Original owner factory paint '65 Corvette refresh

[Lynn]

So, in 1965 the standard transmission was a 3 speed.

What was the last year the 3 speed was standard?

[Bill Pritchard]

My guess is 69, but it's only a guess.

EDIT: Well, now it's more of an educated guess.....I got out my 1969 "Chevrolet Sports Department" brochure and it lists the 3 speed as standard in the 69 Corvette. Colvin's book does not list any Corvette engine application for a 3 speed trans for the 1970 model year or beyond.

[napa68]

Originally Posted by Lynn

So, in 1965 the standard transmission was a 3 speed.

What was the last year the 3 speed was standard?

Yes, and it was 67 as I remember it.

[Lynn]

Originally Posted by Bill Pritchard

My guess is 69, but it's only a guess.

EDIT: Well, now it's more of an educated guess.....I got out my 1969 "Chevrolet Sports Department" brochure and it lists the 3 speed as standard in the 69 Corvette. Colvin's book does not list any Corvette engine application for a 3 speed trans for the 1970 model year or beyond.

Bill,

I think the engine assembly code would be identical for 3 speed and 4 speed.

[Big Block Bill]

Originally Posted by napa68

Yes, and it was 67 as I remember it.

I believe 1969 was the last year you could get a 3 speed in a Corvette. A friend of mine, Bob Olson (he was the head Block machinist @ Pro Motor Engineering in Mooresville NC, formerly Motorsport Research) had a 1969 Riverside Gold 300 HP 3 speed, no options (other than an AM/FM radio) Coupe as a daily driver back in the late 1970's. I always gave him Sh** being a professional Racing Engine builder driving a 3 speed Corvette. He got it from his Uncle who purchased it new, He showed me the original paperwork (sales contract and if I remember correctly the window sticker to prove it). But that was a long time ago, and we all know how our memories ar. Bill

[67since67]

Originally Posted by Lynn

If your cousin needs someone else to store it, I would for free.

A line has formed Lynn, and you are not at the front. Sorry!

Thanks for the generous offer though!!

[67since67]

Originally Posted by TimG

I hope to see more of this car, Bill. It is a beauty.

We may make an effort to have it at the Cedar Rapids regional in '24 Tim.

[MosportGreen66]

You're a real mensch Bill! Can't wait to see more of this project too... especially having enjoyed the work you did on the '67.

[67since67]

Originally Posted by Bill Pritchard

Wow! Evidently, keeping cars a long time runs in your family. Ordered on New Year's Eve of 1964. Love the four digit phone number on the Corvette's sales invoice.

Oh..You have no idea Bill... Cousin Paul still has his first car, a '55 150 2 door, purchased in 1958 and done early '60s mild custom. Off the road since 1978, it's in rough shape today. 1946 Willys Jeep my Uncle bought new.

His brother has a '63 Riviera, owned since I believe '64, also a 58 BelAir owned since about 1960, plus original owner of a '77 Vette, and a C6.

And tractors...Between them they have 200 Minneapolis Moline tractors, many have been in the family from new, as far back as 1936. And more, all this stuff is stored indoors. - Bill W

[60sStuff]

Bill,

I love that Maroon Trim!

Looks like the headlights were open (no dust) when last parked.

I have subscribed to this thread.

Thanks, Chris.