The 427ci L71 V8 features triple two-barrel carburetors for a factory rating of 435 horsepower, and it was optioned with the full transistor ignition system. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission and an optional PosiTraction limited-slip differential with a 3.36:1 rear gear.
The engine stamping is shown above. The IR suffix corresponds with a 435-horsepower, 427ci V8 for use with a manual transmission.
A Corvette Order Copy is included in the sale along with a Protect-O-Plate, NCRS Top Flight and Duntov Mark of Excellence awards, a reproduction window sticker, and a Bloomington Gold Certificate.
The wood-rimmed steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, while instrumentation found in the center stack includes an analog clock along with displays for fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and amperage.
The five-digit odometer shows 59k miles.
