Vehicle Description
1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
"Small block V8 engines were introduced in 1955 but the country
needed a larger and more powerful engine to run medium sized trucks
and heavier cars that were at that time in the design stage. After
making the 427 engine an option in Chevrolet cars, the 427 engine
took a back seat until 1966 when Chevrolet developed another two
versions of the 427 which was the beginning of the second
generation of the 427 engine. The first version had a low
compression ratio of 10.25 to 1 with a four barrel carburetor
offering 390 horsepower rating. The second also featured the same
carburetor as the first but a higher compression ratio of 11 to 1
allowing it to push to 425 horsepower." Thanks
to427chevyenginehistory.com
For consignment, a 1968 Chevrolet Corvette coupe with a numbers
matching 427 and its number matching Muncie M20 behind it. The
motor was rebuilt in 1988 around the same time the body was
repainted and now presents as a shining example with 19 trophies
under its belt including nine first place wins. This example comes
to our Hallowed Halls with 77,043 title verified miles on the
odometer and is glimpse back into what the car culture was doing in
the mid to late 1980's.
Exterior
This great American sports car is finished in Dark Garnet Red, a
rich color that enables metal accents to pop and there are several
notable ones including the trim inside the fender gills, the epic
flat, horizontal door handle, the front and rear bumpers which hug
the body, and of course the 15-inch Cragar SS wheels that wear 60
series tires. Then there are the side pipes with a ribbed exterior
that alternates polished metal with garnet stripes that is a nice
touch and only accentuates the square polished tips that face
downward instead of outward. The hood veers from the typical 427
configuration and is more Baldwin/Stinger style with cubic inch
emblems on the side, while out back, smooth, shiny tail lights now
occupy the orbital openings for the quad lights. The flat rear
panel is complemented by the flared fenders and wide tires that
create an aggressive and muscular Corvette stance. Imperfections
include some paint chips and areas of paint bubbling and
cracks.
Interior
Sixties simplicity starts on the door panels which are as much
artistic as they are functional, utilizing sculpted plastic and
black vinyl for structure and a jutting armrest that terminates in
a door handle. Tall bucket seats in stitch patterned black vinyl
look to be in great shape and with their textured inserts, fit
snugly into their spaces just as the armrest contours around them
in a nice design cue. A caramel colored wood rim surrounds polished
spokes on the steering wheel and leads to the dual gauge
presentation in front of the driver, while there's five more gauges
to read in the center, and it all looks very clean and fresh. An
AM/FM radio is on hand followed by a row of small indicator lights,
just before the center console begins and provides a base to the
Hurst T-handle shifter behind vent controls, all impressively
clean. Black loop carpet covers the floor and the rear cargo area
while black vinyl and plastic coat the T-tops above.
Drivetrain
At the heart of the matter is the numbers matching 427ci V8, rated
at 390 horsepower and wearing chrome valve covers on an orange
intake and block. A Holley 4-barrel carburetor is perched on top
just under a Moroso pancake air filter which picks up on the metal
braided hoses. It's very clean, although with fine detailing, the
engine could really shine. Meanwhile, the numbers matching Muncie
M20 4-speed manual transmission is behind it all, sending power to
the 3.08 rear end with Positraction. Disc brakes are found front
and rear.
Undercarriage
Body colored A-arms and an orange oil pan provide some color to the
clean but uniformly gray underside. Minimal surface rust is found,
along with some oil drops on the pan. Dual exhaust runs a short
distance to the side pipes and suspension consists of coil springs
in front with a transverse leaf spring and complex, frame anchored
differential unit with tubular axle drive shafts in back.
Drive-Ability
The big 427 doesn't disappoint both in its ability to start and the
sound it puts out, thanks to those pipes on the side. The cabin is
an absolute jet fighter, and such a departure from the passenger
cars of the era, or any other era for that matter. Fantastic
acceleration is met with stupendous handling and braking, and we're
pleased to report that all functions, including the array of
gauges, works as intended. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
The highly desirable big block Corvette is one we never tire of
seeing here at Classic Auto Mall and this is a fantastic example
that likely won't last long. Aside from the great paint, clean
interior, and rust free underside, this car has two magic words
that mean a lot. Numbers matching. And not just the engine or
transmission, but both! That's rare, collectible, and coveted.
Look, we know your heart is pounding, so we'll end it here so you
can call the mall and get the car you've always wanted!
888-227-0914
194378S412325
1-Chevrolet
94-Corvette
37-Coupe
8-1968
S-St. Louis, MO Assy Plant
412325-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
C26-March 26th
TRIM STD-Black Vinyl
PAINT 983-British Green
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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