A period-correct Delco radio is mounted in the center dashboard. The dashboard was refinished in red along with the steering wheel rim, and many new trim pieces were installed including the doorsill plates which remain preserved under a plastic film. Inside, the cabin has been completely refurbished with new red vinyl upholstery and matching carpets. Royal tires are said to accompany the sale. The factory 15' wheels are currently dressed in Firestone whitewall tires, and the original U.S. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with historical photos, concours certificates, and judging sheets. The finish currently shows very well along with the chrome brightwork and matching painted hardtop. The factory color of the car was White, as noted in the original owner’s classified listing.

Judging by historical photographs, this Corvette was likely refinished in the current nonmetallic shade during the early 2000s. This C1 comes finished in Black with chrome brightwork and a metallic silver accent. This beautifully presented 1956 Corvette is now being offered for auction by its owner out of New York with just over 19k miles showing on the odometer. It was thoroughly restored sometime before the current owner’s acquisition in 2010 and has traveled less than 1k miles since. The car would go on to campaign in various concours events while earning accolades from the Antique Automobile Club of America as well as a Bloomington Gold certification. Vietro found the car to be beautifully preserved while retaining its numbers-matching 265 cubic-inch V8 engine. It was later acquired by Mike Vietro of Corvette Mike in 1995 with only 18,365 miles showing on the odometer. It was subsequently purchased by its second owner who would care for the car over the next 30 years while keeping a log of maintenance. In 1966, this Corvette was advertised for sale by its original owner in the classified section of The New York Times with attributes including a removable hardtop and dual carbureted 225 HP engine. Representing the first generation of Chevrolet’s iconic Corvette sports car, this C1 debuted several notable changes for the 1956 model year including a new body, glass roll-up windows, and a more robust convertible top. It is our pleasure to present this 1956 Chevrolet C1 Corvette finished in Black over red.

C1 corvette soft top installation