1965 Corvette- Turn Key! TOP FLIGHT- Real Nice!- REAL RED-RED!! CONVERTIBLE!!

Chevrolet Corvette 1965 Description

Here is a beautiful example of the mark, its a 1965 Corvette convertible. Frame off restored, Top Flight blue ribbon winner. 350 horsepower 327 motor, with factory Transistorized Ignition system. It also has factory power steering. Being offered by Bill Caldwell Corvettes. It has Knock Off wheels in excellent condition and brand new tires. Side Pipes, they are like brand new. The top is in as new condition and fits well. Same owner since 1999. Purchased as frame off restored at that time from Napoli Classic Motor Cars in Milford, Ct. It has its original motor, with all its original stampings,original transmission, differential, heads, 2818 holley and TI ignition system. It has its real original Vin and Trim tags. Yes, everything matches. It was meticulously cared for and loved by a retired Engineer, he and his wife loved and enjoyed it. I have known the car since they purchased it. It was repainted in 2014, its all original GM fiberglass, the old finish was completely stripped prior to refinishing, and the motor/transmission were removed to freshen up. The rear suspension was also removed to detail again. Sadly, the owner passed away during this phase. So I was asked to complete the work and sell the car. So, here is what was done: The original 3:55 differential was resealed and painted, the rear spring repainted, new bushings, etc and detailing. The motor was completely rebuilt, using new .030" over sealed power domed pistons, forged hyperutectic, same compression ratio as original but with a composition head gasket yields a lower comp ration, now runs with 93 octane fuel no issues. The correct as original factory camshaft was used, new stock lifters, the heads have all new 2.02" SS valves, screw in studs and guide plates and comp Cam roller tip rockers with pushrods to match All new Comp Cam springs. The exhaust manifolds were resurfaced for flatness and restored, no gaskets were used where they mate to the heads, as original. The original intake was cleaned but not glass beaded, looks great, the 2818 Holley cabr was rebuilt. The TI distributor was rebuilt and the amplifier upgraded to the newest KB electronics module. It runs super on 93 octane fuel. The stock flywheel got a new ring gear, resurfaced with a new stock clutch and the entire assembly was balanced. The original close ratio muncie 4 speed transmission was rebuilt with all new bearings and seals, syncrhos, these were updated to the later hubs and used torque lock sliders. All parts purchased from Larry at D&L transmissions. All the internal gears were in great shape and reused, correct GL-4 gear oil was used. All new antifreeze, correct high zinc motor oil, etc. The motor was primed and painted and detailed to the highest standards. It has been broken in and run and I have put a couple of hundred miles on the car to ensure all is well. It runs flawlessly, motor is strong, sounds great, pulls as a 350 hp motor should and the trans works smoothly. The shifter was also rebuilt and is set on the short throw currently. The entire under hood area is highly detailed, as is the entire undercarriage. The tires also are brand new and just mounted and balanced. NCRS delivery data certificate is included, same owner since 1999,it has records records back to 1981 Turn key for summer!! Needs nothing but a new owner!

Its red with red vinyl interior. Has a white soft top in like new shape, it operates very smoothly and tightly, the fit is good. Everything works. All gauges, lamps, switches, etc. all in perfect working condition. All the locks,etc, ignition work as they should. Door hinges/frames are tight and doors close smoothly and easily. The body lines are really nice, all gaps and alignment are nice

Excellent frame, no rust or repairs ever! The entire frame and suspension was refinished/rebuilt during the frame off restoration. Ball joints, bushings, etc all nice and tight.

The choke operates perfectly. Starts easily.

Motor runs nice and cool, very smooth, pulls strong all thru the gears

This car is an absolute pleasure to drive, runs strong, very responsive, great handling and ride, not choppy, sounds fantastic. Tires, brand new as stated, 215-70-15 radial white walls.

It drives straight as an arrow, very smooth and NO RATTLES. This is an extremely tight car.

Brakes are great. The car stops quickly, easily, straight and smooth. The e-brake works The bumpers are nice, as new, as is all the SS trim, its very bright and shiny. All the glass is excellent.

Headlamp buckets operate quickly and smoothly.

All the glass in in excellent condition and original on doors/vents, the windshield is a correct dated reproduction. Wipers work great. The washer squirters do not work, although all the correct hoses and washer bottle are in place, no effort was made to fix them.

The interior is also excellent, as new. Including door panels, seats, carpet, dashpads. The gauges, clock, radio, glove box are all restored and bright, and of course, working. The entire heater/defroster system was rebuilt and works well. The original seat belts are restored and work well. All the wiring throuout is as new or new. The steering column was rebuilt, new bearings and turn signal switch. Its all nice and tight, has a brand new rag joint coupler. The steering box was rebuilt.

The door windows operate quickly and smoothly. The vent window regulators are tight and operate smoothly. The glove box door is very good and it has a new liner. The console is original and very nice. The door opening sill plates are new and excellent. Original steering wheel is excellent. All the weaterstripping and runs are in great shape. In fact, all the body weatherstrippng is great! All the stainless steel trim is highly polished and damage free, all chrome and bumpers are excellent.

Original spare tire tub is in place with spare.

The paint is only a couple of years old. Its excellent, color is correct, finish is brilliant!

This is an excellent, tight car. It needs absolutely nothing. Just get in, fill it up and cruise! Hard to find a convertible like this!

I have lots of photos in addition to whats here, just ask for something specific if you want to see more. There are lots of reciepts and records, even an assembly manual ! OPTIONS: Contact me for after purchase if desired, I can add power brakes at additional cost, or I can remove the side pipes and install a correct as original under car exhaust sytem and put all correct components in place. Please contact me in order to discuss.

Please contact me with any questions or more information, car is located in Shelton, Ct

Act quickly! Ask whatever you like now, before its gone!

Inspections can be arranged and are enchouraged, I can help load car onto any shipper of yor choice. The big rigs are able to reach me just fine. Payments must be fully cleared prior to releasing car. Please note there is a $500 deposit required via paypal within 48 hours of auction close or risk losing the right to purchase. Final payment terms to be arranged