Highlights
- Rare right-hand drive example
- Comprehensive mechanical overhaul, including brake system and gearbox
- Recently inspected by Lincs Corvette
- New American Racing Alloys with new tyres all round
The Appeal
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray represents American muscle at its finest, and certainly at its boldest. The sleek, slicked-back Coke-bottle silhouette is still every bit as eyebrow-raising as it was leaving the production line, and the winning combination of V8 powerplants, reclined cabin, and pop-up headlights still continues to resonate like few other American classics.
This 1973 example is a remarkably rare right-hand drive example, and looks in fine fettle. The vendor reports that it's beenv very well maintained, something very well supported by its physical condition - and that it recently received a comprehensive mechanical overhaul.
It's not often we see such a handsome, solid example of the legendary C3 that's ready and waiting to go, and we're expecting plenty of interest at auction.
This 1973 example is a remarkably rare right-hand drive example, and looks in fine fettle. The vendor reports that it's beenv very well maintained, something very well supported by its physical condition - and that it recently received a comprehensive mechanical overhaul.
It's not often we see such a handsome, solid example of the legendary C3 that's ready and waiting to go, and we're expecting plenty of interest at auction.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1973
- Imported to the UK in 2021, according to the DVLA
- In current ownership since October 2024
- Recently inspected by Lincs Corvette
- Reportedly supplied with a complete maintenance history, including recent mechanical overhaul
- Indicates circa 16,000 miles on a five-figure odometer
- The vendor reports this mileage to be genuine
The Condition
- Wet-look black paintwork, suiting the car's iconic lines perfectly
- Very slight grazing noted on the nose and two small bubbles on the driver's door
- Some occasional chips and marks
- American Racing Alloys in good condition
- New tyres fitted all round
- Underside is free of any significant corrosion
- Black vinyl interior with contrast orange stitching presents well
- Instruments appear clear and legible
- No technical faults reported in the cabin
The Mechanics
- 5.7-litre (350cu in) V8 powerplant
- Three-speed automatic transmission
- Engine reported to start readily and run well
- Engine bay appears in good condition
Recent mechanical work includes:
- New spark plugs and leads
- Rebuilt steering column
- New washer bottle and pump
- New tachometer cable
- Radiator frame replacement
- Complete brake system overhaul
- Gearbox seals replacement
- Full gearbox service
- Oil and filter change
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