This Chevrolet Corvair (1965-1969) got away, but there are more like it here.
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Seller: MalamutAutoMuseum
Location: Thousand Oaks, California 91320Listing Details
- Chassis: 107375W299426
- 78k Miles Shown, TMU
- Replacement 164ci Flat-Six
- Four Rochester Carburetors
- Four-Speed Manual Transaxle
- Repainted Black
- Black Vinyl w/Houndstooth Inserts
- 15" American Racing Wheels
- Front Disc Brakes
- Chrome Bumpers
- Custom Autosound Digital Media Receiver
- MSD Electronic Ignition System
- Dual Exhaust w/Tubular Headers
- Owner's Manual
- Spare Parts
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #118713
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This 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa coupe was refurbished in the 1990s with work involving a repaint, an interior retrim, and replacement of the engine. Power comes from a 164ci flat-six joined to a four-speed manual transaxle and equipped with four Rochester carburetors, an MSD electronic ignition system, a finned aluminum oil pan, and ceramic-coated headers. The car was refinished in black, and the seats were reupholstered in black vinyl with houndstooth inserts. Work performed since the current owner’s acquisition in 2014 has involved rebuilding the transaxle and differential as well as replacing the brake master cylinder and suspension bushings. This Corsa coupe is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with an owner’s manual, a hydraulic jack, spare parts, and a clean California title.
The body left the factory finished in Sierra Tan (S), and exterior trim and badges were removed before a repaint in black that was also applied to the front trim, taillight panel, headlight bezels, and side mirrors. Damage to a quarter panel was repaired and the car was again repainted in 2017. Additional details include a chin spoiler, headlight guards, rocker panel extensions, chrome bumpers, and LED turn signals and taillights. Protective film is said to have been applied to the front body panels.
American Racing 15” multi-piece alloy wheels wear bowtie center caps and are mounted with Sumitomo HTR A/S P01 tires measuring 205/60 up front and 215/60 out back. The suspension is equipped with heavy-duty springs and shocks and is said to have been overhauled and lowered under current ownership. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums, and the master cylinder has also been replaced. Corrosion and blemishes are visible on the wheels.
The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench trimmed in black vinyl with houndstooth cloth inserts. A bolt-in roll bar has been added, a fire extinguisher is mounted to the transmission tunnel, and a Custom Autosound digital media receiver is connected to an auxiliary input cable stored in the ashtray as well as aftermarket speakers. A mini-USB power supply cable is located on the right side of the dash, and additional appointments are said to include a headlight warning buzzer, a concealed antenna, and toggle switches connected to dual fuel pumps.
The wood-rimmed steering wheel fronts a tachometer with a 5,500-rpm redline accompanied by a 140-mph speedometer, a clock, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 78k miles, approximately 2k of which have been added under current ownership. The tachometer and clock were rebuilt under current ownership, and LED instrument lighting has been added.
The seller states that the replacement air-cooled 164ci flat-six was assembled and installed in 2005 utilizing a performance camshaft, rebuilt cylinder heads, and replacement jug assemblies. The engine is equipped with four Rochester carburetors, an MSD electronic ignition system, a chrome alternator, and a Clark’s finned aluminum oil pan. The battery is mounted in the front trunk, and a trickle charger port is tucked behind the front valance. The oil cooler was reportedly rebuilt and the fuel lines and starter were replaced under current ownership.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transaxle that was rebuilt in 2016 with replacement bearings and synchro rings, per the seller. Further work performed under current ownership is said to have included rebuilding the shifter linkages, replacing the pinion bearings, and rebuilding the differential with 3.27:1 gearing. The dual exhaust system features ceramic-coated tubular headers.
The chassis number is consistent with a 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa built at the Willow Run, Michigan, assembly facility. The cowl tag reveals the following information:
- 07B– Built the second week of July 1965
- 65-10737 – 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa Coupe
- WRN – Willow Run, Michigan assembly plant
- 15344 – Body number
- 706 – Saddle vinyl upholstery
- S-S – Sierra Tan paint
A hydraulic jack and a collection of spare parts will accompany the car along with an owner’s manual that can be viewed in the gallery.
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Auction Result
| Winning Bid | USD $38,000 by Skilletsqueezer |
| Auction Ended | August 30, 2023 at 1:29PM PT |
| Bids | 17 |
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