1970 Chevrolet Corvette C3 – Chrome-Bumper T-Top Coupe

This 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is a chrome-bumper C3 you can drive today and improve over time. It has already received thousands of dollars in recent mechanical work. Power comes from what is believed to be its original 350ci, 300-horsepower V8, paired with an automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. It’s finished in Red Metallic over black leather buckets, with removable T-tops and factory Rally wheels on new Mickey Thompson raised white-letter tires. Mechanically, it’s a sound, strong-running cruiser, and the cosmetic items that still need attention are listed clearly below.

Engine & Transmission

350 cubic-inch, 300-horsepower V8, believed to be original to the car, with the smooth, torquey small-block character that defines the chrome-bumper Corvette experience
Automatic transmission with a complete service: new gaskets, filter, hoses, and cooler lines for relaxed, dependable cruising
New radiator, water pump, and thermostat to keep temperatures in check on warm-weather drives
New fuel pump, a cleaned and rebuilt carburetor, a flushed fuel system, and added heat shielding
New spark plugs, wires, and wire looms, plus replaced ignition system components for strong, consistent spark
New PCV system components
Starts, runs, and drives very well, so you can enjoy it right away

Exterior

Red Metallic finish that presents well from a distance and shows imperfections consistent with a driver-quality car
Gleaming chrome front and rear bumpers, a signature of the early C3 years collectors prize
Removable T-tops that deliver open-air driving with the security of a coupe
Factory Rally wheels wearing brand-new Mickey Thompson Sportsman S/T raised white-letter tires for an aggressive, period-correct stance
Aftermarket fiberglass hood with scoop, fitted and adjusted, with a new hood prop and hood release cable. It doesn’t match the body finish, and the original factory hood is included so you can repair and refinish it.
New headlight bulbs, tail lamps, and reverse lamps
Fender clearance modified
Side marker lenses are missing, as shown, and will need replacement

Interior

Black leather bucket seats in very good condition, with no rips or tears
Driver-focused C3 cockpit with the classic wraparound feel that makes every drive an occasion
Coolant and pressure gauges repaired
Wiper switch and actuator boot repaired
Horn repaired and working
Tachometer and radio are inoperative and will need attention

Suspension & Chassis

Power steering pump, control valve, and hoses replaced for easy, confident handling
Complete brake service with new front and rear calipers, pads, and brake hoses for reassuring stopping power
Front wheel hubs and rotors replaced
Rear suspension rebuilt, restoring composed road manners
Front-end alignment and caster adjustment performed
Emergency brake repaired
New tires mounted and balanced
Stops very well and is considered mechanically sound

Additional Info

1970 opened a new decade for America’s Sports Car and is widely regarded as one of the most desirable years of the C3 generation
A short model year makes 1970 one of the lowest-production years of the C3 era, adding to its collector appeal
Substantial mechanical work completed over the past year, so the heavy lifting is already done
Included with the sale: the original factory hood, a full-size Mickey Thompson spare tire, a brand-new tire carrier (not yet installed), and a car cover
Sold by the family of the deceased owner, with a Massachusetts title in the deceased’s name and the Executor and Power of Attorney documentation needed to complete the transaction

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