1968 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE L71 427/435

OVERVIEW

This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is powered by a reportedly matching numbers L71 427/435 V8 with Tri-Power induction mated to a reportedly matching numbers 4-speed Muncie manual transmission. Finished in LeMans Blue over a black vinyl interior, this Corvette features power steering, power brakes, power windows, Rally wheels, and a removable hardtop. The seller states the vehicle received a frame-on restoration prior to current ownership and shows 7,635 miles on the odometer.  This convertible 'Vette comes with the owners manual, information on the carburetors, removeable hardtop and a clear title.

Highlights

• Matching Numbers L71 427/435 V8 engine
• Tri-Power induction system
• Winters aluminum cylinder heads and intake manifold
• Matching numbers Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
• Removable hardtop
• Power steering, power brakes, and power windows
• Frame-on restoration completed prior to current ownership

Ownership History

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Gladstone, OR

EXTERIOR

• LeMans Blue exterior paint, changed from Corvette Bronze
• Black convertible soft top
• Chrome bumpers
• Dual chrome mirrors
• Rally wheels
• Removable hardtop included

WHEELS AND TIRES

• Rally wheels
• BFGoodrich Radial tires
• Front tire size: P235/60R15
• Rear tire size: P255/60R15

INTERIOR

• Black vinyl interior, changed from Tobacco Brown
• Factory bucket seats
• Power windows
• Aftermarket radio and rear speakers installed

INSTRUMENTS

• Stock instrumentation including 160-mph speedometer and 7,000-rpm tachometer
• Fuel level gauge
• Engine temperature gauge
• Oil pressure gauge
• Amp meter gauge
• Clock

Odometer shows 7,635 miles
• Title reads mileage exempt
• Title in transit

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Matching numbers 427/435 V8 engine
• 3916321 block dated January 10, 1968
• Seller states engine is original and numbers matching
• Winters aluminum cylinder heads
• Winters aluminum intake manifold
• Factory Tri-Power induction system
• Carburetors rebuilt in 2024

Transmission

• Matching numbers Muncie 4-speed manual transmission
• Factory VIN-stamped transmission
• Heavy-duty Positraction rear differential
• 3.70 rear gear ratio

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST

• Independent front suspension with unequal-length control arms and coil springs
• Independent rear suspension with transverse leaf spring and half-shafts
• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes
• Front and rear sway bars
• Power steering
• Heavy-duty Positraction rear differential

TRIM TAG DECODER

• G16 – Body build date: July 16, 1968 
• Trim 435 – Tobacco Brown vinyl interior
• Paint 992 – Corvette Bronze exterior paint

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Minor touch-up marks on exterior
• Crack on passenger-side rear fender
• Original radio replaced with aftermarket unit

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE

• Original owner’s manual
• Available service records documenting carburetor work
• Removable hardtop

ADDITIONAL NOTES 

• Title is currently in transit 

DEALER NOTE

• The selling dealer has posted the following disclaimer:
  • All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation fees, and any emissions testing charges. The price for listed vehicles as equipped does not include charges such as License, Title, Registration Fees, State or Local Taxes, Dealer Prep, Smog Fees, Credit Investigation, Optional Credit Insurance, Physical Damage of Liability insurance, or Delivery Fees. This dealer makes no representations, expressed or implied, to any actual or prospective purchaser or owner of this vehicle as to the existence, ownership, accuracy, description, or condition of the listed vehicle’s equipment, accessories, price, specials, or any warranties. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to the sale of this vehicle. Acquisition fees, destination charges, tag, title, and other fees and incentives are not included in this calculation. Oregon DA9679.