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1961 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible “Fuelie” 4-Speed Manual SOLD for $110,000
Here is a 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed Manual, finished in Ermine White with complementary Silver coves over a red vinyl interior. This example is powered by a numbers matching 283 cubic inch-V8, one of 118 for 1961 factory-equipped with Rochester mechanical fuel injection, paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The odometer displays below 66,000 miles and this C1 Corvette qualifies for collector plates in BC. Under current ownership since 2022, this 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed Manual is now offered by the seller with its removable colour-matched hardtop, a storage rack on wheels for the hardtop, and black fabric soft top in Jordan River, British Columbia.
Finished in Ermine White (Chevrolet Paint Code 936) with factory optioned Silver coves, this Corvette Roadster presents with the two-door convertible body style of the final years of the first-generation model. Exterior brightwork consists of chrome front and rear bumpers, a chrome fender-mounted drivers side view mirror, chrome curved windshield surround, chrome eggcrate grille inserts, polished headlight trim rings, and Corvette badging. This convertible includes a removable matching Ermine White hardtop and a black convertible soft top. Additional equipment includes the T3 quad headlights, along with splash shields and weatherstripping which were both replaced in July 2021. The gallery captures the condition of the paintwork, chrome surfaces, and exterior lenses, along with glass with factory-correct LOF markings visible in the gallery. Exterior flaws are limited to a chip on a cove, a chip where the hardtop sits, a small scratch on the right front fender, and a loose screw on the driver’s door panel.
This C1 Corvette is equipped with 15-inch steel wheels which were mounted new in May of 2022, and they wear knock-off look chrome caps which were replaced in 2021. The wheels are mounted on Coker Classic whitewall tires measuring 205/75R15, resembling the factory optioned whitewall tires from 1961. Braking is power-assisted with drums at both the front and rear. The front wheel bearings were replaced in July 2021 which included changing out the factory style ball bearings to modern roller bearings. The suspension is factory-configured with unequal-length A-arms and coil springs up front, with a solid rear axle and leaf springs at the rear.
The cabin is finished in contrasting red vinyl upholstery with matching red dashboard, sun visors, and carpeting. The door cards feature matching red vinyl with generous chrome treatments. Features include low-back bucket seats, a dash-mounted rear-view mirror, manual window cranks, and red sun visors. A chrome gear selector is mounted in the center console, complemented by a colour-matched white shift knob. Additional center console features include the defroster, a push-button factory Wonderbar AM radio, currently inoperative, and an analog clock.
The three spoke steering wheel is a combination of red with Corvette-branded chrome hub and spokes. The wheel fronts a 160-MPH speedometer, a 5300 RPM redline tachometer, and a five-digit odometer displaying under 66,000 original miles. Auxiliary gauges are in place for fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and amperage. Features also include illuminated warning light indicators for brakes and high-beams on the face of the speedometer.
This Corvette’s powerplant is a numbers matching 283 cu. in. V8, one of 118 factory-equipped with Rochester mechanical fuel injection for the ’61 model year. This car came factory rated at 275 hp at 5200 RPM and 305 lb-ft of torque at 4400 RPM, with stamping of the engine pad shown in the gallery with the CR suffix consistent with the noted engine specs. Repairs in May 2022 included a new fuel tank, fuel sending unit, fuel neck hose, fuel tank insulator pads, and a new generator pulley. Additional servicing in July 2021 included a new air cleaner box, valve cover replacement, fuel injection gaskets and seals, along with the overhaul of the high pressure fuel pump.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission and a factory spec Positraction rear differential. Driveline maintenance in May 2021 includes the changing of the rear differential and transmission fluid. Dual exhaust exits are located under the trunk area, and the seller reports an oil and lube service was completed at the end of 2024.
This 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed Manual is now offered by the seller with its removable colour-matched hardtop, a storage rack with wheels for the hardtop, and a black fabric soft top in Jordan River, British Columbia.
