LS-Powered 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 5-Speed

Description

The 1972 Chevrolet Corvette stands as the last of its kind to wear chrome bumpers at both ends, marking the final year of the classic Stingray aesthetic before federal regulations reshaped the car's appearance. Of the roughly 27,000 examples produced that year, factory engine options ranged from the base 350ci V8 to the high-winding LT-1 and the big-block 454ci LS5.

This example left the factory in Bryar Blue Metallic over a blue vinyl interior and has since modified under current ownership with a fuel-injected LS V8 engine backed by a TREMEC TKO five-speed manual transmission. Additionally, the car features ceramic-coated long-tube headers, 17" Weld Racing forged aluminum wheels, and four-wheel disc brakes.

The car retains vacuum-operated pop-up headlights and color-matched T-top roof panels, while its bucket seats have been replaced with units from a C5-generation Corvette. An aftermarket air-conditioning system has been installed.

This modified 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered with removed stock bucket seats and Rally wheels, T-top storage bags, marketing literature, an owner's manual, and a clean Texas title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• LS V8 engine

• TREMEC five-speed manual transmission

• Ceramic-coated long-tube headers

• 17" Weld Racing forged wheels

• Air conditioning system

• Refinished in Bryar Blue Metallic (945)

• Blue Vinyl (412) interior with C5 Corvette seats

Factory Equipment

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Chrome bumpers

• Vacuum operated pop-up headlights

• Removable T-top roof panels

• AM/FM radio

Modifications

• LS V8 engine

• Additional engine modifications are reported to include:

  • 0.660" Lift BTR Platinum LS spring kit

  • BTR Stage 3 camshaft

  • Delphi LS7 lifters

  • F-Body oil pan

  • GM Performance fuel injectors

  • GM Performance throttle body

  • GM Performance LS3 intake manifold

  • GM Performance LS engine head bolts

  • Finned valve covers

• TREMEC TKO five-speed manual transmission

• Ceramic coated long tube headers

• Aluminum radiator with dual electric fans

• EFI fuel tank kit with 400 LPH fuel pump

• Classic Auto Air air conditioning system

• Weld Racing RT-S 17” forged aluminum wheels

• C5 Corvette bucket seats

• LED instrumentation lights

Servicing & Documentation

The seller reports that the following work has been performed:

• Fuel lines replaced

• Brake calipers rebuilt

• Brake pads replaced

• Carpet replaced, sound deadening material installed

Known Imperfections

• 255/50r17 tires show, 2016 date codes

• Clock is inoperative

• Paint imperfections (see photo gallery)

• Pitting on door handles and mirrors

• Interior imperfections consistent with regular use

• Scrapes on exhaust from low ground clearance (3.25”)

• The seller states that the parking brake is weak

Ownership History

From the seller, “I purchased the car in 2017 from an individual in Carrollton, Texas and decided to swap the 454 for a used LS engine with approximately 50,000 miles. The car is fun to drive and take to car shows, and I have put roughly 2,000 miles on it in the 9 years I have owned it. Now that I’m in my 70’s, it’s time for the car to be enjoyed by a new owner.”

Included Items

• Owner's manual

• Marketing literature

• T-top bags

• Removed stock seats

• Removed stock wheels

• Multiple keys

• Trickle charger