1972 Chevrolet Corvette Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 1972 Corvette featured only small changes from the previous model year, but it is now known as the last model to have both front and rear chrome bumpers. It was also the last year for the RPO-LT1 and RPO-ZR1 engines.
A 454 ci big block motor was standard, and rated at 270 horsepower. While this may appear to be a large drop from the 365-horsepower rating of 1971, it actually was not: horsepower became measured for constancy rather than peak performance.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
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by joe r
Jan 05, 2021
It doesn’t tell me what kind of motor it’s got or what kind of transmissionJan 05, 2021
by Anonymous
Apr 20, 2015
It's a fun car to drive, but to restore is another story, Parts are expensive and setting up the rear suspension can be tricky. If your going to restore one of these DO YOUR HOMEWORK, These cars take more attention to detail than most but if you have the patience and not afraid to work with fiberglass then do it to it, it's well worth the effort when it's done.Apr 20, 2015
by David H
Jan 12, 2014
This was a great restoration project. Everything replaced or restored. The only think not working is the air conditioning and that's because after 3 years of restoring, when i finally got to drive it, I stopped working on it. I didn't need the air conditioning because I never drive it with the top up or the hard top on.
Runs great and drives great. While I haven't been on any long rode trips I would not have any feat on taking this car cross country.Jan 12, 2014
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by joe r
Jan 05, 2021
It doesn’t tell me what kind of motor it’s got or what kind of transmissionJan 05, 2021
by Anonymous
Apr 20, 2015
It's a fun car to drive, but to restore is another story, Parts are expensive and setting up the rear suspension can be tricky. If your going to restore one of these DO YOUR HOMEWORK, These cars take more attention to detail than most but if you have the patience and not afraid to work with fiberglass then do it to it, it's well worth the effort when it's done.Apr 20, 2015
by David H
Jan 12, 2014
This was a great restoration project. Everything replaced or restored. The only think not working is the air conditioning and that's because after 3 years of restoring, when i finally got to drive it, I stopped working on it. I didn't need the air conditioning because I never drive it with the top up or the hard top on.
Runs great and drives great. While I haven't been on any long rode trips I would not have any feat on taking this car cross country.Jan 12, 2014
by Richard B
Aug 12, 2013
Good overall car for your first Corvette as they are the lowest cost units to rebuild or repair. The late 60's to early 70's body style had chrome front bumpers front and rear which were known to take a "hit" in just garage parking never mind anything else, so to have an original mounted set with no rust and undamaged was rare. Aug 12, 2013
by Mark B
Jun 15, 2013
This is great week-end fun car, not a good car for long trips. I get a lot of thumbs up with this one because of the old school look and the sound and power of the fastburn 385 crate motor.
Jun 15, 2013
by Anonymous
Apr 16, 2013
I bought this car when I turned 25 and my insurance rates dropped. Planned to keep it a couple of years. 41 years later, I STILL HAVE IT, and I've bought 12 more since - plus the 2014 C-7 I have on order.Apr 16, 2013
by David P
Jan 21, 2013
Get one they are great!! i have owned the car since 1992 and it has served as a on and off project in the past years. It has helped me make numerous friends and win numerous car shows. I would recommend this car to any one looking to purchase a older corvette. Jan 21, 2013
by Josh R
May 16, 2012
Quick and powerful but anything but a straight line is stretching it lol. Very sleek and stylish. Gas mileage isn't good, but it's expected with older sports cars. The car is extremely fun to drive around. Definitely a true classic.May 16, 2012
by Lewis P
Sep 03, 2010
a cool car and its extreme ly fast lol .. a classic 1972 chevrolet corvette
preformance 100 o/o engine 100 o/o exaust 100 o/o drive 100 o/o
and its good for a husband and wife day out or a race .Sep 03, 2010
by Anonymous
Jun 11, 2010
350/370 hp, TH400, ragtop, tell me whats not to like? The looks I get when I am cruising. Man, this car rocks! I know the tech aspect isnt what a new Vette is, but I do most all work myself. can you say that about your 2002?Jun 11, 2010
by Robert H
Sep 22, 2008
what isnt there to like its a corvette convertible !?!?!
it can do crazy burnounts.it is almost 37 years old and it runs and drives like new.it costs alot to buy,drive,and maitain it but its definetly worth every penny. i dont think any car is more fun to drive.Sep 22, 2008
by Drew B
Sep 15, 2008
I love everything about this car, the styling, the performance and the busted knuckles I've gotten working on it. It's American! It'll last forever and it's faster than most ALL cars out there, especially Mustangs!
It fits me like a glove, drives like it's on rails and is faster than Mustangs. Did I say it was fast?Sep 15, 2008
by Gabriella M
Aug 06, 2008
I love my car more than people love their children. She's my baby. I bought her from my cousin as a college graduation present to myself and I've been working on her ever since. She's a blast to drive! Since she is older she does require frequent maintenence but I knew what I was getting in to. She's a classic! ;)Aug 06, 2008
by Nigel R
May 13, 2008
this is an all original 72 vette, 75k miles t-top.. cant complain.May 13, 2008
by Calvin V
May 02, 2008
I love the overall look of this car, but as you can see, it is far from road worthy. I just recently purchased an engine for it and will probably be bringing it out to school in the near future to start the restoration.May 02, 2008
by Emily E
Apr 14, 2008
I like this car a lot because my family owns one and my favorite color is green. It's a beauty and drives well, gets many stares.Apr 14, 2008
by Anonymous
Jul 11, 2007
It's fast and quite comfortable. It has the original interior and paint. Very quiet when driving. Excellent Corvette, for being 35 years of age.... Jul 11, 2007
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