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We’ll
let Gerald Darnell, the owner of this ’74 Corvette, tell his story:
"Split
tail — that’s what made the ‘74 Corvette unique. With the
transition from chrome to fiberglass bumpers, the ‘74 was introduced
with a double unit bumper clip. That was the first and only year of this
design and makes it not only different but also easily recognized —
at least from the rear. I wasn’t looking for a project when I found
this abused but serviceable ‘74. The owner had painted it gold -several
times — with black/gold stripes and red interior (ouch!). He had drilled
holes in the door panels for cup holders, screwed plastic pockets to the
console, mounted a ‘fuzz buster’ on the dash and had left a bra
on the front for so long that the fiberglass clip had rotted and turned
to dust when I removed it! However, everything worked — power windows,
air, power brakes and a solid engine. It was a driver.
"The
frame-on restoration began with total removal of interior and extensive
bodywork by Buffalo Body Works in Longwood, FL. The car had been ‘born
Green,’ but had many layers of paint, numerous inferior fiberglass
repairs, European tail lights, and evidence that paint had been used to
cover many of the repair flaws. New carpet, interior panels, weather
stripping, trim painting, new gauges, and some aftermarket goodies were
next in the restoration process. The final step was adding original Rally
Wheels and Firestone tires to complete the ‘74. It is show ready and
show active.
"I
have an 11-year-old daughter. She can now share and remember this car. When
she’s my age, she can talk about and remember the Sharks and Stingrays.
And if she’s lucky, I may let her drive it someday!"
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