1953 - 1962 C1 Corvettes For Sale

PRICE REDUCTION!!  $124,500
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This 1957 Corvette was race-prepared in 1964 by owner Larry Leedy and his best friend, Bob Spicer, who raced the car from late 1964/early 1965 into 1967, possibly 1968.  It was car #1 at its first race and then received SCCA #73, which is how I have restored it.  Their good friend from the “Cal Club” (California Sports Car Club), division of the SCCA, Fred Yeakel, co-drove with Bob for Enduro-type events and Fred also raced it on his own.  

Here are some features of #73 and of the items that Bob and Larry put on their race car that I have put back on the car:

•	Original non-radio and non-heater
•	Big Brake or “Sebring” package, including finned drums, vented backing plates and front and rear air scoops, brake fans, heavy-duty coil springs, five-leaf rear springs, fast steering adapter, and the very rare second front sway bar
•	1960-62 chassis upgrades including traction bars, rear sway bar and larger diameter front sway bar
•	4.10 posi differential
•	Koni racing shocks
•	37-gallon center fill gas tank with top seat backs cut off for clearance
•	1962 radiator and overflow tank
•	Dual-belt pulley system with idler pulley and seven-blade fan
•	1960-61 290/315 HP Fuel Injection unit with driver-side air duct
•	Six-quart 327 trap-door oil pan
•	Stewart-Warner electric fuel pump
•	2.5-inch exhaust pipes
•	Steering column shortened by four inches for driver comfort
•	Full complement of Stewart-Warner gauges, including oil pressure and oil temp gauges taking the place of the unneeded speedometer
•	Vintage PACKARD 440 USA plug wires
•	1962 268 35-amp generator and 1958 002 35-amp voltage regulator
•	American Torq Thrust racing wheels and Goodyear Blue Streak racing tires
•	Weight-saving modifications, such as Plexiglas windscreen replacing the windshield, windows removed from doors, cut-off door posts, and removal of all body trim removed except front bumperettes, grill surround and four teeth (the minimum required)

At the Labor Day 1966 Santa Barbara race, Fred raced #73, but took off the 3 and put a 9 in front of the 7 to make it #97, which was his race number for his personal 1957 race car.  After that, Fred’s number stayed on the car, which has been the cause of confusion between #73 and Fred’s #97 ever since!

When I got the car, it was the quintessential basket case.  But I got a perfect bare body that had a new front end on it because it had been damaged by jack-knifing while being towed home from a race by Larry when he swerved to avoid hitting someone who cut him off, a nearly rust-free California powder-coated bare frame, and everything else was loose or in boxes!

I am a 400+ Level Judge with the National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) and I did a frame-up restoration on my 1960 Corvette for which I received the highest level award NCRS offers, the Duntov Award, so named for Zora Arkus Duntov, Chief Corvette Engineer from 1954-1975, and widely acknowledged to be the Father of the Corvette.

After all I learned from that, I began writing what is now the 1958-60 Corvette Restoration Handbook, coauthored with my good friend, Tom Howey.  It is now in its Second Edition and carried by NCRS, Zip, Corvette Central, and Paragon.

Because of my background, I wanted to do #73 as close as possible to how Larry and Bob did, and that was to take an original 1957 Corvette and restore it to as-raced condition.  This means I tried to restore everything on the car not related to racing back to how an original 1957 Corvette would be.  

So #73 is not a tribute car or a fantasy car or one made into a vintage race car as it “might have been” back in the day.  Instead, I restored it as closely as possible to what both drivers have told me regarding how the car was race-prepared, and I consulted with them regularly over the course of the restoration.

I elected to restore #73 to represent how it was at its best race, that being the August 1966 Riverside Six-Hour Enduro, where it came in First in Class and Second Overall with drivers, Bob Spicer and Fred Yeakel, each taking 1.5-hour turns at the wheel.  A Shelby team Mustang was First Overall.  After the race, Carroll Shelby told them, “I didn’t know that pig could run that fast!”

Bob and Larry added everything they could to make the car fast and reliable, but did only what was allowable under SCCA rules at the time.  With #73 being a C1 Corvette, they could use just about anything through 1961-62 they wanted, other than a 327 CI engine that debuted in 1962.  As Bob put it, if Chevrolet offered it for racing, they put it on #73!

I have elected to describe all of these in a book that I have entitled Corvette Race Car, now in the draft stage, the cover of which is in the photos I’ve attached.  #73 was judged in the Concourse Modified Division at the NCRS Greenville, South Carolina in May 2022 and received a score of 100%.  It received 6 points of deductions of 2,250 possible, but received those back by getting six bonus points for having a battery cut-off and a fire extinguisher.

So what can be said of the condition of #73?  Near mint and clean enough to eat off of.  Just look at the pics.

There are a few minor nicks and cracks of the paint, most of which must be pointed out to be noticed.  There is a crack below the lower front of the passenger side (PS) door.  The door jamb rubbed at the top rear inside of the PS and there is a rub mark.  There is a small scratch close to the grill surround in the front.

Minor drips that have mostly been addressed.

I say this for full disclosure and so a buyer will not think anything has been misrepresented.  These few minor imperfections should not deter anyone from being interested in #73 for what it is.  The crowning jewel of this car is that it is a real historic race car that raced back in the day and did well.

This car would be super for a collector who will display it amidst his collection, but is exceptionally well suited for someone who will use it for vintage racing as it was intended and for which many historic race cars are actually being used.  Fred Yeakel’s 1957 was sold in 2007, and the new owner is still racing it!

This stallion has been corralled for over half a century.  Is there anyone willing to open the gate and let this stallion do what a stallion was born to do?

If you run it up to 150 mph with a rev of just under 10,000, you will warm the engine!!!! – Bob Spicer

Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is pleased to present this 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie. The Corvette has become something of a legend in the automobile world as it represents one of the greatest concepts, a sports car that is unique and most importantly, American. That feeling is just as strong as it was back then and continues to pave the way for the great car's bright future. This stunning 1957 Corvette, finished in Venetian Red with Shoreline Beige cove inserts, is a prime representation of the C1 generation.

Powered by a 283 CID V8 this car still looks the part as it did in 1957. The engine is paired to the classic 3-Speed manual transmission making this a very enjoyable cruiser. Bias ply tires with the white walls provide a cushy ride and keep it looking original. As you open the door and slide into the driver's seat, you will be taken back in time by the two-tone dash, chrome accents, and the large steering wheel that came stock back in 1957. This stunning classic Corvette is ready for a new home and to be driven! The Red and interior combination you see in this 'Vette is one of the most sought after of this body style and is easy to see why as you look around this car. The Chrome accents make the paint jump out from the crowd, and the red and white interior makes a seamless transition between the inside and out.

Notes claimed from Current Seller:

"-Venetian Red ext. with Shoreline Beige Coves

-Venetian Red Waffle Interior

-Rochester Fuel Injection (first year of fuel injections with 283ci and 283hp

-Rear Differential appears to be a 370.1 Posi-traction

-Venetian Red Hardtop

-Wide Whitewall Tire with Full Face Hubcaps

-Matching Numbers block with engine assembly date and stamp for a 3 speed Fuel Injection car

-Prior owner stated the car was off frame restored a few years ago and transported to show and shine events

-Off frame restoration was completed by an NCRS Mechanic and NCRS judge

-In prior owners possession for 27 years"

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You are viewing a 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Roadster, finished in Tuxedo Black and Black Custom Leather Interior. Built by Corvette Mike in Anaheim, CA. This was a frame off, rotisserie custom restoration. Street Shop Chassis, Custom fiberglass work and Laser Straight Body and Paint. New Glass, New Chrome and Stainless Trim, New Rubbers, seals and Hardware. Restoration was completed in 2013

Powered by a ZZ4, Small block Chevrolet Engine with Edelbrock, Pro-Flow Fuel Injection, Electronic Ignition, Ceramic Coat Headers, Custom Stainless Steel Exhaust, Aluminum Radiator with Electric Cooling Fans, March Pulley Serpentine Belt System, Power Rack and Pinion Steering, Power 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, Hurst Driveline Conversion with a Tremec 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Dana C4 Rear Differential, Power Windows, Air Conditioning, Heated Seats, Wonder Bar Radio with Custom Sound System, New Cloth Convertible Top, 17 Inch American Racing Wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport Tires.

This Custom Corvette Runs and Drives as Good as it Looks.

Dealer# Da2496

Roman Red w/Red interior, 350ci ZZ6, 4-spd. manual transmission.

The ’61 Corvette marked the 4th major body modification for the first-generation Corvette. Gone was the rounded back end with molded in taillights. In its place was a more angular rear which incorporated 4 round taillights right above the twin rare bumpers.  This design was foreshadowing what was to come when the all-new 3rd generation Corvette was introduced for ’63! Another change was the removal of the “teeth” in the front grille.  Replaced with a smoother mesh.

This very sharp ’61 started out its life as a Jewell Blue factory fuelie.  But its previous owner was looking for something a bit more user friendly to drive around in, so it was decided to replace the F.I. engine with a GM ZZ6 hi performance create engine. He also wanted to change the color combination to Roman Red w/Red interior. So that’s what was done! The work having been completely within the last six months. The result is a beautiful and dependable ’61 that has excellent performance to match!

P.S. The original engine and fuel injection system is included with the sale for those who may ever consider returning the car to its original condition!  Also included is a freshly painted hardtop to match the new black soft top, as well as the original brakes, headers, “yellow” collector California license plates and an assortment of additional hubcaps and even an additional Wonder Bar radio!

Numbers matching 1960 Corvette with original drivetrain, paint, glass, chrome. New cocker Steel belted radials.
New brakes, Clutch, thermostat, starter, generator (have originals).
New Rugs & dash (Al Knock). All other interior parts original. New Blue tooth radio.
new windshield wipers, hoses, gas tank, fuel lines. New LED bulbs in dash.
Carter AFB rebuilt, runs perfect, starts good, no blue or black smoke, no noises, no pulling, everything operational. Rides like a new car.
Chrome in great shape with little pitting. 
Vehicle was in an air-conditioned show room for 17 years and then garaged for the past 25 years.
Private owner since 1997.
Rare horizon blue (760 made).

1956 Corvette, red with white coves, red interior.  Car was frame off restored in 1994, we have most paperwork for all the work done with a 3 page ledger showing all the parts purchased and or rebuilt to stock condition. Car has 4speed in it now  and the 3 speed  goes with it.  The car has no convertible top , the prior owner said it was never with the car.  Car runs excellent, the carbs were rebuilt along with the radiator and the gas tank was cleaned and sealed.  The car had all the gauges rebuilt but the clock is still now working to to putting the wires on backward.   78k...909 261 3588    this is an early vette with the vin.  1061,the 61st. vette off the assembly line in 1956.  

Complete Off Frame Restoration
Rare Removable Hardtop, New Vinyl Tan Soft Top
New Tan Interior & Carpet
1968 Remanufactured Corvette 327 Cu.In. V-8
T-10 4 Speed Transmission, Hurst Shifter
2 - New Eldelbrock 4 Barrel carbs
New Aluminized Steel Dual Exhaust & Mufflers
12 Volt Mallory Tach Drive Ignition
New Shocks, Front Disc Brakes
Cragor SS Wheels, New Yohama Tires