Vehicle Description
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Please call Matt directly at 513-708-1468 with any questions about
this car.
Seven Hills Motorcars is very proud to offer this beautiful
completely numbers matching 1973 Big Block Corvette Stingray Coupe
in fantastic condition and with the high performance 454ci LS4
engine and only 50,348 original miles. This Corvette looks great,
runs well, and is an excellent driver. It is finished the beautiful
and highly desirable color combination of Blue over Medium Blue
Vinyl. According to the previous owner this 1973 LS4 was an award
winner at the Dayton Concours d'Elegance at Carillon Park.
This Corvette is "Numbers Matching" meaning the engine and
transmission in the car are the correct and original units that
were installed in the car new at the factory in 1973. Virtually
every part we checked on the car is correct with the proper part
numbers and appropriate date codes. We have run the numbers on
literally hundreds of Corvettes over the years and there are very
few that are so correct and original. Even very detailed parts like
the distributor, carburetor, alternator, starter, all of the
windows, and even all the wheels are date coded and original. The
last six digits of the VIN, 432617, are stamped on the engine pad,
which is pictured in this ad, and the engine is original to the
car. The transmission is also original with the last six digits of
the VIN stamped on the main case and pictured.
We have this car priced to sell and are offering an excellent
opportunity to own a very desirable Corvette Stingray at an
unbeatable value. The high performance models like this LS4 big
block draw a great premium over the standard Corvettes. One could
easily buy this car now and sell it for more than the purchase
price in years to come as the market on early C3 Corvettes is very
hot right now and on the rise, this is especially true for the 1973
model year as it was a one year only body style. The low original
mileage is confirmed not only by the condition of the car, but also
the clear Ohio title that shows the mileage as "Actual." Please
peruse all of the photos, video, numbers, and other information
below to get a true sense of how nice this Corvette really is.
As a side note, this Corvette is not a dealer auction vehicle. We
hand pick each car after careful inspection. Our Corvettes come
from owners who expect their car to go to someone that will give
the vehicle the same care and attention as they did. We invite and
encourage you to examine the car in person or have the car
inspected. Please take the time to scrutinize each picture. We
photograph each vehicle to the greatest extent so you can feel
confident about your purchase. If you have a question about the
Corvette, just give us a call.
Model Description
The 1973 Corvette was truly the end of an era. 1973 was the last
year to feature a chrome bumper and is considered by some to be the
last year of truly classic Corvettes. Model years after were more
at the mercy of insurance companies, fuel prices, and emission
concerns, 1973 is considered the last "good" year by many
enthusiasts. The 1973 model year is also considered a special and
different year for Corvette enthusiasts as it was the only model to
have chrome in the back and a rubber bumper in the front. It is
representative of the transition Corvette was making at the time.
As in investment, the 1973 will always have an advantage and out
perform other years because of its precedence as the end of a very
great period for Corvette and muscle cars as a whole.
Exterior
The blue exterior is in excellent condition. As one can see in the
photos, the finish has dazzling gloss, deep shine, and smooth
finish. The original date coded wheels and center caps are in
excellent condition with a brilliant finish and no curb rash on the
beauty rings. Please note that these are the correct original style
4-clip beauty rings, not he cheaper foreign made aftermarket
replacements. The raised white letter tires are literally brand new
with less than 20 miles on them and are correctly sized 225/70R15.
The chrome and other brightwork looks great with a clear finish and
no pitting. There are no major imperfections that have been
intentionally excluded from the photos. There is a crack in the
front bumper. As one can see in the many photos and video of the
underside this car is very clean underneath. We have included
specific photos of the areas most prone to rust to show how nice
this car looks.
Window Date Codes
Please note that ALL of the glass on this Corvette, both "Astro
Ventilation" door windows, the rear window, and even the
windshield, are all date coded and original as each piece predates
the car's body build date of July 10, 1973 (L10). Original glass is
a good indication that this car has had no major accident history
and never sustained significant damage.
Interior
The Medium Blue interior of the Corvette is in outstanding
condition. The seats are in fantastic shape and look just as good
in person as they do in the photos with no punctures, split seams
or excessive wear. There is just a small amount of expected wear in
the typical spot on the driver's bolster. The carpet is also in
great condition with no rips or holes. This includes the rear
carpet, which is often neglected. The gauge faces are clean and
crisp and the lenes are crystal clear. The dash is in great shape
with no cracks, fading, or sun damage. The door panels are in good
condition overall. The original stereo radio works and most
importantly the dash has never been cut or modified for and
aftermarket installation. The jack and jack handle are still with
the car and stored correctly behind the passenger seat. The spare
is also still with the car. This Corvette has never been smoked in;
there are no burns marks and no aroma of cigarettes.
Corvette interiors from this era are not known to wear well and the
excellent condition of this interior is a huge testament to the
meticulous care and attention this car has received throughout its
life and another great verification of the very low original
mileage. The interior looks just as good in person as it does in
the photos.
Mechanical
This Corvette seems to be in very good mechanical condition. The
original numbers matching LS4 454ci big block engine starts right
away every time, runs well, and idles smooth. This Stingray drives
great and feels nice on the road and at highway speeds. In the
video below one can observe the car accelerating on the highway up
to about 70mph, shifting through all the gears, braking to
stoplight, and going through some curves. Please note that there
are no vibrations and the car performs quite well overall. The
brakes are responsive and do not pull to one side or the other. The
transmission shifts well throughout the power bank. Also, the
engine compartment is beautifully clean, detailed, and correct as
one can see in the photos.
The radio works as do all the exterior lights, interior lights,
dash lights, wipers, and indicators; even the key buzzer still
works. All of the gauges work including the clock. Detailed items
like cargo compartment light, floor vents, which is a common
problem on C3 Corvettes, and the "Head Lamps" light on the dash all
work. The "Head Lamps" light goes on properly when the headlights
are first turned on and goes off as it should when the headlights
rise up. The blower for the heater works on all speeds. The entire
vacuum system for the headlights works correctly from both of the
respective switches on the dash and the overrid...for more
information please contact the seller.
