1966 Chevrolet Corvette Hardtop Convertible, Formerly A 427/390 Tuxedo Black Car on 2040-cars
Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, United States
|
1966 CHEVROLET CORVETTE California Custom HT Convertible Originally a 427/390 - Tuxedo Black Corvette Up for your bidding consideration is this very cool 1966 Chevrolet Corvette California Custom hardtop convertible. I grew up in California in the sixties and I vividly remember these cars new and how excited I was when I had a chance to see one. By the 1970's I was a young adult and I watched as the hot rodders customized these mid year Corvettes, sometimes to the extreme. Now as four decades has passed us by, some of these customs have not aged too well. However some have... as this one demonstrates. Originally a L36 427/390 car, it was replaced years ago with a SBC 327. It has flares expertly done, custom hood, side exhaust, its headlights mounted in the grill and the buckets molded in. Inside the car, it has custom seat covers and a hurst shifter. This Corvette is in need of a paint job. It could also use a set of time period correct aftermarket wheels and possibly some narrower tires in the rear to help the 'vette sit better. The Corvette drives great, sounds fabulous, shifts easy, brakes well and is fun to drive. It has been in storage for quite some time but I have been driving it in and around my neighborhoods as of late and I'm impressed. But before taking it out on an aggressive run or a long trip I would recommend having your mechanic inspect it. It would be fairly simple and affordable to add a nice paint job and a good looking set of wheels to the Corvette and have a cool and distinctive ride. Another alternative is to restore it back to its 1966 form. And although that would be more expensive, todays big block values make this an attractive possibility. In the final picture you will see all the emblems that go with the car and if you (the winning bidder) do restore the car back to original, you will have all the necessary emblems to apply. This Corvette has all the indicators that it was once a 427/390... rear sway bar, brass radiator, the fuel line, the redline on the tachometer, the oil pressure gauge, and the 3 small holes (that have been filled in) that held the 427 emblem above the vertical slats on the side fenders. I have included a picture showing this from inside the engine compartment. So to restore it to its 1966 original form or to paint it and recondition it to its early 70's state... it's up to you. Either way this Corvette has trememdous potential. Please e-mail me with any questions on the Corvette and I will quickly respond. Also a pre-purchase inspection is available most anytime... just e-mail for an appointment. Winning bidder is to pay in full WITHIN (3) three days of winning the auction. Cashiers check (preferred), bank-wire, personal check (must clear first), or cash in person are all acceptable methods for payment. I will also be available for your transport company or for your trailer for a quick and expedited delivery. I will also keep the Corvette inside my garage for up to 30 days while shipping or pick up arrangements are being made.
The vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. Any descriptions or representation are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have satisfied himself/herself as to the condition of the vehicle. |
Chevrolet Corvette for Sale
2008 chevrolet corvette z06 coupe 7.0l- 310 original miles-one owner-pristine !!
3lt navigation heated leather head up red 6.2 coupe 2009 2010 2011 corvette(US $35,880.00)
2012 chevy corvette 3lt auto nav hud heated seats 7k mi texas direct auto(US $43,980.00)
2002 chevrolet corvette coupe 5.7l v8, leather, bose, clear title, no reserve.
2003 chevy corvette targa top 6-spd hud 50th anniv 41k texas direct auto(US $20,980.00)
1996 corvette 62,000 miles!(US $9,995.00)
Auto Services in Arkansas
Xtreme Collision & Auto Sales ★★★★★
Wholesale Tire Outlet Automotive ★★★★★
Western Auto NAPA ★★★★★
U-Haul of North Little Rock ★★★★★
Texarkana Tire & Wheel ★★★★★
Rusty`s Automotive ★★★★★
Auto blog
2020 Chevy Trax spied sporting design cues from the new Blazer
Wed, Oct 3 2018We saw spy shots in August for what we thought was either a redesigned Chevrolet Trax or new GMC subcompact crossover. At the time we were leaning Chevy. But after this latest batch of spy shots taken near GM's proving grounds, we're now thinking this one is the Trax replacement and the other one was a GMC. For one, the thin row of LEDs looks remarkably similar to the 2019 Chevy Blazer's LED strip. The additional light slightly below that is similar to the Blazer as well, leading us to believe that the next Trax will have a Blazer-esque front end. At first glance, this vehicle looks slightly larger than today's Trax with a much brawnier shape than the current blob-like design. The rear roof cladding could be hiding the same sloped rear window with spoiler hangover we see on the Blazer. Circling back to the other small GM crossover we caught testing, this one doesn't have those Blazer elements. The curved windshield and sloping roof are like those of the GMC Terrain, as are the horizontal grille bars. By contrast, the above car has a straighter windshield and a roof shaped more like the Blazer. One element that does seem to diverge from the new Blazer are the taillights, but they don't exactly look production-ready anyway. If we're right about this being the next Trax (and we're pretty sure we are) then this looks to be a more distinctive vehicle than what it will replace. The mirrors have left their awkward spot on the doors, and it's shaping up to be a much sportier looking crossover as a whole. This vehicle will most likely end up being a 2020 model year car, and if so, we would expect to see undisguised photos of both it and the assumed GMC version next year. Related Video: Featured Gallery 2020 Chevrolet Trax spy shots Spy Photos Chevrolet GMC Crossover SUV Future Vehicles chevy trax
The U-2 spy plane needs high-performance cars to help land
Thu, Oct 15 2015Typically, aircraft deploy their landing gear from three main points. Most military aircraft, for example, deploy two gears at the back and one forward, like a tricycle. Some civilian aircraft flip the layout, with two in front and one in back - tail-draggers. The U-2 Dragon Lady is wildly different than any of these. With a 103-foot wingspan but a body that's just 63-feet long, the layout of the U-2 makes a traditional landing setup infeasible. Instead, the U-2 utilizes a pair of wheels, one up front and one in back. With such a bizarre layout, landings are so tough that since the U-2's earliest flights at Area 51, the US Air Force has used high-performance chase cars to guide the pilot down safely. The landing process isn't over there, though. As this video from Sploid shows, balancing out the aircraft to fit the detachable "pogos" – think training wheels for spy planes – is a comical procedure requiring a number of airman using their full body weight to even out the U-2. This video also recaps some of the great vehicles that have served as chase vehicles for this legendary spy plane. They include Chevrolet El Caminos, and the Fox-body Ford Mustangs so favored by the California Highway Patrol. For the last several years, the USAF has utilized products from General Motors, using fourth-generation Chevy Camaros, before switching over to the Pontiac GTO and most recently, the awesome Pontiac G8. It's fair to say that if you're a gearhead in the Air Force, this is the job you want. Check out the video, embedded up top. News Source: Sploid via YouTubeImage Credit: Sploid Chevrolet Ford GM Pontiac Military Performance Videos
GM recalling 15k midsize pickups over leaky brakes
Mon, Jun 8 2015General Motors has announced a recall in coordination with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration related to the brakes on the 2015 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon. In the 14,838 units in the United States estimated to be affected, the front brake calipers may be leaking fluid. Needless to say, that could make them less effective, which could hinder the vehicle's ability to stop in time to avoid a collision. The affected units were all manufactured between January 6 and December 24, 2014. The fix seems simple and straightforward enough, with dealers being instructed to inspect the front brake calipers, and replace them if necessary. See below for all the details from NHTSA. RECALL Subject : Brake Fluid Leak Report Receipt Date: MAY 12, 2015 NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V278000 Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Potential Number of Units Affected: 14,838 Manufacturer: General Motors LLC SUMMARY: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured January 6, 2014, to December 24, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience the front brake calipers leaking brake fluid. This is due to air pockets, an imperfection in the metal caliper body. CONSEQUENCE: If the vehicle experiences a brake fluid leak it can increase the stopping distance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. REMEDY: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front-brake calipers if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 10, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14888. NOTES: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. Related Video: Featured Gallery 2015 Chevrolet Colorado: First Drive View 38 Photos News Source: National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationImage Credit: Copyright 2015 Seyth Miersma / AOL Recalls Chevrolet GMC Truck gmc canyon brakes