1959 Chevrolet Corvette C1 Convertible 283 CI
| Title | Content |
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Year |
1959 |
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Odometer Reading |
5,923 Miles |
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Exterior Colour |
White |
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Interior Colour |
Black |
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Price |
€ 45,300 |
1959 Chevrolet Corvette C1 Convertible 283 CI
An incredible example of a clean C1 Chevrolet Corvette convertible with a desirable color combination, white exterior over black interior & chrome wheels. This car made us feel like we're back in 1959, when the showrooms were filled with these cars, making this example a time capsule. The car has been with only two people its entire life. The current owner bought it back in 1997 from the initial purchaser, having needed to make lots of promises that this vehicle will not be flipped for profit...and boy he delivered.
This would qualify for lifetime vehicle but the children are not passionate about cars and they would rather cash out and this is where we come. We know the gentleman for many years, having previously serviced some of his cars, and we have been entrusted to find a new caretaker and this is not an easy task for us.
The maintenance and the mileage have been rigorously logged, including the amount of gas needed for every trip. This ledger has been started by the original owner and continued by the second custodian.
The owner wanted to refresh it as he was afraid of rust which could not be seen and commissioned a shop to do a thorough restoration in early 2000's as parts started becoming scarce. However, when the car was disassembled the service technician recommended a bottom preservation, which they did, and nothing else.
The car has been restored i and kept as a brand new car. The engine, transmission, drive shafts, differential, brakes, hoses & lines. All seals have been replaced and the car also received a brand new soft top. The paint didn't required a refresh but it has been corrected using non invasive techniques, and preserved as it wasn't damaged.
The interior received premium treatment as well, being brought to former glory but without being painted.
The chrome has been re-done and, of course, now it is protected as it's easy to damage it should the car be washed incorrectly.
The Corvette has never been neglected nor stored outside.
All our cars are delivered with fresh fluid change, tuneup and a list of recommendations for better preserving the car in the future.
