1961 Chevrolet Corvette

Description

As the first generation of the Chevrolet Corvette approached its final lap, the 1961 model year was given a significant facelift. However, you might not notice the changes until one passes you by. The contemporary design featured a "duck tail" rear end, replacing the curvaceous rear end in place since 1953. The new tail of the 1961 Corvette also established the tradition of four taillights. Up front, the changes were far more subtle, with a billet-looking grille and color-matched headlight banks that replaced the chrome headlight trim from past years. As presented today, this 1961 Corvette offers compelling performance from its 327 cu-in V8 engine topped with a four-barrel carburetor provides power to a four-speed Saginaw manual transmission handling shifting duties. This Corvette has been upgraded with driver comfort in mind, featuring air conditioning, power steering, and front disc brakes. Inside you will find an interior adorned with black bucket seats and a black dashboard with red carpet offering a stunning contrast. This all creates an iconic Corvette with modern amenities that make the driving experience ever more pleasurable.

Highlights

• Powered by a 327 cu-in V8 engine with a Summit 600 four-barrel carburetor, Edelbrock Performer EPS intake manifold and Summit 202 heads

• Four-speed Saginaw manual transmission

• Equipped with Positraction, front disc brakes, and power rack and pinion steering

• Added cooling fan with aluminum radiator

• Fitted with GT Radial Touring VP Plus tires with correct vented chrome wheel covers

• Finished in red with charcoal grey coves

• Black vinyl bucket seats

• Equipped with modern air conditioning

• Aftermarket AM/FM radio with 8-track player

• This 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is offered with 98,228 miles; however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Standard equipment including heater, backup lights, courtesy lights, and windshield washer

• Fiberglass reinforced plastic body with sculptured side panels

• Vented chrome wheel covers with simulated knock-off hubs

• Chrome windshield frame

• Crank-operated windows

• Vinyl-covered instrument panel crown and doors

• Passenger “grab bar”

• Dual electric windshield wipers

• Chrome bumpers

• Door mounted armrests

• Stainless steel kick plates

• Chrome side view mirror

• Three spoke steering wheel

• Electric fuel pump

Known Imperfections

• Chassis number assigned by the state of Oregon

• Tear in the convertible top

• The dash pad shrinking near grab bar

• Various paint imperfections

• Minor crack in the fiberglass under driver's side headlight

Included

• Spare wheel and tire

• Original steering wheel

• Front license plate bracket

• Passenger side package shelf

Ownership History

The current owner of this 1961 Corvette reports purchasing the car from Boring, Oregon in July of 2011.