Chevrolet Corvette C1 - Black Leather - 1962

• Iconic vehicle from the 1960s

• V8 with manual gearbox, desired configuration

• No rust spots

• Very good general condition

Our Chevrolet Corvette C1, introduced in 1962, now shows 24,000 miles. Since its vintage odometer contains only 5 digits, it is impossible for us to guarantee this mileage. Originally from the United States, it has been registered in France for several years and changed ownership on January 15, 2021.

Presented in the exterior color Red, combined with a Black leather interior, this Corvette offers a presentation faithful to the spirit of the last-generation C1 models. The body has some minor visible defects, while the cabin is in good overall condition, with the driver and passenger seats redone about two years ago. The instrumentation is operating normally.

Equipped with a 300-horsepower V8 coupled to a manual gearbox, this C1 perfectly represents the American experience of the sixties: an engine full of character, a raw drive and a timeless line. The mechanics work very well, no costs are to be expected.

No documented maintenance history is available, but the copy has benefited from rigorous maintenance by its owner, a regular and serious follow-up over the last 13 years.

The consumables are in good condition, consistent with the moderate use of the vehicle.

This Corvette C1 has two keys, its technical inspection, the certificate of administrative situation, a restoration file and a Carvertical report.

With its very good condition, its maintenance by a passionate person and its timeless charm, this Corvette C1 represents a rare opportunity to acquire an American icon in a sought-after configuration and ready to enjoy the road.

The Chevrolet Corvette C1, in this red configuration with a black interior, recalls the age when the American sports car was still looking for its way while laying a lasting foundation. Appearing in the mid-1950s, the first generation evolved rapidly: the arrival of the 300-horsepower V8 and the manual gearbox transformed the initial project into a genuine performance-oriented machine, far from the simple roadster of the beginnings.

The fibreglass body, a daring solution for the time, gave the C1 an instantly recognisable silhouette. The lines remain simple, almost naive in some aspects, with these wings designed as a nod to aeronautical forms and these integrated headlights that still betray the stylistic optimism of the early sixties. The contrast between the red paint and the black interior adds a more serious dimension to the whole, less “Detroit lounge”, more sporty in intent.

Inside, the ambiance is raw. The large steering wheel, the separate counters, and the low driving position require constant involvement. The manual gearbox sets its pace and reminds us that, despite its almost decorative appearance, the C1 requires careful driving.

This first-generation Corvette marks a time when America is refining its vision of the sporty roadster. A mixture of progressive techniques, period aesthetics and V8 mechanics that began what Corvette DNA would become.