A dramatic redesign of the Corvair came in 1965. The new body showed influence from the Corvette Stingray and the 1963 Buick Riviera. The mild coke bottle styling set the trend for GM cars for the next fifteen years, foreshadowing the 1967 Camaro. For the first time, none of the passenger cars had a "B" pillar, making all closed models true hardtops. The second generation's styling was rated timeless when new, and considered contemporary today in comparison to the first generation. A new fully independent suspension, similar in design to the Corvette, replaced the original swing axle rear suspension. However, the Corvair used coil springs at each wheel instead of the 'Vette's single transverse leaf spring unit. MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present the gorgeous 1965 Corvair Convertible 140, Quad Carb you see pictured. This particular car has been with the same California owner for the last 12 years and has benefitted from a tasteful, complete restoration in the recent past. This Corvair looks like it just rolled off the showroom floor! Finished in a beautiful red, the paint of the car is in nearly perfect condition with a new black canvas convertible top that shows no notable imperfections or staining. All of the chrome on the car is new and in perfect condition. Did we mention that even the weather stripping is new? This is an exceptional Corvair and just by seeing the body, you can tell that not a single expense was spared in the restoration of this car. Inside, you will find that the entire interior has been reupholstered and looks incredible! The seats are wrapped in black vinyl and show zero wear or imperfections. The matching door panels and black carpet are also in excellent condition. The dashboard was restored in original fashion, housing all original style gauges. One special quality about the Chevrolet Corvair is that the engine is rear mounted. This particular car has the “140” engine which is a quad carb, 164 cubic inch Flat-6 engine, complete with dual exhaust. Attached to the engine is a 4-speed manual transmission. During the restoration, not only was the exterior and interior done, but the car also has a new clutch, all new wiring, new front suspension, new shocks and even new tires and brakes. There are drum brakes all the way around. The Corvair sits upon a set of original Corvair 13” wheels wrapped in new 175/80R13 tires. The Corvair you see here is a true California car and really an exceptional example of GM’s only rear-engine model ever made. The VIN is 107675L100285 and the mileage currently shows 28,101. The car is being sold on a clean & clear California title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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