Among the various first-generation Corvette models produced, the second-series cars from model 1956 through 1962 struck a particularly strong chord with buyers for their distinctive styling and rising performance. For 1958 in particular, the Corvette featured a new quad-headlamp frontal treatment and one-year-only styling touches including a louvered hood and twin chrome strips on the rear deck lid. Providing substance to match its style, the 58 Corvette delivered heightened passenger comfort and improved safety with new frame-mounted bumpers. Buyers agreed wholeheartedly with Chevrolet finally realizing a profit from the Corvette for the first time in its existence. Performance also took quantum leaps forward, thanks to relentless development by Zora Arkus-Duntov and his Corvette engineering team. The 1958 Corvettes 283 cubic-inch V-8 was now available in five tune levels ranging from 230 to 290 horsepower. Of the 9,168 Corvettes built for 1958, 2,436 were equipped with the RPO 469 Dual Quad 283 CI engine rated at 245 horsepower and priced at $150.65. Providing an ideal balance of performance and drivability with low maintenance requirements, the RPO 469 option remains one of the best and most desirable engines in Corvette history.
 
A factory built RPO 469 245 HP Dual Quad Corvette, this example from 1958 sports classic Signet Red paint with white side coves and red upholstery. An older restoration presented in great working order, equipped with the original 3-speed manual transmission and 3.70:1 rear end. The brakes and suspension were fully restored as well as the interior trimmed in correct material. The engine compartment presents nicely and includes correct hardware and ignition shielding. The 283 CI V-8 engine bears the 1958-correct 3737739 casting number and F321CT suffix which denotes a factory-installed 245 HP Dual Quad engine. Other features and options are few as they should be on a first-generation Corvette, including a desirable Wonderbar signal-seeking radio and electric clock. Riding on a set of factory-correct steel wheels mounting factory hubcaps and wide whitewall radial tires, this factory 245 HP Dual Quad/4-speed 1958 Corvette is freshly detailed, serviced, and ready to go. Call us today, see it in person, and get ready to make it yours!