1956 Chevrolet Corvette SR Prototype Sebring Racer (2/3 Scale Motorized Replica)

Chevrolet Corvette 1956 Description

1956 Chevrolet Corvette SR Prototype Sebring Racer "The Real McCoy"Exact Replica in 2/3 Scale (Serial #24014)This extremely rare motorized replica of the legendary 1956 Corvette SR Prototype (a. k. a. "The Real McCoy") was one of limited number offered by exclusive retailers such as Harrods of London. Hammacher Schlemmer. Neiman Marcus and FAO Schwarz. Original retail price was over $30. 00. All exterior and interior details of the racer have been replicated in 2/3 scale including vinyl tonneau cover. fender-mounted ID lamps. leather straps. quick-filler gas cap and brake cooling ducts. The car is equipped with a 107cc 6. 9HP overhead cam 4-stroke motor. which pushes the car to a regulated speed of 35mph. Other technical specs include electric start. clutchless 3-speed automatic (with reverse). coil-over shocks (front & rear). adjustable gas and brake pedals. functioning headlights. turn-signals and horn. See additional specifications below. This example has never been used and was only removed from it's shipping crate for photographing and a thorough check of the mechanicals. The protective plastic is still on the leather seats. Buyer is responsible for pick up or we will happily assist buyer in shipping arrangements. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Sebring Racer Prototype #1194 (a. k. a. "The Real McCoy")Highlights:1st in class and 9th overall at Sebring in 1956 Driven by John Fitch and Walt Hansgen 2012 Bloomington Gold Great Hall Inductee Driven by Zora Duntov to a new two-way Flying Mile Speed Record at Daytona Speed Week Touted in Chevrolet's advertising campaign after Sebring as "The Real McCoy"Prepped for 12 Hour Sebring race by legendary builder Smokey Yunick Known as the car that saved the Corvette brand Dual Quad 307 CI engine developed by Duntov for racing One of the first Corvettes with a 4-speed transmission Very rare Halibrand magnesium knock-off wheels Special heavy duty brakes with cooling scoops Heavy duty shocks and sway bars Upgraded high capacity fuel tank A pioneer in Corvette's racing history Spirit of Detroit award at the Concours of America in 2011Auctioned at Mecum Kissimmee in January of 2014 for $2. 3 Million