283ci OHV V8 Engine Rochester Mechanical Fuel Injection 283bhp at 6,200rpm 3-Speed Manual Transmission Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes *Top specification 'Fuelie' Corvette *Classic Harley Earl open-top styling *Correct early 3-speed transmission *Retained by the original owner for 37 years THE 1957 CORVETTE 'FUELIE' Chevrolet's introduction of optional fuel-injection for the 1957 season was first tested as a solution to gas 'sloshing' of carbureted cars under race conditions at Sebring in 1956. Retrospectively it is amazing to think that Chevrolet was able to offer this, more than a decade before this would be the norm for most other cars. All at once, the term 'Fuelie' was born. In 1957, 6,339 Corvettes were produced, but only 714 were ordered with the 579B option box ticked for the $484.20 Ramjet fuel injected V8 that delivered one horsepower for every cubic inch of engine capacity. It's little wonder so few were ordered given that a base Corvette retailed for $3,176.32. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This striking Venetian Red 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Injected Roadster is a great example of Chevrolet's iconic C1 Corvette. After 37 years with its original owner, this Corvette was sold back to its original dealership and restored by Harry Marx Chevrolet in Gilroy, California. After the completion of its restoration in 1996, this rare Corvette was proudly displayed at the dealership until 2004, at which point it was sold to a collector in Laredo, Texas, before being acquired by the most recent owner in 2009. Equipped with a matching red hardtop, red interior and white side scallops, this eye-catching Corvette is in lovely condition, and is believed to have covered fewer than 100 miles since the restoration. The paintwork is very good and the brightwork is still very lustrous, if slightly mellowed. The interior is very nice, with correct materials and patterns, and shows minimal use. This classic Roadster is fitted with the top-specification fuel-injected 283ci/283HP V8 mated to a three-speed manual transmission; a desirable and sporting combination. Included in the sale is an operation manual and an old original black California license plate. Ready for concours judging or participation in vintage rallies, this sporting Corvette deserves serious consideration.
283ci OHV V8 Engine Rochester Mechanical Fuel Injection 283bhp at 6,200rpm 3-Speed Manual Transmission Independent Front Suspension - Live Rear Axle 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes *Top specification 'Fuelie' Corvette *Classic Harley Earl open-top styling *Correct early 3-speed transmission *Retained by the original owner for 37 years THE 1957 CORVETTE 'FUELIE' Chevrolet's introduction of optional fuel-injection for the 1957 season was first tested as a solution to gas 'sloshing' of carbureted cars under race conditions at Sebring in 1956. Retrospectively it is amazing to think that Chevrolet was able to offer this, more than a decade before this would be the norm for most other cars. All at once, the term 'Fuelie' was born. In 1957, 6,339 Corvettes were produced, but only 714 were ordered with the 579B option box ticked for the $484.20 Ramjet fuel injected V8 that delivered one horsepower for every cubic inch of engine capacity. It's little wonder so few were ordered given that a base Corvette retailed for $3,176.32. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This striking Venetian Red 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Injected Roadster is a great example of Chevrolet's iconic C1 Corvette. After 37 years with its original owner, this Corvette was sold back to its original dealership and restored by Harry Marx Chevrolet in Gilroy, California. After the completion of its restoration in 1996, this rare Corvette was proudly displayed at the dealership until 2004, at which point it was sold to a collector in Laredo, Texas, before being acquired by the most recent owner in 2009. Equipped with a matching red hardtop, red interior and white side scallops, this eye-catching Corvette is in lovely condition, and is believed to have covered fewer than 100 miles since the restoration. The paintwork is very good and the brightwork is still very lustrous, if slightly mellowed. The interior is very nice, with correct materials and patterns, and shows minimal use. This classic Roadster is fitted with the top-specification fuel-injected 283ci/283HP V8 mated to a three-speed manual transmission; a desirable and sporting combination. Included in the sale is an operation manual and an old original black California license plate. Ready for concours judging or participation in vintage rallies, this sporting Corvette deserves serious consideration.
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