Used 1958 Chevrolet Corvette for sale in Phoenix, Arizona
Gateway Classic Cars of Scottsdale is honored to present this show-stopping 1958 Chevrolet Corvette for sale right now in our Arizona showroom, located in North Phoenix. The first generation, or “C1, Corvettes began production in 1953 and after 5 years on showroom floors Chevrolets sports car was beginning to amass a loyal following. In 1958 Chevrolet sold 9,168 Corvettes, which was 30% higher than 1957 and a whopping 97% more units than back in 1953. This 1958 ‘Vette for sale comes painted in a dreamy Silver Blue that acts as a magnet to the eyes of car enthusiasts and passers by alike. This 1958 Corvette also comes with a white convertible top. Some of the major exterior changes for 58 included 4 headlights instead of two, a chrome grille with 9 “teeth (down from 13 the previous year) and chrome trunk spears. Inside, youll be greeted by an equally calming light blue vinyl with new-for-1958 options such as the correct central mounted 8,000 RPM rated tachometer and factory-installed seatbelts. Under the faux-louvered hood of this Corvette is the famous 283 CID fuel-injected V8 engine that produced 290hp from the factory. Fuel injection was revolutionary technology in the 50s and the faster throttle response, power and fuel savings compared with carbureted motors was a hit with Corvette enthusiasts. Just 1,007 1958 Corvettes came with the high-output “Fuelie option and yes, this one has a numbers-matching block too. The numbers-matching 4-speed Super T-10 manual transmission is paired with the engine, turning a Synchro-Mesh posi-traction rear end geared to 4.56. This particular 1958 Chevrolet Corvette leaves nothing up for debate, coming fully documented with a complete history of ownership and restoration paperwork. The car was restored using the original panels and has just 19 miles since the build, leaving this unbelievable example of a fuel-injected C1 for the next owner to fully enjoy in his or her collection. Youve seen the photos, read the description and imagined yourself sitting in the drivers seat by now.. what are you waiting for? Give our helpful and knowledgeable Sales staff a call by dialing (623) 900-4884 for more information about this first-rate example of Americas Sports Car or email scottsdale@gatewayclassiccars.com after hours. See more photos and a video at: http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/SCT/553/1958-Chevrolet-Corvette
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