Vehicle Description
1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible - 327ci V8 - 4 Speed Manual
Transmission - 68k Miles Shown - Red Over Red Interior The 1963
model year marked the beginning of the C2 era of the Chevrolet
Corvette bringing on an array of technological advancements and
improvements that drew nearly as much attention as it had when the
Corvette was first introduced in in 1953. Developmental cues came
from several GM projects led by now legendary GM designers; Chevy's
GM Ed Cole and the Q-Project, famed engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov and
his 1959 lightweight, open-wheel, single-seat CERV I concept and GM
designer Bill Mitchell's Sting Ray racer. Design cues from all
these vehicles would be integrated into the company's experimental
design program titled the XP-720. The focus was on improved
passenger comfort and luggage space as well as improved driving and
handling performance. In short, the XP-720 project was earmarked to
deliver superior performance over previous Corvettes. This program
represented the final lap in the development that would be the 1963
Corvette Stingray's developmental journey. Notably, the 1963
Stingray was aerodynamically optimized, and the interior got equal
attention as did the exterior in terms of aerodynamics. The new
Stingray model featured twice the steel support in its central
structure. However, a reduction in fiberglass thickness not only
countered the extra weight, but also left the new Stingray slightly
lighter than the previous Corvettes. The cockpit was stronger and
safer, thanks to the reinforced steel girder. Also, the interior
was quite roomy despite the tighter wheelbase. The 1963 Stingray
was offered as a coupe and convertible, both of which had the same
specifications right from the fiberglass-body-steel-ladder-frame
chassis. The updated rear end comprised the CERV1-inspired
independently sprung suspensions by half shafts and a transverse
leaf spring. The front suspension was mostly carried over from the
previous Corvettes and comprised unequal A-Arms and a standard
anti-roll bar. The coupes are now legendary featuring a split rear
window, two unmissable features that made the car stand out,
drawing just about everyone's attention. Despite the prototypical
vibe around the car, the split rear window turned out to be a
design flaw as it obstructed rearward vision. GM got rid of the
design in the 1964 model, and now, the split window is a hot
collector's item. However, when you think of Corvettes it is the C2
convertible that enthusiasts are drawn to; the image of cruising
two lane highways across the American landscape with the top down
and the roar of that V8 under the hood is now the true Corvette
driving experience. Featured here is an opportunity to own and
experience that car that is the core of the Corvette driving
experience. When it comes to Corvette's it doesn't come more iconic
then a little red Corvette. This car has been treated to an older
restoration and the paint on this car has been well applied over
professionally executed body work. The finish has been well
maintained and presents with a deep shine. The stainless-steel trim
and chrome bumpers likewise have been well kept and still shimmer
with a deep luster. The white convertible top is clean and shows
very little wear. This car also features the Kelsey-Hayes aluminum
knock off wheels wrapped in white wall radial tires. Inside the
cabin, the dash very much represents the cockpit of early aircraft
which no doubt explains the attraction of test pilots and
astronauts of the time. The red interior was treated to a full
restoration some years ago with new upholstery, carpet and dash pad
and while is showing some light wear still presents well.
Additional options include the teak wood wheel and AM/FM radio. The
AM/FM radio is an aftermarket unit that presents as stock and plays
AM/FM and will play music from other sources via Bluetooth and has
a set of 9 speakers installed in the kick panels. Under the hood
this Stingray is