This 1973 Corvette Stingray Coupe features engine and suspension upgrades, a five-speed manual transmission, air conditioning, and new brake system parts. “She’s also a head turner at car shows and has won ‘Best in Class,’ and numerous other trophies, plaques, and ribbons,” the seller notes. “The car was repainted three years ago in her original Corvette Yellow Metallic—a one-year-only color. It looks similar to Warbonnet Yellow but is a little darker and has very fine metallic flakes. In the sunlight or under the bright lights of an indoor car show, she sparkles.”
He adds, “With the five-speed and the 3.36:1 rear gear, she can keep the rpm down. At 70 mph she gets good gas mileage. She cruises at 80 mph at 2,250 rpm. This is not a ‘burn the tires to the ground car.’ It’s a cruiser,” he explains.
- The speedometer and odometer were replaced, so actual vehicle mileage is not known.
- J in the fifth position of the VIN denotes the 190-horsepower, 350-cu.in. OHV V8.
- The seller states that the engine is original to the car.
- An Edelbrock carb and aluminum intake manifold were installed
- An MSD ignition and a 150-amp alternator were added.
- So too, were headers and side pipes.
- A clutch fan is on the engine.
- Electric fans were added to a Be-Cool aluminum radiator, he says.
- A Tremec five-speed manual transmission was swapped in.
- The clutch was changed during the five-speed installation and is “a street-tension unit,” he notes.
- There was a crack in the left front fender, but it was replaced.
- The front bumper is fiberglass.
- Several exterior parts were removed to prep the car for a basecoat/clearcoat repaint.
- The code-953 Corvette Yellow Metallic is “show quality with very few minor rock chips,” he adds.
- A local shop chromed the rear deck vent grilles and gas cap “to add a little bling,” he notes.
- The black vinyl interior and carpet are in good condition with normal wear.
- The steering column was reconditioned.
- All of the gauges were replaced with white-faced AutoMeter indicators.
- Simpson five-point shoulder harnesses and a Pioneer stereo were installed.
- So too, were aftermarket pedal covers, floormats, cupholders, and shifter ball.
- Rally springs were part of the front suspension upgrades, the seller says.
- The rear suspension is now fully adjustable and has a composite rear spring, he adds.
- A rear anti-roll bar was bolted in.
- Bilstein shocks are now at all four corners.
- The four-piston disc brake calipers and rotors were replaced, and the latter are now slotted.
- A new master cylinder was also installed.
- Stock 15×8 steel Rally wheels ride on BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires.
- The original four-speed manual transmission comes with the car.
- No needs were listed for this vehicle.
- This Corvette is painted Corvette Yellow Metallic, a one-year-only color.
- It was repainted three years ago in its original color but using a modern basecoat/clearcoat system.
- Performance upgrades were made to the engine.
- The 350 is said by the seller to be original to the car.
- A five-speed manual transmission was installed.
- The suspension was modified to improve handling.
- The power four-wheel disc brakes received new parts.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean Louisiana title in his name. This 1973 Corvette Stingray Coupe appears ready for both shows and spirited driving.