Vehicle Description
Lots of horsepower and lots of eyeball appeal, this 1972 Chevrolet
Corvette roadster certainly delivers on all fronts. Packing a
strong-running, 350 V8 small block mated to a smooth-shifting
automatic transmission, this is a gorgeous Stingray that neatly
balances style, performance, and desirability. Forget trailer
queens, this is a chrome bumper beauty you won't be able to resist
on the road.
Originally Elkhart Green, the former owners of this early C3
Corvette were obviously inspired by Prince's 'Lil Red Corvette
mega-hit and made the wise choice to switch the car's color to red.
Whether the shade is Mille Miglia or Monza Red, there's nothing
quite like a red Corvette convertible, especially one that sports a
black convertible top and gorgeous interior. Stingrays (that's
right, 'Stingray' was one word by 1972) represent the peak of
American muscle car design, and they practically beg to be covered
in a bright shade like the dialed-in finish on this droptop. I
don't care who you are or where you go, there's just no way you'll
be missed in this car. The bodywork is quite straight, the paint
looks fairly fresh, glossy, and deep, and it has that look of a
Corvette that has been enjoyed, but never abused. The way the light
plays over those voluptuous fenders in an unbroken curve is proof
that someone invested a good amount of time getting everything
straight, and the smooth, shiny driver-grade finish is evidence of
excellent care since the restoration was completed. The headlights
pop up without hesitation and the rear deck fits well, making the
top disappear seamlessly. Bright chrome bumpers add some jewelry,
along with the egg crate grills up front and on the front fenders,
and big, rectangular exhaust cut-outs out back strongly suggest
that there's some serious blasting powder under the hood.
Originally Code 421 Light Saddle leather, the cabin was restored
back to those exact specs and colors, a perfect complement to the
bright red exterior. Contoured buckets offer improved lateral
support as they hold you in place better than any Corvette before,
and the seats remain in good condition, giving the interior a
welcoming, casual look that says, "Let's go for a ride!" Slide
behind the wheel and your hand falls naturally to the automatic
shifter inside the factory center console, and as your eyes roam
over the interior, you notice details like the upgraded retro-style
AM/FM stereo, woodgrain trim, and the spec plaque right there on
the console. The factory gauges are in above-average condition,
with the tach showing a correct 5500 RPM redline and all the
auxiliary gauges work like they should, including the clock. Other
options include a sporty 3-spoke steering wheel atop a
tilt/telescopic column, seatbelts, and A/C. Plush tan carpets on
the floors help insulate the cabin, the door panels at the flanks
look great, and overhead there's a black convertible top that's in
very good shape, and this beauty comes equipped with a red
removable hard top as well.
The engine is the original numbers-matching 350 cubic inch V8
that's running incredibly well, with the perfect amount of power
for this fiberglass droptop. Expertly maintained and neatly
dressed, and it looks like a performance engine bathed in Chevy
Orange paint on the block, polished valve covers, and bright chrome
air cleaner. A stock intake and 4-barrel carburetor certainly help
bolster the big horsepower, and the addition of an HEI distributor
and long-tube headers all help in the reliability department as
well. Underneath, it's incredibly clean, with solid floors, a
throaty dual exhaust system, and upgraded shock absorbers all
around. Power steering and a big sway bar up front mean this
Corvette handles like a dream, and with power 4-wheel disc brakes
it stops on a dime. For a correct look, it rolls on shiny Rallys
wearing 225/70/15 BFGoodrich redline radials with plenty of life
left.
For a Corvette that's built to drive, this bright red convertible
hits a lot of high notes and offers a whole lot of car for the
money. Isn't it time you stopped watching from the sidelines and
got into the hobby? Call today!