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Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 10 1961 corvette models nationwide. All parts and subassemblies used to assemble your corvette along with appropriate part numbers, available options and the original build. May 25, 2009 this 1961 chevy corvette with 37,000 original miles proves low mileage doesnt guarantee an accident free car. Fully restored 1961 chevrolet corvette c1 is likenew motorious. Gateway classic cars dallas is pleased to offer once stunning 1961 chevrolet corvette. Specifications for the 1961 corvette, including dimensions, electrical, capacities, engine, and features.

Up for auction 1961 corvette restomod great for car showsa real head tuning carall the time most of the work has been done. After a 15year restoration, a mechanic was taking a classic 1961 chevrolet corvette for a final test drive in mason city before shipping the car to its owner in florida. Estimated ship dateloading thursday 5212020 if ordered today. Its what turned corvette into the car to beat in road racing in the early 60sand it helped this vette become a top scorer at judging time. The most obvious difference is the upper cast neck used on 1961 models. Chevrolet corvette restoration guide motorbooks workshop. Website for registering your c1 corvette s select year. Original texas car thats been in storage for the last 28 years. Corvette restoration manuals, guides and books are available at the motor bookstore for the ponycar aficionado who wants to embrace owning a vette from every conceivable angle. For more projects and information on getting your classic car or truck restored go to. This gallery includes many photos of the car before, during the restoration, and after complete.

For sale is a 1961 chevrolet corvette roadster which is the first year of the attractive. We take a trip to boyds shop to assess the progress of his 1960 c1 corvette restoration. Ongoing since november 2017, the process is about 50% done. Cbs television, in cooperation with general motors, introduced the series route 66. We take ultimate care to make sure that every detail is painstakingly restored to its original beauty. The 1962 corvettes new rear shape increased trunk space by.

Suspension used is c4 front and c5 rear with a 6speed manual transaxle and shortened torque tube. Corvette repair owner kevin mackay is a stickler for details when it comes to returning these famous racing corvettes to their original glory. See more ideas about corvette, restoration and little red corvette. Once the car is gone ill pull all the c1 related stuff off the shelf and sort through it. Vintage cars can create a moral dilemma of sorts for enthusiasts. Corvette temperature sending unit gm 15321 corvette. All of the hard work is done it has a 350 rebuilt engine that runs strong 400hp plus automatic transmission that shifts as it should. It is commonly referred to as the solidaxle generation, as the independent rear suspension did not appear until the 1963 sting ray. It wont take long to tell that restoration is not a job to us.

Numbers matching 270hp engine, 4speed, rare power windows, and both tops. From a 1961 corvette with a curious ailment, to a 1963 studebaker with a nightmare combination of leaks and bad parts, to completing a halffinished restoration on a 1967 mercury, dan and his highly skilled team will restore these cars to the gold standard. Minnesota 1961 chevy corvette restoration, celebrating 28 years kisss auto body and frame shop is your source for corvette restorations, classic car repairs and restorations, frame work, body shop, and more. Actual online notations have been included for factoryoriginal, correct assembly information. Car was in storage and fire collapsed material onto car, the fire did not originate from the car. Corvette repair restored both of these historic corvettes. This book offers a very good overview of a complete restoration job for a 1969 corvette. The company do hours of research to make sure each and every part they make looks and fits like the. A customer in california has purchased our restomod chassis and commissioned a 1961 corvette build. Find used 1961 chevrolet corvettes for sale on oodle classifieds. Pair of c1 corvette project cars are ripe for restorations. A 1961 chevrolet corvette with celebrity ownership is always tempting. Unfortunately due to production delays some early 1961 corvettes were built with the same copper radiators that were used in the 1960 models. Paragon is a proud gm restoration parts licensee it appears javascript is disabled in your browser.

Used 1961 chevrolet corvettes for sale oodle classifieds. Finding your 1961 corvette parts has never been easier. Fantomworks returns to tell the stories of more classic cars and their return to perfection. Production date 01962the city chevrolet companybaltimore, dengine turns, ave never tried to startclear florida title says the car was redwas going to restomod, nstead built a 1961no convertible top or. Corvette 1961 c1 assembly instruction manual from mid. Description corvette temperature sending unit for 19581967. We would appreciate if you would take the time to rate the vendors of.

The statement mostly complete is never encouraging, but does that mean one should stay away from a mostly complete project. Finished in an ermine white with a desirable red leather interior. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Up for no reserve auction is a 1961 project corvette not running. The vette was his fathers pride and joy, and though. Hpe will offer up to 1,200 horsepower for the new midengine corvette with a specially designed twinturbo system that will include a specially built lt2 v8 engine with upgraded engine internals including forged aluminum pistons 10. The rightfront tire was noticeably out of alignment, which affected the handling and fuel economy. I wont complain too much, since i have a 1968 and am in luck, but it might be a. The corvette restoration began by rebuilding the front and rear suspensions, and then and replacing. This is the reason why carid strives to make it as easy, comfortable and affordable as possible for you to keep your 1961 chevy corvette in tip top shape.

We have already done all the body mounts and suspension as well as new wheel bearings and. Car was restored to show condition prior to damage shown. Aug 03, 2017 1961 chevrolet corvette c1 roadster restoration project. Well fully restore your corvette hardtop to ncrsbloomington gold standards. Learn the vehicle, engine, mechanical, and production specifications. If you look at our faq section, you will see a lot of information on the problems associated with replacement sending units. Corvette restoration c1 corvette performance expert.

It had a restoration done in the 80s but much was missed. You can browse the parts below, or use our search box on the left side of the page to find specific parts. We start with an original core, and the roofskin is completely separated from the. After each corvette is detailed and inspected mechanically and testdriven when possible, cosmetics are addressed and then the decision is made whether a corvette receives attention inolving interior, minor bodywork, or if some degree of restoration is needed. The other was a fuelinjected 1961 corvette, inherited a few years ago by chris wibbleman. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Glassworks offers hardtop repair kits so that you may repair your own 1961 1962 corvette hardtop. When the 1961 racing season began, corvette had proven. You may be able to tell the original color by examining the nooks and crannies in the trunk or behind the seats for signs of original paint.

Our 1961 corvette assembly instruction manual is an exact reprint of the assembly manuals used at the corvette assembly plant. On final test drive, restored 1961 corvette damaged in crash. The corvette also needed a frontend wheel alignment. It was introduced late in the 1953 model year, and produced through 1962. Like our upper and lower side door moldings and 1956 1961 c1 corvette fender lower moldings. Any corvette built from the models inception in 1953 can be properly overhauled and restored by following the guidelines, instructions and diagrams in these volumes. Pictures needed of 5962 package tray installation corvetteforum. This page will give you an overview of rated corvette parts or services vendors. While it is missing lots of parts, it appears to be solid and straight. Mikes been doing these searchandrescue missions since he was a teen. From side mirrors to emblems, trims, brackets and more, owning a corvette of this caliber is all about sweating the little details.

Older frameoff restoration that still shows very fresh. How to start your c2 corvette restoration free cheat sheet. The 1961 corvette was a first generation c1 corvette and was the first corvette to include the traditional four taillights rear design and exhaust exits below the body, and the first v8 with radiator expansion tanks. The 1961 corvette was the first to include aluminum radiators as standard equipment. The car features a completely new suspension, brand new corvette engine, dakota digital gauges, modern corvette factory wheels, and a completely restored original fiberglass corvette body. Offered for sale is this incredible classic 1961 corvette convertible by chevrolet. Corvette restoration shops finding the right shop for your. Corvette and restore it with the engineering and technology of today. Oer parts offers a wide selection of 1961 chevrolet corvette parts, including 1961 chevrolet corvette interior parts and soft trim, 1961 chevrolet corvette exterior sheet metal, 1961 chevrolet corvette moldings, 1961 chevrolet corvette emblems, 1961 chevrolet corvette weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. This is a reproduction of the gm sending unit used in 19581967. Hasnt had any servicing done since the early 1990s. Read more this 1961 corvette convertible is a driving work of art.

It has won many awards including the prestigious zora duntov mark of excellence award. This beautiful piece of history is getting some loving care from the dasilva motorsports crew. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1961 chevrolet impala parts, including 1961 chevrolet impala interior parts and soft trim, 1961 chevrolet impala exterior sheet metal, 1961 chevrolet impala moldings, 1961 chevrolet impala emblems, 1961 chevrolet impala weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. We partner with our clients to transform a vision for their car into reality. By 1960, corvette production reached 10,000 vehicles for the first time, and the option list continued to grow with six new colors available and an aluminum radiator option on the 270 and 290hp models. The 2014 c7 chevrolet corvette won the fiberglass follies by a front clip over prerace favorite, the 1990 zr1. Corvette restoration shops finding the right shop for. The 1961 corvette is literally a blank slate for whatever restoration you could dream up, while the 1962 corvette has the bones to become a stunning restomod. This is a gallery of a 1961 chevy corvette restoration by kisss auto body. We have been restoring classic cars since 1981 and have the experience to ensure that your job is done right. The iconic twotone look of the that c1 corvette needs to be accented perfectly. Unfortunately, the type of corvette used is not specified in the title or on the cover, and youd never guess, since on the cover theres a picture of a sting ray and a c4. Paul newman car creations turns this 1961 corvette into a big time. Trim parts strives to provide only the best restoration products on the market.

To save you time and money, we gathered 1961 chevy corvette auto body parts of the highest quality at economical prices all under one roof. Give us a call and take a few minutes to share your story. With less than 3k miles clocked since the restoration. Hennessey performance engineering hpe has executed big plans for the 2020 c8 corvette. Take this 1961 corvette, which the seller is advertising as being mostly complete. All options are listed, including prices and quantities shipped. Lares is proud to be the supplier of steering components to many of the finest auto parts stores across the country.