This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is a clean and tidy survivor. This marked the final year of the Corvette wearing the chrome front bumper and removable rear window. That also makes them something of a favorite amongst enthusiasts because many feel that it was the final year for the C3 Corvette in its purest styling form. After more than 20-years in the possession of its current owner, the time has come for the Corvette to head off to a new home. It is located in Lynnwood, Washington, and has been listed for sale here on eBay. Bidding on the ‘Vette has reached $12,096, but the reserve hasn’t been met. There is a BIN option available, and this has been set at $18,950.
The Corvette is finished in War Bonnet Yellow, and as the owner rightly points out, 2,550 Corvettes wore that color in 1972. The owner does refer to the color as being rare, but across the entire build total for that year, there were actually 5 colors that were rarer. Having said that, the paint on this car does look very nice. There are no signs of any major flaws, and while the owner makes no mention of any potential rust issues, the fact that the vehicle has spent a considerable portion of its life in New Mexico will have helped its cause on that front. The bumpers shine very nicely, while the remaining exterior trim and the Rally wheels also look to be in great order. The vehicle features tinted glass, and this appears to be essentially flawless.
When we open the doors and take a look inside the Corvette, we find seats trimmed in Saddle leather. The interior is very presentable and would serve well for a daily driver. However, if perfection is the name of the game, then there are one or two items that may require attention. The leather on the seats generally looks quite good, although there is some wear on the outer edge of the driver’s seat. The rear section of the console is cracked, while the carpet is also faded in a few spots. Otherwise, it still looks pretty respectable, and the next owner shouldn’t feel embarrassed by the condition as it stands. The owner refers to the car as being loaded, and in this case, that means that the interior features air conditioning, an AM/FM radio, and a tilt wheel in addition to the leather trim.
The job of getting the Corvette moving falls to a 350ci V8 producing 200hp. Shifting duties are performed by a 3-speed Turbo Hydramatic transmission, with the vehicle also featuring power steering and power disc brakes. This wasn’t the most potent engine available in a Corvette in 1972. In fact, it actually marked the entry point for potential buyers. Even allowing for that fact, this combination still allowed the Corvette to achieve a sub-16-second ¼ mile ET. The Corvette is a numbers-matching car, and the owner claims that it has a genuine 42,800 miles showing on the odometer. He doesn’t mention whether he holds evidence to verify this, but the overall condition of the vehicle, especially when combined with the presentation under the hood, makes this claim seem quite plausible. He also refers to the Corvette as being a super nice driver, which means that the new owner should be able to slip behind the wheel and drive off into the sunset.
This 1972 Corvette is a very attractive vehicle that is in good condition. If the mileage claim can be verified, then that makes it even better. Values on the earlier C3 Corvettes have held firm for many years, and have actually crept up slowly in recent times. This rise has not been dramatic, so on current trends, these aren’t cars that you would buy as a high-return short-term investment. Reasonable examples that are of the same specifications as this one generally sell for around the $20,000 mark. With this in mind, if someone chose to click the BIN button and set about addressing those couple of interior trim issues that I mentioned earlier, then what the would potentially own would be an extremely nice Corvette at a very reasonable price.
Appears to be a clean car for the money.
Nice looking car and a fair price if the mileage can be verified. Always liked this colour.
Why has no one clicked the bin? I am not a Chevy guy thus my reason. The collector car market is really low. The kids don’t care this car is proof.
I do love Corvettes, but the young people don’t. My insurance is more for my Wrangler than my Corvette. I asked why. The insurance company said because old people own Corvettes and don’t drive them. Young people own Wranglers and roll them down hills. Guess they are right. Sad because Corvettes were made for young people.
If you are using Hagerty or another collector car insurance company, then your premiums should be much lower than any regular car.
You can set a declared value, and there are only a few sensible limitations, like no commuting to work and must be garaged.
No deductible either, and I got to try out the insurance when my wife’s snowy car slid into it while parked in the garage and damaged the Corvette’s fender. Full coverage and no increase in premium.
I had a 1972 Chevrolet Corvette T-Top Coupe. All original survivor. Absolutely beautiful car judged NCRS 2nd Flight Car (w/paperwork), and Bloomington Gold Survivor, with only 47K original miles. All original paint, interior, chrome, etc. All numbers matching drivetrain, #’s matching 350ci 200hp V8 engine. All original paperwork from new Including original window sticker. They are only original once. This one looks very nice and a good Buy It Now price IMO.
This looks like one that Wheeler Dealers did a few years ago. It was a Texas car, IIRC.
Nice car, fair price. its got the wrong hood, why ?
They might have needed the LT-1 hood if they replaced the carb. Better looking hood anyway. Non stock air cleaner and valve covers on it. All the shielding on also, nice!
I agree, better looking hood. Also color combo is nice too. Perfect if it was a 4 speed.
Rarer? What does that mean. Hey editor…wake up.
Again, I’ve stated I’m a moron and failed several classes in high school, but wow…rarer. This is why I don’t pay for a subscription. Professionals need to be…well…professional. Smarter than a clown like me.
Weasel, “rarer” is a word, and he is correct in his usage. Rarified car. Stay on him though! You’re making him better! 4 speed would have been sold by now. Very close to excellent collector driver.
I think it should be “more rare” in this situation. Am I wrong?
“Rarer” is a fine usage. While “more rare” might read a little bit better to some, both are correct.
I suppose it might be a regional thing like “needs restored” vs “needs to be restored”. Tomato tomato. potato potato. 6 of 1 half a dozen of another.
I’ll let myself out now, thank you.
For sure a very nice example, for a fare price. I just wonder why it is sitting
so low ? If you look at other 72’s they have a gap above the tires / fenders.
Or maybe it’s just the way the photos were taken ? Hmmm.
Being sold through a dealer. Can’t imagine how much the original owner left on the table. Must have given it away. If I hadn’t just bought a 67 SS Nova, I’d be all over this.
2 hoses connected to the pcv valve?
Not sure if the wiper panel-cover should be sitting lower/flush with the hood.
Strange that no one has mentioned the obvious repaint.