was holding up well. Just minutes ago, ownership had passed to dealer Tom West of Pro Team.
  Wehrman fired up the all-stock engine, a base 230-horsepower 283 with the three-speed manual. Black with a silver cove and red interior, the ‘58 convertible was then maneuvered into position for our photo shoot. West looked on, content in his purchase and in Mike’s capable driving. Mike told us a story as he deposited a towel on the carpet where his feet would land.
  "That’s the second time I’ve been to McDorman Chevrolet’s show (in Columbus, Ohio) and somebody bought a car right out from underneath me. The first one was a ’59 Fuelie, and the guy paid me cash right on the spot."
  What Mike was leading up to illustrates his Corvette character