1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The Apex Collection · Lot F144

1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

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NCRS Top Flight, Matching-Numbers 427/400 HP V-8, Air Conditioning, Highly Optioned

Highlights

  • NCRS Top Flight award winner
  • Show quality frame-off restoration
  • Rare matching numbers L68 427/400 HP V-8 engine
  • Goodwood Green with White vinyl interior
  • Optional Frigidaire air conditioning
  • Powerglide automatic transmission
  • Desirable side exhaust
  • Headrests
  • Tinted glass
  • Power windows
  • Power steering
  • Power disc brakes
  • Rally wheels with Whiteline bias ply tires
  • Accompanied by judging sheets, awards and owner's manual

Specification

Year
1967
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Corvette
Exterior
Goodwood Green
Interior
White
Transmission
Automatic
Odometer
1,026 miles
Lot
F144

The Story

The 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray was the last Corvette of the second generation, and five years of refinements made it the best of the line. Several important changes marked the midyear Corvette’s evolution, but no change was greater than the introduction of the 427 CI engine. These big-block cars were the high-water mark of Corvette performance and refinement for the second-generation series of cars. The 427/400 HP L68 came standard from the factory with the Holley triple 2-barrel carburetor arrangement called Tri-Power. Only 2,101 Corvettes in 1967 received this rare engine option, which was a $305.50 cost.

Body changes were modest, with five smaller front fender vents replacing the three larger ones and the flat-finish rockers conferring a lower profile. New was a single back-up light mounted above the license plate, and the previous model’s wheel covers were exchanged for the new design. Interior alterations included revised upholstery and the hand brake moved from beneath the dash to between the seats.

This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a rare example of the three-deuce L68 427/400 HP big-block with air conditioning and a Powerglide automatic transmission. Its equipment complements the touring character with air conditioning, an AM/FM radio, tinted glass, power windows, power steering, power brakes and Rally wheels. The side exhaust adds a nice touch of style and performance to this beautiful Corvette.

This second-generation Corvette was the recipient of a frame-off restoration to concours standards that has been documented in pictures. The car has been refinished in Goodwood Green, which is complemented by a white interior and white convertible soft top. The striking white interior features the very rare headrest option. The Corvette is powered by a matching-numbers 427/400 HP Tri-Power V-8 and Powerglide automatic transmission. With its beautiful restoration, it has gone on to win an NCRS Top Flight Award and comes with judging sheets.

With the combination of the optional L68 powerhouse engine, air conditioning, the Powerglide automatic transmission and a frame-off restoration, this beautiful 1967 Corvette would be an excellent addition to any Bowtie enthusiast’s garage, and it is accompanied by the NCRS Top Flight Award, owner’s manual and judging sheets.

The Films

Photography · 85 frames