If you were to hand a car enthusiast outside the United States a pile of silhouettes of classic American cars, the three most instantly recognizable would probably be the 1959 Cadillac, the 1965 Mustang Coupe, and the C3 Corvette. There would probably be a few others that we could add to that list, but it indicates how readily recognizable those vehicles are on a global scale. The Corvette’s shape is iconic and has stood the test of time remarkably well. Our feature car is a desirable 1970 model being offered for sale by its second owner with 49,900 original miles on the clock. Its engine bay houses a big-block V8, and it would take little to lift the car’s overall presentation to the next level. Located in Blaine, Minnesota, you will find the Corvette listed for sale here on Craigslist. By handing the seller $38,500, you could drive off into the sunset behind the wheel of a potent classic. I have to say a big thank you to Barn Finder Pat L for referring the ‘Vette to us.

The seller indicates that they are only this classic’s second owner. They located the car around three years ago and removed it from the storage location that it had occupied for more than three decades. Chevrolet offered potential buyers in 1970 a choice of eleven different colors for their new Corvette. The original owner of this car selected Monza Red, which is one of the more vibrant shades in the range. It isn’t clear whether this car has undergone any restoration work in the past. Given its limited years of active duty before it went into storage, the paint may be original. It shines impressively, with no visible problems in the supplied photos. A closer inspection may reveal marks or chips, but its overall condition is acceptable for a survivor-grade car. The fiberglass is equally tidy, with no cracks or crazing. We receive no information on the state of the frame or birdcage, but the lack of visible corrosion across other aspects of this vehicle gives us cause to be quietly confident. The aftermarket alloy wheels add a touch of muscle to the exterior appearance. While the owner doesn’t have the originals, he has a set of correct factory items that would restore nicely. The glass and trim look good, suggesting that the next owner could enjoy this classic during the upcoming warmer weather.

Corvette buyers in 1970 could choose from a vast array of engines. The original owner of this car selected the LS5 version of the 454ci big-block that churned out 390hp and an incredible 500 ft/lbs of torque. Having copious amounts of power is no benefit if it can’t get to the road, so this car feeds it through a four-speed manual transmission to the rear wheels. There were no genuinely slow offerings within the 1970 Corvette range, but this car’s ability to demolish the ¼ mile in 13.7 seconds places it in elite company. The seller indicates that this classic is a numbers-matching car in sound mechanical health. After thirty years of inactivity, the seller needed to treat this classic to a large serving of TLC to return it to a roadworthy state. After performing a fluid flush and a complete service, they added new brakes and a new exhaust. The ‘Vette runs and drives as it should, with no vices or fluid leaks. The original owner told the seller that the odometer reading of 49,900 miles is accurate, although it appears there is no documentary evidence supporting this. With a known ownership history, there may be a chance to pursue this further.

None of the photos supplied by the seller are particularly good, but those of the interior are sadly lacking. It is trimmed in Black vinyl, and what we can see looks promising. There are no glaring faults or issues and no appreciable wear. The dash looks good, as does the console and remaining plastic. Aftermarket additions include a wood-rimmed wheel and a retro-look modern stereo. There are no luxury appointments like power windows or air conditioning, suggesting that the original owner focused solely on outright performance.

I’ve previously noted how chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes perform strongly in today’s classic market. This trend shows no signs of slowing, but it actually appears to be accelerating. This Corvette is a tidy example that has no immediate needs. For an enthusiast craving originality, restoring and refitting the factory wheels would help it make a positive impact. If the buyer can confirm the odometer reading, its potential value will improve. It has only been on the market for a few days, and I won’t be surprised if a buyer emerges pretty quickly. Could that person be you?