1958 Corvette

1958 Chevrolet Corvette – Family-Owned for Over 60 Years

This 1958 Chevrolet Corvette has been a cherished family heirloom, passed down through three generations since 1962. Originally owned by my father, then my brother in California, I have had the car since 2000. It remains a running and driving classic, located in Huntsville, Alabama.

Specifications & Condition

• Mileage: Estimated 27,627 (Speedometer cable was disconnected due to whining noise, so exact mileage is unknown)

• VIN: J58S107168

• Engine & Transmission:

  • Original 283-cubic-inch V8 with a 3-speed manual transmission

  • Clutch replaced in 2010

  • Lifters adjusted and tune-up performed in 2006

  • Starter needs attention – does not engage every time

  • Generator missing, replaced with an alternator

• Body & Paint:

  • Solid frame and structurally sound body

  • Some scratches and minor bubbling in the paint

  • Repainted in the 1990s, maintaining the original factory color combination

  • Historical photos suggest work was done in the early 1970s

• Chrome & Trim:

  • Classic 1958 quad headlamps in working order

  • Chrome is in nice condition

• Interior:

  • Refurbished in the 1980s, still well-presented

  • AM radio powers on but does not function

  • Gauges need work, and the speedometer cable requires replacement

• Tops:

  • Includes both a hardtop and a soft top

  • Soft top needs repair or replacement

• Electrical & Features:

  • Windshield wipers and washers do not work

  • Headlamps function properly

  • Goodyear F78-15 bias-ply polyester cord tires

• Originality & Evaluation:

  • A Corvette restorer informally assessed the car and estimated it to be 90% original, though this was a casual remark rather than a formal appraisal.

Drivability & Additional Notes

This Corvette is a reliable driver and can be taken on the road without hesitation. It has been carefully maintained while preserving its originality.

A rare opportunity to own a first-generation Corvette with a rich family history.