How many times have we seen a car that offers looks that leave you weak at the knees but provide performance that is asthmatic and underwhelming? If we were talking about The Malaise Era, then the answer to that question would be “plenty.” This 1968 Corvette doesn’t hark from that low point in automotive history, and with a big-block under the hood, it should be fast enough to leave you quaking in your boots. This stunning classic is now ready to head to a new home, so the owner has listed it for sale here on Craigslist. The Corvette is located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and the asking price is $35,900, or the best reasonable offer. I have to say a big thank you to Barn Finder rex m for referring the ‘Vette to us.

The Corvette isn’t completely original because the owner does admit that it was treated to some restoration work 17-years-ago. He has owned it for 20-years, which must have made the decision to part with it a difficult one. The restoration work included applying a fresh coat of the car’s original International Blue paint, which still shines magnificently. It hasn’t had a chance to accumulate much in the way of damage because under the owner’s stewardship, the vehicle has only covered 6,000 miles. The fiberglass looks perfect, and the dry environment should mean that there are no rust issues with the frame or birdcage. The chrome presents as nicely as the rest of the exterior, while I can’t pick any faults with the wheels or trim rings. The Corvette was ordered with tinted glass, and this has also managed to remain in good order.

A numbers-matching classic is always great to find, and it gets even better when it is one that is capable of blasting the ¼-mile in under 14 seconds. That is what is on offer here because this Corvette features a positively mouthwatering drivetrain combination. When the buyer hands over their cash, they will find themselves the owner of a Corvette with the L36 version of the 427ci big-block V8. This beast should be producing 390hp, which finds its way to the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual transmission. To keep driving chores light and comfortable, it is also fitted with power steering and power brakes. As I said, that combination makes this a seriously fast car. The ¼ mile disappears in 13.7 seconds, and the speedometer needle should be nudging 150mph before the Corvette runs out of breath. When the owner purchased the car, it has 68,000 miles on the clock. That reading now sits at 74,000, so he hasn’t gone out of his way to wear the vehicle out over the past 20-years. When I read the listing, I find one thing to be very surprising. I am amazed that the owner doesn’t indicate how well the car runs or drives. However, I do have a rule of thumb that I use to guide me in these matters. When I see a classic for sale with a history of long-term ownership, I tend to find that quite encouraging. While it might not be a hard-and-fast rule, this generally indicates that the car in question has been treated with respect. When you consider the overall condition of this classic, that offers some encouraging signs.

When the exterior of the Corvette was restored, the interior came in for the same treatment. I find it no surprise to see the Blue interior trim presenting superbly with so few miles under its belt since it was completed. Admittedly the photos that the owner supplies aren’t the greatest, but there is no evidence of any damage or problems. The seats show no wear, and there is little in the way of wrinkling on the covers. The dash appears to be perfect, and what can be seen of the carpet also looks good. The Corvette comes equipped with power windows, but non-original items include a Hurst shifter, an aftermarket steering wheel, and I believe that the original radio has made way for a later AM/FM unit.

This 1968 Corvette presents extremely well, and it should possess the sort of performance that would do those looks justice. It isn’t 100% original, and that will be offputting for some potential buyers. However, swapping out the non-genuine components would not be a difficult or expensive proposition. Given the inherent value of big-block chrome-bumper Corvettes, it might be worth the effort. If you are not the sort of person who is fixed on spotless originality, this is a great driver that is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately. Does that sound good to you? It does to me.