Current Auction: Big Reno Auction 2009 on August 6th, 2009
651
Lot #:
651
Year:
1954
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Corvette
Body Style:
Roadster
Exterior Color:
Polo White
Interior Color:
Red
VIN:
E54S001668
# of Cylinders:
6
Horesepower:
145
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
40K
Mileage Type:
Actual
Description:
Since its introduction in January 1953 as an experimental "dream car," the
revolutionary Chevrolet Corvette -- equipped with Chevrolet's famous Powerglide
Automatic Transmission -- has been thoroughly proved by thousands of miles of
strenuous testing, and now is being produced in limited numbers. Sensational in
styling and performance, it sets the standard for a coming field -- THE AMERICAN
SPORTS CAR. Designed exclusively for sports-loving, fun-loving people, it combines
the graceful silhouette, light weight, sparkling action, and a free-as-a-breeze
companionship of the true sports car with the comforts, conveniences, and riding
qualities that are expected in an automobile today. It's real fun to drive a
Chevrolet Corvette.
This Magnificent and Quite Rare Southern Estate Classic Example is finished in
Stunning Polo White with Sportsman Red Interior and Tan Soft Top. It has traveled
only 40,000 original miles since new and underwent a Professional Frame Off
Restoration exceeding $65,000, including Exterior, Interior, Bright Work, Top, &
Mechanics.
It comes with a full complement of amenities, including:
· Powerglide Automatic Transmission
o Floor Mounted Gear Selector
· Signal Seeking Radio
o Discreetly converted to AM-FM for driving pleasure
· Full Instrumentation
o Temperature Gauge
o Ammeter Gauge
o Fuel Gauge
o Oil Pressure Gauge
o Tachometer with Revolution Counter
o 140 MPH Speedometer
· Cigar Lighter (unused)
· Windshield Wipers and Washers
· Directional Signals
· Manual Choke
· Parking Brake Alarm
· Electric Clock (Functional)
· Interior Courtesy Lamps
· Recirculating Heater and Defroster
· Horn Ring
· 2 Tone Steering Wheel
· Original Unrestored Bucket Seats
· Floor Mats
· Storage Compartments
o Located on Interior paneling of each door with footman strap
· Front Air Scoop Ventilation
· Correct Stainless Full Wheelcovers with Spinners and Chevy Script
· Firestone Delux Champion Wide Whitewall Tires (6.70-15)
· Dual Plexi-glass Side Windows and Ventipane Assemblies
o Luggage Locker Storage Bag for Windows
· Front Chrome Grill Guard
· Headlamp Screens
· “Blue Flame” 6 Cylinder Engine
o In Line Valve-in-Head Configuration
o Bore 3 9/16”
o Stroke 3 15/16”
o Displacement 235.5 Cubic Inches
o Compression Ratio 8.0:1
o Horsepower 145
o Triple Carter Side Entrance Carburetion
o Dual Exhaust System
· Highly Detailed Engine and Undercarriage Compartments
· Curb Weight 2850 lbs.
· Wheelbase 102”
· Length 167.25”
· Width 69.8”
· Owner’s Manual
This Classic “Vette” has very good door and soft Top fit. It is a True “Boulevard
Cruiser” and in Excellent Overall Condition….Ready for Show or Tour. It garners all
the “oohs and aahs” anytime out.
It is an Absolute Pleasure to Drive.
