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1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 900 Spyder Convertible Low Original Miles Restored on 2040-cars

Year:1963 Mileage:25533
Location:

Terrell, Texas, United States

Terrell, Texas, United States

" Please allow ample time for our high resolution photos and video to load. I also want to mention that all of the photos of this stunning Corvair were taken on Saturday, March 1st, 2014 by us. The video was also filmed on March 1st, 2014 by us." - Sam

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1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 900 Spyder Convertible

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as presented by...

Street Machines

27313  FM 429

Terrell, Texas, 75161

Office 972-563-7268 Sam & Robert

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CORVAIR SPYDER VIDEO PRESENTATION ABOVE / PRESS PLAY


This is a special Corvair with owner history to 1973, courtesy of the 2nd owner's grandson, who was also the previous owner. According to him, the mileage reading of 25,533 is original to the car. Its condition certainly reflects this.

Here is some information from the previous owner's desk to us,

" The Spyder was purchased by my grandfather in Littlefield, Texas in 1973 with very low miles in excellent condition. He actually had several Corvairs and gave me a 1964 coupe when I was 16, but the '63 Spyder was the prize. He kept it original and running, but was really only used in parades. He was fairly active in CORSA for a time, but not past the 1990's. It was stored in his barn until I took possession around 2003 when he moved into a nursing home. I kept it in the garage and started restoring a lot of the original parts so I could drive it myself. It was driven when the weather was nice." 


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By 2010, the aforementioned owner treated this Corvair to an extensive restoration courtesy of Wilson's Repair in Garland, Texas. Wilson's specializes in classic car repair, service and restoration. You can find them online with other examples of their work. We have the receipts for all work performed by Wilson's, totaling over $40,000 since 2008. This company also helped maintain this car mechanically for a number of years prior to the restoration. We also have an array of Corvair specific items such as a hard to find original Corvair Custom Feature & Accessories book from Chevrolet 1963, a original dealer brochure of the 1963 line-up, an original Motor Trend advertisement from May 1963 asking the question, " Is the Spyder's thrust just so much hot air? " Well, we think not!

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SUMMARY OF FEATURES & ACCESSORIES :

$40,000+ in receipts for restoration & maintenance

Turbo-Charged Flat-Six @ 150HP

4-Speed Manual Transmission

13-Inch Steel Wheels / Monza 900 Wheelcovers / Chevrolet Corvair & Smooth Wheel Covers

Door Edge Guards

Bumper Guards

AM Radio

Ember Red Paint & White Convertible Top (code 921 - 5)

Red Interior (code 781)

Convertible Top Boot - Red

Spare Tire/ Wheel & Jacking Equipment

Special Instrument Cluster - Spyder Specific 120mph speedometer / tachometer / vacuum-boost gauge / gas gauge / cylinder head temperature gauge

Delco AM Pushbutton Radio

Corvair Factory Accessories Booklet / Original '63 Spyder Advertising Material / Chevrolet 1963 Corvair Brochure / Chevrolet '63 Model Line-Up Brochure / SPYDER PARKING ONLY Road Sign

Maintenance Items new - 6-oil filters, 3 drive belts, set of spark plugs, set of spark plug wires

Spyder Turbocharged 150HP license plate

Back-up Lamps

Gasoline Filler Door Guard

Front & Rear Seat Belts

Emergency Brake

License Plate Bezel

Outside Rear View Mirror

Car Cover - Soft

Heater  



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The original Ember red paint was refinished in its correct shade then color-sanded, polished and sealed, while the engine compartment still retains the original paint. The metal body on this car is excellent, very straight throughout, with all original floorboards and trunk. This is a true dry climate car its entire life. The car displays beautifully inside, outside, and underneath. The replaced rubber seals have been replaced and chrome restored throughout. The glass seals were replaced including the vent window seals, window felts, etc. The tires were replaced with radials all around, including the spare.


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Open the doors to the 1963 Spyder. This interior is excellent. The original seats were stripped down and completely restored. New foam was installed with new correct seat covers. The original carpeting was replaced with new Ember color original type carpeting. The seat belts have been replaced with new sets front and back. The dash gauge pod assembly was sent off and completely restored with receipts to verify. All gauges are completely functional, including the speedometer, odometer, engine vacuum / boost, tachometer, gasoline level gauge, & cylinder head temperature gauge, The gauges backlighting (illumination) is also functional throughout. The optional Delco AM Pushbutton radio works excellent. The door panels feature the original paint along the top sections, both front and rear. The panels themselves are excellent. The window cranks work easily on all four windows. The dash itself is in excellent condition. The steering wheel is original and beautiful, with some patina. The chrome horn ring is excellent, the turbocharged emblem clear. So much extensive work has been done to this car. The ducting has been replaced throughout. All of this work adds up to over $36,000 in 2010 receipts alone.




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The original engine was removed and completely rebuilt. We have photos of the bare block along with various components disassembled prior to completion. All of this engine work was completed in November, 2010 to the sum of over $12,000 with verifying receipts. The crankshaft was micro-polished. The pistons were replaced. The assembly is balanced and blueprinted. All seals, gaskets, and bearings were replaced. The turbocharger was sent off and completely rebuilt. The cylinder heads were sent off and rebuilt by Corvair specialists. All of the work is accompanied with receipts to verify. So much was done to this car, I will do my best to detail. Even the original charging generator was sent off and rebuilt/restored and battery replaced. Over $1,100 was spent on the charging system and accompanying parts alone.The 4-speed manual transmission was completely rebuilt. The shifter has also been gone through with new bushings, etc. The rear end / differential is rebuilt. The ring gear and pinion have been replaced with a new numerically lower gear for better low-end acceleration around town. A new spider gear kit was installed. Again, receipts verify all of this work (November 2010). Over $3,500 was spent refurbishing the transmission and rear end. The shifter boot was also replaced with an NOS unit.  Again, all of this work is documented with receipts.


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Today, the engine compartment shows excellent. This 150 horsepower powerplant idles smooth and has excellent acceleration. This was impressive horsepower for 1963, given this flat-six engine is only 145 cubic inches. The turbocharger makes strong boost. In November, 2013, the crankshaft seal was replaced and engine fully inspected at a cost of approximately $678.00 by Wilson's Repair. At that time the alternator belt was replaced, a vacuum leak repaired, along with the replaced seal, all verified work with receipt. This car is ready to drive and show. I've got various maintenance items new in the packing I will include ; 6 oil filters, new spark plug wires, set of new spark plugs, and a new drive belt for the new owner. You will note the engine compartment still features much of the original finish and all original sheetmetal. The battery tray and spare carrier are excellent.


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The original trim identification plate is intact along with the original VIN plate affixed to the door jamb. This car is an original Ember red car ordered with the white convertible top and red vinyl interior. You can see much of the Magic Mirror acrylic lacquer is intact along with original insulation in the engine compartment.

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The undercarriage is a further testament to the amazing condition of this Spyder. Note the beautiful original floorboards have been refinished in correct red oxide primers and green etching primer. The suspension has been rebuilt with replaced bushings, ball joints, etc. The steering has been gone through as well, steering box rebuilt. The exhaust system has been replaced. The frame rails are perfect, never jacked or dented or repaired. This is an amazing little car that shows its mileage and restoration. We've really enjoyed it.

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The original 13-inch wheels have been refinished to match the Ember red paint. The original Monza 900 wheel covers are currently on the car. We also have a complete set of smooth hubcaps and a set of Chevrolet Corvair stamped hubcaps included.



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The convertible top and related components are outstanding. The convertible top was replaced along with all seals. Over $3,000 was spent on the convertible top, accompanying parts and installation effort with receipts to verify in 2010. All of the glass is also excellent, all seals and weatherstrip and felts were replaced during the restoration. The roll-up windows work effortlessly.


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The interior panels and armrests are in great shape. All door seals, etc. were replaced during the restoration.


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The door undersides are excellent, original metal and drain holes in place. Also the original polished lower body trim is in great shape. This car is also optioned with door edge guards.


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The long-time 2nd owner was a member of the CORSA society. He purchased the car in 1973 and we still have the Littlefield, Texas dealership key chain and two sets of keys.


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The glovebox courtesy lighting works. The glovebox door & decal is original as is the glovebox liner.


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These photos were taken in our little showroom. Street Machines is located at 27313  FM 429 Terrell, Texas, 75161. Come visit us. Call myself, Sam, or Robert for an appointment at 972-563-7268. Inspections are welcome and encouraged. We have worked with a large independent auto inspection company many times out of Dallas, Texas I can refer you to. View our seller feedback on Ebay.

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The trunk is in excellent condition, original pan refinished in the correct spatter paint with rubber plugs replaced. The plugs were replaced throughout the flooring. Also, the trunk and engine compartment seals were replaced. A cover cover, two extra sets of hubcaps, and extended future maintenance items are included with the car.


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The red convertible top boot snaps into place over the correct white top.


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The headlamps are dated T-3 units with exception of one GE bulb, all work. The brake lights and stop lights work too. The headlamp bezels have been beautifully restored. The tail light brightwork is excellent.

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Of the 19,099 Spyders built in 1963, only 7,472 were convertibles.

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The AM radio works excellent. The speaker was also replaced during restoration.

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Note the gauges are illuminated. They all work as this cluster was sent out for restoration. The bright light indicator and turn signal indicators also work. Just to the right of the above photo are the heater controls. The heat works as well as the fan, all of the ducting has been replaced (with receipts).

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Above is an original Chevrolet 1963 Corvair custom feature & accessories booklet. This pamphlet shows you all of the available Corvair specific options for the model year.

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We have the metal parking sign, original Corvair body service manual, fact sheet, factory brochures, and original Delco radio bulletin included with the car.

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The vintage metal Spyder Turbocharged license plate is also included, of course.

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The photo slideshow below has many extra photos, be sure to view the complete album with over 200 photos. Select the gray box that says "view all" and a big album will open in a new window. This auction is best viewed on a big computer or HD TV screen for total clarity of the video and photos. Bid early and often and I will consider adding a buy it now price at any time. Again, view our 100% positive customer feedback and bid with 100% confidence to own this special 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza 900 Spyder Convertible.


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SUCCESSFUL BIDDER

The winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours close of auction to proceed with payment and delivery arrangements or we reserve the right to sell to another bidder.

DEPOSIT

The winning bidder must submit a $500.00 deposit within 48 hours close of auction unless other arrangements have been made with us ahead of time. Again, call or email during or at close of auction.

PAYMENT

Our preferred payment method is bank wire transfer for your safety and ours. We also accept bank cashier's check or approved 3rd party financing. Please be sure to have full payment or approved financing in place before making your final bid. Although we sell worldwide, all funds must be paid in U.S. dollars only. Again, just contact us with any questions. Payment is to be received in full within 5 business days close of auction. Payment is to be finalized prior to the vehicle leaving our dealership.

TAX, TITLE & LICENSE FEES

Street Machines charges NO additional document feeds unlike most dealerships. Texas residents will be responsible for tax, title, and license fees. Non-Texas residents are responsible for taxes in their jurisdiction.

SHIPPING

The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges. We can refer you to a number of national and worldwide shipping companies. We will work with you on shipping and provide indoor storage until transportation is arranged. We have helped ship our cars all over the United States and the world, including Australia, Germany, Norway, Sweden, and Canada.

NO WARRANTY

This special interest / classic vehicle is being sold with no warranty expressed or implied either written or verbal. Although every effort is made on our part to accurately describe a vehicle for you, the ultimate responsibility is with the buyer. We will entertain and encourage professional or 3rd party inspections when arrangements are made. We can also refer you to reputable inspection companies that provide a very thorough inspection service. We, the seller, will make every effort to disclose any known defects with the vehicle. Again, contact us with any questions. View our 100% positive customer feedback and bid with 100% confidence.



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