Vehicle Description
1972 Chevrolet Corvette - 350ci V8 - Edelbrock Performance Heads -
Edelbrock Intake - 4 Speed Manual Transmission - Hurst Shifter - T
Tops - Steel Cities Gray Exterior - Black Deluxe Leather Interior -
Original Owners Manuals and Warranty Booklet, with Protect o Plate
- Original Window Sticker and NCRS Certificate - Rallye Wheels With
BF Goodrich Tires 1972 is the final year for the chrome bumper C3
generation cars, and this car in particular is a beautiful example
of a chrome bumper C3 generation Vette. The car has been well
maintained, and includes the original window sticker, a NCRS
Certificate, and the Protect O Plate. Finished in the factory
correct color of Steel Cities Gray (code 988), which is an
interesting name for a vehicle color, particularly a Corvette, this
car is easy on the eyes. It's a beautiful color that has a touch of
blue in it, which gives this metal bumper, early '72 production
Corvette an upscale, elegant, and slightly understated look.
Because of the unique color, the curves of the body look slightly
softer than those of a car painted in a brighter color like red.
All of the chrome trim and bumpers really pop in contrast to the
gray paint, and the wheels with their chrome hubcaps and chrome
beauty rings seem to have more depth. The exterior paint shows even
gloss, and depth throughout, and body panels line up as they
should. T-tops, which come with storage bags, give occupants the
chance to have the cabin open more so than a standard coupe. A low
seating position in the car affords you a great view of the well
kept interior in this Vette. Custom Interior Trim is among the few
options that this car rolled off the line with, yet it really made
a difference in the look of the car. The custom interior trim
consisted of leather seating surfaces, wood grain panels on the
doors and dashboard, and different carpeting than standard. The car
is currently finished in the factory correct Black trim (code 404)
which shows well other than peeling wood trim, and some cracking
showing on the leather seats. However, the dash pad, interior
plastic trim, and carpeting, are in very nice condition, and the
gauge faces are all clear and easy to read. Three pedals in the
driver's footwell is what we like to see in a car like this, and
this Corvette has just that. Shifting through the gears in a car
like this, and hearing the sound of the V8 under the bulged hood is
sublime. Speaking of the V8 under the hood, the engine is a 350ci
V8 that has a few tasteful aftermarket goodies added to the mix.
Edelbrock performance heads, and an Edelbrock intake manifold work
in conjunction with a Holley carburetor. Polished valve covers and
a chrome air cleaner help to dress the engine bay up a little.
Finished in an understated and elegant color of Steel Cities Gray,
this car is a treat for the eyes. It offers t-tops, just the right
amount of chrome trim, a V8 mated to a 4-speed transmission, and
some great documentation. This is a special car that has been well
cared for, and tastefully upgraded. There is a slim chance of
running into another C3 generation Corvette at your local cars and
coffee or cruise that is finished in this particular color
combination, or as well maintained as this chrome bumper car.
Please call if interested or e-mail with specific questions. Thanks
for looking.
