Lot #7003 - Big brake, Fuelie, C1 convertible which was awarded Bloomington Gold certification in 2002. One of 142 Corvettes so equipped in 1959, it boasts the RPO 684 heavy duty brakes and suspension package, here combined with the 579D 283/290hp Fuel Injected small block, 4-speed manual and posi-traction. A completely restored hardtop only car with radio and heater delete, it also benefits from a very desirable combination of Tuxedo Black lacquer and contrasting red interior. An altogether splendid example of the top performing Corvette of its era. **WILL BE SOLD AT APPROXIMATELY 8:00PM ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2014**