1965 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 327/300 COUPE

OVERVIEW

This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is powered by a documented numbers-matching 327ci/300hp V8 mated to the original four-speed Muncie M20 wide-ratio manual transmission. Finished in Rally Red over a Black vinyl interior, this NCRS-registered true survivor is now offered by the seller with original California black plates, documentation, the original driver-seat cushion, and a clear title.

Highlights

• 42,971 original miles according to the seller
• Interior is 99% original and paint is 70% original
• NCRS inspected, certified, and fully documented
• Four owners since new 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Idaho

EXTERIOR

• Rally Red paint 
• Pop-up headlights 
• Side vents 
• Driver-side chrome mirror
• Chrome bumpers 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• Knockoff wheels
• Whitewall tires 

INTERIOR

• Black vinyl upholstery
• Bucket seats
• Center console with manual shifter
• Wood-rimmed steering wheel
• Factory AM/FM stereo 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 160-mph speedometer
  • 7,000-rpm tachometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Water temperature
  • Battery
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 42,971 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt
  • True mileage according to the seller 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 327ci V8
  • 300 horsepower at 5,000 rpm 
  • 360 lb-ft torque at 3,200 rpm
  • 10.5:1 compression ratio 
  • Four-barrel carburetor 
  • Chrome air cleaner 

Transmission

• Four-speed Muncie M20 wide-ratio manual 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• 3.36 gears
• Dual exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• BUILD DATE, L2 - July 2, 1965
• STYLE, 437 - Coupe 
• PLANT, S - St. Louis, MO 
• TRIM, STD - Black vinyl upholstery
• PAINT, 900 UU - Rally Red

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor paint blemish at the driver-side rear fender well 
• Minor paint cracks in a couple of places
• Touch-up spots seen in the rear area and on both doors
• In need of a new oil pan gasket due to minor dripping  
• Lower driver-seat cushion upholstery replaced due to tear in seat from age
  • The original upholstery has been saved and may be repairable according to the seller

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Original California black plates 
• Documentation 
• Original driver-seat cushion 

VIDEO 

• Seller has included videos that show a walk-around inspection, engine tour, and a closer look at the undercarriage, which can be seen below