327/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette

While the C2 Corvette was a genuine hard-edged sports car, it was possible for potential buyers to select the right set of options that offered decent performance levels with a relaxed driving experience. That is the choice that the original owner made with this 1964 Corvette, and now could be the opportunity for a buyer to reap the benefits of this thinking. Located in Fayetteville, Georgia, you will find the Corvette listed for sale here on eBay. Bidding has reached $40,100, and with the reserve now met, a new home is beckoning for this 1960s classic.

The seller has listed the Corvette on behalf of its owner, and he seems to have plenty of knowledge of this car and its history. It wears its original color of Saddle Tan, but the seller says that the vehicle received a repaint many years ago. It still presents exceptionally well, with no significant flaws or problems with the finish. The fiberglass is also in excellent order, with no stress cracking or other issues. The panel gaps are tight, and the alignment of the headlights is as good as the seller suggests. He doesn’t provide any information on the state of the frame, so it is impossible to be sure whether the Corvette is a rust-free car. However, it has been garage-kept for its entire life, so the news should potentially be quite positive there. The chrome and hubcaps are immaculate, and I can’t spot any problems with the glass.

If a buyer ticked the right boxes on the Order Form, they could find themselves owning a Corvette that was a fire-breathing monster. For those who wanted to buy into the lifestyle but sought something more restrained, there were still options open for them. The original owner ordered this car with the L75 version of the 327ci V8. This boosted power outputs from a baseline of 250hp to 300hp. It also represented good value for money, as it added a mere $53.80 to the sticker price of a Corvette. From here, it appears that the original owner’s focus turned to matters of comfort, and he ticked the boxes beside power steering and the Powerglide transmission on the order form. The Powerglide does take the edge of the Corvette’s performance potential, but it is a bulletproof item. With all of those factors in mind, this classic should be able to cover the ¼ mile in 15.3 seconds, which is just over a half-second slower than if the car were equipped with a 4-speed. The seller states that the ‘Vette has a genuine 60,000 miles on the clock, but he doesn’t indicate whether the owner holds evidence to verify this. He also doesn’t state whether the classic is numbers-matching, although determining this shouldn’t be hard. He says that the car runs and drives well, so the open road will be immediately beckoning this Corvette and its new owner.

Opening the doors reveals an interior that is in excellent condition for its age. It is hard to find anything to fault because the upholstered surfaces and the carpet present so well. The dash and pad look spotless, while the gauges are clear and concise. It appears that the factory radio has been swapped out at some point, but I can’t spot any other aftermarket additions. I would describe the overall condition as being at least one rung above survivor-grade, and this is another aspect of the car that would seem to need nothing.

This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette appears to be a tidy survivor, and it seems to have no immediate needs. It isn’t as hard-edged as some of the offerings within the 1964 range, but it will appeal to some potential buyers. If someone is seeking a C2 Corvette that offers respectable performance and a relatively relaxed driving experience, this one would appear to be a strong contender. Values for the C2 Corvette continue to climb steadily, and these were one of the few classics that didn’t take a hit over the past 12-months. However, I think that the bidding for this car is heading into the right territory for a vehicle in this condition and of these specifications. It could potentially nudge over $50,000, but it will need at least two buyers who have placed it on their “must-have” list for this to happen. Is this one that you might be tempted to bid on?