The 1972 Chevrolet Corvette, often referred to as the C3 Corvette, was part of the third generation of Corvettes produced by Chevrolet. This Corvette is a Top Flight and Bloomington Gold award winner along with several other well-known and coveted awards.
Corvette C3 design and styling was first introduced in 1968 with its distinctive long hood and removable T-top roof panels. It features a shark-like front end and a rear with chrome bumpers. The 1972 model year saw the introduction of a new egg-crate grille design.
Under the hood of this impressive Vette is the high-performance option LT-1, which featured a 350 cubic inch V8 with a higher compression ratio, solid lifters, and produced 255 horsepower. This engine was and still is known for its performance. Chevrolet referred to the engine as "Famous LT1".
Equipped with the 4-speed manual transmission that gave buyers a more engaging driving experience and better control over the engine's power band. Handling is what a true Corvette is all about with the independent rear suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and 15 x 8 rally wheels.
The interior of the 1972 Vette featured a driver-oriented cockpit design that included a center console with gauges and controls, bucket seats, and a sporty steering wheel. This Corvette has leather seating, factory gauge cluster along with power windows, tilt & telescopic steering column, and factory air conditioning.
Collectability is a word often associated with the Corvette and they are considered a desirable classic car today, particularly in its more powerful LT-1 configuration. Collectors often seek well-preserved examples like this one with the original engine and factory options.
The Corvette styling and sports car DNA make it a beloved classic among enthusiasts of all ages.
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Highlights
350/255hp LT1 V8
Chevrolet's "Famous LT1"
Special performance cam
Solid lifters
Forged crankshaft
Impact-extruded aluminum alloy pistons
Aluminum intake manifold
Engine block verified original by Al Greening of Classic Car Affirmation Services- Certificate on file
4-barrel carb
4 speed manual transmission
Power steering
Disc brakes
Factory air conditioning
Ontario Orange (code 987) over leather Saddle interior (code 421)
Center console
Factory gauges
Power windows
Tilt & Telescoping steering column
AM/FM radio
Dual exhaust
NCRS National Top Flight 2023
Bloomington Gold 2023
AACA Junior 2023
Invited to Hilton Head Concurs D' elegance
Tank Sticker
NCRS Shipping Data Report
Owner's Manual and related booklets included
Sales Brochure included
1972 was the only year of the LT1 Corvettes that could be optioned with A/C
1 of 240 LT1 Corvettes with A/C
Only 1,741 Corvettes produced in 1972 with the high-performance small block LT1 engine
Sold with a North Carolina title
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