'53 C1 Replica/XC53 on EBay

[Chevrolet]

Just listed on Ebay. Haven't seen one of those before. Chevy Nova running gear:

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[Nassau65]

I know that Red is a very popular colour for all variants of corvette, but if you produce a 1953 replica it’s got to be White with a red interior. All 1953 corvettes were White/Red.

 

[Roscobbc]

That's rather interesting. Nova running gear.....but what chassis and suspension? - wonder if it overcomes the rather harsh ride of an original. Great 'base' for someone to perhaps build-up a pro-street car without desecrating an original.

 

[Chevrolet]

Another Red'un:

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Red Automatic, 3 speed Left Hand...

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Red Automatic, 3 speed Left Hand Drive in Ware, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic, £32,999 Stunning first...

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[Roscobbc]

What are the chances of that - two replica's - a bit like a London Transport buses - red too!

 

[Chevrolet]

No mention of it being a replica in the ad? Is it, or the "real deal"?

 

[Nassau65]

A real 1953 corvette for £35k, even in the wrong colour, and incorrect motor is the bargain of the century.

 

[Roscobbc]

I presumed replica on the basis of it being back to back with the other one and 350 engine.....but yes it could be the real deal (kinda)

 

[Corvette]

The real (maybe not so real) 53 Can anyone identify the wheels?

 

[Chevrolet]

More photos on Ebay. And saying it has a Boyd Coddington body:
1953 Corvette C1 | eBay UK

 

[Chevrolet]

Like the one above?

1954 Corvette | Hot Rods By Boyd

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[Nassau65]

The red one would look a lot better with a steering wheel like the yellow one.

 

[Chevrolet]

Or a Boyd Coddington steering wheel?

COLLAGE: Series – Steering | Hot Rods By Boyd

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[Chevrolet]

This XC53 Replica built by Classic Sports Cars of Florida per ad:

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Reproduction

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Reproduction Model XC-53 Take a look at this stunning 1953 Corvette Convertible Reproduction brought to you by Caruso Classic Cars! If you're one of the lu

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