Detail Info for: Chevrolet : Corvette Corvette Antique 1973 Corvette Stingray Convertible with 454ci 8 Engine, 4 Speed Stick

Transaction Info

Sold On:
01/30/2012
Price:
$ 16200.02
Condition:
Mileage:
72749
Location:
Waverly, KS, 66871
Seller Type:
Private seller

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Submodel Body Type:
Corvette Convertible
Engine:
8 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Manual
VIN:
1Z67Z3S430415
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

1973 Stingray convertible (only 4,943 convertibles were manufactured in 1973). This is one of the rare ones due to its options; color; and numbers of convertibles that were built that year . Actual miles: 72,749. VIN Number: 1Z67Z23S430415. Transmission Type: 4 Speed Manual Close Ratio. Engine: 454ci 8; engine – it was originally a 454 but was replaced with a 454 before I purchased it in 2004. I had it restored to original 454 with a mild cam at Wettstein Auto & Welding, a well known builder of new and rebuilt race engines from Garnett, KS. I have all my receipts for maintenance of the vehicle since 2004 when I purchased it. Exterior Color: Admiral (Bright) Blue with white vinyl top (only 323 vinyl tops manufactured in '73); trim code 404 and paint code 927 from driver door frame sticker; black interior with woodgrain accents; a few leather on door panel; new battery this year; air conditioner and heater both working; New brakes last year with silicone brake fluid. It has a few pits on paint near rear fenders. AM/FM radio and cassette stereo. Chrome luggage rack and rear bumper. Headlight doors open and close and all lights work. Tires in fair to good condition. Body lines professionally realigned. Included are two covers: one for travel and one a dust cover for inside the garage. Very nice driver. Turns heads when driving; has won numerous trophies at shows. Most trophies will go with the vehicle if purchaser desires. The car has always been in a dedicated garage bay. Buy It now price - $20,500. I reserve the right to pull it from the auction if sold locally as it is also advertised locally. Contact Information: Please only call cell between 9 am and 9 pm weekdays and Saturday. 620-364-9637. Please no calls on Sunday. Additional photos and information available upon request via email or cell phone. It is the buyer's responsibility to pick up or to pay for and make arrangements for shipping. Payment due in full on pickup. $500 down as earnest money within 24 hours of winning the auction bid. Prefer cash or wire transfer. If paying with Pay Pal add 2.9% for transition fees. Car will not be released until funds have cleared my bank account. Full payment must be received within 7 days or prior arrangements have been made. Absolutely no brokers or others offering to help sell or transport the convertible will be accepted. I do not deal with any couriers, shipping companies, or pick-up agents, so please don't ask me to send money to anyone. Historical Information for 1973 Corvettes from C3VR website: Total Production: 30,464 Wheel Base: 98.00" Track, Front: 58.70" Track, Rear: 59.50" Height: 47.80" Length: 184.60" Width: 69.00" Curb Weight: 3,416.00 lbs. Tire Size: GR70x15" Plant Built: St. Louis Serial Range: 1Z37J3S400001 through 1Z37J3S434464 Base Engine: 350ci V8 190hp * = Option price during model year ** = Option price adjusted for inflation, in 2008 dollars Code Description Quantity 1973* 2008** 1YZ37 Base Corvette Sport Coupe 25,521 $5,562 $26,745 1YZ67 Base Corvette Convertible 4,943 $5,399 $25,961 Custom Interior Trim 13,434 $154 $741 A31 Power Windows 14,024 $83 $399 A85 Custom Shoulder Belts 788 $41 $197 Optional Rear Axle Ratio 1,791 $267 $1,284 C07 Auxiliary Hardtop (Convertible) 1,328 $62 $298 C08 Vinyl Covering For Aux. Hardtop 323 $41 $197 C50 Rear Window Defroster 4,412 $452 $2,174 C60 Air Conditioning 21,578 $12 $58 J50 Power Brakes 24,168 $46 $221 L82 350ci 250hp Engine 5,710 $299 $1,438 LS4 454ci 275hp Engine 4,412 $250 $1,202 M21 4 Speed Manual Close Ratio 3,704 $0 $ M40 Turbo Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission 17,927 $0 $ N37 Tilt-Telescopic Steering Column 17,949 $82 $394 N40 Power Steering 27,872 $113 $543 PO2 Deluxe Wheel Cover 1,739 $62 $298 QRM White Stripe Steel Belted Tires GR70x15 19,903 $32 $154 QRZ White Letter Steel Belted Tires GR70x15 4,541 $45 $216 T60 Heavy Duty Battery 4,912 $15 $72 U58 AM/FM Radio Stereo 12,482 $276 $1,327 U69 AM/FM Radio 17,598 $173 $832 UF1 Map Light On Rear View Mirror 8,186 $5 $24 YF5 California Emissions Test 3,008 $15 $72 YJ8 Cast Aluminum Wheels 4 $175 $842 Z07 Off Road Suspension and Brake Package 45 $369 $1,775

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