1970 Chevrolet Corvette convertible frame-off restoration with numbers matching LS5 454 cu. in. Big Block rated at 390 hp, backed by a Muncie M-21 4-speed and 3.55:1 posi-traction gears. The mileage of 70,900 is believed to be original to the car, but less than 2,000 miles have been logged since its completion 15 years ago. Sale includes the original removable hardtop.
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- The build included a color change from the Monza Red to Daytona Yellow. All the body panels look to be in very good condition. The paint is a 2-stage urethane. The current owner added the factory style side exhausts and rear exhaust panels (original exhaust and cut outs are included) and repaired some of the gel-coat on the hood. Exact paint match.
- The soft top is in excellent condition with the color matching hardtop. There is a scratch on the top (see photo).
- The matching #’s 454 (T0609 CZU 70S412526) was treated to a complete professional rebuild by JB Automotive Machine in Baltimore, MD and included mild porting of the heads, align-honing of the block and the addition of a Howard’s hydraulic roller cam (duration .286/.298 and lift of .634/.634) with Comp Cams 1.72 Magnum roller rockers. Horsepower is estimated at 425. Original Rochester 4-barrel, cast iron intake, and “snorkel” air cleaner were retained.
- The period correct Muncie M-21 transmission (not numbers matching) was rebuilt along with a new clutch pack assembly.
- The interior was completely redone in the (403) black leather. This includes the carpeting, seats, dash pad, and gauges. All gauges function and the radio is an updated Bluetooth unit which fits in the stock location. Original radio is included.
- This Corvette was produced on June 17 (F17) with factory options of power steering, power windows, tinted windows, tilt and telescopic steering column.
- Present owner added new BF Goodrich radial T/A P255/60R/15’s, new power disc brake system including booster and lines, new battery, new front and rear bumpers, sill plates, outside mirrors, and heavy-duty aluminum radiator.
- The Corvette shows well, runs strong, and rides like a 1970 Corvette. No disappointments.
