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1044Q..1958 Corvette Convertible, 283-290 hp, fuel injected, 4 speed, numbers matching and the pinnacle of C1 performance, Inca Silver paint with Signet Red interior and Black soft top. Very rare color combination and one of 157 produced in the most stunning color combination Chevrolet ever envisioned and makes for one of the most beautiful cars to ever wear a crossed checkered flag emblem. Past ownership and restoration by world-class Corvette expert, Larry Gerig, with amazing scores at Bloomington Gold and NCRS chapter, regional and national meets. NCRS Top Flight 99.7% in 2009, NCRS Top Flight 99.9% in April 2015, NCRS Top Flight regional 97.8% in September 2015, NCRS Regional Performance Verification in April 2016 and the national prestigious NCRS Duntov Mark of Excellence award on July 21st, 2016. Also Bloomington Gold certified twice, June 26th, 2009 only losing 50 points of 7,705 with a score of 99.4% and June 26th, 2015 only losing 40 points of 7,705 with a score of 99.5%. These type restorations normally cost between $100,000.00 to $150,000.00. The expenses involved in obtaining these awards could surely exceed $20,000.00. Quote from Bloomington Gold owner and certification director, Guy Larson, "That 40 or 50 point loss is impressive... actually amazing!!" This is VIN 8480 and a late production car born/built July 15th, 1958. Optioned with T-10 transmission, Wonderbar radio, fuel injection, off road exhaust, windshield washers, heater, hubcaps, and 6.70x15" wide white tires. Also has a gray custom fit car cover. Most all factory correct type components including the spare, jack, jack tools, trunk mat, trunk liner, rebound straps, spiral shocks, seat belts, washer system, shifter, shielding, air cleaner, generator, distributor, spark plug shields, hoses, hose clamps, window glass, valve covers, F.I. unit, F.I. fuel filter, oil cap, radiator cap, gas cap, guide Y-50 mirror, washboard hood, trunk irons, owners manual, sales brochure, and T-3 headlights. Documented with the NCRS Confirmation of Existence of Judging Awards, NCRS certificates/judging sheets, Bloomington Gold certificates/judging sheets, restoration receipts (Tim Mickey's Car Barn) and three large 3-ring binders. This Corvette was part Larry Gerig's collection of 1958 fuelie Corvettes when he had one of every color produced All Eight! Looks, runs, and drives excellent and it doesn't get much better than this if you're looking for an impressive early Corvette. Oh Baby... Oh Baby!! CC:1 SOLD
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