Vehicle Description
This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette packs a smart-running 350 and a
4-speed that's a joy to run through the gears, reminding us all why
it's been America's favorite 2-seater for more than sixty
years.
Wearing code 988 Marlboro Maroon, this isn't an in-your-face car.
Good fiberglass underneath is a big part of the equation, and while
the paint job is fairly old, it looks decent from 10 feet away. The
doors fit well, the edges are crisp and well-defined, and there's
no arguing with the timeless good looks of a C2. Up close, you can
see some signs of age, but that's part of why this car is so
affordable today. Marlboro Maroon was the third most popular color
in 1967 and it's easy to see why, as it gives the Corvette a sporty
but subtle look that tells you all you need to know about why these
cars are so special. Take it to the track on one day and to the
office the next; Marlboro Maroon does both equally well. Chrome was
still in style and it looks right on the Corvette, with shiny
bumpers, bright rocker panel trim, and, of course, the four round
taillights with their bullet-shaped lenses. And while it's not a
split-window, the rear window is still virtually unobtainable;
fortunately it's in great shape along with the other EZ-I
glass.
The interior is also correctly restored in code STD black vinyl,
which does a pretty darned good impression of leather. In fact,
those might even be older leather seat covers from the restoration
many years ago, and while they have some definite age on them, it's
kind of a pleasant broken-in look that suggests this 'Vette was
used as intended. Matching black carpets and door panels look right
and the lovely woodgrained steering wheel adds a bit of warmth to
the cabin. There's a vertically-oriented AM/FM/cassette radio in
the center stack, and you'll note that this car originally came
with factory A/C, although it needs to be serviced to be fully
operational. The big, round gauges are likely original and their
lenses show a little fading but there are clear, crisp markings on
their faces so freshening them would be a snap. In back, there's
actually decent storage space for road trips, an activity for which
this car is ideally suited.
The engine is a 350 cubic inch small block, a few cubes bigger than
the original 327 but still an easy fit. It has been rebuilt with a
few extras that make it a superb runner, including an aluminum
intake manifold and upgraded 4-barrel carburetor. Obviously it's
been detailed correctly with Chevy Orange paint and dressed up with
chrome items throughout the engine bay. Turn the key and it barks
to life through headers and a throaty stock-style exhaust system
and judging by the car's overall condition, it's been a reliable
travelling partner for years, so you know it's dialed-in. The
4-speed slots neatly through the gears, spinning the original rear
end, which feels like it has 3.36 gears inside. The chassis is
quite original but doesn't show any critical issues, and all 1967
models came with 4-wheel disc brakes and a fully independent
suspension, so it feels modern out on the road. Familiar Rally
wheels look fantastic and wear 205/75/15 Goodyear whitewall radials
for an authentic touch.
Forget show cars and pedigrees, this is a Corvette that's all about
driving. The price is right and you could freshen it a bit to add
value, but just don't forget to get in and have some fun. Isn't
that why you own a Corvette in the first place? Call today!