#'s matching convertible with very desirable factory air grabber,
bucket seats and console! It has received a detailed
restoration/preservation and is ready to hit the road running "Beep
Beep". This was Motor Trend's car of the year in 1969 and it's easy
to understand why.
EXTERIOR: Absolutely gorgeous! The B3 Ice Blue Metallic paint has
been applied neatly then polished to a smooth and glossy finish.
Correct matte finish stripes on the hood and when the grills on the
hood are red it indicates they are functional feeding fresh air to
the motor. The body panels are said to be original with proper
alignment and gaps that are better than average. The big heavy
doors close very easily. The bumpers have been rechromed and the
rest of the trim was cleaned up; they have an original lustrous
shine. The power white vinyl convertible top is in great shape, and
it also has a boot that matches the interior. The functioning fresh
air hood is a factory option. It is sitting on Magnum 500 rims that
are wrapped in BFG Radial T/A tires.
INTERIOR: Very desirable bucket seats with a console, most were
bench seats with the shifter on the column. The upholstery, door
panels and carpet were replaced. The dash area and console look
original and are in good shape. It still has its rare thumb wheel
8-track player. The power top works, the interior lights are
working. It has its original blue seatbelts too.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Beautifully restored engine bay! The number
matching 383-335 horsepower engine is still in place, not to
mention the "beep beep" horn too. It also has the very desirable
fresh air induction system which is verified by the N96 on the
fender tag. It's very correct and complete: manifolds, air cleaner,
valve covers etc. The battery is properly secured. It runs cool
with a replaced radiator. It has three speed wipers and the
squirters are hooked up. It has clean metal painted blue, the VIN
is on the core support and the original fender tag is still
attached.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The underside of the lid and jamb are both
painted slick just like the body. A reproduction sticker was added
and the weatherstrip, well liner and mat were replaced. The pan
metal is all solid and rust free with a neatly applied spatter
finish paint. There is a full-size spare with jack.
UNDERSIDE: The frame and floors are solid rust-free metal that was
prepped and painted semi-gloss black. The front/rear suspension and
steering was gone through. The brakes are working great, the
e-brake is hooked up. Great sounding exhaust system with cross
pipe, fresh mufflers, and the correct chrome tips. The fuel system
was replaced including the tank. Looking up at the motor you can
see the correct casting #s, date, and matching VIN. The correct 727
Torqueflite automatic transmission looks fresh. Correct 8 3/4" rear
end with 3.23 gears.
SERVICE: Our lead mechanic thoroughly inspected this car, and we
tightened the belts, replaced the fuel tank, replaced the fuel
sending unit, adjusted the brake light switch, lubed the driver's
door latch, and mounted two new tires.
Only 2,128 convertibles were made total! How many have bucket seat,
fresh air and still have matching #s. Put the top down, put it in
drive and "beep beep" the horn. Let the people know to get out of
your way because you're headed to having a great time!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle. Our salesmen are happy to
assist with descriptions and making sure your questions are
answered. One great suggestion is letting us do a walk around video
that explains the car's condition in detail. **These cars are
displayed in a museum. If interested in a particular car, make an
appointment with a salesman to see that car. Without an appointment
there is an admission fee to enter the showroom. If you buy a car,
your admission will be refunded, and you will be given a 1 year
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815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
N96 Fresh Air induction
Power steering
Power top
Bucket seats
Center console
AM 8-track
Remote mirror
Hood stripes
Magnum 500 wheels
Beep Beep horn
Fender tag
