1954 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1954 Chevrolet Corvette is the 3,394th of 3,640 examples produced for the model year, and it was refurbished and modified under previous ownership. It is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a four-speed manual transmission and has been refinished and reupholstered in red. Features include a tan soft top, a curved windshield, 18 Foose wheels, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, an Edelbrock intake manifold, dual Flowmaster exhaust, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, tubular lower control arms, power-assisted front disc brakes, an aftermarket retro-style stereo, and a dash-mounted rear-view mirror. The car was refinished in red under previous ownership and features a replacement tan convertible top, a curved windshield, a chrome grille and trim, headlight screens, a driver-side rearview mirror, directional signals, Chevrolet fender badging, a three-piece rear bumper, and dual exhaust outlets exiting through the rear valance. Foose 18 wheels are mounted with Lexani tires measuring 255/35 up front and 255/45 out back. The C1 was equipped from the factory with an independent front suspension, front and rear hydraulic shocks, and a live rear axle with semi-elliptical leaf springs. Modifications include power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, tubular lower control arms, and power-assisted front disc brakes. The bucket seats are faired into the rear bodywork and were reupholstered in red vinyl by a prior owner, and they are complemented by a color-coordinated dash pad and door panels. Interior appointments include a dash-mounted rear-view mirror, an aftermarket retro-style stereo, an analog clock, a floor-mounted shifter, and polished door sills. The three-spoke steering wheel features a chrome horn ring and fronts an inoperative 140-mph speedometer and five-digit odometer. Total mileage is unknown. Aftermarket instrumentation consists of a central 8k-rpm tachometer flanked by gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, voltage, fuel level, and amperage. The 350ci V8 was installed under previous ownership and is equipped with a Holley carburetor, an Edelbrock intake manifold, finned valve covers, exhaust headers, and an aluminum radiator. Power is routed to the rear wheels via a polished Muncie four-speed manual transmission. A Flowmaster dual exhaust system is fitted. The Washington title carries a Classic brand.