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- 1977 Chevrolet Corvette C3 5.7
1977 Chevrolet Corvette C3 5.7
Lot Number: 192
1977 Chevrolet Corvette C3 5.7
Lovely third-generation 1977 Corvette carefully restored by well known Corvette specialists, EMC Performance.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 10th December, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Medium Red (72) -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
TJA 710R -
ODOMETER READING
99000 Miles
SUMMARY
Lovely third-generation 1977 Corvette carefully restored by well known Corvette specialists, EMC Performance.
DESCRIPTION
- A very smart example of the third-generation Corvette, the last year of the ‘sugar scoop’ style
- Powered by a small-block Chevy 350ci (5.7-litre) V8 mated to the Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission
- Imported from Florida and restored in 2016 by acknowledged marque specialists, EMC Performance
- Very well presented in Corvette Medium Red (72) paintwork with fresh red leather trim
- Optioned with electric windows, tilting steering wheel and power brakes
- New lifters, valves re-seated and new seals, new leads and distributor fitted early this year. New vacuum seals for the pop-up headlights
- There is an extensive history file that comes with the car with numerous invoices for parts fitted going back to the 1990s along with some original paperwork from when the car was first purchased
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 192
- Make
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CORVETTE
- Variant
- C3 5.7
- Registration Number
- TJA 710R
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 1Z37L7S427083
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Medium Red (72)
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Alex Newton
- Classic Car Specialist
- enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com
SCORE:
89 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Has benefitted from a respray.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
full carpetting, seat covers, steering wheel, door cards, door seals all replaced in restoration
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Distributor, leads,starter motor, lifters, valve seals, head gasket all replaced in 2022
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Has covered less than 3,000 miles since restoration.
Restoration Notes
Imported and restored in 2016 by EMC Performance. Specialist Corvette importers for over 30 years with the reputation for being one of the best in the country.
Import Notes
Imported from Florida in 2016
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 12th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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