Equipment
2,993 original miles, LT1 350/255hp, 4-speed, power brakes, Goodyear Wide Tread tires, Soft Ray glass, hardtop, AM/FM radio.
Condition
The old but original paint has slight deterioration from age, although it is free of cracks, scuffs and crazing. The brightwork is excellent and free of flaws. The engine compartment is clean, shows little use and is free of leaks. The underbody is very good with only minor oxidation on the frame and a light coat of oxidation on the exhaust. The interior is very good with minor creasing on the driver's seat. A beautifully preserved and maintained LT1 Corvette with all the awards including Bloomington Gold Survivor in 1992, Special Collection in 1990, NCRS Top Flight in 1993, a Duntov Award, a Chevy Vettefest Triple Crown in 2002 and yet another Bloomington Gold Survivor and Benchmark.
Market commentary
This is huge money for an LT1, especially a '72 model, but its level of preservation is very special and it sold for $137,500 at Mecum Monterey in 2015, so it's safe to call this a fair price. It is so pristine and valuable that it will never turn another mile except on and off transporters in its life, nor probably have its LT1 blipped over 2,500 rpm. It is an artifact, not an automobile, but a wonderful artifact.