1968 Chevrolet Corvette L-89, NCRS Top Flight

1968 Chevrolet Corvette L-89, NCRS Top Flight Description

Extremely rare triple black 1968 L-89, 427/435 Corvette, NCRS Top Flight winner with 97.5 over all score. Very Rare #'s matching 427/435 topped off with L-89 aluminum heads. A frame-off, nut and bolt restoration was preformed on this incredible black convertible that has achieved NCRS judging status to achieve the coveted Top Flight Award. The car has validated NCRS judging sheets with an overall score of 97.5. Under the hood of this ominous black street beast is the original numbers matching and date code correct 427/435hp engine topped off with the rare L89 aluminum heads giving this car brutal horsepower and making it one of the most desirable Corvettes, being only one of 624 L89 cars produced. Topped off with correct Winters snowflake intake, correct tri-power setup and ignition shielding. The body on this curvaceous Corvette is impeccable with tight lines and and mirror finish black paint as well as newer chrome. According to the previous owners this car was a no hit car with bonding strips intact before starting the restoration process. The trim tag was judged and validated as being a true black car with black interior making it even more desirable. The interior was also restored during the extensive restoration process and shows very well with wear free bucket seats, clear crisp gauges, topped off with a black soft top and matching black hard top. This car came from a high end collection where it was driven very sparingly, stored in climate controlled environment and kept on jack stands to avoid flat spots on the tires. Less than 1200 babied miles driven since the frame-off restoration. The blue chip muscle car retains its original M-21 close ratio 4-speed transmission backed up by its heavy duty posi-traction rear end and power disc brakes to control the power. Rolling on correct Corvette rally rims and redline tires for that pedigree look. EXTERIOR: Beautiful Tuxedo Black paint with a deep shine code 900 on the trim tag Two tops both convertible top and removable hardtop Excellent gaps and body lines Restored chrome and stainless trim Very nice original shaded glass New 427 emblems and hood chrome Correct restored rally wheels with new chrome trim rings and center caps New Redline Firestone Super Sport tires

INTERIOR:

New black vinyl seat upholstery New fitted carpet kit Crisp and clear tach and gauges Simulated wood steering wheel Very nice original center console with correct shifter Factory seat belts Factory AM FM radio

MECHANICS:

Show quality engine department with great attention to detail and NCRS standards Numbers matching 427/435 engine Very rare L89 aluminum heads Casting number 3935439 Suffix code TO322IU Date Code C138 Correct Holley carbs Correct GM Winters aluminum 3x2 intake manifold 3919852 Power brakes Muncie 4 speed transmission Correct ignition shielding and plug wires

UNDERCARRIAGE:

Amazing attention to detail with frame off restored standards Correct rear with 3.70 gear and positractionAmerican Dream MachinesAt American Dream Machines, we typically have over 100 quality classic cars and trucks in stock and for sale. We have everything from Corvettes to Cadillacs, Camaros, Mustangs, Mopars, GTOs, Chevelles, Bel Airs, Blazers and exotic sports cars. Our classics and muscle cars range from the 1950s to the 1970s. Our inventory is diverse and continuously changing and always growing! Our #1 Goal is to make you, our customer happy with the American classic and muscle cars we offer. We highly recommend that ALL CUSTOMERS call our knowledgeable, experienced staff and with Midwest values and have very detailed discussions regarding overall condition of any of our classics that you are considering getting in the drivers seat of. Our phone number is (515)-245-9100 and we are centrally located in the heartland of America, in Des Moines Iowa. American Dream Machines occupies the historic 41,000 square foot Packard Dealership. We are one of the largest full service classic car dealerships in the Midwest. We have over 10 active Mechanic hoists, a body shop and detail bays that are used by our technicians to inspect, repair, upgrade and detail our cars so that they are ready to be delivered to your driveway. Please give us a call and we will be happy to help get your dream car to almost any location worldwide! ALL OF OUR PICTURES AND VIDEOS ARE REAL, ALL THE WAY AROUND! We photograph our cars in our professional photo studio for the best possible image accuracy and representation of the cars. We do this because of our commitment to the authenticity and quality of the cars that we sell and the commitment to our customers.