73 Convertible- Recent Body off, 450HP custom 383
06-15-2015, 06:43 AM
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73 Convertible- Recent Body off, 450HP custom 383
Sold! Thank you everyone for your interest and the nice comments.
Last edited by Deron; 08-09-2015 at 09:21 AM. Reason: Added more details
06-22-2015, 07:38 PM
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Thank you!
The Blue 73 was my dream build! Just the perfect car. Great options, a clean chassis, my favorite color combo and amazing Power!!! Unfortunately it's not something my wife enjoys driving in and would like one she can drive herself. So It's up for sale and we will be looking for a C6.
The Blue 73 was my dream build! Just the perfect car. Great options, a clean chassis, my favorite color combo and amazing Power!!! Unfortunately it's not something my wife enjoys driving in and would like one she can drive herself. So It's up for sale and we will be looking for a C6.
06-29-2015, 09:38 PM
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Located in Manahawkin, NJ
1973 Corvette convertible body off restoration completed Last Summer that had began in fall of 09. Currently only 700 miles on the car since the restoration.
383 Stoker custom built with Aluminum heads, Roller cam, intake and big cam estimated around 450HP( I will post the build specks in the next few days )
Unbelievable power, Sounds amazing and so much fun to drive
Holly 750 CFM Double pumper carb with mechanical secondaries
MSD Pro Billet Tach drive distributor, Msd Igntion box and coil
Dewit’s Aluminum radiator with dual electric fans - Keeps engine extremely cool even in 95 degree heat!
Hooker Competition headers 1-7/8 tube to 3” collectors and Alen’s chambered exhaust
4-speed M-20
L-88 Hood for engine clearance ( I still have the original hood as well painted when the car was painted)
The car started life as a loaded L-82, auto, A/C, PS, PB, PW, Tilt tele, Shoulder belts, Axillary hard top
Original Dark Blue code 927 paint and Midnight blue interior.
77,000 original miles
Built on July 23rd 1973, very late production
The car was last registered in 1994 and been off the road since.
The previous owner bought the car in 1993, put 20,000 miles on it driving it out to California for school, using it there and driving it back. It went into storage that next year.
New Base coat clear coat paint job with over 100 hours into the body work done by a professional Corvette's only restoration shop in South Jersey.
Painted off the body.
New white soft top by: Al Knock, professionally installed with dealer tag. The top frame was media blasted and repainted. It looks perfect!!!
The frame and birdcage are completely rust free and solid.
The frame was nearly perfect when the body was removed. Very clean with no scale what so ever. The rear body mounts only areas that needed repair and it was very minor.
The frame was then professionally welded along all of the seams for added strength.
Frame and all components were done body off, professionally media blasted and powder coated.
Everything in and on the car has been Rebuilt or replaced!!!
New brake and fuel lines
New fuel tank
All steering and suspension components were replaced or rebuilt. New heavy duty springs and shocks, Delco shock absorbers , New hardware, Moog heavy duty ball joints, tie rod ends.
Power steering valve, pump, hoses and steering box. New stainless Brake calipers, rotors, bearings, brake lines, master cylinder and booster replaced.
Transmission, and rear differential rebuilt and serviced. New Heavy duty Spicer u joints .
Rebuilt Trailing arms.
All new engine and headlight wiring harness.
All new headlight vacuum hardware, and lines.
Rechromed original rear bumpers and chrome.
New emblems and door handles. ( the good USA made stuff, not cheap imported crap)
Truflex front bumper.
Interior redone. Carpet, door panels, console ect. BY Corvette America
New seat covers and foam by Al Knock
Reproduction GM seatbelts with logo's
New GM restoration parts gauges in center gauge cluster.
Custom radio that fits factory bezel with modern Ipod, USB and CD changer hookups.
There Is a lot of information I’m sure I’m missing so please ask as many questions as you can think of. I have spent close to $50,000 completing this car. You can’t build one for less than I’m asking. must see. Truly an amazing and fun car to drive.
The only reason I am selling the car is to buy a newer C6 that both my Wife and I can share and make long trips in.
The car is located in Manahawkin, NJ 08050.
I am asking $30,000. You can contact me at deron2137@yahoo.com or my cell 609-618-0051
1973 Corvette convertible body off restoration completed Last Summer that had began in fall of 09. Currently only 700 miles on the car since the restoration.
383 Stoker custom built with Aluminum heads, Roller cam, intake and big cam estimated around 450HP( I will post the build specks in the next few days )
Unbelievable power, Sounds amazing and so much fun to drive
Holly 750 CFM Double pumper carb with mechanical secondaries
MSD Pro Billet Tach drive distributor, Msd Igntion box and coil
Dewit’s Aluminum radiator with dual electric fans - Keeps engine extremely cool even in 95 degree heat!
Hooker Competition headers 1-7/8 tube to 3” collectors and Alen’s chambered exhaust
4-speed M-20
L-88 Hood for engine clearance ( I still have the original hood as well painted when the car was painted)
The car started life as a loaded L-82, auto, A/C, PS, PB, PW, Tilt tele, Shoulder belts, Axillary hard top
Original Dark Blue code 927 paint and Midnight blue interior.
77,000 original miles
Built on July 23rd 1973, very late production
The car was last registered in 1994 and been off the road since.
The previous owner bought the car in 1993, put 20,000 miles on it driving it out to California for school, using it there and driving it back. It went into storage that next year.
New Base coat clear coat paint job with over 100 hours into the body work done by a professional Corvette's only restoration shop in South Jersey.
Painted off the body.
New white soft top by: Al Knock, professionally installed with dealer tag. The top frame was media blasted and repainted. It looks perfect!!!
The frame and birdcage are completely rust free and solid.
The frame was nearly perfect when the body was removed. Very clean with no scale what so ever. The rear body mounts only areas that needed repair and it was very minor.
The frame was then professionally welded along all of the seams for added strength.
Frame and all components were done body off, professionally media blasted and powder coated.
Everything in and on the car has been Rebuilt or replaced!!!
New brake and fuel lines
New fuel tank
All steering and suspension components were replaced or rebuilt. New heavy duty springs and shocks, Delco shock absorbers , New hardware, Moog heavy duty ball joints, tie rod ends.
Power steering valve, pump, hoses and steering box. New stainless Brake calipers, rotors, bearings, brake lines, master cylinder and booster replaced.
Transmission, and rear differential rebuilt and serviced. New Heavy duty Spicer u joints .
Rebuilt Trailing arms.
All new engine and headlight wiring harness.
All new headlight vacuum hardware, and lines.
Rechromed original rear bumpers and chrome.
New emblems and door handles. ( the good USA made stuff, not cheap imported crap)
Truflex front bumper.
Interior redone. Carpet, door panels, console ect. BY Corvette America
New seat covers and foam by Al Knock
Reproduction GM seatbelts with logo's
New GM restoration parts gauges in center gauge cluster.
Custom radio that fits factory bezel with modern Ipod, USB and CD changer hookups.
There Is a lot of information I’m sure I’m missing so please ask as many questions as you can think of. I have spent close to $50,000 completing this car. You can’t build one for less than I’m asking. must see. Truly an amazing and fun car to drive.
The only reason I am selling the car is to buy a newer C6 that both my Wife and I can share and make long trips in.
The car is located in Manahawkin, NJ 08050.
I am asking $30,000. You can contact me at deron2137@yahoo.com or my cell 609-618-0051
07-04-2015, 08:24 PM
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email sent ……………..
Dave
Dave
07-12-2015, 07:52 AM
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Burning Brakes
Best of luck with the sale. The resto photos are great. The car looks awesome. I wish you the best of luck with the sale and will be watching closely to see what you get for it. (I have a 73 as well)
07-14-2015, 10:27 AM
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Burning Brakes
That may be the best looking 73 I've ever seen. I used to have a red on red 73 vert that I loved. Your car should sell quickly, the level of restoration is top notch in every way.
07-14-2015, 10:45 AM
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Burning Brakes
Add me to the list of people drooling over this vert.... 
You mention that it started life with A/C - does it still have it? And does it still have the hardtop?
Thanks!
You mention that it started life with A/C - does it still have it? And does it still have the hardtop?
Thanks!
07-21-2015, 06:00 AM
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I appreciate the nice comments everyone. Thanks!
Yes, The car did start life with factory A/c. The original heaterbox is still there but no compressor or condenser. If someone wanted to put it back it could be done. I never had any interest in doing so. The car only gets driven with the top down.
The hard top was painted when the car was done. It needs a new headliner and the weatherstripping to be used. I also didn't see myself ever using it so it was never done.
Yes, The car did start life with factory A/c. The original heaterbox is still there but no compressor or condenser. If someone wanted to put it back it could be done. I never had any interest in doing so. The car only gets driven with the top down.
The hard top was painted when the car was done. It needs a new headliner and the weatherstripping to be used. I also didn't see myself ever using it so it was never done.
08-09-2015, 05:07 PM
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Burning Brakes
Does this take you out of the C3 game forever?
Rickman
08-11-2015, 07:10 AM
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Thank you! Jet stream blue is one of my favorites! No, I'm sure this one won't be my last C3. I've wanted a 68 for the longest time so when I get the itch again that's what I will be looking for.