1970 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 454/390 4-SPEED
1970 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 454/390 4-SPEED
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1970 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 454/390 4-SPEED
High Bidder: Flybye
Winning Bid: $30,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Seller:
Engine:
7.4 litres, 454 cubic inches
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
65,841 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
194370S403321
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
57990857
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Seller:
Engine:
7.4 litres, 454 cubic inches
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
65,841 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
194370S403321
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
57990857
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OVERVIEW
This 1970 Chevrolet Corvette coupe is powered by a rebuilt, numbers-matching LS5 454ci big-block V8 backed by four-speed manual transmission. Finished in Bridgehampton Blue over a blue cloth interior, this C3 comes with an owner’s manual, original paperwork, the Protect-O-Plate, repair receipts, and a clear title.
Highlights
- Numbers-matching LS5 454ci big-block
- Big-block hood
- Removable T-tops
- Power four-wheel disc brakes
- Custom Autosound AM/FM stereo
Ownership History
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Arizona
EXTERIOR
- Bridgehampton Blue paint (code 979)
- Big-block hood
- Hideaway wipers
- Body-color removable T-tops
- Power antenna
- Luggage rack
Updates
- Exterior repaint
- January 2024
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch Corvette Rally wheels
- 225/70 Nexen Roadian HTX radial tires
Updates
- Tires replaced in 2018
INTERIOR
- Blue cloth interior
- Power steering
- Custom Autosound AM/FM stereo
- Aftermarket 4-spoke steering wheel with black grip
- Center console-mounted manual transmission shifter
- Rear-mounted speakers
Updates
- Original blue vinyl interior (code 411) changed to blue cloth
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 160-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Clock
- Center-mounted gauges
- Coolant temperature
- Oil pressure
- Battery
- Fuel level
- Odometer shows 65,841 miles
- Reportedly accurate
- Reportedly accurate
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- LS5 454ci big-block V8
- Factory-rated at
- 390 horsepower at 4,800 rpm
- 500 lb-ft. of torque at 3,400 rpm
- 10.25:1 compression ratio
- Factory-rated at
Transmission
- Four-speed manual
Updates
- Engine gaskets, water pump, Pertronix ignition system, and Holley 850 four-barrel carburetor
- Installed in 2017
- Engine rebuilt in 2017
- Plugs, wires, and distributor replaced in June 2024
- Fluids changed in June 2024
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- Rear drive axle
- 3.55 gear ratio
- Power four-wheel disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Updates
- In 2017 this vehicle received new:
- Front lower control arm bushings
- Front sway bar links
- Shocks
- Brake lines
- Brake calipers
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- This 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is said to be free from any substantial imperfections
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Owner’s manual
- Original paperwork
- Protect-O-Plate
- Repair receipts
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- Walk-around and driving videos can be seen below
With less than 2 hours remaining- I’ve decided to drop the RESERVE . Highest bidder wins this great car. Best of luck to all of you who have expressed interest in owning it. Thanks again for a great auction.
Thanks again Dwayne, beautiful vette
AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 8:16 AM (AST) - Additional photos of the vehicle prior to being painted have been added to the end of the photo gallery. Thank you for your continued interest in this C3 Corvette!
@Flybye, yes, windshield wiper cover is functioning. Very smooth clutch- easy to shift in all 4 gears and reverse. As mentioned, the lights do function, but decided to upgrade to motors. The kit arrives today, and will be installed promptly. It’s an upgrade I’ve done over the years to most c3’s I’ve owned. Assuming the car sells today, the new owner will be very happy.
Auto windshield wiper cover working?
Goodmorning Dwayne, are both pop up headlights and windshield working properly? Smooth clutch?
Good morning. Thanks again for a great week Of question/comments, and bids. I’ll be checking the listing periodically to answer all questions before auction ends in a little over 5 hours. @Flybye, the engine has a little under 5000 miles since rebuild.
Thanks for the reply, one other question, how many miles since the rebuild? Nice corvette, good luck and thanks again
Took a minute to load the photos requested.
Good evening. @Flybye, engine was a stock rebuild. Oil pressure on cold start runs 45 to 50psi- and drops to 30 at warm temp(idle). It does not have a ceramic coating. I’ll post the 2 photos I have previous to painting the car. My mechanic now is a retired gentleman that’s been working on cars over 50 years. On a side note, as we were going through the car Today, we noticed the front brake calipers had small leaks. We replaced them. Last photos is the caliper install. Thanks again for the questions. Should be an exciting finish to a great week. Hopefully it finds a new home.
I see A & E automotive did the rebuild, are you still using the same mechanic?
Please post a picture of car before it was painted, thanks
Did you ceramic coat the new paint?
Dwayne, was the engine a stock rebuild or is it modified, cam? solid lifters? Etc? Also what is the oil pressure at cold start and warm idle?
Good afternoon. With 1 day left on the auction Please let me know if you have additional questions. I have my mechanic going through the car today. It’s running great with all gauges working as they should- including the clock. He’s suggested doing a conversion kit to electric motors. They function, but are slow. I’ve ordered the kit- arrives tomorrow, and will be installed promptly. Thanks for a great week at auction. I hope the car goes to new home that will enjoy it as much as I have.
AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 8:21 AM (AST): PLEASE NOTE - Additional images uploaded by the seller showcasing the rear exhaust alignment, as well as the operating pop up headlights, have been added to the end of the photo gallery for review. Thank you for your continued interest in this stunning C3 Corvette!
Good afternoon. I’m posting a few photos as requested. The videos won’t post until early in the week through Autohunter as I don’t have the option of loading them after the listing is live.
Dwayne, please include video of pop up headlights working, thank you
Good morning fellow Stingray enthusiasts. @Jonesy66, thank you for the comment/question. The exhaust is even on both sides. The video outside my house going down the hill gives the car an illusion of a passenger side exhaust drop. The car is currently at my office. I will head that way this afternoon and take additional photos.
It’s very apparent on the drive away video of the passenger side exhaust hanging lower than the right side. Do you see that as well? Can you get a shot of the exhaust system from the rear at street level?