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Description
$49k USD
Restored RHD 1981 Corvette C3 Convertible V8. Auto.
- Big money has been spent on this older Restoration (2010) of this Unique Corvette.
- VIN: 05046309. Immaculate inside and out.
- In 2010, a perfect Right Hand Drive Conversion Professionally done by well known“Corvette Clinic” in Melbourne by Peter Whiston and so was the Conversion from Targa to Convertible. Perfect job.
(Extremely expensive to do RHD Conversion these days. $40,000 plus)
- Corvette Clinic RHD Conversion Badged with Serial number: 435-6245
- 2010, Professionally painted in the Indy Pace Car colours of 1978.
- 2011, Brand New 350 Chev V8 Engine from USA was Professionally fitted in Adelaide by Roger Simpson Mechanics. (Engine Number was recorded and changed by Vic Roads in 2011. Therefore, this is a Matching Numbers vehicle.
- 350 Chev V8 in great condition with great Performance. Zero oil leaks, bone dry underneath.
- Only 15,000kms on new matching numbers 350 Chev V8 Engine. Only 62,000kms on Clock.
- Plenty of Power from the 350 Chev V8.
- Turbo 400 Auto Gearbox in perfect condition
- Smooth well timed gear changes.
- Manual Watertight Roof in perfect condition. Easy to put up and down in 15 seconds. Clear back window.
- Zero rust. Fibreglass body.
- Factory Power Steering.
- Factory Power Windows.
- Interior was Restored with the rest of the car.
- Seats are super comfortable. Even my wife likes riding in this Vette. (Rare!).
- Interior in great condition, no rips, no cracks. Dash is perfect.
- Adjustable Steering wheel.
- Brand New Roadworthy.
- Brand New Full Service. New Oils, Coolant, Power Steering oil, etc.
- Brand New Extractors with Sports Exhaust with amazing Old School V8 Sound.
- Brand New Super Large Alloy Radiator and new complete Cooling system. (always runs cool even on very hot days).
- Brand New Brake Callipers and brake pads all-round.
- Brand New Electric Window Motors installed.
- Brand New Door rubbers all-round.
- Brand New Air Filter including new Chrome cover.
- Brand New Headlights.
- Brand New Wipers.
- Brand New Battery isolator.
- Brand New Tyres all-round with genuine Whitewalls.
- Battery is perfect.
- Starts first go always. Super reliable.
- Runs cool even on hot days.
- No rattles, no squeaks. All you hear is the V8 and the Radio.
- Great handling car with comfortable suspension.
- Great daily drive and Rare Classic Collectors Car.
- All gauges work, everything works!!
- Drives like a Brand New Corvette.
You won’t find another Corvette like this again. Looks amazing, runs beautifully.
Call Rob 610412 165 916.
Five Dock NSW 2046.
1981 C3 Corvette Review: “The 1981 Corvette offers a unique blend of classic Corvette styling with early technology integration. It's a car that can be enjoyed as a reliable driver, especially for those who appreciate its place in automotive history and its distinctive design. While it may not offer the top performance of later Corvettes, it provides plenty of power and a unique driving experience and a connection to a specific era in automotive evolution.”
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