Legendary Motorcar Company Ltd.
8242 Fifth Line
Halton Hills, ON L7G 4S6
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1965 Chevrolet Corvette Cutaway Show Car - Featured At The 1964-1965 New York World's Fair The 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Cutaway Show Car represents one of the most extraordinary and historically significant Corvette display vehicles ever produced. One of only two known factory-built Corvette cutaway cars ever built, this remarkable example was originally produced as a fuel-injected Nassau Blue Corvette coupe, taken directly from the assembly line and subsequently transformed into a unique mechanical display for Chevrolet promotional events. Created to showcase the advanced engineering and mechanical features of the 1965 Corvette, this exceptional display was featured at the 1964–1965 New York World's Fair within General Motors' prestigious Futurama Pavilion. It was one of three major Chevrolet displays presented for the 1965 World's Fair, alongside the revolutionary Mako Shark II and a “cutaway” Mark IV 396-cu.in. engine. The Corvette was specifically designed to demonstrate the technological advancements that distinguished the 1965 Sting Ray, including its fully independent suspension, Rochester fuel injection, and the first-ever standard four-wheel disc brakes on a Corvette. During its transformation to a cutaway show car, the factory-original Nassau Blue body and striking white interior were retained and remain original, while the chassis, suspension, engine, and drivetrain were extensively modified to reveal the inner workings of the vehicle. Following its initial assembly, the car was systematically disassembled and transformed into an operational and fully functional mechanical exhibit. The frame was finished in yellow, suspension components in blue, and the engine and drivetrain in red, creating a visually striking presentation that allowed visitors to easily identify the various mechanical systems. Numerous sections of the engine, transmission, differential, exhaust, and braking systems were carefully cut away to expose their internal components. Clear plastic valve covers and the oil pan revealed the polished valvetrain and rotating crankshaft, while chrome-plated mechanical components further enhanced the display's presentation. What truly distinguishes this exceptional Corvette is its extensive mechanical functionality. Hidden electric motors operate the engine's internal components, including the crankshaft, valvetrain, cooling fan, flywheel, clutch assembly, transmission gears, driveshaft, and differential. The wheels rotate while articulating vertically to demonstrate the operation of the independent suspension. The entire body itself is mounted on an electrically operated lifting mechanism capable of raising it approximately 24 inches, providing an unobstructed view of the chassis and mechanical systems as they operate. A specially designed platform allows the wheels to rotate and move vertically, while a mirror beneath the chassis reveals the underside of the vehicle. Following its appearance at the World's Fair, this Corvette cutaway car toured Chevrolet dealerships and automotive shows throughout the United States. After its show duties ended, the Corvette was eventually placed into storage and forgotten for many years. The “Cutaway” Corvette was purchased by esteemed collector Mr. Al Wiessman, who was well known for having some of the finest and rarest cars in his collection. Under his ownership, the Corvette was gone through, leaving the body and interior original just as it had left the General Motors assembly line, but with the functioning mechanical and electrical systems completely gone through, making it fully operational once again just as it did when it was on display at the 1965 World's Fair. It would be impossible to count the thousands and thousands of people who have seen this car over the years, but for many it would be their first time encountering a Corvette. It would be the car that would create and instill the dreams of one day having a Corvette of their very own. Today, showing only 4 miles on the odometer, this extremely original car is the lowest-mileage Corvette of any C1, C2, C3 known to exist. Still wearing its original Nassau Blue paint and complete with its original white interior, this remarkable Corvette remains an exceptionally rare and absolutely fascinating piece of Chevrolet history. It represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire one of the most unique and historically significant Corvette display vehicles ever produced. -
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| Model: | Corvette |
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Company History Legendary Motorcar Company Ltd® first opened its doors in 1985 with a dream of restoring and trading in the finest and rarest of classic and performance cars. Legendary Motorcar soon began producing national show winning restorations and record sales. After three short years our facility had grown to 4000 sq. ft. and restorations and sales began to include all makes and models of muscle cars, always staying true to our goal of producing the best. By 1990 we expanded to 12,000 sq ft, and began selling European marques, including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes, Porsche and of course we continued to sell some of the rarest domestic models. In 2002 Legendary Motorcar Company Ltd. moved into its brand new 55,000 sq. ft. facility. The new Halton Hills location includes: 100 car showroom, fully equipped mechanical and assembly bays, downdraft spray booth and body shop, plus a conference center and is of course the location for the television series “Legendary Motorcar” on Discovery’s Velocity Channel. Each area of the restoration shop is staffed by skilled craftsmen with several 100 years of combined experience. All of this adds up to a complete, state-of-the-art facility for every aspect of your collector car needs from ground-up restorations, to service, appraisals, storage and an ever changing inventory of some of the world’s finest collector and investment cars for sale. After over 25 years in business we have grown to become the Nation’s #1 total collector and specialty car facility. Along with our own departments our facility is also home to the head office of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series.
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