Vehicle Description
The 1966 Chevrolet Corvair in range-topping Corsa trim is already a
rare classic convertible, but a lot of little upgrades make it
something even more unique.
Original spirit meets the custom classic culture on this Corvair.
You see it immediately in the paint. The original Lemonwood was a
standout color, but it's nowhere near as bold as yellow you see
today. Plus, the body has been given the full custom treatment with
the sporty front air dam, scoops in the rocker panels, and a
full-length rear spoiler. But even with these custom touches, the
original Corvair shines thought. The design was ahead of its time,
which means you see the future lines for icons like the Camaro in
this handsome convertible. The wraparound chrome bumpers shine
nicely, and all the front-end trim is present right down to the
cursive Corvair script. This dual idea of Chevy history and updated
appearance comes together perfectly on the wheels, which borrow
15-inch alloys from the final generation of the S-10.
Under the newer black folding electric roof is a refreshed black
interior. The bucket seats have a great pattern with ornamentation
that adds a little flash to this Corvair. It coordinates nicely
with the door panels and dash that are both deep and black with
nice bright trim. The same goes for the Corsa-specific steering
wheel. Beyond that you get a full gauge package. And the tach on
that is particularly handy when combined with the four-speed
shifter. If this interior seems more loaded other Corvairs you've
seen, that's because this is the top-of-the-line Corsa trim. While
the Corvair was a mass-market car, Chevy only produced 3,142 Corsa
convertibles in '66, so this is a rare treat.
Pop the rear engine lid to find the 164 cubic-inch aluminum flat
six. The Corsa trim is particularly nice here because it includes
an upgrade to four single-barrel Rochester carburetors. It gives
the motor a 27% power advantage over the standard Monza powerplant.
Plus, by maximizing the weight over the rear wheels with the engine
and battery, it has a true traction advantage. So, maximized for
utility, and only weighing 2,700 pounds, this Corvair Corsa
makeslike Chevy's Porsche. Later production Corvairs like this 1966
model are desirable because it takes advantage of Chevrolet's
updates to make them safer, and handle much better. This included
revised spring rates, a fully independent rear suspension modeled
after its cousin the Corvette, larger brakes, and a front anti sway
bar.
Complete with original manuals, this Corvair Corsa droptop is rare,
unique, and speedy fun. So at an affordable price like this, you
know it will be leaving us soon. Call now!!