BID WITH CONFIDENCE!  MONEY BACK GUARANTEE!

Pro Team Corvette Sales offers a money back guarantee.  You have a 48 hour inspection time, the vehicle may be driven no more than 24 miles, and you may return this car for any reason.  Buyer pays all shipping there and back should you wish to cancel the purchase. 

1953 Corvette Convertible, #268 of 300 produced, Blue Flame Six, powerglide, numbers matching car with 45,766 actual miles. Polo White paint with Sportsman Red interior and Black soft top. Body off restored in excellent condition. AACA Junior and Senior award at Hershey. Also was featured in Cars and Parts Magazine, and autographed by Zora Duntov. Optioned with Wonderbar radio, e-brake warning light, windshield washers, courtesy lights, heater, hubcaps, and 6.70x15" wide white tires. Most all factory correct components including the spare, jack, jack tools, washer system, shifter, shielding, air cleaners, generator, #066 head, LAY block, side draft carbs, side windows, and side window bag. Documented with the AACA awards, Cars and Parts feature magazine, restoration photos, history of this car, and photos of Zora Duntov signing the car.

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Please read terms of sale before bidding.

1. $100 Doc & Title Fee Added To All Sales
2. Placing a Bid: Your bid constitutes a legally binding contract to purchase this vehicle. Please do not bid if you're not seriously interested or financially able to purchase this vehicle. Please read eBay's User Agreement
3. ProTeam Corvette Sales reserves the right to, Obtain and verify the registered information of all users who bid on this auction. Cancel any and all bids at our discretion, or end the auction early if necessary.
4. Bidders Age: You must be 18 years of age or older to Bid.
5. Special eBay Bid Retraction Rules: Please read eBay's "Retracting a Bid" If you place a bid before the last 12-hour period of the auction: You may retract that bid before that last 12-hour period but only for exceptional circumstances. You will not be allowed to retract that bid during the last 12 hour period of the auction. If you place a bid during the last 12-hour period of the auction: You will be allowed to retract the bid for exceptional circumstances but only if you do so within one hour after placing the bid.
6. Funds & Financing: For help in arranging for a Pre-Approved loan or for any questions please e-mail nathan@proteamcorvette.com or phone Nathan Sheets 1-888 592-5086 prior to bidding.
7. Buyers Inspection: ProTeam Corvette Sales has done our best to disclose all information known about this vehicle for auction. ProTeam Corvette Sales welcomes a buyer’s inspection. If you plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending. Inspection fees if any are Buyers responsibility.
8. Representations and Warranties made by seller: This vehicle is being sold "as is". Manufacturers’ warranties may still apply. Extended warranty may be available, e-mail nathan@proteamcorvette.com or phone Nathan Sheets at 1-888-592-5086 for details. No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids.
9. Taxes and Registration fees: Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, counties, city taxes and fees, as well as title service fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered. All taxes and fees must be paid in full in order for vehicle to be titled and registered.
10. Title Information: Vehicles titles may be held by banks or lenders as collateral for loans. In many cases there is a delay in receiving the original instruments up to 21 days from the time we pay a vehicle off. While we usually have all titles in our possession at closing, there are occasions where we may be waiting for them to arrive. If payment is made by cashier's or personal checks we will hold all titles for 10 banking days or until funds have cleared.
11. Shipping & Delivery: All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility. ProTeam Corvette Sales will help with shipping arrangements but will not be responsible in any way for claims arising from shipping damage! Licensed Carriers are generally insured for $3,000,000.00. We assume no responsibility for damages incurred after the vehicle leaves our showroom. All shipping arrangements are provided by ProTeam Corvette Sales as a courtesy. We are not affiliated with any carrier. Any claims or other communication regarding shipment of vehicles will be between you and the shipper, not with ProTeam Corvette Sales. The amount of time it takes for delivery is dependent on the carrier, but is generally 7-14 days from the date the vehicle is picked up from our facility until it is delivered to your destination. Verify with the shipper for an Estimate Time of Arrival to be sure.
12. Finalizing your Purchase: ProTeam Corvette Sales will contact the successful high bidder by e-mail after the auction closes. Successful high bidder MUST communicate with Nathan Sheets at ProTeam Corvette Sales by e-mail nathan@proteamcorvette.com or phone 1-888-592-5086 within 24 hours of the auction ending to make arrangements to complete their transaction. If we cannot confirm your intention to buy or the sale is not completed within 5 days, we reserve the right to relist this vehicle or sell to any other qualified buyer. In order to secure bid on vehicle, Successful bidder (BUYER) must within 24 hours of bid closing send to Seller a Deposit in the amount of $5,000 by major credit card, cash or bank certified funds. Within 7 days of bid closing, Buyer must send balance of funds by wire transfer, cash, bank certified funds to Seller. At time of sending initial deposit, Buyer MUST fax copy of it to 260-927-1953.

Pro Team Corvette Sales offers a money back guarantee.  You have a 48 hour inspection time, the vehicle may be driven no more than 24 miles, and you may return this car for any reason.  Buyer pays all shipping there and back should you wish to cancel the purchase.

 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions, Things you will want to know  

 Q. If I buy your car and do not like it... what then?

A. You don't own it! Just ship it back for a refund as ProTeam offers a money back guarantee that should give the perspective buyer a comfort and confidence level that cannot be equaled. Ask other eBay sellers to do the same and see what they say! Buyer pays all shipping there and back should buyer wish to cancel the purchase.

Q. Where is the car located?

A. Our cars can be inspected at either one of our two showrooms; Napoleon, Ohio or Auburn Indiana. Both are conveniently located just fifty miles apart.

Q. How do I get my car?  ship cars?

A. Rarely do we ship the cars we sell although we can arrange shipping through several well known and respected, enclosed and insured carriers. Their rates are very competitive.

Q. How long will it take to get my car?

A. Normal transit times range from three days to two weeks after receipt of payment.

Q. Do you offer a warranty?

A. No we do not as it is difficult for anyone to warranty a 20 to 50 year old car. Some sellers offer a 50/50 warranty but I bet the buyer ends up paying 100% of a legitimate work order anyway.

Q. Do you finance cars you sell?

A. No we do not but we will refer you to competitive banks and specialty collector car finance companies.

Q. Do you allow test drives?

A. We encourage you or your agent to visit our showrooms, pick a car, inspect it, test drive it, and we will even put it on a hoist for your or your agent's undercarriage inspection.

Q. What if I want other photos not featured at your website or eBay auction?

A. Call or email your list of other areas of concern and we will be happy to email you those photos.

Q. Do the numbers match?

A. Seller's description of numbers matching cars is in place to inform potential purchasers that the car has a numbers match motor to the best of our knowledge. Seller only checks the numbers that are easily visible and does not disassemble components to check numbers. Seller in referencing numbers match does not refer to any other components on the car. We suggest that should other numbers be a deciding factor in your purchase that you email your list of other items, and that they be checked and cross-referenced with your or our Corvette library.

Q. What does numbers match mean?

A. First off, it may be easier to explain that the term "numbers match" has nothing to do with originality as the term "original" is so judgmental and at the mercy of subjectivity and many times even senior judges with guru opinions disagree on what is original. Numbers match is a term used to describe the proper numbers on a particular engine: ie; A) stamp pad (machining date & VIN derivative), B) cast number (rear of block), C) cast date (location varies)... and other components of the car.

Q. Is it the original motor?

A. We have included a photo of the cleaned stamp pad (or will upon request) which we hope helps you determine the originality of the motor in the listing which is always judgmental and at the mercy of subjectivity where as numbers matching is black and white; They either do or they do not. The risk as to the originality of the vehicle or any of its components is with you, the purchaser. While we are happy to show our clients the casting numbers, stamping on the motor, and VIN's on the car, we DO NOT guarantee the motor or any other part is in fact the original.

Q. What is a restoration motor?

A. Most knowledgeable collector car enthusiasts realize that the motor was/is the most volatile component of the car. High horse Corvettes and muscle car motors detonated early in life due to use and abuse. The common practice for over twenty years has been to locate proper cast number, date coded block, and accurately reconstruct the engine and stampings to what they were when new. 

Restoration: "to renew". Put back or bring back to a former or original state. 

Counterfeiting: To make an imitation of something else with the intent to deceive or defraud.

Q. So what is the big deal about reproduction trim plates?

A. As far back as anyone can remember, car owners, for whatever reason, tired of the color of their car and repaint them a different color and that is not a problem but now and for well over fifteen years, several people or companies have made repro trim tags that generally are used to defraud the buying public; ie. counterfeiting. 

The trim tag is part of the DNA of the car and can be decoded to determine body build date, paint, trim, and options that could be available on that particular car. 

The trim tag  is a General  Motors protected trademarked registered item and it is highly unlikely that they, GM, issued a license agreement to anyone to "reproduce."

warning: In some states the law provides that a car with a reproduction trim plate can be confiscated as contraband as a repro trim plate has little to do with restoration but more so with fraud.

**2003 marked the advent of published knowledge to determine without a doubt the originality or lack thereof of a trim plate, thanks to the efforts of NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) and its membership.

Q. Do you provide a legitimacy affirmation service?

A. No! We do not primarily because we are a party to the transaction and that service you would want from a third party. There is one such company that you can contact for this service. It is: Classic Car Affirmation Service, LLC • 318 Summit Street • Boonville, NY 13309 • email:

Q. Do we buy Corvettes?

A. Yes, always buying cars that are under the money due to circumstances: marriages, divorce, estates, repo's, no brainers, etc. Although we are heavy hitters as buyers of restored cars that are documented, NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold, NCRS Duntov, and/or Triple Crowns.

Q. Can you write me an appraisal for your car?

A. Sure we can for financing and insurance replacement value as we use several price guides and then average the value based on these guides.

Q. Why does it seem that your cars are more expensive than others I see advertised?

A. Our prices may be higher but we may offer more value in the end result as we really try to buy the best cars that are available and do not necessarily buy the car that can make us the most money but the cars that we like and would be happy owning.

We like straight bodied cars with solid chassies that have most of their factory correct components. We do a tremendous amount of due diligence prior to purchasing a car to make sure it measures up to the claims of the previous owner (seller).

Q. Are your prices firm?

A. Nothing in life is firm. Visit our showrooms, pick a car you like, and make an offer. The worst thing we could do is say no! Our offer to purchase forms are available at our website or we'll be glad to mail or fax you an offer to purchase form.

Q. How do I know you guys are real and not just another used car dealer?

A. Time tells all stories! We've been around since the early '70's. The ProTeam company celebrates its 20 year anniversary in 2007. We work hard to build and maintain our collection and reputation. Check us out with the Chamber of Commerce, the United Way, the Better Business Bureau, our bank, community leaders, and/or the testimonials posted at our website by past customers and visitors. It's all about relationship building. You know that warm and fuzzy feeling you get when you're not getting the typical high pressure treatment that we all want to avoid. We want our customers to enjoy a positive enjoyable buying experience that goes beyond and does not end with your Corvette purchase as our customers are our lifeblood and we want them to experience the passion and fire that has made this the most interesting and fun business that anyone could ever have. "We feel quite lucky!!!"

Top 10 Reasons to purchase from ProTeam Corvette Sales.

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Pro Team Corvette Sales offers a money back guarantee.  You have a 48 hour inspection time, the vehicle may be driven no more than 24 miles, and you may return this car for any reason.  Buyer pays all shipping there and back should you wish to cancel the purchase.