1968 Chevrolet Corvette

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1968 Chevrolet Corvette Big Block (NOM) with L88/L89 Aluminum Heads and Side Pipes

Great Options - Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, '68 Only Telescopic Steering Column, Leather Interior, Transistor Ignition, Gill Inserts, Original Heavy Duty 3.70 Rear, Original Muncie 4-Speed

Did you ever want to own a 427/435 tri-power Corvette with L88/L89 aluminum “snowflake” heads but not pay the high price?  Well, here's your chance…….

Here are the clues that this Corvette was originally built at the factory as a 427/435hp car; 6,500 RPM tach, GM Big Block Hood, Rear Sway Bar, Single Fuel Line, No Overflow Tank, Four Core Radiator, Heavy Duty Rear 

No documentation (no build sheet, no window sticker, no POP)

I welcome and respect the opinion of all the knowledgeable Corvette die-hards and please send me messages if there are other ways to determine a true big block 427/435hp car

CONDITION:

Paint: Original color is Safari Yellow according to door plate. Current blue paint is in fair condition, shows age with scratches, peeling and some cracking.  Antenna area needs minor fiberglass repair. Pictures are better than actual. 

Purpose built 427/435 L89 NOM Engine - 1970 454 4-bolt main, Stamped CE0A61162; Casting Number 3963512; GM Aluminum “Snowflake” Manifold 3937797, GM L88/L89 Aluminum “Snowflake” Heads, Tri-power carbs (List 3629 & 3680), GM Air Cleaner (stamped inside)

Engine specs and misc details - Engine was built in 1995, rebuilt with standard size cleaned & polished steel crank, 7/16 dimple LS6 connecting rods, TRW 11:1 pistons one size over, Comp Cams blueprinted 427/425hp cam, heads redone, engine balanced (have receipts)

Distributor: Transistor distributor

Heads:  GM “Snowflake” L88/L89 Heads

Rally Wheels: 7x8 and includes center caps with trim rings (not shown in pics)

Gas Door: Correct 1968 one year only gas door lid with correct rivits

Leather Interior:  Very nice condition, no tears in the seats or cracking on the door panels, carpet is nice, all gauges work except for the clock.  Original steering wheel is available and included in the sale

Tach: Original GM 6,500 Redline – Unique to 435 HP cars in 1968

Emergency brake: Operates as intended

Hood: GM big block hood

Bumpers: Good driver quality with no dents or major issues

Frame & undercarriage: Frame is solid, zero rot, looks good 

Transmission and clutch: Original Muncie transmission, clutch operates as intended

Power brakes: Operates as intended

Power steering: Operates as intended

Telescopic steering column: Functions as intended

Headlights: Function correctly

Windshield wipers and door: Wiper door needs maintenance, not currently operating

Convertible top: Nice condition

Birdcage: Looks good

Registration: Transferable NYS registration

Mileage: 61,000 - Exempt, Odometer not operating, not actual mileage

I'm a Corvette hobbyist and have listed the above to the best of my ability and it is highly recommended to make arrangements to view the vehicle prior to purchasing. Please do your research, review pictures, confirm/read entire listing and ask questions prior to bidding. 

Additional pictures available

Will assist in loading the car for transport

Car currently registered, titled (transferable registration) and insured in NYS

Please save and search on my ID kstan99 for rare OEM and NOS GM Parts 

Picture for C2 Side pipe system is an Ad for my GM parts thus not included with purchase of this vehicle

On Jan-01-22 at 17:56:51 PST, seller added the following information:

Actual receipt for cam specs (please disregard previous picture that is posted as I can't take it down)

Also published at eBay.com

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