1963 Chevrolet Corvette
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$100,000 - $125,000 USD | Not Sold
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- 327-cid, 250-hp V-8 engine with four-barrel carburation
- Two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission
- 3.36:1 rear end ratio
- Original Delco radio
- Documented history back to the original owner
- Saddle vinyl interior
- Saddle Tan paint- repainted around 1990
- Whitewall tires with factory hubcaps
The history on this iconic split-window Corvette dates back to when it was sold new at Paulson Chevrolet in Enumclaw, Washington on February 12, 1963. It was purchased by a school teacher from Wilkeson, Washington. The consignor tells a story of how the local kids and parents remember seeing this teacher drive to school in the spectacular American Sports Car. People from that area are said to still recall seeing her driving the Corvette back and forth to school.
Ms. Gall, who was the school teacher, passed away on February 15, 2012 at the age of 82. This was just over 49 years after she purchased her favorite car, which she owned until she passed away. The car currently shows 63,649 miles with are believed to be original miles. The original drivetrain is reported to still be equipped with the car. The consignor states that this car has never been hit in the 40 plus years it has been driven on the road.
Included with the car is copies of the original pink slip, registrations dating back to 1963 and a temporary registration from Paulson Chevrolet. This car is reported to run and drive as well as the day in was built.