1961 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Description
I have not yet seen another 1961 Corvette with similar factory options, low miles, matching numbers and in such pristine/unrestored condition! Only 7 convertibles were built with Ermine white exterior, Jewel blue coves, blue Interior, white soft top and white hardtop. Also, only 2,827 units were built with the 283 CI, V8 engine, 2X4 BBL Carter Carburetors, and Special Factory Cam to peak at 270 HP.Under the same ownership for the past 30-years, no expense has been spared in the preservation of this rare beauty. All reconditioning work has been strategically planned to avoid a full-blown restoration and to encapsulate its natural state. Only essential components have been restored or replaced to ensure a healthy and safe performance. These unique marvels are becoming very desirable and increasing in value exponentially. According to Hagerty's January 2017 report, these highly collectible assets continue a strong upward trend for the 5th consecutive year, topping the chart at $124,00!Ready to sell or trade!SERVICE LOGRebuilt engine, transmission, generator, brakes and carburetorsServiced suspension, radio, distributor, starter, radiator and reservoirReplaced gaskets, hoses, fuel tank/lines, ignition wires, plugs, fluids, filters, battery and tiresReconditioned paint, detailed interior, and polished chromeFACTORY SPECS1961 Chevrolet CorvetteVIN: 10867S108594Miles: 54,892283 CI, V8, 270 HP engine2×4-Barrel Carter carburetor2x4's Intake Manifold4-Speed, close ratio, T-10 Syncromesh, manual transmissionT-Shifter handle with positive reverse lockoutManufactured in St. Louis, MissouriPositraction Rear AxleOverflow TankDual Point DistributorWonderbar AM/FM RadioOriginal MSRP $3,934.00PERFORMANCE270 HorsepowerFrom 0-to-30 mph in 2.6 secondsFrom 0-to-60 mph in 6.0 secondsFrom 0-to-100 mph in 14.2 secondsMILESTONELast Year of Painted CovesLast Year of 283 EngineLast Year Wide Whitewall TiresFirst Year of 2 Tail LightsCONDITIONIncredibly well preservedUnrestored and unmolestedMatching numbersOriginal milesLots of powerSmooth shiftingTight suspensionShows incredibly wellAmazing patinaExcellent interiorMATCHING NUMBERSEngine Block: 3789935Engine Head: 3774692Front Carburetor: 2613S # 3741089Rear Carburetor: 2614S # 3741090Distributor Number: 1110891Generator Number: 1102043 1D26Harrison Reservoir: 3151016Year Production Number: 8,594 out of 10,939On May-04-17 at 21:31:00 PDT, seller added the following information:
I have not yet seen another 1961 Corvette with similar factory options, low miles, matching numbers and in such pristine/unrestored condition! Only 7 convertibles were built with Ermine white exterior, Jewel blue coves, blue Interior, white soft top and white hardtop. Also, only 2,827 units were built with the 283 CI, V8 engine, 2X4 BBL Carter Carburetors, and Special Factory Cam to peak at 270 HP.
Under the same ownership for the past 30-years, no expense has been spared in the preservation of this rare beauty. All reconditioning work has been strategically planned to avoid a full-blown restoration and to encapsulate its natural state. Only essential components have been restored or replaced to ensure a healthy and safe performance. These unique marvels are becoming very desirable and increasing in value exponentially. According to Hagerty's January 2017 report, these highly collectible assets continue a strong upward trend for the 5th consecutive year, topping the chart at $124,000!
Ready to sell or trade!
SERVICE LOG
Rebuilt engine, transmission, generator, brakes and carburetors
Serviced suspension, radio, distributor, starter, radiator and reservoir
Replaced gaskets, hoses, fuel tank/lines, ignition wires, plugs, fluids, filters, battery and tires
Reconditioned paint, detailed interior, and polished chrome
FACTORY SPECS
1961 Chevrolet Corvette
VIN: 10867S108594
Miles: 54,892
283 CI, V8, 270 HP engine
2×4-Barrel Carter carburetor
2x4's Intake Manifold
4-Speed, close ratio, T-10 Syncromesh, manual transmission
T-Shifter handle with positive reverse lockout
Manufactured in St. Louis, Missouri
Positraction Rear Axle
Overflow Tank
Dual Point Distributor
Wonderbar AM/FM Radio
Original MSRP $3,934.00
PERFORMANCE
270 Horsepower
From 0-to-30 mph in 2.6 seconds
From 0-to-60 mph in 6.0 seconds
From 0-to-100 mph in 14.2 seconds
MILESTONE
Last Year of Painted Coves
Last Year of 283 Engine
Last Year Wide Whitewall Tires
First Year of 2 Tail Lights
CONDITION
Incredibly well preserved
Unrestored and unmolested
Matching numbers
Original miles
Lots of power
Smooth shifting
Tight suspension
Shows incredibly well
Amazing patina
Excellent interior
MATCHING NUMBERS
Engine Block: 3789935
Engine Head: 3774692
Front Carburetor: 2613S # 3741089
Rear Carburetor: 2614S # 3741090
Distributor Number: 1110891
Generator Number: 1102043 1D26
Harrison Reservoir: 3151016
Year Production Number: 8,594 out of 10,939