For Sale: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette in Nampa, Idaho

OVERVIEW

This 1957 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is powered by a dual four-barrel carbureted 283ci V8 mated to a four-speed Muncie transmission. Finished in Venetian Red and Polo White two-tone over a red vinyl interior, this award-winning C1 is now offered by the seller with the original numbers-matching engine block, manuals, restoration and service receipts, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Underwent complete restoration 
• Multi-award winning vehicle 
• Original numbers-matching engine block included with sale 
• Garage-kept 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Idaho 

EXTERIOR

• Venetian Red and Polo White two-tone paint
• White convertible top 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Chrome brightwork 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch stock wheels
  • Corvette wheel covers
• 205/75 BFGoodrich whitewall radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Red vinyl upholstery
• Daytona weave carpet 
• Floor-mounted manual shifter 
• AM radio 
• Rearview mirror 

Updates

• Interior has been reupholstered
• Steering column has been shortened 
• Original steering wheel replaced with smaller model 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 140-mph speedometer 
  • 6,000-rpm tachometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Battery
  • Fuel 
• Odometer shows 15,912 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 283ci V8
  • 245 horsepower 
  • Carter dual four-barrel carburetors 

Transmission

• Four-speed Muncie manual 

Service History Highlights 

• Original engine and Saginaw three-speed transmission replaced
  • Original engine block is included with purchase 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• 3.36 gears
• Drum brakes 
• Dual exhaust system

Service History Highlights

• Original Positraction rear end with 4.11 gears replaced 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Clock inoperable 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Numbers-matching engine block
• Original owner's manual 
• Restoration and service receipts