1958 Chevrolet Corvette 283/290 Fuelie 4-Speed

Description

In 1958, the Corvette was restyled, and the widespread use of chrome reflected the dominant design trend of the late 1950s. The single headlight setup was replaced by dual exposed headlights positioned above chrome-accented grilles. Chrome strips extended along the trunk, while the model’s signature “washboard” hood and rear bumperettes became distinctive features exclusive to that year. Inside, the redesigned cabin introduced factory-installed seatbelts and a striking new dashboard layout. The 7,000-rpm tachometer was placed right in front of the 160-mph speedometer, allowing the driver to keep their eyes on the revs and the road.

Under the hood, even the base Corvette got a 230-horsepower 283 V8 — good power for a 3,000-pound sports car. However, serious enthusiasts chose the Ramjet fuel-injected 283. For 1958, the high-tech FI unit received more accurate air/fuel ratio control and more reliability, with solid-cam versions producing 290 horsepower at a screaming 6,200 rpm.

This 1958 Corvette presents in rare Panama Yellow, with 455 painted that color — and only 190 produced with a Snowcrest White cove. Its cracked original block was replaced with a correct, re-stamped CS-code 290-hp fuel-injected 283, which sends power through a synchronized 4-speed manual transmission. The seller reportedly purchased it after C1 restorer Ron Daniels had done the restoration work, and it shows only 2,100 miles since refurbishment.

This factory fuel-injected Corvette is now offered on behalf of the current owner with current Georgia registration.

Factory Equipment 

• CS-stamped replacement fuel-injected, solid-cam 283 ci V8 factory rated at 290 hp 

• (579) 1958 Rochester fuel injection unit #7014900R 

• (685) 4-speed Synchro-Mesh manual transmission 

• (675) Positraction rear axle 

• (290) 6.70x15” tires (now 205/75 Coker Classics) 

• (520) Panama Yellow with Snowcrest White cove 

• (490) Charcoal interior 

• (470) White folding top 

• (102) Wonder Bar radio 

• (101) Deluxe heater 

• (107) Park brake alarm 

• (108) Courtesy light 

• (109) Windshield wipers 

• The chassis number (J58S107390) decodes as: 

  • J – Corvette 

  • 58 – 1958 model year  

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri assembly plant 

  • 107390 – Sequential production number

Servicing & Documentation 

• July/September 2025: Cranking valve and thermostat replaced (see photos for more information) 

• Engine and body restoration notes (see photos for more information)

Known Imperfections 

• Paint chips noted on lower nose 

Ownership History

This 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is located at Hagerty Garage + Social at 1446 Dean Forest Rd. in Savannah, Georgia.

Included Items 

• Owner’s manual 

• Corvette Servicing Guide 

• Binder with service records and restoration documentation 

• Spare parts

Additional Information

• The seller states, “I have been told numerous times that this restoration is one of the best folks have seen. Mike Deitch planned to have the original engine rebuilt, but a crack was found in the block so a correct rebuilt block was purchased and stamped correctly per NCRS guidelines. Washington-based C1 specialist Ron Daniels completed the engine and handled the car’s reconstruction.”

• This Corvette is registered in a state that does not offer titles for vehicles of its age. It is offered with current Georgia registration.

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this listing. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including vehicle payment, applicable taxes required to be collected by the seller or Broad Arrow, and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Tim Rollinger Phone: 912.596.2099 Email: trollinger@hagerty.com