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 restored 1971 Stingray "Sugar Scoop" version of
the classic Corvette. Almost showroom looking, a not oft seen
Bridgehampton Blue respray with a body matching T top and black
vinyl interior. For 1971 a new resin formula for the fiberglass was
instituted to improve thy body finish, and it shows nicely on this
sports car. Some extra kick in the seat of the pants under the hood
with a built 383ci V8 but purists fret not, as the numbers matching
engine is also included with your purchase. Also this would be the
second to last year for the chromed bumpers showing up on both ends
of a Corvette.
Exterior
These early 1970's "Vettes" are just beautifully sculpted with
their shark like front ends complete with hidden headlights a split
chrome surround grille, long front quarters that curve around the
wheels and tires, and a small intake grid, (previously known as the
"cove"), just behind the wheel well. OEM side pipes hang from the
rockers and add to the luscious curves that continue for the rear
quarters and raked rearward roll pan containing the 4 round tail
lights. Framing this below is a split rear bumper. 17-inch polished
5 spoke Torque Thrust wheels are on all 4 corners and are wrapped
by BF Goodrich G-Force T/A rubber.
Interior
Tall thin, nice condition vinyl black buckets are flanked by molded
black door panels on either side. A black center console is in and
houses the handbrake and Hurst short throw shift lever. The central
dash has an aftermarket radio in AM/FM/Cassette form, and just
above a quintet of inset gauges to monitor your "flight" status! An
angled black dash front houses the deep inset round gauges in front
of an original rally steering wheel. For the passenger, some vinyl
pockets in lieu of the glovebox can handle thin items,
(maps/purse/etc). One can remove the roof panels for some open air
driving.
Drivetrain
Replacing the original engine, (a 350ci 270hp V8), which will come
with this car but needs a rebuild, is now a 383ci V8 engine that
the consignor stated puts out 435hp, however no documentation is
provided to back this up. This is topped with a 4 barrel carburetor
and a numbers matching to the car Muncie M20 4-speed manual
transmission is strapped to the rear of the V8. The rear axle
weighs in at 3.36 gear ratio, (LR stamping code), and does a nice
job of spinning the rear tires. The engine has some bling added
with Chevrolet badged chrome valve coverings, an open chromed air
cleaner housing, and absolutely no corrosion or rust seen with many
supple color coded wires which come from a 2016 installed
harness.
Undercarriage
Just as the topside impressed this writer, so does the underside. A
nice heavy coating of black paint is seen with patina covered floor
pans and horizontal framing running through at equal spaces as we
go through the car underneath. Independent SLA type with coil
springs are on front, and for the rear, full independent suspension
with a frame anchored differential unit and transverse leaf
springs. Power disc brakes, and power steering helps you maneuver
all the tight parking lots.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter, nice driver and handling to beat the band, this
car is akin to driving a rolling work of art. It is a head turner,
and handles nicely and accelerates with plenty of power thanks to
the built 383ci mill. Bias free braking, and an easy clutch for the
4-speed make driving this artwork a pleasure. The heater blower is
not working and our consignor notes that many original parts are
included. (Engine, factory rally wheels and tires, and all parts to
the un-hooked up AC system)
A nice job overall on the restoration, clean nicely painted
fiberglass, shiny bumpers and hidden headlights as well as the
curvaceous fenders and lines of the sugar scooper version of the
Stingray. Come on down and catch the Corvette virus as the vaccine
cannot stop this baby! I'll take the jab!
194371S120389
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
37-Coupe
1-1971
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
120389-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
K25-June 25th 1971 Build
TRIM 400-Black Vinyl
PAINT 912-Sunflower Yellow
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.
