1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Spotless, numbers matching 1974 Vette that fixes a 454 big block engine with a 4 speed manual transmission. GM listed it as fully optioned when originally purchased, F09 code, 404 trim with black leather interior, and exterior Lin Mille Miglia Red paint code 76L. Well documented mileage, currently at 61,620 which might go up slightly as we tend to enjoy it on weekends. The time this Vette has spent on the road has been mostly to and from car shows, local club trips, and NCRS events.

I purchased the Vette on September 15, 2022 from a huge enthusiast, former Chevrolet Corvette judge, and second owner who loved on it for 30 years. The documents you will receive with the car are unprecedented, with receipts totaling well over $75,000 in work done, a bible of service invoices dating back to the early 90s. Along the same lines, you will receive a binder containing nearly 100 FIRST PLACE awards this beautiful car has earned through the years.

Some of the major work performed includes:

-Engine: Original, full roller valve train including comp cam, ported heads, high compression pistons, and more. Complete blueprinted build sheet will be included.
-Transmission: Original M-21, removed and shipped to Davids 4-speeds in Wisconsin. The M-21 was completely rebuilt with M-22 performance gears and steel mid-plate. Build sheet included. Segment on rebuild was posted by David on YouTube, you should check it out.
-Carburetor: Original, removed and shipped to The Carburetor Refactory in Richmond, CA. Because of its age, the carb was recently serviced and temporarily benched to keep its integrity for shows of high relevancy, and replaced with a new Q-Jet from Guaranteed Carburetors in Largo, FL.
-Rear end: Original 3:36, removed and rebuilt to 3:73 ratio by Rears and Gears DND Enterprise in Vacaville, CA.
-Driveshaft and half shafts: Original, balanced with new u-joints installed.
-Front bumper: Original urethane, and new fiberglass rear bumper.
-Astro-vent side glass: Original, zero blemishes or windshield chips.
-T-tops: Original, in perfect shape as they have only been off the car a handful of times.
-Chrome parts: Original, removed and resurfaced by Sherms Plating in Sacramento, CA.
-Interior: Original, with power windows, power steering, tilt/telescopic, power brakes, and rear air defrost, everything in working order. The passenger window motor was rebuilt using its original casing at Corvette Stop in Shingle Springs, CA.
-Exterior: Painted to original specs by Roseville Rod & Custom, in Roseville, CA.
-All bonding stripes are intactly in place, corroborating the Vettes accident-free history.
-Not an inch of rust.
-Radiator: Be-cool aluminum with an Edelbrock water pump.
-Exhaust: X pipe installed with 2-chamber flow master mufflers.
-Starter: Replaced with new AC Delco from Corvette Central.
-Brakes: 4-wheel disks with relatively new tires.
-Most recent service included fresh oil change with high-zinc non-synthetic 40-W Valvoline. Transmission and rear differential fluid flush, both with non-synthetic Amsoil gear oil. New belts, spark plugs, and spark plug wires.

What the Vette needs, to the best of my knowledge:

-Small chip on the hood, shown in one of the pictures.
-Clock on dash needs to be removed and repaired.
-Shifter rattles at high speeds which is very common on C3s.
AC not blowing cold air due to a leak that is easily repairable.

Fun facts: Chevrolet sold over 37,500 Vettes in 1974, up from approximately 30,000 units in 1973. The 454 was rare as less than 3,500 buyers ended up ordering it, which was a solid upgrade for customers who didnt want to settle for the performance figures of the base models. 1974 was the last year with the big block 454. Chevrolet also discontinued the dual exhaust systems and began using catalytic converters the following year.

This car has been pampered and tastefully maintained its entire 50-year lifespan. It has never seen rain, snow, or extreme heat. I welcome SERIOUS buyers, and encourage inspectors, technicians, and/or appraisers.

To be mutually respectful of our time, I discourage tire-kickers, solicitors, VIN search sellers, and of course, scammers. Also, I will not do business via email. If you are serious however, you have my attention and can contact me via call/text at 858.880.6220. Reasonable offers are welcome.