This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette is an unrestored survivor that has been parked since the late 1970s. The owner has revived this classic and has returned it to a roadworthy state. He has decided that the time has come for it to head to a new home so that someone else can add to the reading of 29,000 miles that currently shows on the odometer. Located in Prosper, Texas, you will find the Corvette listed for sale here on eBay. Solid bidding action has pushed the price to $44,444, although the reserve hasn’t been met.

The owner refers to this Corvette’s color combination as rare, and indeed, only 2,311 cars rolled off the production line in that year wearing Mosport Green paint. Although it did receive some paint correction as part of the revival process, the Corvette has never undergone any paint work. It presents well, with no significant flaws or problems. The fiberglass shows no cracks or issues, while the single photo that the owner supplies of the underside reveal a frame that wears little more than the occasional dusting of surface corrosion. If the vehicle is considered purely a driver-quality survivor, the chrome and trim look to be very acceptable, while the Soft Ray tinted glass is free from scratches and chips.

If a buyer walked into their Chevrolet dealership in 1966 to order a Corvette in Mosport Green, they had the choice of an interior trimmed in Black or Green. This Corvette features the latter, and it is this trim and the exterior color that leads to the claims of relative rarity. I haven’t been able to confirm exact figures on this, but we know that the number will be less than 2,311. That represents around 8.3% of total Corvette production for that model year. This interior not only presents well but is also claimed to be completely original and unrestored. There is no appreciable wear on the seats or wheel, while the carpet is in excellent condition for its age. The remaining upholstered surfaces present nicely, as do the dash and console. There have been no aftermarket additions, and everything works as it should with two exceptions. The original owner ordered the Corvette with an AM/FM radio, and neither it nor the antenna function.

The original owner ordered this classic with a pretty desirable drivetrain combination. It included the L79 version of the mighty 327ci V8, a 4-speed M21 manual transmission, and a Posi rear end. With the L79 producing 350hp, the Corvette would be a lively performer. The journey down the ¼ mile should take 14.3 seconds, while the ‘Vette would eventually wind its way to 137mph. This is a numbers-matching classic, and it has been recently revived after sitting in storage since the 1970s. The owner has fitted a new carburetor as part of the process, but the original component is included in the deal. He also installed new tires and a new battery, and he is so confident of the Corvette’s overall health that he says that the buyer can expect to fly in and drive this classic home. Included is all of this car’s original paperwork, including the Owner’s Manual, Protect-O-Plate, and Window Sticker. The odometer reads 29,000 miles, and the owner claims that this is genuine. He doesn’t indicate whether he holds evidence to verify this, but I wouldn’t be surprised if he does.

When you look at this 1966 Corvette and consider what it offers, it’s easy to see why there have already been 24 bids submitted. There is still plenty of time left on this auction, which means that the bidding will almost certainly go significantly higher. I believe that it will probably sail past $50,000, and if there are enough people who want to own it badly enough, it could potentially nudge $60,000. One thing is sure: provided the reserve is met, someone will soon own a great survivor that is sure to appreciate in the coming years.