INTRODUCTION: The mid-year Corvette coupes are extremely desirable,
and this '66 has a lot going for it. Gorgeous blue with a white
interior, plus very desirable factory air conditioning. Great
colors, great options, and one sharp Corvette!
EXTERIOR: Everybody loves the coupe design, and this is one of
those rare exceptions where the coupe is actually worth more than
the convertible- they made fewer of them, and they're incredibly
sharp looking. This one has a nice looking body with very good fit
throughout, the doors shut nicely and the headlights open properly.
It was repainted in its original Nassau Blue, with the metallic
laid out evenly and a smooth, glossy finish. Overall, the chrome,
trim and glass present very nicely. It's sitting on a great looking
set of knockoff wheels with reproduction Goldline tires, which
really complement the Nassau Blue.
INTERIOR: The white interior with blue accents is extra sharp. The
seats are new, including the cushions and upholstery, and the door
panels look new as well. Fresh blue carpet runs front to back and
is complemented by embroidered floor mats. The entire dash area
looks great. The gauges work, it retains the factory air
conditioning and original AM/FM radio, and although the shifter
looks original, it's actually connected to an upgraded 5-speed
transmission. The power window switches are located in the console
as well. Interior lighting has been upgraded to LEDs, and the
headliner and visors are also looking very good.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Under the hood is a warranty replacement 327
putting out close to 400 horsepower. It's equipped with a factory
aluminum intake, Edelbrock carburetor, Mallory ignition system and
finned aluminum Corvette valve covers. It also has the very
desirable air conditioning, which has been upgraded and blows cold.
An aluminum radiator with an electric fan helps keep the engine
running cool. Overall, the engine compartment presents very well,
with fresh looking components and some tasteful extra chrome
plating that dresses things up nicely.
UNDERSIDE: It presents itself very nicely. It's been detailed,
maintained as needed, and was recently inspected by our shop. The
independent suspension front and rear is in great working order,
along with the steering system. It has disc brakes at all four
wheels with the e-brake hooked up, and a factory correct dual
exhaust with polished tips exiting through the valance. Looking up
at the motor, it's clean Chevy orange, and the transmission has
been upgraded to a Tremec 5-speed. We installed a new transmission
mount bushing and rebuilt the driveshaft, which leads back to a
3.73 posi rear end. The chassis is painted black, the floors are
clean, and it still retains the fiberglass spare tire carrier.
SERVICE: We take pride in our cars and our reputation. Every
vehicle goes through our service department where it is inspected,
test driven, and we address the essentials before offering it for
sale.
CONCLUSION: We actually just acquired this Corvette from John Cena,
who's a serious car collector. I'm always on the lookout for the
right coupes, and this one has it- the colors and factory air
conditioning. Plus, the 5-speed is a very appreciated upgrade if
you're going to get out and drive it, which is exactly what you
should do!
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] - Prompt responses
Air conditioning
4 wheel disc brakes
3.70 posi
Power windows
Knock off wheels
Goldline tires
