Description
Storage Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Inspection, Delivery, and Handover:
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The process will begin within 3-5 business days after full payment (vehicle price + 3% auction fee). Shipping up to 2,000 miles is included in the total price, and the payment must be received and cleared before proceeding.
1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible
This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible represents the pinnacle of American muscle car engineering and design. With its pedigree and unmatched authenticity, this classic stands as an exceptional investment opportunity and a true collector’s gem.
Key Features and Specifications
- Engine: Original numbers-matching 427/390 horsepower V8
- Transmission: Numbers-matching M21 close-ratio 4-speed manual
- Rear Axle: 3.55 Positraction (numbers-matching)
- Mileage: 70,000 actual miles
- Color Scheme:
- Exterior: Rallye Red with a black stinger
- Interior: Red
- Convertible Top: White (recently replaced due to discoloration)
- Factory Equipment:
- Authentic sidepipes
- AM/FM radio (fully functional)
- All operational gauges (excluding the clock)
Provenance and Documentation
This Corvette boasts a detailed history and comprehensive documentation, including:
- Ownership records dating back to 1975
- Binder with 4 inches of receipts and maintenance records dating back to the 1970s
- Perfect tank sticker verifying factory-original colors and options
- Photographs and receipts of the engine rebuild and drivetrain work
- Registration copies from 1980 to the present
Condition and Performance
- Paint and Body: Single repaint in 1978, still presenting well, though showing age-related imperfections
- Interior: Exceptionally maintained with original components
- Mechanical Condition:
- Engine and transmission rebuilt in the early 1980s
- Recent rear axle service
- Smooth and reliable performance with tight steering, effective brakes, and precise gear shifts
- Fires up easily, drives straight, and runs exceptionally well
Noteworthy Highlights
- Purchased by its previous owner in 1980 with 62,000 miles; driven sparingly, adding only 8,000 miles over 28 years
- Almost every replaced stock component is preserved and stored in boxes
- This car remains a solid, original, and unmolested example of a mid-year Corvette
Performance and Engineering
- Performance Figures (427/390 hp V8):
- Standing Quarter Mile: 13.8 seconds at 104 mph
- Top Speed: 143 mph
- Additional Technical Highlights:
- Hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear)
- Independent suspension with coil springs in the front and transverse leaf springs in the rear
- 15×6 wheels with 7.75×15 tires
Investment-Grade Pedigree
This Corvette is a rare find in the classic car market, combining factory-original features, bulletproof documentation, and outstanding condition. With so many counterfeit examples in circulation, this authentic, numbers-matching vehicle stands out as an unmatched investment opportunity.
Acquiring Vehicles Through The Auctions
At The Auctions, we provide multiple purchasing methods for vehicles stored securely at our facility. Our inventory features a wide selection of vehicles, including both in-house stock and consignment listings, each meticulously inspected by our in-house quality assurance team.
Vehicles are available for collection directly from our warehouse, ensuring a seamless handover process. All payments are securely processed through Escrow.com, offering peace of mind and transparency in every transaction.
Purchase Options:
1. Blind Auction
- Submit private bids that remain confidential (other participants cannot view your offer or any other active bids).
- You can revise your bid while the auction period is open.
- If your bid is the highest and accepted by the seller, you will receive a notification of your successful submission within three business days after the auction closes.
2. Open Auction
- Participate in a traditional auction format where the highest bid is visible, allowing you to adjust your offers accordingly.
- Once a bid is submitted, it cannot be canceled.
- If your bid is the highest and accepted by the seller, you will be notified within three business days after the auction closes.
3. Fixed Price
- For a straightforward purchasing experience, vehicles are also listed at fixed prices.
- Listings are organized chronologically, with the newest entries appearing first, allowing clients to easily spot the most attractive offers.
- Vehicles can be sorted by their source for added convenience.
This range of options ensures flexibility and transparency, catering to both auction enthusiasts and those who prefer fixed pricing.
