1954 Chevrolet Corvette NCRS Top Flight

Frame off Restored - NCRS Top Flight Award WinnerIn the early 1950's the North American sports car market place was dominated by mostly foreign makers like Jaguar, MG and Austin Healy. Chevrolet saw an opportunity, and introduced the first Corvette.The first model was available as convertible only and was designed by Harley Earl and introduced at the GM Motorama in 1953 as a concept show car. Myron Scott is credited for naming the car after the type of small, maneuverable warship called Corvette. The first generation Corvette was introduced late in the 1953 model year and ended in 1962, these early cars are often referred to as the "solid-axle" models. The outer body was made out of then-revolutionary fiberglass   material, selected in part because of quotas, left over from the war, limited the availability of steel. Underneath the new body material were standard components from Chevrolet's regular car line, including the "Blue Flame" inline engine, two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, and drum brakes.

This 1954 Corvette has been meticulously frame off restored and as a result of the time and efforts invested, it was awarded the prestigious NCRS Top flight. Finished in flawless Polo white paint with exquisite red naugahyde interior featuring white baseball stitching in the seats and door panels with complimentary red carpeting. The instruments are set off by the body color dashboard capped with the same red material. The retractable soft top is finished in tan, which was the only color offered in 54 and comes with frame mounted drop in side windows. Powered by the correct YG code 235 CID Blue flame in line six cylinder engine rated at 150HP and mated to the 2 speed Power glide automatic transmission. This lively and unique engine features three correct side draft SA Carter single throat carburetors with bullet style air filters that were made for only two model years. The dual exhaust system is routed through the rear valence with twin stainless steel outlets. The unique look and ample Chrome is set off by the wide white wall tires with spinner hubcaps. On a car such as this, the overall condition and quality speaks for itself, but this car comes with the NCRS Judging sheets from its Top Flight award to showcase all the high points in addition to a complete photo diary of before, during and after the restoration. It truly is a beautiful example ready to be shown, or driven and enjoyed!