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1972 Chevrolet Corvette in Fernandina Beach, Florida

Vehicle Description


1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT1 Convertible
Designer: William "Bill" Mitchell

Estimate: $45,000 - $65,000

Chassis Number: 1Z67L2S502299
Decoded: 1=Chevrolet; Z=Corvette; 67=Convertible; L=350 cid/330 HP "LT1" V8; 2=1972; S=St. Louis, MO, Assembly plant; 502299=Serial
Engine: 350 cid OHV V8
4-barrel Carburetor / 330 bhp
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Power Assisted Four Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes

Odometer: 18,711 Miles Showing

Proper "L" Code LT1 ��
Desirable Chrome Bumper C3 �
Built for Performance and Appearance

The Model: There were only subtle changes to the surface of the Corvette for 1972, but it would prove to be a pivotal year for the model. This season marked the last for chrome plated front and rear bumpers as well as the chrome egg-crate side grilles and the removable back window on coupes. One added feature this year was the introduction of a new VIN composition for all Chevrolet passenger cars, for the first time ever, a code was included that identified exactly which engine was placed in the car at the factory. For 1972, the code "L" was the hot one, it represented the LT1 option, 350 cid rated at 270-horsepower. While the 1971 edition was rated at 330-horsepower, a new system of determining an engine's output was put into place, in reality, the 1972 edition was every bit as potent as the earlier models. This wasn't a cheap option, $483.45, which was one reason why just 1,741 customers checked that box. This season would mark the end of the first chapter in the LT1's story, but not end its respect and desirability by performance minded Corvette enthusiasts.
The Car: Under the hood of this car you will find a number of modifications to the original LT1 engine. Ceramic coated headers channel the exhaust, a Holley 750cfm carburetor combined with a Crower cam boosts the performance and a larger capacity radiator helps keep the engine as cool as a cucumber. The original Rally Wheels are fitted with a set of B.F. Goodrich T/A tires. Inside all of the original instrumentation, including the tachometer, remains and all are reported to be 100% functional. With the standard black interior still in place, one interior upgrade is the addition of a Kenwood sound system including a CD player. During the restoration, a color change to Ontario Orange was applied which really brings out the dramatic lines Bill Mitchell was looking for with this generation of Corvettes. The black convertible top fits snug in place and the entire car looks ready for the road in any weather, for any reason. In becoming "America's Sports Car", it is examples such as this LT1 that have made that legend come true.

Vehicle Details

  • 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
  • Listing ID: CC-940378
  • Price: Auction Vehicle
  • Location:Fernandina Beach, Florida
  • Year:1972
  • Make:Chevrolet
  • Model:Corvette
  • Odometer:0
  • Stock Number:2629
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