For Sale: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette in Saint Louis, Missouri

Throughout development of the Chevrolet Corvette's first generation, General Motors struggled to get a read on the notoriously fickle American sports car market. America's Sports Car wasn't quite the sales success against the imports it hoped for, and as sales ebbed and flowed, threats to axe the project came often. But the Corvette engineering team, led by Zora Arkus-Duntov, fought tooth and nail to keep the Corvette alive, making numerous changes to the styling and mechanical spec to bolster sales and improve performance.
Ford's success with the Thunderbird proved that a stylish boulevardier was what buyers wanted, so a restyled Corvette arrived in 1956 that was more ornate and flashier to keep up with contemporary trends but maintained a performance edge over the plush T-Bird. From 1955, V8 engines were preferred, and the Blue Streak inline six-cylinder was dropped by end of that year. The 1958 model year marked another major redesign as the Corvette gained its distinct quad-headlamp face. While the chassis remained the same basic ladder-type frame with solid axle and independent front end, and the V8 was continually improved each year. In 1958, displacement was 283 cubic inches, and options for carbureted engines started at 230 hp, while two Rochester mechanical fuel injection-equipped versions made 250 hp or a stonking 290 hp (RPO code 579D) with high-lift cam, solid lifters, and 10.5:1 compression. Combined with the 4-speed manual transmission, the 1958 'Fuelie was truly the best of both worlds- stylish and well-equipped for cruising, but with outstanding performance, especially with that fantastic fuel-injected engine. It is little wonder that the 1958 Corvette remains a landmark model in the history of America's Sports Car.
Beautifully presented in white with silver coves, this striking 1958 Corvette is a rare and highly desirable car equipped with the "579D" 290-horsepower fuel injected engine. This beautiful example joined the current owner's stable in 2006, and prior to that, it was reportedly given a no-expense-spared body-off restoration finished to concours standards. Under prior ownership, it is said to have earned both NCRS Topflight and Bloomington Gold awards, among the highest honors for a restored Corvette.
In addition to the chart-topping engine, this car also features a 4-speed manual transmission, 4.11-ratio Posi-traction rear axle, power windows, heater, courtesy light, and Wonderbar radio. Having covered a mere 532 miles in the nearly 20 years since its restoration, it remains in marvelous condition, with excellent detailing throughout. Some minor crazing of the paint is noted on the rear deck under close inspection, however, this does little to detract from this car's marvelous character and exceptional overall quality.
While the restoration has a few years on it, this Corvette remains in outstanding condition, suitable for casual shows or to enjoy the ample performance on tours and classic rally events. With the added benefit of rarity, being one of an estimated 1,007 built, this is an American icon most worthy of your consideration.

Offers welcome and trades considered.