Highlights
- Fastest and final year version of the beautiful C1
- Desirable 'double black' specification with black exterior and black interior
- 327 cubic inch V8 paired with a four-speed manual gearbox
- Described by the vendor as very straight and well-presented throughout
The Appeal
The original C1 was a great idea, but it really only became a great car during its long production run thanks to a serious of judicious changes that made it faster and much better. That’s why the final year cars are really the one to have - they got the larger 5.4L 327CI version of Chevy’s small block V8, which was good for 250bhp in standard form. This is where the idea of America’s sports car really came to fruition.
This 1962 C1 naturally has that engine, but adds a compelling ‘black on black’ colour scheme to its appeal. It also features the desirable 4spd manual box. The vendor describes the paintwork as ‘popping’ and looking at the photos, where the paint accents the chrome, it’s hard to disagree.
The car is in good, straight and usable condition and looks perfect for some summer driving.
History and Paperwork
- 1962 model year Chevrolet Corvette
- Vehicle come with Belgian Registration
- No history present has been completely checked by Henri's Classics
The Condition
- Black exterior paintwork described by the vendor as deep and glossy
- Chrome trim and brightwork reported to present well
- Body lines described by the vendor as smooth and clean
- Whitewall tyres fitted with chrome hubcaps
- Black interior upholstery described by the vendor as clean and well-kept
- Seats and door panels reported to be free from rips or tears
- Three-spoke steering wheel and period-style gauges
The Mechanics
- 5,360cc 327 cubic inch V8 engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Chrome detailing present in the engine bay
- Vendor reports engine settles into a smooth idle and pulls confidently on the throttle
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