Vehicle Description
The split-window Corvette. The Holy Grail of fiberglass sports
cars. A one-year wonder that was hated when it was new and
treasured by collectors today for the very same reason. And this
might be your only chance to get one for under six figures, so
don't hesitate, just fulfil that dream you've always had and put
this numbers-matching split-window coupe in your garage.
This Saddle Tan Corvette certainly has the right look. Clean,
chiseled, and definitely game-changing. Just imagine the way this
car must have turned the world upside-down when it hit the streets!
Wearing what appears to be an older repaint in its original code
963 Saddle Tan, it's got a bit of patina that seems to work well on
vintage 'Vettes. No major issues, mind you, just a bit of character
that it wears well and which seems to enhance its casual
performance image. There's no evidence that it has ever been
wrecked and obviously Corvette bodies don't rust, and it fits
together about the way it would have when it was new, suggesting an
easy life over the past 55 years (has it been that long already?).
A few scratches and nicks, which are signs that it's been used
properly, and some fading on the chrome, but quite honestly, when
you show up in a split-window 'Vette, nobody's looking at the
flaws. They are, however, looking at the dude behind the wheel and
wishing they were he.
The matching Saddle interior is like the exterior: a little wear
but very functional and appealing. Those are reproduction seat
covers that have the right look, although the rest might just be
original. The woodgrained steering wheel frames a set of
beautifully finished gauges that have to have been restored and the
view down that pointed hood is like no other in the motoring
kingdom. You'll note this car carries relatively rare power
windows, which is a nice addition to a luxury-oriented 'Vette like
this, and the original AM radio remains in the center of the dash.
The door panels are likewise too nice to be original but quite
accurately replicate the original look, and sliding behind the
wheel always feels like a special occasion. Load it up and head out
on your next road trip and learn just how exciting the world can be
when you're driving a '63 Corvette!
It's powered by its original, numbers-matching 327 cubic inch
engine, and even in standard tune, it makes a robust 300
horsepower. The engine bay is very nicely detailed with Chevy
Orange paint, a chrome air cleaner with correct twin snorkels, and
rams-horn exhaust manifolds. Recent work includes a new fuel pump,
starter, hoses and gaskets, and some wiring, so it's ready to
enjoy. It snaps to life with a turn of the key and a small block
Chevy V8 is still the most entertaining way to get from Point A to
Point B. The 2-speed PowerGlide automatic transmission shifts well
and doesn't dilute the power one bit, and comes with both power
steering and power brakes. The undercarriage shows off decades of
living in a warm climate; it's original, not restored. There are
new service parts here and there, but this is how an unabused
'Vette looks. The exhaust has a nice V8 rumble and it's wearing a
set of aluminum knock-off wheels that were technically available in
1963 but no cars were ever delivered with them due to casting
issues. Recent 205/75/15 whitewall radials ensure it rides and
handles its best.
Documented with a ton of receipts, a $125,000 appraisal, and title
records, this is a no-stories split-window that's ready to enjoy.
Call today!