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This magnificent 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible L76 is the ultimate collector grade C2. It's been certified by Corvette expert Al Grenning of Classic Car Affirmation Service. It's also achieved three NCRS Top Flight Awards scoring 100 points. Yes, this is 100 point car! For the model year 1965 a total of 15,378 Corvette Convertibles were produced. This example is one of only 5,011 total Corvettes produced with the “L76” option which was the 327/365 V8. This example is one of only 6,022 total Corvettes produced in Nassau Blue. This example retains its original VIN tag, original Trim Tag, original exterior color, original interior color, original engine, original transmission and original rear end. As the NCRS Shipping Data report documents the GM official production date was January 22, 1965. It was ordered with a 900FF- Nassau Blue exterior and 450BA- White and Blue vinyl interior. It was also ordered with the following options in order of code: A02- tinted windshield, C05- white convertible top, C07- auxiliary hard top, G81- positraction 3.70:1, J50- vacuum power brakes, L76- 327/356hp V8, M20-Muncie 4-speed manual transmission, N32- teak wood steering wheel, U69- AM/FM radio with power antenna and Z01-comfort and convenience group. The car was delivered to Young Chevrolet located in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. From the information gathered this car was a very original car prior to a meticulous nut and bolt frame off restoration. The car was the product of a high show quality restoration with many correct parts. The car was purchased by a gentleman from El Paso, Texas in 2010 that improved upon the car making it as correct as possible over a 5 year period. During this time he earned a NCRS Top Flight Award scoring 95.1 points at a Chapter event in 2013, a NCRS Top Flight Award scoring 98.8 points at a Regional event in 2015 and a NCRS Top Flight Award scoring 100 points at a National event in 2015. The NCRS Shipping Data Report, CCAS letter and certificates, NCRS judging sheets, certificates and ribbons, owner's manuals, original dealership brochure and new hard top stand are included. A new binder with detailed information about the vehicle including all the dates of the parts and miscellaneous receipts are also included. MS CLASSIC CARS purchased this car in February of 2025 and March of 2025 is the first time it's been listed for sale.
The exterior of this Corvette is absolutely stunning in every sense of the word. During the restoration it was stripped to bare fiberglass. The body is extremely straight with excellent gap lines throughout. It was refinished in its original color of Nassau Blue which is beautiful. This color in person appears like it has pearl in it which is stunning. The paint is high show quality and was recently detailed to a brilliant shine by the team at MS CLASSIC CARS. The door jams were refinished in the correct shade of color. It was outfitted with a new white convertible soft top which fits very nicely. It's also equipped with its original painted auxiliary hardtop which fits very nicely. Everything on the exterior was restored or replaced such as all the Soft-Ray stamped tinted glass, glass stainless trim, wiper arms, driver's side mirror, front bumpers, parking light bezels, headlights, door handles, antenna, tail light bezels, rear bumpers and emblems. The cars roll on 15” Kelsey Hayes steel wheels with spinner wheel covers. The wheels are mounted with 7.75-15 Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires. Everything on the exterior is in working order such as the flip-up headlights, parking lights, turn signals, brake lights, reverse lights and wipers.
The interior of this Corvette is also absolutely stunning in every sense of the word. It was refinished in its original color combination of White and Blue interior. This exterior and interior color combination is breathtaking. The cabin features two bucket seats upholstered in white vinyl as well as a contrasting blue dashboard and carpeting. Everything in the interior has been restored or replaced such as the wiring, door sills, rear view mirror, sun visors, dash, aluminum trim, gauges, clock, AM/FM radio, three-spoke wood steering wheel, console, door panels, seat belts and pedals. It's been outfitted with the correct style clear floor mats. Everything in the interior is in working order such as the gauges, clock, radio, horn and heating system.
The engine compartment is highly detailed throughout with many correct parts. The firewall, inner fenders and radiator support was refinished in the correct shade of black. The car is powered by the original matching numbers 327 “L76” engine. It was equipped from the factory with a single four barrel carburetor for a factory rating of 365 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. This engine runs and sounds awesome. The engine block was refinished in the correct shade of orange and was dressed with the correct valve covers and chrome air cleaner. The engine breathes through the correct style manifolds and side exhaust system. The engine is cooled by the correct style radiator which includes the GM stamped hose. The engine is coupled to the original matching numbers 4-speed manual transmission and Positraction limited slip rear end with 3.70 gears. This car has a full original matching numbers drivetrain. Upon completion factory assembly paint marks were applied. Power steering was added for drivability.
The undercarriage is also highly detailed throughout with many correct parts. The underside floors were left in the correct natural appearance. The frame was stripped, media blasted and refinished in the correct shade of black. The C2 was the first Corvette to offer fully independent suspension with upper and lower control arms at the front and a three-link setup with a transverse leaf spring at the rear. Braking is handled by four-wheel discs.
Everything underneath has been restored or replaced such as the steering, fuel tank, fuel lines, suspension and brakes. Upon completion factory assembly paint marks and stampings were applied.
PLEASE NOTE THIS A 100 POINT CAR AND ALL THE DATE CODE CORRECT PARTS ARE PICTURED IN THE PHOTO GALLERY.
