1971 Chevrolet Corvette COMPLETE NUMBERS MATCHING 1971 CORVETTE LT1

Description

1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1
Viva Las Vegas Autos Presents...
1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1
This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1 may be one of more unique and rare LT1s ever to hit the market. Not because of the rarity of it being one of only 1949 LT1s for 1971, and with a 67% split production of coupes, more like 1305 LT1 coupes were built. Not rare because of those rare numbers…oh no. Not even rare because this was one of only 1591 total Corvettes in the Steel City Gray finish. So with all those “Rare” numbers, why am I claiming this particular Corvette LT1 to be so rare?
It is really quite rare because it’s an un-restored and near completely original LT1 with only 72,620 miles on it. No wreck history, no major body damage history, only one high quality repaint since new. The most important rare factor is that it is completely and fully numbers matching with all of its original features it came with from the factory. I only found one brake caliper that had been changed since new. Then, to be able to see one that hasn’t had a complete restoration but in this high quality condition after 50 years? That’s is just an incredibly rare opportunity for its next owner.
First of all, let’s get something very clear, you are not getting JUNK! So eBay cheapskates!!! Go look for your cheap junk elsewhere! This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1 is exceptional in every way. From the top to bottom, and everywhere in between, it's ready to be enjoyed without reservation. If you want to drive it daily or keep it for just those special occasions, this Corvette is ready for either. If you were here to walk around the Corvette for an up close inspection, you may not even see as clearly as you will in the 223 images and video I have posted here. Then open up the doors, hood to look at all the details and exceptional conditions you find them in...And it doesn't stop there. Drop down underneath and see a rust free frame and undercarriage that’s highly detailed without damage or rot. Now that you have probably seen all the images and you are back to read every word I have to say about the Corvette, I know you are very serious about finding the right Corvette LT1 for the right deal.
I have been selling spectacular autos on eBay for over 19 years and that means I don't OVER-PRICE my autos. But! I also can't stand Low-Baller idiots that can't see the value in quality. Read my 19 plus years of feedback to be convinced that what I show and write is always spot on. You will appreciate my candor and thorough display of what you might be the future owner of. There are 223 pictures and our video that I know you will want to explore before placing a bid or calling me to make your deal before the end of the auction. Sending me an email through eBay asking for my bottom line will just irritate me, so don't. If you do, I will know you didn't even read the presentation. EVERY SERIOUS BUYER ALWAYS READS EVERY WORD.
You, my serious buyers, YOU are Awesome! Thank you for being real people looking for great cars and a great seller who appreciates you as another car enthusiast just like me.
Talk to you soon. 702-353-7500 Doug
Viva Las Vegas Autos Specifications...
Year:
1971
VIN:
194371S117697
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Corvette
Style:
Coupe LT1
Miles:
72,620 (Exempt - Reported to be Actual)
Exterior:
Steel City Gray Metallic
Interior:
Black Leather
Engine Specs:
5.7L V8
Transmission:
Manual 4 Speed Transmission
Exterior...
Ok, I think we have your attention if you are still reading and starring at the first 14 images of this beautiful 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1. As you can see so far, the exterior is in exceptional condition with only minor blemishes (touched up chips). The all original body is in excellent condition front to rear having never been in an accident and most importantly; this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1 has always been fully serviced and garage kept. You will be able to see in the hundreds of published pictures that I don't hide anything. The minor flaws and small chips are not over looked or hidden from view; although you are obviously not going to see any that seriously distract for the overall beauty of this Corvette. The Paint is in its original color although repainted some years ago. The finish is shinny like new still. There are no signs of replaced fenders of any body panels on this car; they are all original to the Corvette. Obviously the paint is not flawless, but it is a high quality finish that shows exceptionally everywhere and would be fully appreciated even in a car show for outstanding paint.
The exterior will not need any repairs to fully enjoy the already exceptional condition it is in. But if you are looking for “Flawless” well I would suggest going to your local Chevrolet dealer and buying a 2021 Corvette for 100k these days. If you are looking for an EXCEPTIONAL 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1 for a whole lot less than a 2021 Corvette and you can see in our presentation the extreme quality that is there, then by all means, let’s talk about your fair offer and make this purchase a reality for you.
Let's stare at some more images again...
Interior...
When you open the doors to this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe LT1, you will instantly see that its prior owners took exceptional care both inside and out without question. Door panels, dash, leather seats and carpet are all in exceptional condition with only the slightest wear from brand new. The windows are fully functional, the gauges all work. This 1971 Corvette also has the removable rear window and removable tops. There’s a storage tray under the rear deck for the window and a padded storage bag for the t-tops too. .
The interior isn’t just clean though, it really appears like it’s only a few years old…not 50 years old. There aren’t any cracks in the dash; even in the speaker areas. The only interior item we found inoperative was the clock and the original radio was updated with a modern radio.
Drivetrain...
We acquired this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette LT1 from its current Canadian owner who bought it a few years back and shipped it to his second home here in Las Vegas. With “TRAVEL” issues, it’s sat in his garage since he was unable to take his normal vacations to Las Vegas. So, since that was not going to change anytime soon, he asked us to put this beauty on the market. .
After I brought it to our location, we found original information within the original owner’s manual that documented it ownership since new. Finding documentation like that is always my favorite thing. Once here, we thoroughly inspected the car and all of its build numbers and casting numbers and found to Corvette to be fully numbers matching with correct VIN derivatives on both the engine and transmission. All other components have correct casting numbers and date code correct too.  What is also incredible is how nice this LT1 performs. The car runs fantastic with no hiccups. Smooth and powerful and everything feels extremely tight and highly maintained. Everything functions excellent. I would not be afraid to take a cross country trip in this LT1 at all. Would I? Probably not this time of year without AC, but in the fall or spring, I sure would just because this LT1 provides perfect confidence when you drive it.
The Facts & The Documented History...
When it comes to the history and documents, we acquired this LT1 from a serious collector that has quite a few cars in his collection here and in Canada. This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette was in his Las Vegas collection for the last three years. He bought it from Mershons and had it shipped here. He didn’t get any history for it when he bought it, but we found the owner’s manuals in the cubby holes behind the seats and within one of the pages of the owner’s manual, we found some cool written history.  A guy named Horst Zabel bought the car new June 1971, Randy Klann bought the car from his August 1973 with 21,800 miles on it. I (we’re not sure who “I” is) bought the car Novemeber 18, 1974 with 30,279 miles (he taped the newspaper ad cutout on his notes. Looks like he negotiated from a 00 asking price) Then he kept notes on his repairs and miles until he refers to a note book that carries on from April 5, 1976. No notebook to be found. Just wish we had more documented history…but what we do have is still very cool. Cheers
Walk Around & Test Ride - Watch the Video
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Cheers
Doug Williams
Owner/Enthusiast
702-353-7500
Viva Las Vegas Autos Note from the Owner...
I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original, rare and high quality modified vintage and modern cars. Over the past 19 years I’ve been in business, I have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles as well. I specialize in and I am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.
I have an experienced eye for quality and I’ve discovered that my preferred buyers can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer. Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the buyer, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.
With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may be at a first glance. It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list. To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner. First we do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and hope nothing escapes our methodical investigation. Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about Collector's Dream Cars. Moreover, it allows us to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless we think it is true. If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction so you don’t get a headache over the vehicle.
After the vehicle is fully checked over and made whole at any level it needs to be, we researches its history, documents, documenting originality and authenticity. Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications, and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty. Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 200 high resolution pictures that I take myself. The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch. I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep. Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they meticulously clean. Reconditioning can sometimes take several days as we do all that we can within reason to get our vehicles in tip top condition visually and cosmetically. We do Way more than just a cheap detail. Our details are more like refurbishing to as close to new as we can possibly get our vehicles.
Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing. If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast. If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill. In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch gauges operation as well.
No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level. No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information. I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase that my vehicle is for real and what I say is an honest assessment. All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.
If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500. If your inquiry is sincere and your offer is serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with. If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation. Until you are ready to actually make an offer, I will happily quote you a liberal suggested retail price – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine. I am after all, a “used car dealer.”​​​​​​​
Viva Las Vegas Autos Terms of Sale...
This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe. We stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.
Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends. We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration.
A 00 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction.
NO Exceptions!
We prefer bank to bank wire transfers for all funds including deposits but we may accept credit cards or PayPal if necessary.
Full payment must be received within four (3) business days of the end of auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States. Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS IN ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item.
Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full and accepted delivery of the automobile. By Nevada State Law, Dealers have up to 30 days to delivery titles due to auction and floorline title housing.
Important:
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We want to have a very positive experience on eBay, just like you do. Don't use eBay as your playground to bid without responsibility or commitment. eBay's auction system promotes irresponsible bidders because there is no accountability whatsoever as there is for sellers. Most bidders never have any real intention to complete any transaction but we do as responsible sellers, so don't play irresponsibly online, we don't.
We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction.
This vehicle is sold
AS-IS
, with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used. Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are.
When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms.
Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email:
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Sales tax, Smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents.
A Document Fee of 350.00 and Dealer Handling Fee of 0.00 will be added to the closing auction price.
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We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary to protect our clients.
Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts. All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we have made any obvious errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, it is still your responsibility to inspect the pictures for verification. Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable. If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of this auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.
Rafiki Motors
Dlr # 49798
Doug Williams
Formerly owner of Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
Direct Line - 702-353-7500
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