The 1967 model year marked the end of the line for the C2 Corvette, with the radically restyled C3 waiting in the wings to hit the showroom floor for 1968. Sales volumes may have been down compared to the previous year, but the ’67 is now a coveted classic. Our feature car is an unfinished restoration, but the new owner only needs to add the finishing touches. Making it more tempting is the seller’s claim that the successful bidder could fly in and drive it home. If it’s becoming too tempting to resist, you will find the Convertible here on eBay in Denton, Nebraska. Bidding has raced beyond the reserve and sits at $32,845.
The history of this Corvette is unclear, but it appears to be an unfinished restoration project. The seller states the door jambs wear Marlboro Maroon paint, although it is unclear whether this is the original paint shade. With the jambs complete and the exterior in primer, it appears to need little beyond basic surface preparation before the buyer applies a new coat of paint. There is another option they may consider due to the car’s current state. Removing the doors to repaint the jambs would be easy, so if Maroon isn’t their shade and they’re unconcerned about originality, they could apply the shade of their choice. The bumpers may benefit from a trip to the platers, but the remaining trim and glass look okay. The Black soft-top is wrinkled, but the lack of rips or tears makes me believe that a careful cleaning and some time spent in the sun would make a big difference. The car rolls on a set of genuine 1967 Rallye wheels wrapped in new redline tires.
It is unclear whether this Corvette is numbers-matching, but we know it features a 327ci V8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission. That V8 is the entry-level motor producing 300hp, but the ‘Vette won’t lack anything in the performance stakes. This classic should storm the ¼ mile in 14.7 seconds before winding its way to 131mph. The seller floats the idea of tackling this as a restomod build, and I see the attraction in that concept. However, the buyer would probably maximize their investment potential by sourcing the few peripherals missing from the engine bay as part of a preservation process. The other factor leaning me towards preservation is the car’s mechanical health. It runs and drives well, and the transmission is smooth. The seller says the buyer could fly in and drive it home, suggesting it has no known issues or hidden problems.
If potential buyers consider this Convertible as a driver-grade classic, its interior needs nothing. The Black upholstered surfaces present nicely, while the carpet is equally impressive. There is no evidence of abuse or mistreatment, while the dash is spotless. The gauge lenses haven’t developed cloudiness which is a common fault, and the markings look crisp. The factory radio has made way for an aftermarket unit, but I can’t spot any further changes.
If you ever doubt the desirability of a classic car, checking the bidding history on an eBay listing can prove enlightening. While this method throws the occasional curve ball, it is an accurate indicator with this 1967 Corvette. It has already attracted thirty-four bids, and if anything surprises me, it is that the figure isn’t higher. Still, plenty of time remains on the auction for the tally to grow significantly. It shows promise as a restoration project, but is it tempting enough for you to add to the total by submitting a bid or two? If you do, we’d all love to learn the result.
Lose that air cleaner immediately. A backfire WILL ignite it and burn that little short to the ground. Vettes don’t take kindly to fire.
If you ignore the fire hazard that these air cleaners present, it is one of the all time worst flowing air cleaners ever built. Engine Masters did some extensive air cleaner testing a number of years ago, this was either the worst or next to the worst as far as air flow. If it does ignite and doesn’t manage to burn the car to the ground, the burning foam plastic dripping into the carb will also ruin your day. Oh, and if you buy it and drive it home, pray it doesn’t rain, I don’t see any wiper arms… other than some missing items, I kind of like it!
Yep way back in the 70s my brother had one of them air cleaners on his 56 with a 283/292 , Holley carb got that melted goo treatment.
This car will sell for $45,000 plus. A nice painted 300 hp 67 Roadster sells in the $60,000 range. I would love to own this and send that POS air cleaner to the city dump.
Do yourself a favor,if this keeps on going you will have just as much or more as one that’s finished plus the time you could be having fun,life is too short
Nice Corvette for a do-it-your selfer Corvette lover. I like it a lot. Seeing that air cleaner and remembering back when , didn’t most of the MOTION PERFORMANCE builds back in the day have a similar style that was called the “Fly’s Eye” ? Considering the performance aspect of their builds I wonder how they flowed ? I hope this Corvette winds up in the hands of a true Corvette aficionado & not some quick buck flipper.
Just a few years ago I had one of these repainted after stripping it down like this. The bill was still 17k. And that was a good price.
Al Camino is correct. Might as well pay a bit more for one completed than start restoring this one at this (or higher) price.
It’s funny. I have the same car, Marina Blue, White interior, bright blue rugs and it looked just like this one after I did bodywork to the nose to get the goo and other dreck out of the fiberglass equation (prior body damage and crap repairs). I used something called Spray Strip and a few Scotch Brites to get the original paint and red primer off the car. I then took my car to a body shop in Canton GA and told them I wanted a basic paint job and they quoted $1800. Keep in mind, I had block sanded the body and they had only some minor refinements to complete. That was 1998 : ). They used a yellow eggshell epoxy primer that was easier to apply than the headaches caused by spraying gel coat. That sealed her up nice. The base coat – clear coat came out beautiful and I purposely had them leave it a bit rough, just like the GM mothership did. It looks good and has aged nicely, garage kept.
I say this because, if I was told back then I was going to be upside down or money foolish, I probably would have told the person to s— in their hat. My point is that the love of the hobby sometimes doesn’t have an accountant attached to it. Hell, it took me so long to finish my car that the drag on my personal economy did not cause me or my family to suffer. I wonder sometimes if some of our audience is too focused on profit and not the hard earned joy that one gets when a “POS” car turns into a swan. Obviously, times have changed and money is a big issue for everything, but at the end of the day, personally, if I want something, I will sweat, swear and scheme to get it. Especially if the nay sayers say its BS, foolish, a bad deal etc. That fuels my stubborn soul. My .02 ; )
Wow Nova John you and I are of like mind!!
Too many negative comments on cost versus value must be from people who have more money than I and only look at the end game
I love working on my cars myself and spend a little at a time over years and years to get them the way “I” like them don’t care what others may think they make ME happy
That said I love this Bette and if my wife would let me I’d be on my way there to get it now