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1973 Corvette Convertible 4 Speed 454

Make: Chevrolet
Model: Corvette
Type: Convertible
Year: 1973
Mileage: 19,500
VIN: 1Z67Z3S430694
Color: Red
Engine: 454 V8
Cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Black
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Hugo, Oklahoma, United States

1973 Chevrolet Corvette Additional Info:

1973 Corvette Convertible 454 LS4 Big Block 4-Speed. Blow Out Sale - everything must go - Car - Extra NOS Parts &New 27ft Custom Car Hauler. Numbers Matching Corvette from Radiator to Rear End. It's not just the Motor & Block it's everything.It's loaded withoptions that you could get in 1973ie:PowerWindows - 4 Season Air Conditioning - Power Brakes - LS4 Turbo Jet 454, 4BBL V8 Engine - 4 Speed Close Ratio Transmission - Tilt Telescopic Steering Wheel - Power Steering - Map Light - AM/FM Stereo Radio and Custom Deluxe Black Leather Interior with Pile Carpeting.C3 Corvettes are starting to rise in value especially the 1973 Convertible 4-Speed 454 Big Block. In the past year this Corvette has gone up $12Kin the NADA Book Listing and the value will continue to increase as each yeargoes by.Below isa listofsome Documented Numbers and Date Codes and I have more. Just the Extra NOS Parts and Custom Car Hauler total approx.$50K. All of it for $59,500.00 is a no brainer - it's a "STEAL". NADA Retail Price - for just the Corvette is $81Kand then add onthe $50Kfor NOS parts and Car Hauler--- all for $59,500.00 "WOW" it doesn't get any better then this ---check it out. If you want a Money Making Deal this is it. Before you spend a penny I encourage you to come outand check everything over- bring your mechanic - you will be impressed.The winner will have to make allarrangements to pick it up.Want more info on what all goes: Call me @ 580-969-8812 or email - LS4VETTE@YAHOO.COM

Take Care and God Bless, Tony

Values
Original MSRP
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price" >Original
MSRP
Low Retail Value
This vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, needing only minor reconditioning. The exterior paint, trim and interior would show normal wear, needing only minor reconditioning. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur restoration. Most usable ‘as-is’. This column does not represent a ‘parts car’ or a non-running vehicle.
Note: Some of the vehicles in this publication could be considered ‘Daily Drivers’ and are not valued as a classic vehicle. When determining a value for a daily driver, it is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail value. " >Low
Retail
Average Retail Value
This vehicle would be in good condition overall. It could be an older restoration or a well-maintained original vehicle. Completely operable. The exterior paint, trim and mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out. A “20-footer”." >Average
Retail
High Retail Value
This vehicle would be in excellent condition overall. It could be a completely restored or an extremely well-maintained original vehicle showing very minimal wear. The exterior paint, trim and mechanics are not in need of reconditioning. The interior would be in excellent condition. Some vehicles may be considered “matching numbers” vehicles.

Note: This column does not represent a “100 Point” or “# 1” vehicle*.

* A “100 Point” or “# 1” vehicle is not driven. It would generally be in a museum or transported in an enclosed trailer to concours judging and car shows. This type of car would be stored in a climate regulated facility." >High
Retail
Base Price$5,399$20,600$32,500$55,300
Options (Change)
4 Speed Transmission$825$1,050$1,325
454 V8 Engine25%25%25%
Corvette Both Tops$3,500$4,500$5,000
Factory Air Conditioning10%10%10%
Total Price$5,399$32,135$49,425$80,980
Numbers Verification Sheet



1973 Corvette Convertible LS4 454ci 4 speed.




VIN # 1Z67Z3S430694****


1= Division Chevrolet


Z= Series - Corvette


67= Body Style – Corvette Convertible


Z= Size Engine 454ci / V-8 / 4 bbl / 275 hp


3= Model Year 1973


S= Final Assembly Plant - St. Louis Missouri


430694 = Build Sequence # From St. Louis Missouri = June 1973


Trim tag****


K18 = June 18


Trim 404 = Black Leather


Paint 976 = Mille Miglia Red


Engine****


Block Casting # 3999289 = 454ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 Corvette Engine


Block Date = E 5 73 = May 5th 1973


Front Engine Pad = TO530CWM


T =Tonawanda, New York


05 =Assembly Month May 1973


30 =Assembly Day 30 May 1973


C =Motor Division


WM = 454ci/275hp/4-speed


13S430694 = Matches the VIN# on the Car


CWM= 454ci / 275 hp / MT the book shows this 2 different ways. The C stands for Chevrolet


Heads****


Left Head Casting Number 353049 = 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 Corvette


Date Code E 14 73 = May 14th 1973


Right Head Casting Number 353049 = 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 Corvette


Date Code E 12 73 = May 12th 1973


Intake Manifold*****


Casting Number 353015 = 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 Corvette (cast iron)


Date Code F 7 73 = June 7th 1973


Exhaust Manifold****


Left Manifold Casting Number 3969869 = 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 Corvette (cast iron)


Date Code = located inner side of exhaust manifold. ( requires removal )


Right Manifold Casting Number 3880828 = 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 1973 corvette (cast iron)


Date Code = located inner side of exhaust manifold. ( requires removal )


Water Pump****


Casting Number 336100 = 454 ci/ 275 hp Short Leg 1973 Corvette (cast iron)


Date Code C 9 73 = March 9th 1973


Radiator Fan Shroud****


1973 Fan Shroud Casting Part #331869


Big Block 454 W/AC Extension Shroud Casting Part #336152


Radiator ****


Harrison: For 1973 454 LS4 Manual Transmission


Radiator ID Tag on Passenger Side End Tank


MA 3 # 3030132


Fan Blade & Fan Clutch****


7 Blade Fan With Pointed Finger Tip on each Blade


Part # 3992095 : Correct # for 1973 LS4 Big Block 454CI W/AC


Date Code: L72


L = Month Dec


72 = Year 1972


L72 = Dec 1972


Fan Clutch: Date Code: E2273SC


E = Month May


22 = Day of Month the 22nd


73 = Year 1973


E2273 = May 22nd, 1973


SC = Manufacturer Schwitzer Corporation


Coolant Expansion Tank****


Casting Part #334762


Windshield Washer Wiper Motor****


Part # 5044784 Correct for 1973


Date Code 157 3 2B


157 = Days in Year = 6 June


3 = Year 1973


2B = 2nd Shift


157 3 = 6 June 1973


Starter****


Casting Number 1108400 = 1973/ 454 ci /275 hp/ 4 Speed Transmission


Date Code 3 E 15 = 1973 May 15th


Carburetor****


7043201 – EV – 1063 Rochester Quadra-Jet LS4


Casting Number 7043201 = 1973/ 454 ci/ 275 hp/ 4 Speed Transmission


Date Code 1063 = 106th day of 1973 = 16 April 1973


Alternator****


Part # 110544


61 Amp ….. for A/C & Heavy Duty Battery Option


Date Code 3 F 8 = 1973 June 8th


Distributor****


LS4 … 4 Speed


Part #1112114 Delco Remy


Date Code 3 E 4 = 1973 May 4th


Spark Plugs & Wires****


Plugs … AC R-44T


Plug Wires … Braided Stainless Steel


Date Code 1Q73 = 1st Quarter 1973


Seat Belts****


Front Lap Belts:


Date Code: 20 E 73


20 = 20th Week of 1973


E = Day of Week Friday


73 = Year 1973


20 E 73 = 18 May 1973



Transmission****


P3H07B


P= Muncie 4 Speed


3 = Model Year 1973


H = June


07= Day of Month 7th


B = M21 Transmission


Bell Housing Casting Number


3899621 = 1973 Corvette BB Aluminum 11” Clutch / 168 Tooth Flywheel


Rear End****


AXW159E 2


AX = Gear Ratio 3.36.1 Posi traction


W = Plant - Warren MI


159 = 159th Day of Year= June 9th 1973


E = Eaton Posi traction Differential


2 = 2nd Shift


A/C COMPRESSOR ****


Date Code: C 04 3


C = Month of March


04 = Day of Month


3 = Year 1973


C 04 3 = March 4th, 1973