This 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (chassis E565001905) is a rough but running and largely complete restoration project currently fitted with a ’57 283ci and 4-speed manual in place of its original, 265 cubic inch V8 and 2-speed Powerglide automatic—both included separately and disassembled as seen in this floor shot. Provided rust is minimal, this one might not be too difficult to set right. Find it all here as a package on eBay in Columbus, Georgia for $32,900 OBO.

​Fiberglass shows damage and unfinished repairs in several spots, most notably the front, left side fender and diagonally opposite rear section—a spare quarter is included for repair of the latter. Cove trim, a couple of grille teeth and unspecified rear bumper parts are missing, but sale does include both soft and hardtops. Note new wheels, tires and complete, OEM style hubcaps.

​The interior shows imperfect but surprisingly decent fittings including a complete dash and worn but not entirely thrashed seats. Door cards and caps appear to be included, though glass is presumed to be long gone. A factory power top-equipped car, the system is missing its hydraulic pump but sounds to be complete otherwise, and the factory hardtop is an excellent option—like the rest of the car it will require full restoration.

​Disassembled but seemingly mostly intact, the car’s original 265 looks to be in decent, rebuildable condition, though obviously a much closer inspection will be required before a clean bill of health can be given. We like the idea of the upgraded 283 and 4-speed manual, the latter in particular a big improvement over the 2-speed automatic originally fitted by GM. A new gas tank and refurbished four wheel drums are matched by a fresh aluminum radiator, water pump, rebuilt carbs and new fuel, brake and water lines/hoses. Said to run with no smoke, the seller adds that it can be driven onto a trailer under its own power.

​Fully restored, we’d leave the currently fitted drivetrain installed and keep the original mothballed for posterity. Arctic blue single tone with a tan top would look great.