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£18,500

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1 owner 1974 Corvette manual restored For Sale

  • 87,000 Miles
  • 1974
  • Dealer
  • GB
    United Kingdom

Description

This is a genuine 1 owner matching numbers Corvette , the same person for over 45 years , I have the original invoice from the dealership who sold the car in 1974. Yellow with saddle interior. I do not think you will find another for sale in the UK. Being 1 owner and the rare manual combination I feel makes this Corvette one to own. Please go and view other corvettes then view this one.

The Exterior.

The paintwork is absolutely stunning, we have fitted a brand new set of rear tail lights as the oe ones had suffered from the Florida sun. we have replaced all the weather seals, although the car now no longer requires an MOT we have done all the work to make the lights etc. We will be  selling with a full MOT , to Comply with UK requirements. We have also fitted a brand new front lip spoiler and a brand new period correct rear luggage rack. The front lights have been converted the H4 applications for better viewing.

The Mechanics. 

Starting with the front suspension, we have removed all the front suspension, cleaned and painted all the parts not being replaced, we have replaced all upper and lower control arm bushings, all upper and lower ball joints , all 4 tie rod ends, the steering idler, brand new 460 lbs coil springs, brand new shock absorbers, all new parts, we have replaced the power steering control valve and hoses all new, the power steering cylinder has been fully rebuilt . all four brake calipers have been rebuilt with O ring seals and new pistons with made in the USA parts.

The rear suspension, again all has been removed, cleaned and painted, the diff oil has been changed with new oil and additive , we have fitted a brand new rear spring along with a new hanger kit, all 4 strut rod bushings have been replaced, new rear shock absorbers have need fitted, while all this was apart we have fitted a brand new fuel tank.

The engine

This is a matching numbers car, we have replaced the Carburettor with a totally rebuilt oem period correct one along with a brand new tach drive Hei distributor. We have installed a brand new full, dual exhaust system. It still has the original factory chalk dates on the bonnet.

The interior 

All the carpet has been replaced, the rear compartment main frame and small frames are new, the seat belts are original and all 4 retract as they should. the seat covers, foams, and installation kit are brand new, the parking brake console is brand new, the shift console is brand new, the upper dash pad is brand new, both door panels are brand new, all the dash lights work, all the gauges work , except the clock, power window's, tilt and tele, horn, washers and wipers ! Perfect ! The rear window has been removed and resealed,  we have fitted new rear quarter panels , and a new rear window surround,

The list goes on.

If you are looking for a Corvette please view others before this one you will then see how this compares.

There you have some of it

We have documented evidence that this is a true 1 owner car , a Florida car all its life, with all the work done , on a solid chassis and bird cage, we have seen because all the interior has been out. We  have kept some parts original for  the authentic value. This is just 1 of 8 C3, s we have at EMC performance . This car represents fantastic rareity and a true investment. The mileage is 87, 000 actual mileage stated on the US title

Feel free to call on the details below or the details below anytime or see EMC performance on fb

EMC Performance Ltd

EMC Performance Ltd

Dealer
18 listings since 2021

Vehicle location

Derbyshire
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Classic Cars
Region:
Derbyshire
Reference number:
C1141115
Listed on:
08/10/2024
Model:
Corvette
Year:
1974
Seller type:
Dealer

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