Lot #5021 - 396/425hp, Milano Maroon over stunning original black interior. Optioned with knock-off wheels, power brakes, off-road exhaust, teak and telescopic steering and comfort and convenience package. Gorgeous, intense, no-expense-spared recent frame-off restoration documented by bound books of photographs and receipts. Engine was balanced, blueprinted and dynoed. This is an original engine and driveline certified by Bloomington Gold OEM and AACS's Al Grenning. Engine pad and Trim Tags were also authenticated by Kevin J. Mackay. Outstanding 2014 awards include NCRS Top Flight Regional (September 2014), NCRS Top Flight Chapter (October 2014), Bloomington Gold OEM - Gold (June 2014), Muscle Car & Corvette Nationals - Gold Concours (November 2014), and Muscle Car & Corvette Nationals - Triple Diamond (November 2014), where it was the only recipient of the Triple Diamond in 2014. This car is one of two '65 396s to receive a Bloomington Gold in 2014, It also earned an NCRS Top Flight in April 2013. This Corvette has a detailed owner history back to 1965 documented by registrations and titles. Also included are NCRS shipping and data report.