Vehicle Description
Collector Car Gallery is very pleased to offer this stunning 1957
Chevrolet Corvette. Prior to our possession, this vehicle had been
owned by the same person since 1972, almost 50 years! Purchased by
the previous owner as a teenager and driven sparingly then put away
for the next 30 years. Then began the tedious process of
disassembly and restoration. The restorer's passion and connection
to the car are evident in the attention to detail. This restoration
was not rushed by time or money constraints. This restoration was a
labor of love that lasted several years and closely followed the
restoration guide book. We are so very pleased and honored to have
acquired this American sports car. Finished in Venetian Red, the
exterior is showing very well with very few visible blemishes. The
hard top is gorgeous. The soft top is currently being assembled and
will accompany the vehicle. The Red interior shows as though the
car has barely seen use. An Al Knoch interior kit was used to made
this perfect. The frame was powder coated and there are many
pictures of the restoration process. The ORIGINAL 283/240
horsepower engine and automatic transmission were professionally
rebuilt. With only 52,115 documented ORIGINAL miles, this piece is
a rare gem. These miles are historically documented and verified.
It is very rare these days to have the opportunity to own a vehicle
with such an ironclad history of ownership. Typically these
vehicles bounce from collection to collection or auction to
auction. This is an opportunity to own a car that a 17 year old
young man purchased 50 years ago and spent decades dreaming about
bringing back to its original glory. The previous owner said many
times, ""I tried to honor the car as best I could. It deserved to
be brought back to life and driven."" Please call Rich
(260)704-0234 for additional photos, video, or information. This is
a stunning turn key piece that is can be driven anywhere today.
