Description
Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 1964.
Frame Number: 40867 S 115768 (Built in Detroit Michigan and No. 15768 out of 22229 pieces delivered in 1964)
Originally delivered in Ermine White.
The engine is a 327 small block L76 with 365 hp (Cast No. 8782870) - mechanical valve lifts and 4 port Holley carburettor. The second most powerful full engine in 1964.
The gearbox is a manual 4-speed, close-ratio sports shift, which was delivered standard to the high performance models with 365/ 375 hp.
The brakes are of the drum type on all 4 wheels with servo amplifier.
In 1964, approx. 7000 pcs of this coveted model with 365 hp engine and close ratio gearbox - like bla. It is known that the red field in the revolution gauge starts at 6500 rpm against the models with a lower engine output starting at 5500 rpm.
History
The owner was resident in the UK in 2006 where Corvetten was bought. The car is first registered in UK d. 3 / 5 1974 where it is presumably imported from the United States.
2009:
Renovated by an English classic car specialist Andrew Marshall. The renovation comprises in large part:
Lacquer in satin silver
Interior - carpets, door sides, seats, kaleche etc.
In 2009, the car will be taken to Denmark, where it will be customsated and registered - costs for repairs and customs duties approx. 40, 000. I have owned the car up to now and it has been continuously upgraded over the years.
2010:
Coupling - Flywheel wrench - Gasoline pump - Detector arm etc.
2011:
Holley double port carburetor, Goodyear tire.
2013:
Tops are refurbished - pushbars / rocker arms - exhaust manifolds.
2014:
Engine block renovation with cylinders and pressure test. All bearings - piston rings - camshaft - valve lifts, etc.
2016:
Bagbro and various undercarriage parts - shock absorbers - steering joints.
2017:
Total review associated with sight. New brakes - steering wheel measurements - instrument panel refurbishment - electronic ignition.
Summary
A very attractive model combination that is completely original apart from the color - upgraded bonnet - American racing rims - electronic ignition.
Has not been framed, but as shown above, it has been continuously reviewed and a number of spare parts have been replaced, so the condition is very, very fine and it went through sight without a single remark in spring 2017.
