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Gorgeous, frame up restored example in most desired colorcombination of Signet Red, Snowcrest White Coves, and Red interior!Powered by number's matching 283ci 2x4bbl 245hp V8 mated to 4-speedmanual transmission! Sweet car in so many ways and an absolutelyexcellent driver! Chevrolet was continuing a very successfulCorvette model in 1958 with only a few changes to the car whichincluded new fiberglass body panels that now included dual frontheadlights and integrated hood ridges. The trunk lid added chrometrunk spears, the grill lost 4 teeth now totaling only 9, and thebumpers were now stronger being bolted directly to the chassis.Inside, the gauges were rearranged with a new 160mph speedometerand centered tachometer, a passenger grab bar was built into thedash, two-piece door panels, and standard seat belts! This gorgeous1958 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is finished in correct SignetRed accented by Snowcrest White coves and new Red Vinyl interior.Optioned include factory original, date matching 283ci V8-245hpengine with 2x4 Carter WCFB carburetors, 4-speed transmission, 3.70rear axle ratio, dash tachometer, heater, courtesy light, whitewalltires, Wonderbar signal seeking AM radio, and white soft top!Engine Date Stamp: F056CT - May 6th, 1958 Engine Date Cast- E 1 8-May 1st, 1958 Engine Cast Number: 3737739 Winters Aluminum Intake:3739653 Carter Carburetors- Front 2626S, Rear 2627S Generator:1102043 - 8E19 (May 19th, 1958) Only 9,167 Corvettes were producedin 1958, of which just 1,897 were 245hp equipped units with amanual transmission, making them highly prized collectibles! Thislate production example was restored an estimated 10 years ago andcontinues to appear exceptionally fresh in person! The paintfinish is superb on a no-hit body that possesses excellent fit andbody gaps. Matching in quality are excellent chrome & stainlesspieces, upgraded Coker Classic radial whitewall tires, new brakesystem, new fuel delivery lines, along with a detailed engine withcorrect GM hoses, clamps, fresh air ducting, 7-ribbed aluminumCorvette valve covers, heater core & gaskets, etc. It received newchassis rubber & suspension components underneath, but appears tohave never had its body removed since it was born in June 1958.Having been shown more than driven these last few years so thecarburetors have been recently cleaned & adjusted, along with newfront wheel bearings & kingpins, new spark plugs & points, valvecover gaskets, and oil/filter change. It drives with perfect ease!The engine response never falters; it travels effortlessly down theroad, and keeps pace with everyday traffic making this a perfectsummertime cruiser, and terrific Corvette investment! Thedashclockis presently inoperable. All tire changing equipment andspare tire are present, as well as carpeted front floor mats.Although somewhat biased, we believe this is THE color combinationto have in our opinion! Truly gorgeous! Please call with anyquestions, or to schedule your chance to view this vehicle inperson.
1958 Chevrolet
Corvette Convertible
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Gorgeous, frame up restored example in most desired colorcombination of Signet Red, Snowcrest White Coves, and Red interior!Powered by number's matching 283ci 2x4bbl 245hp V8 mated to 4-speedmanual transmission! Sweet car in so many ways and an absolutelyexcellent driver! Chevrolet was continuing a very successfulCorvette model in 1958 with only a few changes to the car whichincluded new fiberglass body panels that now included dual frontheadlights and integrated hood ridges. The trunk lid added chrometrunk spears, the grill lost 4 teeth now totaling only 9, and thebumpers were now stronger being bolted directly to the chassis.Inside, the gauges were rearranged with a new 160mph speedometerand centered tachometer, a passenger grab bar was built into thedash, two-piece door panels, and standard seat belts! This gorgeous1958 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is finished in correct SignetRed accented by Snowcrest White coves and new Red Vinyl interior.Optioned include factory original, date matching 283ci V8-245hpengine with 2x4 Carter WCFB carburetors, 4-speed transmission, 3.70rear axle ratio, dash tachometer, heater, courtesy light, whitewalltires, Wonderbar signal seeking AM radio, and white soft top!Engine Date Stamp: F056CT - May 6th, 1958 Engine Date Cast- E 1 8-May 1st, 1958 Engine Cast Number: 3737739 Winters Aluminum Intake:3739653 Carter Carburetors- Front 2626S, Rear 2627S Generator:1102043 - 8E19 (May 19th, 1958) Only 9,167 Corvettes were producedin 1958, of which just 1,897 were 245hp equipped units with amanual transmission, making them highly prized collectibles! Thislate production example was restored an estimated 10 years ago andcontinues to appear exceptionally fresh in person! The paintfinish is superb on a no-hit body that possesses excellent fit andbody gaps. Matching in quality are excellent chrome & stainlesspieces, upgraded Coker Classic radial whitewall tires, new brakesystem, new fuel delivery lines, along with a detailed engine withcorrect GM hoses, clamps, fresh air ducting, 7-ribbed aluminumCorvette valve covers, heater core & gaskets, etc. It received newchassis rubber & suspension components underneath, but appears tohave never had its body removed since it was born in June 1958.Having been shown more than driven these last few years so thecarburetors have been recently cleaned & adjusted, along with newfront wheel bearings & kingpins, new spark plugs & points, valvecover gaskets, and oil/filter change. It drives with perfect ease!The engine response never falters; it travels effortlessly down theroad, and keeps pace with everyday traffic making this a perfectsummertime cruiser, and terrific Corvette investment! Thedashclockis presently inoperable. All tire changing equipment andspare tire are present, as well as carpeted front floor mats.Although somewhat biased, we believe this is THE color combinationto have in our opinion! Truly gorgeous! Please call with anyquestions, or to schedule your chance to view this vehicle inperson.
1958 Chevrolet
Corvette Convertible
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