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- 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C3) - Manual
1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C3) - Manual
1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C3) - Manual
A notably well-presented C3 Stingray, expertly restored in the United States and finished in the rare, single-year colour of Brands Hatch Green.
- ESTIMATE: £25,000 - £35,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA
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BODY COLOUR
Brands Hatch Green -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
TNB 261J -
ODOMETER READING
110747 Miles
SUMMARY
A notably well-presented C3 Stingray, expertly restored in the United States and finished in the rare, single-year colour of Brands Hatch Green.
DESCRIPTION
- Imported to the UK from the US in 2015, the current keeper is the second UK owner
- Subject to a comprehensive, body-off restoration in the US under long-term previous ownership, with no expense spared
- Awarded Second Flight and Sportsman honours in NCRS judging. The judging sheets and award documents are with the car as is a 2019 magazine article in which the car features
- Presented in very good condition, reflective of a high-quality older restoration
- Factory 4-speed M21 manual gearbox, one of 2,387 produced, and equipped with an LSD rear axle
- Finished in Brands Hatch Green, a one-year-only colour exclusive to 1971 with interior trimmed in Dark Saddle Leather
- Factory options include air-conditioning, power steering, and AM/FM radio
- Our vendor states all key components are matching numbers, including engine and gearbox
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- CORVETTE
- Registration Number
- TNB 261J
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 19437S117236
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Brands Hatch Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Steven Keen
- Car Specialist
- 07500 040422
- steven@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Tiny chip in the paint on passanger arch, drivers rear arch.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
To be presented to the auction freshly serviced.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
4x New correct BF Tyres recently fitted
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
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
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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