Vehicle Description
1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
"Nassau Blue Corvettes are seen by many as a rare and unique color
for Corvettes. The mid tone blue color was produced on Corvettes
during the 1965 and 1966 model years for the 2nd generation
Corvettes and then returned with the introduction of the 5th
generation in 1997 and continued through the 2000 model year.
During the 1965 & 1966 production years, Nassau Blue was the most
popular color with a little over 6,000 for each year.". Thx to
Corvetteblogger.com
For consignment, a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette coupe in Nassau Blue and
retaining its numbers matching engine. Power windows, power
antenna, and a 4-speed manual transmission are just the tip of the
iceberg for this American classic.
Exterior
Nassau of course is the capital city of the Bahamas and the water
color is accurately depicted on this car. The Bahamas are home to
40 species of sharks and so it's fitting that this Sting Ray has a
shark-like shape. A nose that's pointed, a hump that adds height
like a dorsal fin, a center line that travels over the roof,
vertical side gills, and a tail that ends in an epic apex that
begins at the rear window and compresses gradually to the very end.
The tops of the doors curve sharply inward fitting a sculpted
groove when the door is closed while allowing easy access when the
door is open. Metalwork that includes window frames, door handles,
mirror, gas cap, light rings, and emblems are all in immaculate
condition. 15-inch wheels with knock-off hubs are in place and the
yellow lined tires complete the classic styling. The only
imperfections we note are two minor scratches.
Interior
Like the caps on ocean waves, the interior contrasts the blue in
striking white beginning with the door panels and the inner window
frame. Over the glossy door sill and perfect door jambs, we find
bucket seats that are pure white leather and complemented by a
white center armrest. The walnut 3 spoke steering wheel is posted
on a blue column leading to the infamous coved gauge pod with
symmetrical circles, two large units flanked by two small ones on
each side. The plastic and gauge faces are in great condition, as
is the center stack in Nassau blue and housing a rather elaborate
analog clock and the vertically mounted radio. The double hump dash
repeats in front of the passenger with only the arched door of the
glove box in front. A factory fresh center console is spotless and
is home to a Hurst shifter replaced by the consignor when the
Muncie wouldn't engage. Blue loop carpet fills the foot wells,
covers the back cargo area and is in great shape. Above, the
straight white headliner is in excellent condition.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is the numbers matching 327ci L79 V8 rated at 365
horsepower and topped with a 4-barrel Holley carburetor, tied to a
non original M20 Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. Power is
routed to the rear axle where our consignor states 3.08 gears
exist, although the stamping code denotes 4.11 positraction. Disc
brakes are supplied to the front and rear wheels.
Undercarriage
No surprises underneath as everything is very, very clean. Surface
rust on the control arms and rear driveshafts, front knuckle, and
some on the frame rail, but not much more. The dual exhaust flows
back to a pair of stock style mufflers then exit via chrome tips.
Coil springs are up front and transverse strut rods, torque control
arms, and a transverse leaf spring makes up suspension in the
back.
Drive-Ability
The car fired up, ran well, handled great, stopped on demand, and
sounds amazing. Okay the clock doesn't work but that's no deal
breaker! Everything else, including its ability to take our breath
away, works just fine.
This is a beautiful collector grade show car representing a favored
factory color and evidence of years of heartfelt work into its
ground up restoration. It's impeccable and worthy of a look from
discerning potential buyers. We would recommend quick action on
your part as this standout likely won't sit long.
194375S106322
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
37-Coupe
5-1965
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
106322-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
F08-January 8th
STYLE 65 437-1965 Corvette Coupe
BODY S1133-St. Louis Body #
TRIM 450AG-Blue & White Vinyl
PAINT 900FF-Nassau Blue
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