20-Years-Owned 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 454

Description

Produced from 1968 through 1982, the third-generation Chevrolet Corvette (C3) established itself as an American performance icon with styling inspired by the Mako Shark II concept and a long production run. The 1973 model year is the only C3 to feature a body-color urethane front bumper paired with a chrome rear bumperettes, creating a distinctive one-year-only appearance. It was also among the final years that buyers could order Chevrolet's 454ci big-block V8, making 1973 one of the last opportunities to pair the C3's dramatic styling with the largest-displacement engine offered in a Corvette.

This 1973 Corvette Convertible has been with the seller since 2006, and it is powered by a 454 cubic-inch V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in Classic White with a matching white vinyl soft top over a Dark Red vinyl interior. According to the seller, the engine short block was replaced under prior ownership, reportedly in the early 1990s, and the engine is fitted with a 1971 Corvette intake manifold and carburetor.

This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 454 is now offered with a color-matched hardtop and clean Rhode Island title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Owned by the seller for 20 years (since 2006)

• 454ci V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission

• Finished in Classic White with a white vinyl soft top

• Color-matched hardtop

• Dark Red vinyl interior

• 15” Rallye-style wheels

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (1Z67Z3S423687) decodes as:

  • 1 – Division: Chevrolet

  • Z – Series: Corvette

  • 67 – Body Style: Convertible

  • Z – Engine: 454ci V8

  • 3 – Model Year: 1973

  • S – Assembly Plant: St. Louis, Missouri

  • 423687 – Sequential Production Number

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • J17 - May 17, 1973 build date

  • 425 - Dark Red vinyl interior

  • 910 - Classic White exterior paint

• 3-speed automatic transmission

• Dual exhaust system

• Power-assisted front and rear disc brakes

• Distinctive domed hood with "454" badging

• Polyurethane front bumper and chrome rear bumperettes

• Vacuum-operated hidden pop-up headlights

• Concealed windshield wiper system

• White vinyl convertible soft top

• High-back bucket seats

• Dark Red vinyl interior

• Power windows

• Power steering

• AM/FM radio

Modifications

• Replacement short block installed by a previous owner in the early 1990s

• 1971 Corvette 4-barrel Holley carburetor

• 1971 Corvette intake manifold

Servicing

From the seller: "I purchased this Corvette in 2006 and have kept it meticulously garage-stored and protected from the elements throughout my ownership. The engine short block was replaced by a previous owner before I acquired the car, and I believe that work was completed in the early 1990s. The car has been well cared for and maintained during the time I have owned it."

Known Imperfections

• Wear on A-pillars

• Crack on the driver's-side armrest

• Some discoloration and staining on interior materials

Ownership History

The seller reports purchasing this Corvette in 2006. It is now offered with a clean Rhode Island title.

Included Items

• Color-matched hardtop

• Fire extinguisher

• Car cover