1954 Chevrolet Corvette

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette

Year

1954

Listed price

$75,000

Location

Siloam Springs

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The Chevrolet Corvette, America's sports car, debuted in 1953 as an experimental show car that captured the public's imagination. Its groundbreaking fiberglass bodywork and sleek, jet-age styling were unlike anything else on American roads. The 1954 model year saw a significant increase in production to 3,640 units, a substantial jump from the mere 300 built in its inaugural year. While still exclusively offered with the "Blue Flame" inline-six engine and a two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, the '54 Corvette solidified its place as a design icon, even as Chevrolet engineers began planning for the V8 power that would soon define its legacy. This particular 1954 Corvette convertible, showing 40,000 miles, presents as a charming and dependable driver with tasteful, period-appropriate modifications. Beneath its classic lines, the original inline-six has been thoughtfully updated with a rebuilt 305ci Chevrolet V8 engine paired with a Turbo 350 automatic transmission and a new torque converter, ensuring modern drivability and reliability. Further enhancements include a late-model subframe, a 10-bolt Chevy rear end, power steering, and power brakes, making this C1 a joy to pilot. The beautiful new original-style interior complements the nice paintwork and very nice chrome, while new radial tires and perfect hubcaps complete the classic look. This Corvette offers a fantastic opportunity to experience early American sports car motoring with the benefit of modern mechanicals.