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Old 09-05-2020, 08:56 PM
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Default 1961 Corvette Frame Off Restoration

Car has sold! This Beautiful 1961 Corvette received a frame off restoration in 2016. Priced at $64,900 and will not disappoint you! Every car has a story. This 1961 Corvette was purchased new by a Florida couple, Anne and Harold. Her daughter, Connie, remembered being taken for rides in the Corvette by her Mother, along with her brother, Ronnie, when they were little. When Anne past away, she left her beloved Corvette to her daughter, who resided in Augusta, Georgia. Anne commenced a frame off restoration of the Corvette, and titled it in Georgia, showing a purchase date of October 6, 2014. Sadly, Anne past away in May, 2015, leaving the Corvette to her daughter, April. The family completed the restoration, and sold the car to a Pennsylvania Specialty Corvette Dealer. The Corvette was titled in Pennsylvania on October, 8, 2015. I purchased the Corvette from that dealer in late October, 2015. Therefore, I am the second owner since the original family ownership, except for the dealer. Restoration added Vintage Air conditioning, Steeroids Rack & Pinion power steering, front disc brakes, and a new Wonderbar Radio by Antique Automobile Radios. It has its original 283 c.i.d./230 h.p. motor, a T-10 4 speed installed during my ownership in 2017, replacing the original Powerglide automatic. It has the correct original factory style shifter. Everything works except interior lights! Even the clock! I had the smaller diameter steering wheel installed, since it has power steering, but still have the original steering wheel. I do have pictures of the restoration for those who have interest in them. This Corvette is a dream to drive with it's 4 speed transmission and throaty dual exhaust! You will not be disappointed! Be sure to scroll down and click on the video for a walk around tour, and for a short drive, in this gorgeous Red on Red 1961 Corvette!



































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Those are nice upgrades that you made. Those would have a lot of appeal to a prospective buyer.
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Thank Dan! Did you play for the Chicago Bears in the 1985 Superbowl?
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Beautiful Vette.

GLWS.

P.S. What lift do you have?
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Very Nice! GLWS!
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Thank you! Lift made by All American Lifts in Kansas. Sadly, they went out of business during the recession of 2008. 4 post lifts with dual ramps.
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This sir is how to sell a Corvette. Very nice video, watches all of it, it keeps your interest to see what is next. Best for your sale, GREAT VIDEO.
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Originally Posted by Thunder80
This sir is how to sell a Corvette. Very nice video, watches all of it, it keeps your interest to see what is next. Best for your sale, GREAT VIDEO.
Thank you! The video was produced by my good friend jagamajajaran and you can find him here on the forum. He also took all of the pictures. He is an awesome and talented friend and a huge Corvette hobbyist! Appreciate the kind comments!
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It looks great. Stock look with mods to make it fun to drive. 👍
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Originally Posted by z06inVB
It looks great. Stock look with mods to make it fun to drive. 👍
Thank you! Yes, it is fun to drive!
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Bump for a beautiful '61. Like Thunder80 said, this is the way to present a great vehicle! Even temps and old C1 lover like me. Good luck - absolutely beautiful!
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Originally Posted by kvmontgomery
Thank Dan! Did you play for the Chicago Bears in the 1985 Superbowl?
Only a spectator. At 5'7" and 135 lbs., I wouldn't "make weight" to qualify as the water boy. On the other hand, Super Bowl Dan has had thirteen knee operations (at last count). My knees allow me to play tennis three times a week. I sacrificed fame and wealth for mobility.....
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Originally Posted by CaptainVideo
Bump for a beautiful '61. Like Thunder80 said, this is the way to present a great vehicle! Even temps and old C1 lover like me. Good luck - absolutely beautiful!
Thank you! Car just sold!
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Originally Posted by kvmontgomery
Thank you! Car just sold!
Congrats!
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Originally Posted by jagamajajaran
Congrats!
Thanks for your help, pics, and awesome video jagamajajaran!
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Originally Posted by kvmontgomery
Thanks for your help, pics, and awesome video jagamajajaran!
You're welcome, and thanks for your hospitality when I'm in town!
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