Vehicle Description
6471 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
"Uncap it! The Corvette convertible takes the same basic Sting Ray
idea with the lid off and turns into top down driving for two. And
there are different ways to put the top down. Soft top or removable
hardtop, pick either one as standard or order them together at
extra cost. Be yourself! A lot of extra cost features aren't needed
to make Corvette driving more enthusiastic, comfortable and
convenient. But just in case, for the sports car connoisseur,
here's a list of special items that can be ordered." The 1968 sales
brochure then goes on to list dozens of possible options. The
variables are endless!
For consignment, a 1968 Chevrolet Corvette convertible in a hot
shade of red, a 427ci V8 under the hood, numbers matching
transmission, and the optional hardtop to go with it. If you're
looking for the ultimate car for a Corvette summer, or for any fair
weathered day, take a close look at this classic American sports
car.
Exterior
Two stage Torch Red was used when this car went through a
restoration about 30 years ago, and it still looks great. The front
features a wrap around chrome bumper and grille surround, and the
shine is picked up by a bright metal body sill between the wheels,
which are 15-inch Chevrolet Rally wheels. Low profile and
aerodynamic, the stance is typical Vette with a long hood in front
of a short cab and a tail that is abrupt in its vertical
termination, highlighted by an upturned spoiler, fully integrated
into the bodywork. Functional louvers are incorporated behind the
front wheels and allow hot air to escape through the shark-like
gill openings. An induction hood was specific to the 427's and dual
exhaust emerges from the flat rear fascia. Our tan canvas top and
its plastic window are in great condition as are the lens, glass,
and emblems. Imperfections are limited to some flex checking in the
paint and a few scratches.
Interior
Wonderfully molded saddle colored door cars are sporty, practical,
and clean. Leather was an option over the standard vinyl and this
car is now fitted with lovely tan, high backed leather bucket seats
in a stitched pattern surrounded by color matched piping. Brown
deep twist carpeting covers the cargo area and the cabin in fine
fashion and the footwell walls are unmarred. A thick 3 spoke
steering wheel fronts dual gauges in the sightline of the driver
while a wall of five smaller gauges make up the center console
where the AM/FM radio still resides. A row of indicator lights
leads off on the center console that also houses the climate
controls and of course, the shifter, in this case a Hurst unit is
just above the printed plaque that reminds you of engine size,
horsepower, torque, and compression ratio. The plastic around the
dash and center console is in great condition and usually an area
that shows wear, but not here.
Drivetrain
A date correct 427ci V8 is under the hood and in absolute show
condition. It is fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor and tied to its
numbers matching Muncie M21 4-speed manual transmission sending
power back to 3.36 gears with Positraction. According to the 1968
sales brochure, this is the first American production car to offer
disc brakes on all four wheels and although google will argue, this
car does have power disc brakes on all four wheels.
Undercarriage
Very, very clean underneath with no surface rust to note and only
slight build up around the grease fittings. The dual exhaust
encounters stock style mufflers before heading out through sculpted
coves in the rear valance via angle cut chrome tips. Coil spring
suspension is up front while the rear is more complex with a frame
anchored differential, tubular driveshafts, transverse strut rods,
and transverse leaf spring.
Drive-Ability
A fair weathered Morgantown day allowed us to experience this pure
American sports car in full sun and with a masterful roar. The big
V8 pushed this car onto the test loop with obvious power and
acceleration on hand, good visibility, and of course, great
handling. There are lots of gauges and lights to check and we
scrolled our checklist to find only a few faults. The reverse
lights, located on the rear valance, are not working nor does the
horn. Finally, the brakes are a bit soft and in a car with this
much power, that's something to pay attention to.
There's not much more iconic in the car world than a red sports
car, whether it comes from Italy or America. Years before emission
regulations choked out the power of future Corvettes, the '68 427
was the one to have and maybe you were a 10 year-old who fell in
love with its lines. Your paper route could not have paid for one
back then and you didn't have a driver's license, but you're in a
different place now and this fine example is configured as original
and it's your opportunity to live out your 56 year old dream. If
it's fate that brought you to this V8, do not hesitate and
call.
194678S416420
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
67-Convertible
8-1968
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
416420-Sequential Unit Number
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