Vehicle Description
1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
The 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is one of the least changed from the
previous year. This was the aftermath of the labor problems during
'69 and '70. The biggest changes are in the motor to reduce the
octane requirements from previous years as mandated by GM. This
took higher priority than any cosmetic changes. One thing that was
changed was the parking light lenses, most 71's have amber lenses
although some early production models have clear. The resin process
used to form body parts was also updated to increase quality. This
was the last year for the M22 "Rock Crusher" heavy duty
transmission. It was named the "Rock Crusher" because of the sounds
it made when shifting. Still no black Vettes' this year on the
standard order sheet.
For consignment, a mostly original 1971 Stingray "Sugar Scoop"
version of the classic Corvette. Looking exactly the part of an
unrestored and honest car with its white body over red vinyl and
numbers matching big block powerplant. It includes it's
protect-o-plate, window sticker, tank sticker and all associated
paperwork. Purchased by our consignor in St Louis and driven home
to PA, then going on to win 3rd place in a concours event in
Carlisle, PA. We present to you a very nice and straight fiberglass
and chrome, removable roof panels and the timeless Corvette lines,
this car draws looks wherever it goes.
Exterior
Classic White, in mostly original condition bathes the body of this
shark, there is evidence of a respray on the removable roof panels
but overall, very nice. A few minor faults in the form of paint
chipping and spider cracks are seen but still looking just great
with chrome bumpers, and all britework are like new. In 1971,
fender flares were designed into the body contours to reduce
wheel-thrown debris damage. In the sides of the front quarters are
curved air venting with a Stingray badge. Egg-crate grills and
larger squared front directional lamps are noted and correct for
this year, working in tandem with the hidden headlights. A nice
removable "T"top in matching Classic white metal panels sit within
a chromed framework with supple rubber seals. Bright and shiny
stainless trimmings are on either rocker and long "flying buttress"
B pillars work their way rearward and frame the vertical rear
glass. On back are the quad of round taillights and the split rear
accenting bumper in chrome. 15 inch deep dish rally wheels are on
all 4 corners, and are wrapped by raised white letter BF Goodrich
TA radials.
Interior
Two showroom condition red vinyl buckets sit within a sea of bright
red carpeting, which has two red deep pile carpeted floor mats. The
center console and ascending panel which works its way to the dash
houses several gauges, the shift lever, and the factory AM/FM
radio. Some textured black bezels and plenty of gauges all are
extremely clean. A red vinyl padded armrest fits snugly between the
buckets and gives plenty of room for each occupant to share. The
dash is near showroom, and a note to the level of upkeep and care
on this interior, the temperature wheels and letter is still near
factory perfect. A large red carpeted storage area backing the
seats is presenting very clean and carpeting is in very good
condition here as are the black vinyl bags for the removable roof
panels.
Drivetrain
A CPH code for this engine denotes it is a 454ci/365hp TurboFire
engine with the correct Rochester Quadrajet single 4-barrel
carburetor atop. This mill is numbers matching and is attached at
the rear with a numbers matching Muncie M20 4-speed manual
transmission. Putting the 365 ponies to the pavement is a 3.08
Positraction equipped rear axle that carries the correct AW
stamping code. Noted is the total absence of any corrosion on cast
aluminum parts, and the pristine condition of the engine itself in
this well-kept engine bay.
Undercarriage
The frame, floor pans, and rocker panels are all totally rust free,
and perfectly patined. A dry underside with virtually no drips, or
faults can be viewed with the car on a lift. No problems to report
here! Disc brakes are on all 4 corners, and we see an independent
coil spring front suspension working with a frame anchored
differential with a transverse leaf spring in the rear.
Drive-Ability
This writer just adores these early 70's Corvettes and I had to
take this one out. It fired right up, and the test track proved to
be a great drive with fast acceleration, great handling and bias
free panic stopping. All functions were working well with the
exception of the A/C, and it is a comfortable cruiser too!
There's something about a white over red car that gets my juices
flowing. If that same rush of emotion hits you the same, you need
to check out our latest mostly original 1971 'Vette. Very rarely do
we see a car from this year in this condition. All numbers matching
drivetrain, and interior is mostly blemish free, and appears
showroom new. Visit us at Classic Auto Mall, tour our Hallowed
Halls, and see this classic, you will not be disappointed.
VIN DECODE
194371S113589
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
37-Coupe
1-1971
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
113589-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
H30-March 30th Build
TRIM 407-Red Vinyl
PAINT 972-Classic White
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
