Crystal Turquoise 1963 Chevrolet Chevy Greenbrier Corvair 95 Restored on 2040-cars
San Diego, California, United States
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Crystal Turquoise & Cameo White
1963 Chevrolet Greenbrier Sportswagen
2.4L 2377cc 145ci H6 Gas OHV Naturally Aspirated
California Greenbrier with original Black License Plates
Rust-Free Body Freshly Painted Inside & Out
New Seat Upholstery & Carpeted Floormats
Offered for sale is our delightful 1963 California black plate Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier. This highly original van was produced in small numbers from 1961 to 1965. This particular example has benefited from low, long-term ownership and has always been a Southern California car, residing much of its life in the “Inland Empire” away from coast. It’s a rust-free van that was restored to a very eye-pleasing driver-quality level, and it runs even better than it looks.
It’s simply a joy to drive and has plenty of power to spare. It will pass a VW bus on a grade and you can wave a happy “Hawaiian Shaka” to the slow moving snail! It elicits numerous thumbs-up as you cruise along and the vibrant hues of this nicely two-toned Crystal Turquoise & Cameo White grabs attention! With all but the rear two windows able to be rolled down, the breezes billow throughout the cabin and the visibility is astounding!
On the day of the photo shoot, we stopped for a cup of coffee on the Coast Highway in Encinitas, the Greenbrier van became immediately swamped by admirers and the questions were flying! Everyone is curious as to the origins of this cool looking coastal cruiser! It truly is a Southern California beach icon. In fact, the current issues of SURFER and SURFING magazine features a two-page ad for VON ZIPPER sunglasses with a patina-looking red Greenbrier featured and two very stoked young surfers wearing dark shades. In short, this van looks right at home by the coast.
With the drastically rising price values of the quintessential Volkswagen van, discerning buyers are looking at other affordably priced options. Virtually the only other people-carrying van of this era that is rear-engine and air-cooled, it mimicked VW’s finer points but surpassed much of the obsolete design with somewhat radical (for the time) car engineering concepts.
The Corvair 95 platform is of “forward control” design, meaning the steering gear was mounted ahead of the front wheels. A raised-deck floor is required to clear the engine. The engine is Corvair’s air-cooled opposed six-cylinder was named “Turbo Air”. It displaces 145 cubic inches and is fed by twin carburetors. With four-wheel independent suspension and weight equally divided between front and rear means that the handling characteristics are superb, loaded or unloaded. Folks, Ralph Nader was wrong---dead wrong.
This solid, well cared for 1963 needs a little TLC to get it 100%. Just looking at the photos will verify the fine condition of this well-sorted van. Yet, there are minor finishing touches one will want to perform. Included in the sale is an era-correct Chevrolet radio, original front grill, and various small parts and an original owner’s manual and original workshop manual. The new buyer will need to replace the door rubber and window felt, as several of the operable windows rattle and side-view mirrors will need to be sourced as well as the driver side sun visor. Two of the door latches require a little encouragement to open. All parts are available affordably on Ebay or may be purchased at Clarks Corvair Parts or other independent vendors.
Mechanically, the Chevy van starts right up on first try and purrs along while it drives. The brakes are excellent, but as drum brakes one needs to know that it will not provide disc-brake efficiency. Tires are brand new with the nubs still showing. The restoration was all performed during the last two years so much of the car looks shiny and bright! The new chrome glimmers in the California sunshine, the newly upholstered seats are comfy and the new carpeting adds a nice touch! All of the correct and original emblems are on the car. The original front windshield had a crack so it was replaced just two months ago at a cost of nearly $900 for an era-correct replacement with new rubber. All of the mechanicals have been dealt with and improved, so rest assured this is a reliable, enjoyable driver!
If you desire a clean, original California black plate Corvair van, then look no further than this awesome 1963 Chevrolet Greenbrier!
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ABOUT US: San Diego Vintage Consignments specializes in low-mileage original rust-free collectible automobiles. We strive to provide everything a prospective buyer could want to make an informed decision. We take amazing photographs, provide honest descriptions, and always share any historical information about the vehicle. We go the extra mile to have satisfied buyers that love what they bought and highly recommend us to their friends. Check out our other collectible classics at www.SanDiegoVintageConsignments.com
CONTACT: Call Lee anytime at 760 845 8447 (San Diego, California USA) or email LeeHedges@SanDiegoVintageConsignments.com if you have questions or need something that isn’t in the ad.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT: We accept a non-refundable $500 deposit to hold the vehicle and the balance paid via bank wire transfer within seven days of the deposit.
TRANSPORT: We have excellent transport companies that can get your vehicle delivered to your home safely & at the best rate. Or you are welcome to make the arrangements yourself. Transportation costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
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