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- 1965 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible - Manual
1965 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible - Manual
Lot Number: 402
1965 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Convertible - Manual
An early, second-generation Corvette C2 with a close-ratio manual gearbox and in superb order.
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £46,125
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Glen Green -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
FKJ 98C
SALE ROOM NOTICE
Please note this lot is pleasingly accompanied by the original hand book and a comprehensive history file.
SUMMARY
An early, second-generation Corvette C2 with a close-ratio manual gearbox and in superb order.
DESCRIPTION
- Finished in Glen Green with a superb Saddle Tan interior
- Motivation is provided by a 350ci (5.7-litre) V8 mated to the desirable close-ratio manual gearbox
- Complete with factory hardtop and knock-off wheels
- Professionally repainted in recent years and now presents superbly
- Excellent original interior with recently replaced, soft top and carpets
- 1965 was the first year of production of the four-wheel disc brake cars
- Imported to the UK in 1979 and has formed part of eclectic collections in recent years, being used and maintained as required
- The C2 is a sought after Corvette and, with a hardtop and manual gearbox, it ticks all the boxes
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 402
- Make
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CORVETTE C2 CAB
- Variant
- Cabriolet
- Registration Number
- FKJ 98C
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 1946755109826
- Engine Number
- TBA
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Glen Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
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SCORE:
95 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
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Chrome:
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Interior
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Headlining:
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Remarks
Excellent and original
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
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Electrics
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Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 25th March between 9am and 2pm.
Any vehicles not collected by this time will be transported to a secure storage facility in Northampton by our transport partner EM Rogers, the charges for which are £175 plus VAT for removal and £10 plus VAT per day for storage. We will make contact on Sunday to confirm how you will be removing your vehicle(s). If we do not hear back by 9am on Monday morning, we will arrange collection with EM Rogers on your behalf.
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