The 283ci V8 features a four-barrel carburetor, red-painted valve covers, and a polished air cleaner assembly, and it was factory rated at 230 horsepower. The CQ suffix is consistent with a 283ci V8 rated at 230 horsepower and designated for a 1958 Corvette with a four-barrel carburetor and a manual transmission. Power is routed to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction limited-slip differential.
The cabin features two bucket seats trimmed in red vinyl along with a color-coordinated dashboard topper, carpets, and door panels. Equipment includes lap belts, a floor-mounted shifter, a Wonderbar AM radio, a heater and defroster, an analog clock, and a dash-mounted rearview mirror.
The three-spoke steering wheel frames a sweeping 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer as well as gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, battery charge, and oil pressure.
The five-digit odometer shows 1k miles, total mileage is unknown.
