Neat Original Corvette Article - Redfines As Delivered

[Kirk M.]

I found this article originally published in 1967 Road & Track. I found it really interesting:

Original owner bought a 1964 corvette for $4100 including tax and 1/2 year license. Upon receipt of the car here is what he found wrong with it:

1. A broken spark plug.
2. The side windows wouldn't roll up with the doors shut.
3. Splotchy paint on top cover panel.
4. The passenger seat rattled furiously.
5. Leaks around the windshield.
6. The steering had a massive squeak in it.

The article then goes on to describe all the "problems" the owner had during the first 36,000 miles. Really interesting in my opinion. Enjoy.

Kirk

[Pat M.]

Re: Neat Original Corvette Article - Redfines As Delivered

Go figure. And some people act as if only C4s had these kinds of problems.

[Stuart F.]

Re: Neat Original Corvette Article - Redfines As Delivered

My 63, as delivered, was fine except it had the propensity to start up by itself. Other than that minor detail it was delivered in great shape. During it's first 36 k miles though, it ate tires and exhaust systems like crazy - to say nothing about spark plugs. The latter I solved with electronic ignition and I finally went with aluminized exhaust and radial tires. Don't get me wrong, I love to change plugs!

Stu Fox