1963 Corvair Spyder Convertible--manual Transmission on 2040-cars
Chatham, New Jersey, United States
Very
cool, very fun Chevrolet Corvair Spyder Convertible that can turn heads.
I’ve owned this car for 10 + years and put about 2,000 miles on
it—driving weekends and every now and then for a short work commute (that is
now over an hour long). It needs to find someone who has time to
appreciate it and drive it. It
had a full service/tune-up about 2 years ago, but has sat for over a year.
The interior is very good—I believe seats etc. were re-done by the
previous owner--and they've been kept in great shape--see
photos. I’ve had it serviced and updated over the years—things like
shocks, starter re-build, addition of seat belts. Has original radio
that fades when you drive under a railroad trestle—as it should. The
downsides—it will need a new roof sooner rather than later (see pics) and am currently
using duct tape to keep interior dry, paint is not original and has crazed, chrome on rear bumper has pitted and the turbocharger (not needed to run and
have fun) will need to be re-built to function. Car ran great though
whenever it was driven. With
a little bit of work you can have a great driver where people will stop to ask
you about the car. It is fun—just turn the key and listen to that great rumble when it starts. Take
a look at the photos and please feel free to email with any questions.
Car is
being sold as is--no warranty, expressed written or implied. |
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