INTRODUCTION: This is a very well preserved Corvette believed to
have just over 60,000 actual miles. There is still a paper hand
written oil change sticker in the door jamb, that would be at least
45 years old and it showed 47,000 miles at that time. #s match
throughout, it features the spirited L79 motor backed by a 4-speed
and a posi. This investment is going to be a blast shifting those
gears and hearing the rumble of those pipes!
EXTERIOR: Here's one of the few examples where the coupe is
actually worth more than the convertible. They made fewer of them,
and thanks to the fantastic styling, they are highly sought after
today. This one has a clean, nicely fitting body with doors that
open and close properly, along with headlights that operate exactly
as they should. It was repainted in its original Marlboro Maroon,
with the metallic laid out evenly and polished to a high gloss
finish. The chrome and trim are bright and present very nicely
overall. It's further enhanced by a set of side exhausts that not
only look fantastic but sound even better when you're running
through the gears. It also features the optional aluminum "bolt on"
wheels wrapped in classic goldline tires, giving it the perfect
finishing touch.
INTERIOR: The interior has a very clean, unabused presentation. The
seats have good cushion with nicely fitted upholstery, and the door
panels and dash pads both look excellent. The instruments are clean
and functional, including the clock. It has well fitted carpet from
front to back, while the headliner and visors are in great shape
overhead. The center console is very nice as well and features the
correct reverse lockout shifter. When you sit behind the wheel for
the first time and look around you will like what you see!
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: This one has its original #s matching legendary
L79 motor which is a 327 making 350 horsepower thanks to the high
revving cam, bigger valves, higher compression pistons, aluminum
intake, Holley carb with an open element air cleaner. It's
identified by the iconic Corvette script aluminum valve covers and
features the correct ignition shielding, and stock exhaust
manifolds. It even has the correct deep groove pulleys designed to
keep the belts from flying off this high-revving motor. Two
especially desirable options are the power steering and power
brakes, making this Corvette a real pleasure to drive. The cooling
system is proper as well, including the dated radiator and
expansion tank, reproduction hoses and clamps and correct clutch
fan. The battery even has the correct spring clamp cables. The
power steering unit and rag joint were replaced, and overall the
entire engine compartment is presented exceptionally well.
UNDERSIDE: It presents itself exceptionally well. It features fully
independent suspension front and rear, and just by looking at it,
you can tell it has been thoroughly gone through with many fresh
components. It also has disc brakes at all four wheels and the
e-brake is hooked up properly. Looking up at the motor, it's clean
Chevy orange with the correct canister style oil filter and proper
starter in place. It retains its original VIN # matching Muncie
4-speed transmission along with the original date coded 3.55 posi
rear end. The fiberglass floors look spotless with just a light
dusting of black paint, and it still has the fiberglass spare tire
carrier in place. The frame and chassis components have been
prepped and painted gloss black, making for a very functional,
clean, and well presented underside.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and reputation. Therefore, we
built a 2 million dollar, 10,000 square ft service center, and
hired a team of technicians to service the essentials on every car
we sell.
CONCLUSION: This is a Corvette the collectors seek out being a low
mileage unmolested car with matching #s. It's also the type of car
enthusiasts are after due to its legendary Corvette status, good
looks and thrilling driving experience- so Win-Win!
Vehicles are displayed in a museum setting. Admission applies
without an appointment and is refunded with purchase, including a
one-year museum membership.
815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
L79 350 hp
Power steering
Power brakes
4 wheel disc
3.55 posi
Telescopic wheel
Am-Fm
Side exhaust
Bolt on wheels
Goldline tires
