One-Owner 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 4-Speed

Description

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Champion road racer Tony DeLorenzo helped Motor Trend magazine test a base model Corvette for 1972. “You can’t get a better overall performance car,” DeLorenzo declared. “I’d be hard-pressed to find a better car, for the money, than the Vette.”

Introduced for the 1968 model 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 cluster. The C3 offered independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes, and a slate of three powerful V8 engines, and the 1972 were the last of the breed with the original chrome bumper look.

This 1972 Corvette coupe was reportedly acquired new by its current owner. It's equipped with a L48 350ci V8, paired with an M21 Muncie four-speed manual transmission, and it has been resprayed in Ontario Orange. This C3 Coupe also features saddle seats, a T-Top roof, and a cassette deck.

This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is now offered on dealer consignment with a clean Florida title.

Highlights

• Offered from Gateway Classic Cars of Tampa

• Consignor said to be its original owner

• L48 350ci V8 engine and M21 four-speed manual transmission

• Refinished in Ontario Orange (987)

• Saddle upholstery

• T-Top roof and removable rear window

Factory Equipment

• Factory Rallye wheels and BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

• Four-wheel independent suspension

• Optional J50 four-wheel power disc brakes

• Pop-up headlights

• Aircraft-inspired instrument cluster

• Chrome bumpers, front and rear

• The chassis number (1Z37K2S508271) decodes as:

  • 1 – Chevrolet

  • Z – Corvette series

  • 37 – Corvette Coupe

  • K – Base 350 cu-in V8

  • 2 – 1972 Model Year

  • S – St. Louis, Missouri, assembly plant

  • 508271 – Serial number beginning with 500001

Modifications

• Aftermarket cassette radio

• Front lip spoiler

Servicing & Documentation

• The consigning dealer reports that the following parts have been replaced:

  • Carburetor

  • Fuel tank

  • Air conditioning compressor

  • BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the condition of the 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe are presented in the gallery

• Wear on seat upholstery

Ownership History

This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is offered from Gateway Classic Cars of Tampa

Included Items

• Corvette repair manual

• T-Top bags

Additional Information

The consigning dealer states, “The story sounds too good to be true, but this is a one-owner '72 Corvette that, according to the family consigning it, spent its life in the Sunshine state. The young lady who purchased the car new was a hair dresser who used the car as her daily driver. This incredible C3 has led a pampered life and is a true one respray survivor. The Ontario Orange exterior, combined with the tan interior, is absolutely stunning. The seats literally look like they have never been sat in and the headlights work. Before listing the car with us, new BFG tires were installed along with a new carburetor, gas tank, and a/c compressor. The L48 350ci runs incredibly smooth and the manual trans shifts beautifully.”