1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

For consignment, a 1974 Chevrolet Corvette coupe with a title verified 113,052 actual miles. Here is one with a numbers matching drivetrain! Yes, the engine and transmission are original to the car, placing it a bit higher in the collectability pecking order.

Exterior
Theres no mistaking Corvette Orange, here augmented with some flames coming from the characteristic fender vents and redline tires over the 15-inch Chevrolet Rally wheels. The coke bottle silhouette of the cars profile has been likened to other fanciful shapes in the world and results in subconscious and not so subconscious attraction to the car. This is the year of the split rear bumper wearing the epic quad light set up with reverse lights embedded on the inboard circles. Polished A-pillars lead to the body colored removable top which gives way to a C-pillar and then flying buttresses that are arguably one of the great automotive features. The full rear window affords visibility behind you while a slightly cowled hood in front helps guide your forward. A side pinstripe in red is accompanied by a flourish around the front emblem and we found no exterior imperfections on this orange creamsicle.

Interior
Medium Saddle colors the interior beginning on the door panels which look fresh from the showroom. The bucket seats enjoy the same quality, nicely stitched and piped in a monochromatic saddle tone that is inviting and clean with the bottoms showing some minor discoloration that might come out with a detail. Theres definite patina on the center cap of the steering wheel, rimmed in firm black rubber, leading to the standard instrument cluster with tinges of patina but show worthy as is. The cockpit like arrangement of gauges in the center are backed by a wood veneer faceplate and this theme continues on the buttons of the AM/FM radio and the center console base plate for the shifter and here the wood looks slightly aged and driving with the top off will do that over time. The tan looped carpet is in good shape and topped by matching floor mats and the cargo area also benefits from clean carpeted coverage.

Drivetrain
Bright red valve covers highlight the clean engine bay where the numbers matching 350ci V8 resides, fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor and rated at 195 horsepower. Its backed by the numbers matching TH400 3-speed automatic sending power to the rear axle with 3.08 gears with Positraction. Four wheel power disc brakes, A/C, and power steering are onboard for this American legend.

Undercarriage
Well call it driver quality as you would expect given the mileage and as such, we have typical surface rust, some oil build up on the power steering components, a drop or two on the pan and a light film on the transmission pan. The dual exhaust slides through the frames cross member then swings around the spare tire, entering stock style mufflers just before exiting through down-facing tailpipes. Suspension is made up of coil springs in front, and Corvettes unique independent rear suspension is present and capped off with transverse leaf springs.

Drive-Ability
No surprises here and no shifting, and were okay with that! The 350 delivers fine power, especially for 1974, and of course, the car tracks like its on rails, but were on older tires so wont be peeling out in this orange blast. The no frills analog operations of the car all perform as intended and we roll this juicy ride back to the mall with smiles ablaze. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

A stunning exterior, a numbers matching drivetrain, a fine interior. Its a Corvette collectors dream, or a great way to start your collection! This is an eye-catching, clean ride that is ready for a new home. Are you ready to instantly brighten your garage?

1Z37J4S435663

1-Chevrolet
Z-Corvette
37-Coupe
J-350ci 4bbl 195hp V8
4-1974
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
435663-Sequential Unit Number

TRIM TAG

N18-September 18th
TRIM 415-Medium Saddle Vinyl
PAINT 80-Corvette Orange

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