The 1960 Chevrolet Engineering Research Vehicle known as CERV 1, that was used by Zora Arkus-Duntov as he developed the Corvette in the 1960s will cross the block at Barrett-Jackson’s 46th Annual Scottsdale Auction, January 14-22, 2017, at WestWorld of Scottsdale.
CERV 1 (above, photo courtesy of Barrett-Jackson) served as Zora Arkus-Duntov’s personal test bed for what became the Chevrolet Corvette in the 1960s. Fitted with a 377cid aluminum small block V8, an advanced Rochester fuel-injection system, and Indy-style tires and wheels, the car comes with considerable paperwork and history, and stands as one of the experimental landmarks of GM history.
This year’s Scottsdale Auction will also feature the Charlie Thomas Collection of more than 140 vehicles that will cross the block at No Reserve. The collection includes a highly collectible 1970 Plymouth Superbird featuring the original V-code 440/390-hp Six Pack V8, backed by a 4-speed transmission with a pistol-grip shifter. It also has the optional A33 Track Pack and Dana 60 rear, and features Mopar’s iconic Tic-Toc-Tach, radio, power steering, power front disc brakes and tinted glass. Professionally restored to show-winning specifications, this beauty is a Mopar Gold National Show winner.
“Our Scottsdale Auction is the best event to get the full effect of what we call the ‘Barrett-Jackson Experience’,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “From the excitement of seeing first-time buyers bid on a vehicle, to the thunderous applause that comes from a million-dollar bid for charity, Scottsdale is the premier auction where you can truly indulge in the automotive lifestyle.”
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