This 1972 Corvette coupe is the kind of small‑town survivor story we love to see. According to the craigslist ad, this C3 Corvette has lived its entire life in Aurora, Illinois, where it was originally purchased new at Ed Fanning Chevrolet. Even better, it is now being offered for $22,800 by just the second owner and carries a clean title in his name.

Finished in the distinctive War Bonnet Yellow with a Saddle interior, this Corvette shows just 33,000 original miles on the odometer. The seller says the car was parked in a warehouse in the 1980s where it was been untouched for decades, contributing to its low mileage and remarkably preserved condition.

Under the hood is the numbers matching 350 V8 paired with an automatic transmission, both original to the car. The coupe is also loaded with factory options including air conditioning (currently not working), power steering, power brakes, power windows, and a tilt steering wheel. The chrome distributor cover is included but not pictured.

The documentation offered with this makes another strong selling point for this Corvette. Included with the sale are the tank sticker, Protect-o‑Plate, owner’s manual, and an NCRS shipping report verifying the original selling dealership. For collectors who value paperwork, this one checks all the boxes.

Although the car sat for decades, the seller has already addressed several key mechanical items. New parts include brakes, rotors, radiator, fuel tank, spark plugs, starter, and a fresh oil change. The seller notes that the tires are old and should be replaced before driving.

For Corvette fans who appreciate originality, documentation, and a great backstory, this 1972 Corvette survivor represents a rare opportunity. A well‑optioned, numbers‑matching C3 that has never left its hometown is the kind of find that doesn’t come around often.

Source
Craigslist.org

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