Vehicle Description
1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
"The C3 1974 Corvette is renowned for its distinctive design
elements that continue to captivate car enthusiasts. Key features
include the sleek body lines, flared fenders, and the introduction
of the two piece rear bumper, which gave the car a more streamlined
look. Iconic design features like the "Coke bottle" shape and the
removable T-top roof panels made the 1974 Corvette instantly
recognizable. Despite the stringent emissions regulations of the
era, the 1974 Corvette managed to maintain respectable performance
figures, balancing power with compliance." Thxvette-vues.com
For consignment, a 1974 Chevrolet Corvette coupe with a title
verified 45,719 actual miles. This is a three owner, numbers
matching L-82 example in Classic White and wearing side pipes. As
Vette-Vues writes, "the 1974 Corvette is highly sought after by
collectors for several reasons. Its unique design changes and the
transitional nature of its production year add to its allure.".
Exterior
Unmistakably a Corvette, the long nose encircles the front wheels
with arched fenders that are accentuated by the fender duct and
trailing cove that in one form or another, always adorns a
Corvette. The shoulder line dips on the door, then rises slightly
to take in a flush door handle on its way to the rear arch,
completing the Coke bottle profile. Out back, the 1974 only rear
seam is seen in the bumper cover, losing the chrome bumper and
setting a trend of body colored panels that lives on in the C8. On
top, body colored T-tops meet a vertical C-pillar and raked
windshield which in turn descends to the cowl vents on the center
rise of the hood. Thrush side pipes travel the length of the rocker
panel. Overall, the paint and trim is very nice. Imperfections
include some cracking bondo on the body and seams, touched up
scuffs and cracks, and variance in shades of white between the
impact end caps and main body.
Interior
Stylish door panels greet entrants with angled features and a
simulated woodgrain panel bordered with silver trim and both doors
present cleanly. The leather buckets are in great shape with some
patina creasing on the driver's side and each wear, for the first
time, integrated shoulder lap seat belts. By today's standards, the
steering wheel has a thin rim but is contoured for fingers making
it comfortable and grippy. It leads to the standard instrument
cluster that places tach and speedometer in front of the driver and
a series of five dials in the center stack, always reminding us of
an aircraft configuration. Below that panel is an AM/FM radio
looking completely original and the surrounding plastic is in good
shape. The wood veneer on the center console shows a touch of
patina and sun fading while housing the thumb dial controls for the
A/C, then the epic ball shifter with double grip reverse lock
release. The hand brake housing has also been sunbathing and sports
a crack in addition to fade. The charcoal carpet on the floor and
cargo area also shows some exposure while Corvette branded mats
reside in the footwell.
Drivetrain
Pulling the hood forward reveals the numbers matching 350ci L82 V8
rated at 250 horsepower and receiving fuel from a 4-barrel
carburetor. Behind it, the numbers matching Muncie M21 4-speed
manual transmission routing power to the rear axle with 3.55 gears
with Positraction. Power disc brakes are found on all four
corners.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath with a good amount of surface rust
throughout and general age patina. Dual exhaust turns quickly to
the side to enter Thrush sidepipes in a finned heat shield.
Suspension is made up of coil springs in front, and Corvette's
unique independent rear suspension is present and capped off with
transverse leaf springs.
Drive-Ability
We take our seat, positioned in a more reclined attitude with legs
flat to the floor, and grab that satisfying shifter to take the car
around the loop. The engine purrs like a kitten, or lion, and the
350 demonstrates respectable power and acceleration. Wide tires on
the 15-inch Chevy Rally wheels creates a stable stance and great
handling and the only items we note not working are the A/C and the
tachometer. All others operate as they should. While Classic Auto
Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of
our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working
at the time of your purchase.
Do a keyword search for numbers matching, and very few 1974
Corvettes would likely come up. It is the holy grail you're looking
for when adding to your collection and the L82 is icing on this
white cake! Here's a low mileage example of a 51 year old classic
that is ready for owner number four.
1Z37T4S431837
1-Chevrolet
Z-Corvette
37-Coupe
T-350ci 4bbl 250hp L82 V8
4-1974
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
431837-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
K18-June 18th
TRIM 404-Black Leather
PAINT 910-Classic White
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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