Vehicle Description
The Corvette continued to charge ahead year after year with new
improvements and added horsepower! The faux hood vents were
removed, replaced by a trio of fender vents that more effectively
reduced engine heat. The wheel covers were redesigned. New for 1965
was a 396ci/425hp big block that essentially replaced the more
expensive 327ci/375hp Fuel-Injected option, which was phased out
the following year. Also new were standard 4-wheel disc brakes for
added stopping power along with optional side-mounted exhaust
systems. These enhancements made for a successful production year
in Chevrolet showrooms with 23,564 Corvettes produced, of which
only 8,186 were in coupe form!
Offered here is a 1965 Chevrolet Corvette L76 Coupe! It is
refinished in Rally Red (originally FF- Nassau Blue) with a STD-
Black Vinyl interior. It retains its original, number's matching
L76 327ci V8 small block factory rated at 365 horsepower, 4-speed
manual transmission, and AP-coded 4.11 Posi-Traction rear axle
ratio! It went through a comprehensive body-on restoration in
approximately 2015! Options include power-assisted disc brakes,
power steering, power windows, rear window ventilator, upgraded
AM/FM/Cassette radio with rear compartment speakers, power antenna,
heater/defrost, and day/night rearview mirror, brand new 15"
aluminum knock-off wheels wearing fresh 1" radial whitewall tires
measuring 215/70R15.
Engine cast code: 3782870
Engine cast date: L 22 4 (December 22nd, 1964)
Engine date stamp: F1228HH (December 28th, 1964- 327ci/365hp with
manual transmission)
Engine VIN stamp: 5106055
Heads: 3782461
Transmission code: 3851325 (1964-1965 Muncie case) No VIN stamp
noted
Rear axle code: AP 12 16 64 (December 16th, 1964)
More recently in 2021, the engine received a complete disassembly,
cleaning, and full rebuild. The "double hump" heads were machined
and treated to a full valve job, all new valve guides, springs,
roller rockers, and hydraulic lifters. The block retains the stock
pistons with new rings, upgraded hydraulic camshaft & cam bearings,
all new main and rod bearings, stock crank, new oil pump, new Quick
Fuel Technologies Brawler 650cfm carburetor with mechanical
secondaries & electric choke, rebuilt water pump, new thermostat,
chrome alternator, all new hoses & clamps, and gaskets throughout!
A new Old Air Products air conditioning system was added during the
engine-out process, adding to a more comfortable driving experience
in the summer months. It operates extremely well!
The transmission was fully rebuilt with new synchros, resurfaced
flywheel, scatter shield, Hurst short-throw shifter, and
Centerforce clutch. It was also fitted with a full chambered
exhaust system for a terrific sound! Today it has less than 100
miles driven since completion! The rubber suspension components,
all brakes hoses and brake pads were all replaced within the last 5
years. Please feel free to call with questions, special requests,
or to schedule a physical inspection! Thanks for looking!
