The 1968 model year marked the second redesign of the Chevy Corvette. And the first year of the “Mako Shark” Vettes that would continue through 1982. A 427 cubic inch V8 was the top engine in a ’68 Corvette, and this car is alleged to have had one, but it’s flown the coop along with its 4-speed manual transmission. Now a rough roller, this edition of “America’s Sports Car” is available in DeKalb, Illinois, and here on eBay for $5,000. A Corvette tip brought to us by “Curvette”!
Third-generation Corvettes sold well, with the 1968 edition up by 25% and another third in 1969. A 327 cubic inch V8 was still standard in the Corvette, with several versions of the 427 being optional (with no less than 390 hp). We told this ‘Vette had a 427, so chances are it was the L36 since more of them were installed. But the engine compartment has been liberated of most of its contents, so this project offers an open canvas, if you dare.
How complete this Corvette is will be hard to gauge. There are several photos of bits and pieces on the floors, including a set of Rally hub caps. We’re guessing this Corvette started out with black or dark green paint, but it’s now past the point of no return. And the interior looks to have been well used, too. This vehicle came from a state that doesn’t do titles on older vehicles, so we assume a Bill of Sale will have to suffice. What would you do with this one?
The tach has a 6500 redline making this a possible 427/435hp tripower car. Depending on the structural integrity of the frame and birdcage it could be a good starting point for a project. Especially if you have a 427/435 in the corner of your garage. But it will take many bucks to complete.