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From the movie 'Mr. Wonderful'
1959 CORVETTE ROADSTER
Chassis No. J59S105980
Tuxedo black/silver coving with black soft top and red interior
Engine: V8, single four-barrel carburetor, 283ci., 230bhp; Gearbox: Powerglide automatic; Suspension: front, unequal length A-arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar, rear live axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel drum. Left hand drive.
In 1956, General Motors' answer to Dearborn's Thunderbird was the second generation Corvette. The all-new design was created by Harley Earl, GM's design director. He came up with fresh styling that was tasteful in an age of garishness, and the car has since been considered as a masterpiece of commercial sports car design. By 1959 the stylists had further improved on the embellishments, removing the hood louvres and trunk spears. Just over 9,000 were made in 1959 and discerning buyers had a better than ever choice of color combinations.
This original 1959 car has been in its present ownership since 1991, during which time it has been sensibly restored to its present condition. The 68,000 miles showing are believed to be correct from new. The Corvette has its original engine and transmission which, since being professionally rebuilt, have covered less than 500 road miles and this included new pistons, valves, springs, polished crankshaft, new rocker arms, etc. for the engine. Further work undertaken includes new brakes and exhaust. On a test drive the engine ran smoothly and the car drove well without any untoward noises. The interior is original with Wonderbar radio and the car has both hard and soft tops.
Several years ago it was loaned to a movie production company and became the feature vehicle in the 1993 movie 'Mr. Wonderful' which starred Matt Dillon and William Hurt.
The 1959 Corvettes are genuinely regarded as being the last 'classic' versions. This one has interesting history and presents well.
1959 CORVETTE ROADSTER
Chassis No. J59S105980
Tuxedo black/silver coving with black soft top and red interior
Engine: V8, single four-barrel carburetor, 283ci., 230bhp; Gearbox: Powerglide automatic; Suspension: front, unequal length A-arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar, rear live axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel drum. Left hand drive.
In 1956, General Motors' answer to Dearborn's Thunderbird was the second generation Corvette. The all-new design was created by Harley Earl, GM's design director. He came up with fresh styling that was tasteful in an age of garishness, and the car has since been considered as a masterpiece of commercial sports car design. By 1959 the stylists had further improved on the embellishments, removing the hood louvres and trunk spears. Just over 9,000 were made in 1959 and discerning buyers had a better than ever choice of color combinations.
This original 1959 car has been in its present ownership since 1991, during which time it has been sensibly restored to its present condition. The 68,000 miles showing are believed to be correct from new. The Corvette has its original engine and transmission which, since being professionally rebuilt, have covered less than 500 road miles and this included new pistons, valves, springs, polished crankshaft, new rocker arms, etc. for the engine. Further work undertaken includes new brakes and exhaust. On a test drive the engine ran smoothly and the car drove well without any untoward noises. The interior is original with Wonderbar radio and the car has both hard and soft tops.
Several years ago it was loaned to a movie production company and became the feature vehicle in the 1993 movie 'Mr. Wonderful' which starred Matt Dillon and William Hurt.
The 1959 Corvettes are genuinely regarded as being the last 'classic' versions. This one has interesting history and presents well.