1968 Corvette convertible with big block engine and 4 speed. This restored Corvette is the perfect car for those drivers who do not need a numbers matching car. The engine has been replaced with a completely rebuilt 454 cubic inch motor bored 0.030 inch oversize with new pistons, rings, rod bearings, main bearings and other internal components. A partial list follows. Shaw City Engine Works aluminum rectangular port cylinder heads, Weiand Stealth dual plane intake manifold, Lunati Voodoo 268/276 camshaft, Comp Cams roller rocker arms, Crane Cams valve springs, retainers, locks and spring seats, JEGS timing set, QFT 750 cfm carburetor, KMJ HEI distributor, Hedman exhaust headers Summit electric fuel pump, Champion 4 row aluminum radiator with electric fan. Engine produces over 500 hp.
Other features: Body kit from Ecklers to allow use of 20 inch wheels on back and 18 inch wheels on front, Muncie 4 speed transmission with Hurst shifter and linkage, ACT clutch and pressure plate, 3.36 posi-traction rear axle, front suspension strut brace, front and rear suspension completely re-built, new steering gear, drilled brake rotors, new brake calipers, new gauges on dash, new wiring harness, powerful stereo with modern technology and 1968 appearance, excellent convertible top, non-power steering and non-power brakes, 4K miles on engine, miles on car body unknown, excellent Rally Red paint and interior upholstery, car build date is October 16,1967.
If you are looking for a nice top-down third generation Corvette convertible you can buy a cheap car and spend the next year fixing problems and buying parts. Or.... you can buy this car where the work is done and all you need to do is turn the key, start the car and drive. The asking price does not cover even half of the cost of the parts installed on the car. The car is located in Catlett, Virginia. Come have a test drive.
