1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
427/450hp
-Restored Original 1966 Convertible Big Block
-Early Build Car with 450hp Designation
-Sequential Number 898, September 1965 Build
-L72 427ci/450hp Engine, 4 Speed Muncie Transmission
-One of 2,054 Code 978 Laguna Blue (One Year Only)
-One of 54 C48 Option Heater Delete Cars
-2 Tops, Hardtop and Soft Top
-Knock Off Style Wheels and Radial Tires
-4 Wheel Disc Brakes
-Sidepipe Exhaust
Melanson Motors is proud to offer this stunning 1966 Chevrolet Corvette. This Convertible is an early-production example built September 1965 before Chevrolet downrated the power numbers from 450 to 425 hp. This was believed to have been done for insurance reasons and very few cars received the 450hp designation. This particular Corvette is number 898 produced for 1966. Presented in its original color combination of Laguna Blue over Dark Blue vinyl interior. This car has a straight body with excellent gaps. The paint is show quality with very few flaws. The interior is also in excellent shape with all gauges functioning properly. The clock ticks and the AM/FM radio works. The L72 427 cubic inch engine has been professionally rebuilt with photos documenting the rebuild. When rebuilt, the engine was decked and re-stamped. Photos of the pad before the re-stamp remain with the car. It should also be noted that the date code on the heads is August 26th 1965, the date code on the carburetor is 2nd week August 1965, the date code on the engine block is August 11 1965, and the build date of the car is September 16 1965. It runs perfectly and sounds incredible. The 4 speed Muncie shifts properly and feels good. The undercarriage is in restored condition and looks very clean. The car sits on 15” knock off style wheels with Hankook Optimo radial tires. At the time of restoration, power steering was added. This Corvette has factory 4 wheel disc brakes. 2 tops are included in the sale; a Laguna Blue hardtop and a White convertible top.
An excellent opportunity to own a rare 1966 Chevrolet Corvette.
VIN DECODE
1 - Chevrolet
94 - Corvette
67 - Convertible
6 - 1966
S - St. Louis, MO
100898 - Sequential number
TRIM TAG DECODE
Date - A16 - September 16, 1965
Style - 66 467 - 1966 Convertible
Trim - 418BK - Dark Blue Vinyl
Body - S301 - St. Louis Convertible Body #301
Paint - 978AA - Laguna Blue
Engine Casting Number - 3869942
Engine Suffix - T0905IP
Engine Casting Date - H115 (August 11, 1965)
Carburetor Number - 3886101-3247-582 (Second Week August, 1965)
Exhaust Manifold Number - 3880828 and 3880827
Heads - 3873858 - Date: H265 (August 26, 1965)
Trades Considered! Call the owner, Warren at 519-801-6431.
Price in $USD. $113,000
Located in Ontario, Canada, Melanson Motors Inc. frequently sells vehicles to the U.S.A. We are experienced in assisting buyers import to almost all states and can help arrange enclosed transportation.
The above vehicle information is complete and accurate to the best of our knowledge. All advertised information is believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. We assume no liability for errors or omissions.
