Vehicle Description
Affordable, drop-top Corvettes are still out there, including this
great-looking 1970 roadster. Dressed in a cool custom color
combination with a matching hardtop, along with a set of flashy
chrome wheels, it's most definitely an eye-catcher. Power comes
from its matching-numbers 350 cubic inch small block driving a
4-speed manual. In short, this Corvette is the perfect recipe for
summertime fun.
We'll admit that the purple paint with subtle ghost flames isn't
for everyone, but if you are looking for a fun car that drives
right and gets a ton of attention, you could certainly do a lot
worse. The body is in very good condition, with the chrome bumpers
integrating nicely with the hot rod bodywork. Not built to show
(and priced appropriately), this Corvette is all about hitting the
road, and looks great rolling down the highway where people will
envy the wide smile on the driver's face. A few pinstripes add some
contrast and we have to admit that we like the look overall,
particularly with the hardtop installed, which gives it a custom
appearance without needing any major surgery. The shiny parts are
in good order and you'll note a modern Stingray emblem from a
late-model C7 'Vette on the front fenders, a nice detail that
really works.
The customized interior blends original and updated parts that work
well together. The seat covers with purple fabric inserts are in
good condition and show wear appropriate to their age, while the
black carpets are more recent. The dash, door panels, and console
also appear to be original pieces, and the fact that it is in such
well-preserved condition suggests that this car has had a pretty
easy life with storage out of the sun. The gauges are all
functional except the clock, and the wood-rimmed steering wheel on
the tilt and telescoping column is an aftermarket piece wearing a
Corvette horn button. A later AM/FM/cassette stereo has been
installed in the original radio's location, making this Corvette a
pleasure to cruise in, particularly with the black convertible top
stowed and the open air blowing in. Look past the obvious and
you'll find there's a lot to like here.
Speaking of cruising, power comes from the car's original,
numbers-matching 350 cubic inch small block. An Edelbrock 4-barrel
carburetor and polished intake manifold add a little horsepower,
while a billet chrome air cleaner and valve covers add some under
hood sparkle. It fires up easily and sounds potent breathing
through shorty headers and a healthy dual exhaust system, just as
you would expect from a Corvette. A wide-ratio 4-speed manual makes
it a blast to drive, even if only to listen to the engine winding
through the gears. The suspension has been maintained properly, and
the brakes work well, which is important on a car that can generate
the speeds that this one can. It rolls on a set of awesome-looking
15-inch chrome wheels wearing 245/60/15 performance radials.
With massive resources and parts support, these are truly wonderful
cars to own and drive, and you'll find that everyone is your friend
when you're behind the wheel of a cool custom Corvette convertible.
Don't sit by the sidelines again this year, grab this Corvette
roadster and tear up some pavement. Call today!