SBR's 1967 427/435 Corvette!

[Xplantdad]

My handle is SBR and I have been a member for about a year. I have been a Corvette nut since I was a child and my favorites have always been the L88s and 67 435s. Here are some pictures of my car. This car was purchased new from Larsen Chevrolet in Central City NB. The car sat in the showroom for several months because no one wanted the car due to its unusual color combo. They then painted the car Marina blue and were able to sell it. The car was then driven sparingly and was taken to local shows.

Fast forward to 1988, Dan Gale inspected the car and after looking at the trim tag, he realized that the car was an originally a black/blue car. He then had the tank sticker dropped to verify the options and colors on the car. The car was restored by Ken and Gary Naber and was sold to a Corvette collector. He then sold it to a teacher on the east coast who sold it to Kenn Funk.

I then purchased the car form Kenn and had Nabers rerestore the car. It still retains its original drivetrain and has won a Bloomington Gold certification, an NCRS Top Flight award and the Chevyvettefest Triple Crown award in 2006. I have been told that this is one of only 4 black/blue 67s known to exist. I truly enjoy this website.
Best Regards,
Steve Bramati


Bruce,
I forgot to mention that Chris Piscitello was instrumental in the purchase of this car and feel that it is important to mention as he has found all of my cars and has been a great friend over the years.

Thanks,
Steve

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[MosportGreen66]

Stunning color combination. LOVE the Speedway Blue's http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif
Where did you get the St. Lious Number 1 Team sticker?

-Dan

[1969l78]

Very nice car

[737Driver]

That car has always been one of my favorite Corvettes, even if it is only a 67. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[TimG]

Steve, great car. I saw it twice last year, once at Bloomington and once at the Vettefest. It was in the back room of the Vettefest against the wall for those that were at the November show. Chris is the guy with the contacts on '67 Corvettes. He was instrumental in the purchase of my '67 big block, too. I bought it from him. I'm still grateful that was willing to part with the car.
The stickers in the window are reproduced by Chris, he made one for 1969 Corvettes from an original that I received when I purchased a car. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

[ORIGLS6]

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Stunning color combination. LOVE the Speedway Blue's http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif

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Exactly what I was thinking. I can't imagine the dealer having trouble selling it because of the color. To me it's much more appealing than a Black/Red car.

Beautiful piece! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[SIR-VIVOR]

Now I really miss my black/blue convertible! Once you go black, you never go back! A definate keeper!

[bashton]

And the car looks even better (if you can imagine) in person!

Thanks for sharing the car with us at Vettefest and also for the great pictures; this is one jaw-dropping 67!

Yes...Chris in indeed "The Man".

BA

[Paul D]

I also drooled over this car at the fall Vettefest. It is more than stunning. By the way it was Steve and Chris that found and helped put together my deal on the '67 435 J56 car that I bought while at the Vettefest. Many thanks!!
Paul
ps. It's now in Houston getting the Nabers "magic" put on it.

[KENNY_PASCOE]

THIS WAS MY FAVORITE CAR AT 06 FALL VETTEFEST.. CONGRATS ! KP http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[TimG]

Can't wait until the '07 fall Vettefest. Paul, what are you bringing up there?

[olredalert]

Steve, I hope you keep this car in a BUBBLE! Don't ever think of selling this baby!

[427freak]

Killer car! Great combination all the way around. It must have felt out of place in Ken Funk's shop surrounded by all those Mopar's.

[SBR]

Thanks to all for the kind words about my car http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[SBR]

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Killer car! Great combination all the way around. It must have felt out of place in Ken Funk's shop surrounded by all those Mopar's.

[/ QUOTE ] Thats what I told him! After many months of pestering him I must have caught him on the right day and I thank him for letting me have this car and my other Corvette http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[SBR]

Paul, will your J56 car be ready in June? I look forward to talking cars with you and the rest of the Texas boys at Bloomington Gold.

[WILMASBOYL78]

Stunning..... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

wilma

[Paul D]

Steve, I think it's going to be tight to have it ready for BG, but I'll be there for sure. I don't know Tim, what should we bring?

[Drew Papsun]

Hello Steve,
I was at Spring Expo Knoxville, TN. The Nabor Brothers had just finished the restoration. They had it on display with 4 other 1967 big block Corvettes in the center of the show.
It was a memory that was unforgetable to see those 3 Corvettes the other were red convertible with white and black interior 435 hp, black with black convertible 435 hp,
maroon with black interior 435 hp. The paint combo is striking to the eye. Thanks for showing us that very special Corvette. It was good to see it again at Bloomington Gold Certification in 2006.
Regards,
Drew Papsun

[SIR-VIVOR]

Paul & Tim, Lets just bring golf carts cruise around and watch all the others sweat over the judging! Chris P.

[737Driver]

Sweat over judging? At Bloomington? Never been a more understanding and caring group of judges ever assembled.

[TimG]

I just got clearance to attend Bloomington, there was a conflict that I got ironed out. Paul, I think the Vettefest needs a 427 Mercury to attend this year.....or Chris can bring a '66 L78 Chevelle for judging, along with a golf cart......

[bashton]

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Can't wait until the '07 fall Vettefest. Paul, what are you bringing up there?

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[Paul D]

I didn't know that R-Code Mercury's were allowed at Vettefest. Yeah, Chris, Tim, Bruce and I will probably need four passenger golf cart......maybe I'll bring my wifes Prius.

[SBR]

Drew, it was nice talking cars with you at Bloomington last year. Would you happen to have some pics of the old Knoxville show? I have a couple but they are not the best quality. Was the red/white car the "Bertha" 435?
Regards,
Steve

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Steve,
I saw your car for the first time and got to briefly meet you at Vettefest last fall and all I can say about your car is that it is absolutely stunning! Your Corvette is one of if not the most beautiful Corvette I've ever seen! Congrats on owning such a fine machine!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[jtower1969]

I don't understand why this color combo wouldn't sell in 1967???? This car is beautiful....

[Drew Papsun]

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Drew, it was nice talking cars with you at Bloomington last year. Would you happen to have some pics of the old Knoxville show? I have a couple but they are not the best quality. Was the red/white car the "Bertha" 435?
Regards,

Hello Steve,
Yes, Bertha was there. Sorry I do not have any photos.
Regards,
Drew
Steve

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[737Driver]

I believe Roby Price had one there that year as well.

Regards,

Mark

[Drew Papsun]

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I believe Roby Price had one there that year as well.

Regards,

Mark

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Hello Mark,
Yes, Roby Price's Corvette was the Tuxedo Black on black interior 435 hp convertible with the Rally Red stinger.
Regards,
Drew Papsun

[TimG]

Strange when you see a black/blue combination and how pretty it is that there weren't tons in that color. How about silver/red with a red stinger and redline tires. Just stunning and there were only a handful of these.

[SIR-VIVOR]

If the "Last Corvette" brought $650k at Barrett Jackson, can you imagine what this beauty would do!

[firstgenaddict]

Black on Blue is a helluva combo... love it.
WOW http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[Xplantdad]

Steve...thanks so much for sharing your awesome Corvette with all of us.

The back and blue is truly striking...I can't imagine why it wouldn't have sold that way when new?

With the black and blue...it's the true definition of a boulevard 'bruiser'! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[bkhpah]

I also saw the car at VF and it was without a doubt my favorite Corvette...BKH http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[72-SS-L48]

Gorgeous example of a fine 67 Vette. I happen to think Black exterior on Blue interior is one of the nicest color combo's you could get in a 67.

[Z-11 396]

+++ STEVE +++, You have one Fantastic car, wonderful color combination, your car is a real Winner, thanks for sharing it with us...Kasey ... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[ChrisS]

The sweat is from being in the hot Illinois sun all day, not judging. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[SBR]

Chris, it usually is very hot but since they moved the dates last year and this year two weeks earlier it rained for the first time in over thirty years on certification day last year. I would rather sweat than be sitting in the rain. At least they are going back to the original dates starting next year. Again thanks to all for the great compliments on my car.

[napa68]

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My handle is SBR and I have been a member for about a year. I have been a Corvette nut since I was a child and my favorites have always been the L88s and 67 435s. Here are some pictures of my car. This car was purchased new from Larsen Chevrolet in Central City NB. The car sat in the showroom for several months because no one wanted the car due to its unusual color combo. They then painted the car Marina blue and were able to sell it. The car was then driven sparingly and was taken to local shows.

Fast forward to 1988, Dan Gale inspected the car and after looking at the trim tag, he realized that the car was an originally a black/blue car. He then had the tank sticker dropped to verify the options and colors on the car. The car was restored by Ken and Gary Naber and was sold to a Corvette collector. He then sold it to a teacher on the east coast who sold it to Kenn Funk.

I then purchased the car form Kenn and had Nabers rerestore the car. It still retains its original drivetrain and has won a Bloomington Gold certification, an NCRS Top Flight award and the Chevyvettefest Triple Crown award in 2006. I have been told that this is one of only 4 black/blue 67s known to exist. I truly enjoy this website.
Best Regards,
Steve Bramati


Bruce,
I forgot to mention that Chris Piscitello was instrumental in the purchase of this car and feel that it is important to mention as he has found all of my cars and has been a great friend over the years.

Thanks,
Steve

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That may be the nicest Corvette I have seen yet! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[HPMIKE]

Wow! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

That is just absolutely stunning. I could only imagine the looks on people's faces when that bad azz ride hit the showroom. The restoration is awesome.

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MB

[72-SS-L48]

It doesn't get much better than a black/blue 435 Coupe. Beautiful Car. One of the nicest restored 67's I have seen.

I thought you would like to see this picture. Not mine nor do I know the owner but it was entered for flight judging at the 2007 NCRS National in Boston.

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-Dave

[JAD]

Very cool Steve!!!!!!Without a doubt my favorite 67 Vette.I am sure this is giving Chris sellers remorse on his 400 air roadster.

[TimG]

Steve or Chris could probably verify this, but I believe that the dealer painted the black coupe blue to sell it when it was new. I can't believe that this pretty color combination was hard to sell, but it may have been. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Paul D]

Steve, your black/blue is the only '67 that I like as much as my maroon J56 car....... and I might add, your the guy who found it for me. Thanks!

[SIR-VIVOR]

I'll always have sellers remorse. Chased my black blue car for 10 years, then overspent on it.

[SBR]

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Steve or Chris could probably verify this, but I believe that the dealer painted the black coupe blue to sell it when it was new. I can't believe that this pretty color combination was hard to sell, but it may have been. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[/ QUOTE ] Tim, I was told that for some reason that the car sat unsold for many months. It was then painted blue and the car sold http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif I have to admit that I do miss the car but it is still close by and is in very good hands. I had been chasing the car that I currently own for several years so when it became available I had to let this one go. In a perfect world I would have loved to have kept both but I have no regrets at all.
Paul, it was a pleasure helping you find your J56 car, glad your happy with it. Here is a pic of my and Chris' old car.http://i35.tinypic.com/jhsh08.jpg

[midyr]

Steve, is your blk/blue car a 435? A buddy has one that is not one of the known four, bought it new, still has it.

Lance Hill

[Les Quam]

I can't understand why that color combo wouldn't sell in 1967 its beautiful I have never seen it before I love it.

Although I remember my father taking me to see these Vettes at the Chevy dealership when they were new and I don't remember them coming from the factory anywhere near that nice? My father ended up buying a 427 Impala thinking it was a better value then the "high priced" Vette at the time.

That is a spectacular resto on that car holy cow.

[SBR]

Lance,
I would l love to see your friends car and if it is for sale I would be interested if it is a no stories car. The coupe is a 435.
Les,
Thanks for the compliment, it is a truly stunning Corvette. I am glad it went to a good home.

[olredalert]

------Les,,,Im getting the idea that your Dads a hot ticket. "Ocean racing", "427 Impalas"!!! What else did or does he play with???.........Bill S

[Charles]

There was also another black and blue 1967 Corvette around. This was a 435 convertible with 30k offered by Corvette Enterprise in the early 90's. Who has that one today?

[SBR]

See the pic of the black/blue 435 conv. on page 5, it could be the same car. It is owned by a gentleman in Ohio.

[Vettefinderjim]

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Exactly what I was thinking. I can't imagine the dealer having trouble selling it because of the color. To me it's much more appealing than a Black/Red car.

Beautiful piece! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

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Hard to believe, but in 67 they made only 815 black Corvettes (coupes and convertibles) out of 22,940 total cars made. It was the rarest color. Goodwood Green was the most popular with 4293 made.