1969 Chevrolet Corvette

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Manual

Clear

Gasoline

RK Motors Charlotte 5527 Lakeview Road, Charlotte, NC, 28269, US Phone : 704-596-5211 Email : joseph.carroll@rk-motors.com Restored 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 427 4 Speed! Sorry, kids, but there's just nothing cooler than a 427 Corvette with side pipes. The unmistakable rumble, the very real danger of hurting yourself just by getting into the car, and the respect that you get on the street is unmatched by virtually any other car this side of a Hemi 'Cuda. This Rally Red 1969 Corvette packs its original, numbers matching L68 427/400 and 4-speed transmission, and is the kind of car that you've always envied but never quite managed to get into your garage. Well, time's wasting, and this is your chance. Originally code 983 British Green, you can hardly blame the restorer for choosing code 974 Rally Red when the time came to spray the paint. The body had been beautifully prepped, the panels sanded until they were flat, and the gaps were set, all that remained was the paint. Perhaps he debated for a while before making the choice, or maybe he, like many Corvette fans, simply realized that nothing looks better than a bright red Corvette. Whatever the thought process, the choice was a good one, and the red paint on this car absolutely sizzles. That shine is so deep and smooth that this can only be clearcoat paint that has been wet sanded and buffed, eliminating almost every trace of orange peel or waviness in the finish. Who wouldn't love to see this car grinning at them in the garage every morning? The early Stingrays (note: it's one word on the C3s, the C2s were Sting Rays) look best with their slender chrome bumpers and grilles, and it's how these cars were designed to look from the start. The chrome on this one is excellent, with crisp details and no signs of aggressive grinding on the surfaces. I'm especially fond of the delicate trim on the hood's nostrils, which somehow amplifies the raw brutality of the engine underneath. Of course, 427 badges give it away, and from behind, with four round tail lights looking at you, it's unmistakable. The sound is unmistakable, too. Fed by a trio of 2-barrel Holley carburetors, the Tri-Power equipped L68 427 under the hood is the original piece that this Corvette was born with 43 years ago. Rebuilt to stock specs, including the 10.25:1 compression advertised on the center console data plate, it runs beautifully. Those three carburetors added only 10 horsepower over the L36 with a four-barrel, but it's probably worth it just to get that cool triangular air cleaner. The engine has been properly detailed, with Chevy Orange paint, chrome valve covers and distributor shield, and nicely preserved cast iron exhaust manifolds. The accessories have all been rebuilt and detailed, including what might be the best-looking alternator I've ever seen. Correct belts, hoses, and clamps are used throughout, and the result is an engine bay that you'll be anxious to show off. Although the L68 was available with an automatic, the choice of purists is the M21 4-speed manual that lives in this 'Vette. The suspension has been upgraded with fiberglass leaf springs, which not only save weight, but ride better without diminishing handling ability. The chassis is clean, but not necessarily detailed for show, and it's clear this one was built to drive from the additional heat insulation that was added around the transmission tunnel. Sidepipes surely help in that regard, and there's a surprising amount of room under the car without the exhaust system taking up all that space, especially in back by the rear suspension. And kudos to the restorer for putting correct Firestone redline Wide Ovals on the Rally wheels instead of the ubiquitous radials?it looks so much more authentic. While the body got a new color, the interior remains code 420 saddle vinyl as original, which was probably a popular choice with the green bodywork. With red bodywork, however, it absolutely pops, and is a wonderful change from all the standard black interiors you see inside red Corvettes. Very well finished, with all-new materials used throughout, it brings out the details that are usually lost on black?the woven seat inserts, the pleated center armrest, and the shape of the door panel trim. The gauges are so bright and crisp, I have to believe they've been restored, although that data plate on the console that I mentioned earlier looks original; more proof that this is a correct car under the hood. This one also has the cool light monitor system, which uses fiber-optic cables to indicate that the tail lights and license plate lamp are operational. Overhead, the solid T-tops have been painted to match the body and seal up tightly thanks to new weather stripping. Your brand new 1969 Corvette also includes an original owner's manual and sales brochure, so you can re-live the experience the original buyer might have felt when he brought it home for the first time. Let's see?bright red, side pipes, 4-speed manual transmission, and a 427 under the hood. Corvettes simply don't get much better, especially if you plan on driving and enjoying them. Maybe a 427/435 object d'art might make more money at an auction, but who actually drives those anymore? Forget it. If you're the kind of guy who caravans to the National Corvette Museum, or hits the Black Hills out in South Dakota, this is the car you take. With a big block rumble and tops that come off, it's the best way to enjoy the Corvette hobby. Leave the trailer queens to the other guys, and show them what those three magic numbers really mean: 427. Call today! FACTS & FIGURES Year:1969 Mileage:62150 VIN: Transmission Type:Manual Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Red Interior Color:Tan About this auction & RK Motors Charlotte As the world rushes into hard assets ahead of collapsing paper money, sales of top notch classic cars are exploding. Remember, they aren't making anymore #1 condition 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertibles! In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find! Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS. We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask! Note that our cars are on display in our showroom, in national print ads, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time. RK Motors Charlotte sells 30-40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. If you would like to make a sales visit or inspection, we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll at (440)313-8091 or (704)596-5211. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility. For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, David Weich, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs. A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: Joseph.Carroll@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. Our retail showroom is located in sunny Charlotte, NC. We usually 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to make an appointment, stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our employees is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars! In addition to retail showroom in Charlotte, NC, our sister company, RK Motors Auto Restoration is a full restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop, located in Mentor, Ohio. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. RKM restored cars have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, contact Joe Carroll at (704)596-5211. Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that ?we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact Gary Volpicelli at: (704)596-5211. Gary's direct email address is: gary.volpicelli@RKMotorsCharlotte.com. Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: http://RKMotorsCharlotte.com/testimonials.htm. We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence! 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