cackling big
block motor under the hood. Mated to a quick-shifting 4-speed
manual, the powerful 454 V8 under the hood is just the highlight of
over $17K worth of upgrades this beauty has received through the
recent years, resulting in one of the better cared-for and
presented urethane bumper C3s we've ever featured.
In case you haven't noticed, '70s Corvettes are on a bit of a
streak these days, with new Corvette fans turning up almost daily
and embracing the affordable fiberglass they represent. This one
doesn't presume to be a trailer queen (how could you resist not
driving this Corvette every day with that killer drivetrain
beckoning?), but instead is happy to be an uber-clean, handsome
Corvette with a fantastic look that will definitely get noticed by
anyone that gets near it. Top driver quality would be apt summation
provided by most, with only a small handful of minor imperfections
to speak of, and the lines between the urethane bumpers and the
body were filled-in and painted over for a slick, all-in-one design
that we absolutely love. How come nobody else thought of that
before? Other than that, the presentation is mostly stock (even
down to the rather conservative cowl hood), and even though the
Candy Apple Red Metallic paint is not original to the car, it's a
huge upgrade over the Code 67 Medium Saddle this C3 was born with.
And if you are indeed a purist, the exciting new shade is somewhat
close to the Dark Red offered in 1975, so maybe you can find
comfort in that. It's obvious that the color change was done right,
as there's no trace of the original paint in the door jambs or
under the hood, and fit and finish are well above-average for a
mid-70s 'Vette. Chrome and brightwork is minimal, other than the
rocker panel molding between the wheels, and even all the original
badging was deleted for a clean, smooth look. T-tops were color
matched to the body, and withing seconds transform this beaty into
an open-air cruiser.
Inside, everything was restored back-to-stock in the late '90s, but
the C3's interior design has aged quite well, especially in
factory-correct Code 65V Medium Saddle. That restoration brought
newer seat covers, dash pad, door panels, and plush carpets, which
are all still in great condition today thanks to years of careful,
conscientious ownership. The interior still has a fresh look, and
who can argue with a low 2-seat cockpit bristling with technology,
even if it is 1970s technology? The gauges are crisp and clear,
with a full array of auxiliary gauges in the center stack as well
as a newer AM/FM/cassette stereo head unit that fits neatly in the
dash. Performance fans will also be pleased to see the chrome
4-speed manual shifter sticking out of the center console, meaning
that this is one of the more involving Corvettes to drive, and the
sporty black-and-beige billet steering wheel really kicks things up
a notch inside. Options include an Old Air A/C system, seatbelts,
and woodgrain trim in the door panels, and even the original
steering wheel is included with the sale. And where the exterior is
extroverted, the interior remains sophisticated and neatly done,
not to mention quite comfortable, so you shouldn't be afraid to
drive this car everywhere you go. Pull the T-tops and have some
fun!
The top engine in 1975 was the L82, but the 454 big block V8 that's
in there now trumps it in a big way. With Hedman long-tube headers,
a 4-barrel carburetor, a performance intake manifold, and a Street
Fire HEI distributor, the big block cranks out big horsepower and
torque, making it a lot more potent than this car would have been
new. It's a slick look under the hood with chrome valve covers and
a matching open-element air cleaner, and a big aluminum radiator up
front keeps the giant block nice and cool. Underneath, the chassis
is clean and straight with a long list of upgrades and new parts,
just the way you'd want it on a Corvette you planned to drive, and
the 4-speed transmission is a very willing and able dance partner
out on the road. There are lots of new components in the
suspension, steering, and brake systems, along with a newer and
great-sounding dual exhaust system, and this one really shows off
how easy a life it's had in a warm, dry climate. And despite the
big horsepower upgrade, this Corvette doesn't really advertise,
instead sticking with stock Rally wheels and 235/60/15 BFGoodrich
T/A white-letter radials.
This is a great-looking Corvette that is surprising fast and packs
an uber-fun 4-speed transmission, so you need not make any
apologies for falling in love. Call today!
