Speedbroker have the pleasure to offer this true icon of classic American motoring, an early 1954 Corvette C1, having had a pampered and interesting history and being offered in almost completely original condition. We are confident this car represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire an unrestored example of arguably one of the best looking cars in automotive history, a true testament to its previous keepers.

• Year: 1954
• Make: Chevrolet
• Model: Corvette C1
• Registration: 467 UYU
• Chassis No: E54S003647
• Engine No: 0781471F54YG
• Mileage : 34401
• As a response to the European offerings from the likes of Jaguar and Alfa Romeo, The US car designer, Harley J. Earl, pitched to General Motors the need for a 2 seater sports car offering to the US market. In 1951, Earl and the ‘Special Projects’ team designed, built and conceived the 'Opel'. Unveiled to the public at the Motorama car show, the project then found the name that kickstarted over 70 years of a true icon.. THE corvette (the name of which was inspired by the small, maneuverable fighting frigate).
• The hand built, fibreglass bodies (revolutionary at the time), started production in Flint, Michigan for lightness, but also due to depletion of steel after the Korean War.
• The car utilises the 'Blue Flame' inline six-cylinder truck engine - proven to be robust and reliable, coupled to a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission and drum brakes all round

Key features

• 1954 Corvette C1
• 34,434 miles (believed to be genuine based on condition and knowledge of its history)
• Previously part of museum in Florida and brought to the Uk by its current custodian
• Beautiful and classic combination of Polo White exterior paintwork believed to be largely original
• Al Knoch Sportsman red interior in beautiful order, carpets and dashboard also in fine fettle
• Model designation 2934
• Fitted with the correct specification of the ‘Blue Flame’ engine with three single-barrel Carter side-draft carburettors
• ‘Powerglide’ automatic transmission
• The chassis/VIN number E54S004574 may be broken down to identify the following; the E denoting that this is an early 6-cylinder engined Corvette, 54 denoting 1954 as the year of manufacture, the S denoting the final assembly plant at St. Louis and the final numbers, 003647, denoting the production number.
• Recently set up with recent mechanical works by Restomods US classic car specialist in Kent
• The coachwork finish, chrome and interior are excellent largely original condition
• Original spare wheel and jack
• Removable side screens.
• Gauges all appear to work correctly.
• Whitewall tyres in date
• Supplied with a V5C registration document together with a history file

In summary, 467 UYU presents as an untouched, rarely available unicorn unrestored and in solid condition throughout. The bodywork has some small signs of wear and tear, small chips and some light fibreglass stretch in certain parts but overall incredible order. The interior is free from rips and tears and the upholstery and carpets are beautiful for their age. The hood is intact, with no rips, the vehicle even has the original spare wheel, gauges and dash all working and without any damage. As with everything, condition is subjective, please feel free to conduct your own inspection to your satisfaction

** NOTE : OUR VENDOR IS OPEN TO NEGOTIATION, PX AND EXCHANGE

PRICE : £74,995

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