Currently on AutoHunter is this restored 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In the first model year of its first restyle, the Corvette forsook the protruding rear fenders a cleaner look. Nineteen fifty-six also was the first year without the Blue Flame Six—the Corvette was officially running with the big boys! Standard was a 210-horsepower 265 V8, but this C1 features the optional dual-quad version with 225 horsepower, which is backed by the standard (and preferable) three-speed. Painted Onyx Black and equipped with a black convertible top over a red vinyl interior, this Corvette is offered by the selling Missouri dealership with a clear title.
About 80.7 percent of 1956 Corvettes featured two-tone paint, but this Onyx Black example features a solid black paint job without contrasting “coves.” Other exterior features include a wrap-around windshield, driver-side mirror, black soft top, and non-functional front fender scoops. The set of chrome 15-inch wheel covers is wrapped in BFGoodrich Silvertown whitewall radials.
The red vinyl bucket seat interior features a three-spoke steering wheel, an AM radio, a dash-mounted rearview mirror, and a floor-mounted transmission shifter.
Instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer, 6,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, battery, and fuel. A clock resides on the passenger side to the right of the gauges. The odometer shows 270 miles, but the title for this vehicle reads mileage-exempt.
The 265ci small-block V8 is rated at 225 horsepower thanks to a dual-quad setup that includes an aluminum intake and finned valve covers. This engine is connected to a three-speed manual transmission.
Undercarriage details consist of manual drum brakes and a dual exhaust system.
The 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has style reflective of Harley Earl at his peak—so clean, even with the toothy grille! Painted in glossy black with a nicely contrasting red interior, this restored C1 listed on AutoHunter is a stunner. Best of all, there is still time to place a bid because the auction will end on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. (PDT).
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