Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this restored 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Roadster with a matching #'s Big Block 427cid/390HP L36 V8 'LM'
code engine matched to a 4 speed Super Muncie M20 wide ratio manual
transmission amp; with side pipes! The car is extremely striking in
its 'Le Mans Blue' color paint with a 'Black Standard' interior
trim.The car boasts it's matching #'s L36 427/390HP correct 'LM'
code engine with date coded correct 3935439 casting # with VIN #
stamped on the engine pad; 4 speed manual transmission, BB rear end
for 4 spd 427 with HD sway bars amp; tapped differential yokes with
bolt on caps.Original Factory options include:L36 427ci, 390hp
engine 4 spd Muncie Manual TransmissionAir Conditioning Power
Brakes Hidden Headlights, roll up and work perfect.Fully restored
with very straight body and door to birdcage fitment.Repaint in 'Le
Mans Blue' colorInterior is standard Black color.All mechanics are
excellent.In 1966, the 427 cubic inch was introduced in the
Corvette and all 427 engine cars received special hoods. The high
performance solid lifter 427 was initially listed at 450HP but for
reasons unclear the rating, not the actual output, was reduced to
425HP shortly after introduction. It is also of note that some
390HP engines were rated at 400HP. Backup lights became standard
and were incorporated into the existing rear inboard taillight
housings.For 1968, both the Corvette body and interior were
completely redesigned. As before, the car was available in either
coupe or convertible models, but the coupe was fitted with a
near-vertical removable rear window and removable roof T-Top roof
panels. Included with coupes were hold down straps and a pair of
vinyl bags to store the roof panels and the headlamps moved into
position via a vacuum operated system rather than electrically as
on the previous generation, and new hide-away windshield wipers
utilized a vacuum door. The door handles were flush with the top of
the doors with a separate release button. Front fenders had
functional engine cooling vents. It would prove to be the long
lived successor to the second generation (1963-67) years and was
oftern referred to by enthusiasts as the 'Shark' with no initial
model designation at first, but which later became known as the
'Stingray' from 1969 onwards. The new T-Top 'Notchback' Coupe would
prove very popular and go on to outsell the top-selling convertible
for the first time in the marques history. The somewhat freer
breathing early engines of 1968-70 are the most collectible and
desirable today with the Big Blocks obviously proving eminently
desirable.This particular example is the beneficiary of a no
expense spared restoration and is presented in a beautiful repaint
in the 'Le Mans Blue' color and looks extremely striking with a
Black interior. The car must be driven and seen to be truly
appreciated - drives straight as an arrow with no strange road
wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable daily driver that
will give any modern day sports car a run for it's money! The 4
speed manual transmission shifts smoothly through all the gears and
the temperature always remains cool!This is a rare opportunity to
own a great daily driving of the second year of the third
generation Corvette, a matching #'s 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
427/390HP Big Block Convertible with PB amp; PS amp; the 4 speed
Muncie manual transmission with side pipes!
