1959 Chevrolet Corvette 283/270
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1959 Chevrolet Corvette 283/270 Cold Start Video
Description
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By 1959, Chevrolet’s flagship Corvette had evolved into a truly world-class sports car. New design leader Bill Mitchell cleaned up the excesses of the 1958 Corvette, removing the faux hood louvers and large chrome “spears” from the trunk lid. However, the best features remained, and on this Corvette that includes the powerful yet tractable 283 cu-in, 270 horsepower V8 engine featuring dual Carter four-barrel carburetors, a $182.00 option. Power flows through the smooth, fully synchromesh four-speed manual transmission, a $188.30 option. The interior seats were updated that year, with Road & Track calling them “now among the most comfortable seats in any car, sports or otherwise.” Passengers also appreciated the new “grab rail” to hold on to, and with zero-to-60 mph in around seven seconds and a performance-tuned suspension, it got good use. Built in June 1959, this Corvette is trimmed in elegant and optional Tuxedo Black paint with Inca Silver coves and white soft top. It is believed to be an older restoration but is well presented, especially since the interior was recently updated from black to striking red vinyl. The engine is period-correct and possibly original. As Chevrolet said of the 1959 Corvette: “You’ll discover the fine art of sports car driving.”
Highlights
283 cu-in 270 hp V8 engine (RPO 469C) featuring dual four-barrel Carter carburetors
Its engine is period correct and possibly original
Four-speed synchromesh manual transmission (RPO 685)
Optional Tuxedo Black paint with optional Inca Silver coves and white soft top
Red vinyl bucket seat interior recently recovered
Whitewall tires with correct vented chrome wheel covers
Standard options include a heater, backup lights, courtesy lights, parking brake alarm, and windshield washer
The chassis number (J59S108583) of this 1959 Chevrolet Corvette decodes as:
J – Corvette
59 – 1959
S – St. Louis Assembly Plant
108583 - Production Sequence (produced June 1959)
The engine serial number (F04I2CU) decodes as:
F – Flint, Michigan Plant
04I2 – April 12th
CU – 283 cu-in / 270 horsepower engine for a manual transmission
Revised exterior styling for 1959 eliminated the excessive trim of the 1958 model
This 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is offered with 40,220 miles; however, the true mileage is unknown
Features
Fiberglass reinforced plastic body with sculptured side panels
Box-girder, X-member reinforced frame
Independent coil spring front suspension with stabilizer bar
Outrigger-mounted semi-elliptic rear springs
Direct double-acting shock absorbers
16.4 gallon fuel tank
Vented chrome wheel covers with simulated knock-off hubs
Cowl ventilator
Chrome windshield frame
Dual exhaust ports in rear bumpers
Crank-operated windows
Vinyl-covered instrument panel crown and doors
“Competition-type” steering wheel
Dual electric windshield wipers
Updated cassette stereo
Known Imperfections
Mild pitting of the windshield frame
Delamination of the windshield around the frame
Damaged passenger inner door panel metal trim
Minor scuffs and surface rust on interior and engine compartment metal components
Ownership History
Built June 1959, this Corvette is reported to be an older restoration that was acquired by the consignor in April 2017. Under their ownership the interior was recently updated from black to red vinyl and has received an in-house mechanical check, fluid flush, and oil service in preparation for the sale.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.
Contact: Mario Walker Phone: 786.613.9761 email: mwalker@hagerty.com
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