The C1 Corvette was updated in 1961, retaining the exposed headlights of earlier models in conjunction with the quad round taillights and creased rear fenders that would carry over to the C2. Bright rocker moldings and a revised grille insert were new for 1962. This example is finished in red with matching coves and features split chrome bumpers, fender vents, and a driver-side mirror. The white soft top and removable body-color hardtop can be seen in the gallery.…
The C1 Corvette was updated in 1961, retaining the exposed headlights of earlier models in conjunction with the quad round taillights and creased rear fenders that would carry over to the C2. Bright rocker moldings and a revised grille insert were new for 1962. This example is finished in red with matching coves and features split chrome bumpers, fender vents, and a driver-side mirror. The white soft top and removable body-color hardtop can be seen in the gallery. There is a tear in the soft top and paint loss on the hardtop.
The 15″ Cragar wheels are mounted with 215/65 front and 255/60 rear BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. A steel spare wheel with an older tire is mounted beneath the trunk floor. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel drum brakes.
The cockpit features low-back bucket seats trimmed in black vinyl along with a color-matching dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Equipment includes GM-branded lap belts, a dash-mounted mirror, a heater, a Panasonic cassette player, and a passenger-side grab handle.
The three-spoke steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, battery charge, and oil pressure. The five-digit odometer shows 36k miles. Total mileage is unknown.
The 327ci V8 features Edelbrock finned valve covers and a louvered air cleaner.
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission.
As part of the collection, the selling dealer is also offering a Roadster Shop Fast Track Stage III chassis for a C1 Corvette.