May 27th 1970 is the birthday of this very rare, heart pounding,
numbers matching, well optioned 454 Big Block Stingray. Only 4,473
produced with a 454 CID big block V8 LS5 and Turbo 400 automatic
transmission. Original air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, power
brakes, power steering makes driving this beauty very comfortable.
T-tops and removable rear window add the way cool factor and a
great ventilation system for those cool summer nights. The next
step up as Chevrolet called it, the 454 Turbo Jet uses cast
aluminum intake manifold, chrome air cleaner and rocker covers and
extra large oil pan. The high domed hood is the only location on
the exterior where it wears its displacement proudly. Heavier duty
variable-rate front springs, larger diameter front stabilizer bar,
heavier duty rear spindle support arms, a rear suspension
stabilizer bar, larger capacity radiator, duel pulleys for fan and
water pump and high-performance starter motor. The real handling
secret is the independent rear suspension and Positraction rear
axle. The low center of gravity with frame rails running outside
the seating compartment and great weight distribution equal
exceptional handling with comfortable driving. But all of that
isn't really why you want this �Vette. It's because this 1970
Corvette Stingray is calling you! This car was originally mossport
green but was repainted not too long ago in factory corvette color
mulsanne blue that hugs every curve like the sky accepts the
clouds. The paint finish is very well done and shows very well.
Chrome nose placement looks more like a spear to pierce the air
rather than a bumper. Egg crate grill venting below the bumper line
and again flanking the sides. "Stingray" placed in script along
both sides with the Corvette Flags gracing just the right places.
Just sitting in place, you can imagine the 500lbs of torque
lighting up those wide rear tires. The 400 Turbo Jet shifts the way
it should and handles the 390 horsepower properly with confidence
and ease. The current owner has completed many recent service items
for the car including; new brakes, new carburetor (owner has
original), new radiator with all new hoses & water pump, a recent
4-wheel alignment, new body to frame bushings, new suspension
bushings, electronic ignition, & all done within the last 6 months.
***The owner also had documents & records from the previous owners
as well from when the car was purchased new in 1970*** Though it
started life mossport green the black leather look vinyl is correct
to the car. Recent upgrades and maintenance include brakes,
electronic ignition, rear bushings, new radiator, new hoses, water
pump and alignment. With only 69,000 original smiles and numbers
matching this blast of a Corvette is not only a great investment
but an investment you can enjoy! Where are you going to go first?
To view this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 454 cubic inch v8 in
greater detail with HD pictures, please visit
www.gatewayclassiccars.com or our Houston Showroom. For more
information please call 832-243-6220 or email
[email protected]