This 1963 Split Window Corvette is a rare and highly coveted example, featuring a stunning black-on-black color combination that remains one of the most sought-after in the classic car market.
Under the hood, the 327 cubic inch L84 V8 engine with Rochester fuel injection generates 360 horsepower, delivering precise throttle response and improved fuel efficiency. A 4-speed manual transmission, equipped with a synchronized system, ensures seamless gear shifts, allowing the driver to harness the full potential of the 327 V8’s powerband. The mechanical Rochester fuel injection system, a breakthrough innovation in 1963, optimizes air-fuel mixture, contributing to superior performance and reliability.
The interior is in near-perfect condition, appearing almost unused. It showcases a driver-centric cabin with luxurious touches, including original-style bucket seats upholstered in supple leather and authentic period details throughout.
Built on a lightweight yet rigid ladder-type chassis, this Corvette combines steel for strength and fiberglass for weight reduction, enhancing agility and acceleration. The car also boasts an independent rear suspension, a significant advancement for its time, along with an independent coil spring setup in the front and a transverse leaf spring at the rear, delivering a refined balance of comfort and control.
Maintaining its period-correct authenticity, this Corvette is equipped with four-wheel drum brakes. Though it lacks modern disc brakes, the original system is well-suited to the car’s weight and performance expectations, especially when expertly tuned.
If you’re searching for a genuine 1963 Split Window survivor, this example is a standout choice, offering classic appeal and true authenticity without disappointment. Canadian tax is not applicable.
