Highlights

Bodywork said to have been repainted
Factory-style interior with restored upper dashboard, we are told
Sold with US title and EU import/customs documentation

The Appeal

The Chevrolet Corvette C3 marked the dawn of an efficiency-driven era for America’s sports car, advertised as “a more efficient Corvette” in response to tightening emissions regulations and introducing standard catalytic converters alongside High-Energy Ignition (HEI). The third-generation Corvette remains one of the most recognisable American sports cars ever produced, with its dramatic Coke-bottle curves and pop-up headlights giving it a presence few contemporaries could match. Today, the model continues to attract a devoted following among enthusiasts on both sides of the Atlantic, and well-sorted examples are increasingly sought after.

This particular C3 has reportedly benefited from a partial restoration and presents as a tidy car with a solid foundation. A known suspension issue on the front left side and some electrical diagnostics remain on the to-do list, making this an appealing prospect for an enthusiast looking to put the finishing touches on a project that already has much of the groundwork in place.

Key Information

Mileage: 19,942 miles (unwarranted)
Country of registration: not stated
Technical inspection status: not stated
Technical specs: 350 cubic-inch (5.7L) small-block V8, three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic
Paperwork: US title and EU import/customs documentation included, we are told

The Detail

Red bodywork has been repainted, we are told
15-inch wheels with BF Goodrich Radial T/A tyres
T-top with removable roof panels
Black vinyl interior with red fabric seat inserts and stitching
Exterior trim is almost complete; one plastic grille insert in the front bumper is missing
Pop-up headlight mechanism reportedly functions correctly
Panel gaps described as normal for the car's age
A few minor cosmetic deficiencies and unfinished details remain, consistent with an incomplete restoration
Upper dashboard noted as restored; the remainder of the interior is largely original
Seats, trim elements and plastic parts show natural usage and age-related wear
Not all dashboard gauges and indicators are currently functioning
All main sensors and instruments are present but some require further diagnostics or electrical repair
The vendor states the engine runs well and starts easily
Gearbox operates normally for the car's age, we are told
Brakes, suspension and main mechanical assemblies are said to be in working condition
Front-left area near the shock absorber strut tower and upper control arm requires repair; the extent of work needed is unknown
The car has not been fully technically restored; additional maintenance or repair work may be needed

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