1973 Chevrolet Corvette L82 Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

“The Corvette Stingray Convertible makes being under the weather a pleasure,” said Chevrolet in 1973. When powered by the new L82 performance engine, producing 60 more horsepower than the standard 350, “this 1973 Corvette is one of the best we’ve ever driven,” wrote Road & Track magazine. Now it its sixth year, the third generation (C3) Corvette Stingray featured either a T-Top Coupe or Convertible model, the exterior design characterized by voluptuous fender flares and vacuum-operated pop-up headlights. It also delivered a completely redesigned interior with an aircraft inspired instrument panel, and the well-proven chassis components from the C2. For 1973 the familiar chrome front bumper was replaced with a body-colored urethane bumper cover to meet new government impact standards and uniquely is the only year with the “soft” nose and “hard” tail.

This three-owner 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible features the popular Ontario Orange hue with optional Dark Saddle Leather interior. The brake calipers have been upgraded with stainless steel sleeves, addressing a well-known corrosion issue on C3 cars. Powered by the performance L82 350 cu-in with four-speed manual this well-preserved low-mile convertible continues to make being under the weather most pleasurable.

Highlights

• This three-owner well-preserved 1973 Chevrolet Corvette L82 Convertible is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 46,900 miles at the time of listing, which is believed to be original

• Powered by the performance L82 350 cu-in V8 engine producing 250 horsepower

• M20 four-speed manual transmission

• Unique 1973-only look with urethane front bumper and chrome rear bumpers

• Finished in Ontario Orange with optional Dark Saddle Leather interior

• Factory black fabric soft top and Ontario Orange hardtop

• Stainless steel sleeved brake calipers

• The chassis number (1Z67T3S416040) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • Z – Corvette

  • 67 – Model (Corvette Convertible)

  • T – 350 cu-in L82 engine

  • 3 – 1973 Model Year

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri, assembly plant

  • 416040 – Serial number beginning with 400001

Features

• New maintenance and repair items include:

  • New BFGoodrich Radial TA tires

  • New exhaust system

  • New alternator

  • New thermostat

  • New carpet

  • New floor mats

• Tilt/Telescopic steering wheel

• Four-wheel independent suspension

• Four-wheel power disc brakes

• Power steering

• Steering wheel lock

• 15 inch wheels with chrome wheel rings

• Delco AM/FM radio

• Pop-up headlights

• An instrument cluster which includes a tachometer, ammeter, oil pressure, sweep second rally clock, fuel gauge, mileage and trip odometer

• Rear chrome bumpers

• Driver’s side exterior rearview mirror

• Dual-speed windshield wipers

• Back-up lights

• Dual padded sun visors

• Bucket seats

• Lap seatbelts

• Map pocket

• Manual windows

• Headlamp-on reminder

• Center-fill fueling

• Dual chrome exhaust outlets

Known Imperfections

• Generally good condition for unrestored vehicle of this age

• Leather seats have typical wear and wrinkles of age

• Convertible top has typical wear

Included

• Factory matching hardtop

• New seat covers in box

• Original carburetor and intake

• Original spark plug covers

Ownership History

This three-owner 1973 Chevrolet Corvette L82 Convertible has known history with the first owner driving it about 38,900 miles, the second owner about 8,000 miles. It is noted to have garage protection its entire life.

Additional Notes

The hardtop caddy seen in the photos is not included.

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com