1957 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 283/245 CONVERTIBLE
1957 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 283/245 CONVERTIBLE
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1957 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 283/245 CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: 805SpeedShop
Highest Bid: $53,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Nampa, Idaho 83686
Seller:
Engine:
283ci V8
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
15,912 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
E57S103299
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
86479205
Location:
Nampa, Idaho 83686
Seller:
Engine:
283ci V8
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
15,912 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
E57S103299
AutoCheck Report
Not Available
Lot Number:
86479205
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If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This 1957 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is powered by a dual four-barrel carbureted 245hp, 283ci V8 mated to a four-speed Muncie transmission. Finished in Venetian Red and Polo White two-tone over a red vinyl interior, this award-winning C1 is now offered by the seller with the original numbers-matching engine block, manuals, restoration and service receipts, and a clear title.
Highlights
- Underwent complete restoration
- Multi-award winning vehicle
- Original numbers-matching engine block included with sale
- Garage-kept
Ownership History
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Idaho
EXTERIOR
- Venetian Red and Polo White two-tone paint
- White convertible top
- Dual chrome side mirrors
- Chrome brightwork
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch stock wheels
- Corvette wheel covers
- 205/75 BFGoodrich whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Red vinyl upholstery
- Daytona weave carpet
- Floor-mounted manual shifter
- AM radio
- Rearview mirror
Updates
- Interior has been reupholstered
- Steering column has been shortened
- Original steering wheel replaced with smaller model
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 140-mph speedometer
- 6,000-rpm tachometer
- Oil pressure
- Temperature
- Battery
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 15,912 miles
- Title reads mileage-exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 283ci V8
- 245 horsepower
- Carter dual four-barrel carburetors
Transmission
- Four-speed Muncie manual
Service History Highlights
- Original engine and Saginaw three-speed transmission replaced
- Original engine block is included with purchase
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- 3.36 gears
- Drum brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- Original Positraction rear end with 4.11 gears replaced
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Clock inoperable
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Numbers-matching engine block
- Original owner's manual
- Restoration and service receipts
VIDEO
- The seller has included a video that shows a virtual tour of the vehicle, which can be seen below
Darn, $53,000 and no sale. Were we close to your reserve? Are you going to relist it.
BID: $53,000
BID: $52,000
BID: $50,000
BID: $48,000
BID: $47,500
BID: $45,500
@gilreyes – I understand, thank you for being so candid. If I win, I'm prepared to have it shipped to Prescott. Gil ...
Ok sounds good, good luck. Thank you.
I understand, thank you for being so candid. If I win, I'm prepared to have it shipped to Prescott. Gil
@gilreyes – it's about a 900 mile trip? ...
I’m not sure that I would drive it 900 miles across country, that’s if it was me. The car runs great, but that’s a long way to go for a car that has never taken a trip that I’m aware of that far in one trip.
it's about a 900 mile trip?
Could your vett be driven to Prescott, Arizona? Gil
@gilreyes – Does It have the original paint and color? Gil ...
Yes
Does It have the original paint and color? Gil
BID: $45,000
BID: $44,000
BID: $42,500
BID: $42,000
@BuzzBoy – Does it have a positraction rear end? ...
Yes
@CC57 – Yes It is a 1957, thanks ...
Does it have a positraction rear end?