1956 Chevrolet Corvette 265 2 X 4-Barrel Car, Two Tops, NCRS Registered!

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette 265 2 X 4-Barrel Car, Two Tops, NCRS Registered!

Year

1956

Listed price

$84,900

Location

Clearwater, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

87,073 miles

The 1956 Corvette marked a pivotal moment in the model's nascent history, shedding its six-cylinder origins and embracing a more purposeful, aggressive aesthetic. After a lukewarm reception to the original C1, Chevrolet's chief engineer, Zora Arkus-Duntov, championed the V8, transforming the Corvette from a stylish cruiser into a genuine sports car contender. The '56 introduced the iconic side coves, exposed headlights, and a more sculpted profile, signaling a clear intent to compete with European rivals. This was the year the Corvette truly found its voice, with production reaching 3,467 units, a significant jump that solidified its place in the American automotive landscape. This stunning 1956 Chevrolet Corvette exemplifies that transformative year, presented in its correct Venetian Red exterior, a color chosen by just 1,043 buyers that year, complemented by crisp white coves. Beneath the hood resides the numbers-matching 265 cubic inch V8, identifiable by its correct "GR" suffix code, factory-optioned with the potent dual four-barrel carburetor setup, delivering a healthy 225 horsepower. Power is channeled through its original three-speed manual transmission, providing an authentic, engaging driving experience. With 87,073 miles on the odometer, this NCRS-registered example boasts its original driveline—engine, transmission, and rear end—a testament to its remarkable preservation, further enhanced by a working factory Wonderbar radio and a tan convertible top replaced during its 2014 restoration. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a significant piece of Corvette history, a meticulously maintained and NCRS-registered example from the year the legend truly began.