2-Door Coupe
- Frame Off Restoration
- Flame Blue Metallic over Black Interior
- Heat and Sound Deadener
- Rebuilt 350ci V8
- Richmond 6 Speed Manual with OD
- Center Force Clutch with Heim Joint Clutch Linkage
- D&R Driveline with rebuilt HD Rear End and Replaced U-Joints
- Aluminum 4 Core Radiator with Twin Electric Fans
- Vintage Air Conditioning System
- Holley 750 Carb, Edelbrock Intake, Pertronix Ignition
- Dakota Digital Cruise Control
- Stan Headers, Stainless Steel Exhaust with X Pipe and Stainless Mufflers
- Power 4 Wheel Disc Brakes and Power Steering
- Wilwood Front Calpiers, Chrome Brake Booster, New Rear Rotors
- Stainless Fuel and Brake Lines
- Polished Aluminum Water Pump and Aluminum Drive Belt Pulley
- High Torque Chrome Mini Starter and High Output Chrome Alternator
- Sandblasted Frame and Double Coated with POR-15
- All New Interior Components
- 96k Miles Shown
The 1973 Chevrolet Corvette 2-Door Coupe represents a pivotal year in Corvette historythe final model year of the chrome rear bumper and a true blend of classic styling with evolving performance. This example has undergone an extensive frame-off restoration, bringing it back better than new while preserving the unmistakable character that defines the C3 generation. Finished in striking Flame Blue Metallic over a fresh black interior, it captures attention immediately with a deep, modern gloss that highlights every curve of its iconic body lines.
Beneath the hood lies a professionally rebuilt 350ci V8, thoughtfully upgraded for reliability and performance. Equipped with a Holley 750 carburetor, Edelbrock intake manifold, and Pertronix ignition, the engine delivers crisp throttle response and strong, consistent power. Cooling is handled by an aluminum 4-core radiator paired with twin electric fans, ensuring stable temperatures even in demanding conditions. A polished aluminum water pump, aluminum drive belt pulleys, high-torque chrome mini starter, and high-output chrome alternator add both function and visual appeal to the engine bay.
Power is routed through a Richmond 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive, offering modern drivability while maintaining a true enthusiast experience. A Centerforce clutch with Heim joint clutch linkage provides smooth, confident engagement. The driveline has been fortified with a D&R driveline setup, a rebuilt heavy-duty rear end, and replaced U-joints, ensuring strength and durability. Stainless fuel and brake lines further enhance long-term reliability, while the sandblasted frame has been double-coated with POR-15 for superior protection and longevity.
Handling and braking have been upgraded to match the performance improvements. Power four-wheel disc brakes deliver confident stopping power, complemented by Wilwood front calipers, a chrome brake booster, and new rear rotors. Power steering makes cruising effortless, and Dakota Digital cruise control adds a layer of modern convenience rarely found in vintage Corvettes. Stan headers feed into a stainless steel exhaust system with an X-pipe and stainless mufflers, producing a crisp, authoritative tone that perfectly suits the car's muscular personality.
Inside, the cabin has been completely refreshed with all new interior components and the addition of heat and sound deadening for a refined driving experience. Vintage Air conditioning ensures comfort in warmer climates, making this Corvette as enjoyable on long highway drives as it is at weekend shows. Showing 96,678 miles, this meticulously restored 1973 Corvette offers the perfect balance of classic American styling, modern upgrades, and true driver-focused performance, an exceptional example of one of the most recognizable sports cars ever built.