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The C3 (third generation) Chevrolet Corvette was in its third year in 1970. Sales were down due to two factors: a labor shrike that shrank production and the MSRP went past $5,000 for the first time. This convertible looks like a time capsule piece that has been practically not driven at all in the past 46 years. Some work was done in the past, but things may need to be redone such as tires and other items that succumb to the passage of time.
Chevy only managed to sell a little over 17,000 Corvettes in 1970 of which just over a third were true convertibles. The 350 cubic inch V8 with a 4-barrel carburetor was still the base engine and this Corvette has a 4-speed manual transmission, which was selected by about 40% of buyers back in the day. The seller says this drop-top came with a short list of options (no air conditioning, no power windows, etc.). The Chevy wears Donnybrook Green paint of which there are traces of a respray, such as around the trim tag.
Maintenance records for “America’s Sports Car” indicate that some work was done previously, such as the carburetor, exhaust, freeze plugs, radiator and fan shroud, fuel pump, and brake work. It was parked at 61,689 miles with a current reading of 61,862. We suspect those were put on by the seller who brought it home two months ago. The tires were replaced long ago, so they’re ancient now.
Since the seller has driven it recently, the work remaining to be done could be minimal. The seller isn’t interested in trades and says that Hagerty (insurance) estimates the value of the machine at $40,000. Located in Maple Grove, Minnesota, the seller has set his/her expectation at $25,000 here on craigslist. The body looks good, and the interior is quite nice, so would you add this Corvette to your collection?
