1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 454

Description

The 1971 Chevrolet Corvette was the last C3-generation model to offer high-compression big-block engines before emissions regulations forced a significant reduction in power output, making it one of the most sought-after years among collectors.

Signature C3 Corvette features include removable T-top roof panels and vacuum-operated pop-up headlights, and this ‘71 'Vette is equipped with power-assisted brakes and steering, power windows, leather upholstery, and a period-style head unit with Bluetooth.

This '71 Corvette is powered by a carbureted 454ci V8 reportedly overhauled in 2014 and modified with a COMP Cams camshaft, valve lift, and roller rockers. At that time, the three-speed automatic transmission is said to have been rebuilt with a ProTorque torque converter.

Approximately 20,000 miles are reported to have been added to the car since the drivetrain work.

This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered with New York registration in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Refinished in Mille Miglia Red

• Black leather upholstery

• Removable T-top roof panels

• Numbers-matching 454ci V8 engine

• Engine and transmission reportedly overhauled in 2014

Factory Equipment

• Carbureted 454ci V8 engine

• Three-speed automatic transmission

• Limited-slip differential

• Power-assisted disc brakes

• Power steering

• 15” Rally wheels with Deluxe covers

• Vacuum-operated pop-up headlights

• Power windows

Modifications

• Repainted in Mille Miglia Red circa early 2000s

• Bluetooth-capable aftermarket radio

• Aftermarket radiator and electric cooling fans

• Aftermarket air filter

• ProTorque torque converter

• Engine modifications are said to include the following:

  • Displacement increased to 460ci

  • COMP Cams camshaft

  • 0.550” valve lift

  • Roller rockers

Servicing & Documentation

Photos of the engine assembly can be viewed in the photo gallery, and engine/camshaft specs can be viewed under the "Additional documents" section along with service records from the seller's ownership.

• BFGoodrich Radial T/A installed in 2025

• Engine and transmission rebuilt in 2014

Known Imperfections

• Air conditioning/HVAC system is inoperative

• Creases on seat upholstery

• From the seller:

  • “Minor chips, body repairs, and touch ups”

  • “Minor interior wear, T-top ceiling color fading”

Included Items

• Spare hub caps

• Spare interior trim

• T-top storage bags

• Car cover

• Removed radio

• Removed radiator

Additional Information

This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is registered in a state that does not issue titles for vehicles of its age. It is offered with New York registration.