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 38,161 title verified actual mile 1971
Stingray "Sugar Scoop" version of the classic Corvette. Almost
showroom looking, a not oft seen factory correct Brands Hatch Green
respray with a body matching T top and redone green 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 is under the hood with a
built ZZ4 350ci V8, but purists fret not, as the numbers matching
engine and rear axle are 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.
ExteriorBrands Hatch Green, in a driver quality plus condition
respray bathes the body of this shark. 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 brite work is 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 vents 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 Brands Hatch green metal panels sit
within a chromed framework with nearly new 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 green vinyl buckets, recovered and with new
foams done by Corvette America, sit within a sea of clean green
carpeting, which has two black deep pile carpeted floor mats. The
center console and ascending panel works its way to the dash houses
several gauges, the shift lever, and an aftermarket AM/FM radio.
Some textured green and black bezels and plenty of gauges, all are
extremely clean, are enough to keep a 747 pilot busy for hours
occupy the dash central and in front of the driver. A green 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 lettering is still near factory perfect. A
large green 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 as well as the
addition of 2 speaker boxes.
Drivetrain
Replacing the original engine, a 350ci V8, which will come with
this car which was running when pulled, is now a ZZ4 Hot Cam 350ci
V8 engine that the consignor stated puts out 293hp to the rear
wheels, however no documentation is provided to back this up. This
is topped with ported cylinder heads and a ported intake to handle
the 4 barrel carburetor and as a huge bonus the numbers correct
rebuilt factory carb is included. A numbers matching Muncie M20,
(check the photos of the stampings as the stamping denotes a July
30th assembly date and the car holds a scheduled assembly date of
January 24th), is bolted to the back. The rear axle weighs in at
3.70 gear ratio, (COAstamping code), from 1969 and does a nice job
of spinning the rear tires. Our consignor notes that the original
pumpkin is also included with your purchase. The engine has some
bling added with Edelbrock badged ribbed valve coverings, an open
chromed air cleaner housing, and very little corrosion or rust
seen.
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 with all new bushings in 2023, and for the
rear, full independent suspension with a frame anchored
differential unit and transverse leaf springs and adjustable struts
work to provide the ride. New 4 wheel disc brakes with O-ring
calipers and stainless sleeves bringthis car to a halt, and the
fully rebuilt in September 2023 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 350ci mill. Bias free braking, and an easy clutch for the
4-speed make driving this artwork a pleasure. The heater blower was
not working, the radio did not turn on and the horn refused to
beep, otherwise all functions were working as intended during my
tenure behind the wheel.
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!
194371S100682
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
37-Coupe
1-1971
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
100682-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
A24-January 24th
TRIM 423-Dark Green Vinyl
PAINT 983-Brands Hatch Green
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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.
