A fuel-injected 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is already a big deal, but this one adds a few extra layers to the story. Listed on eBay, this car is described as an original fuel-injection example that’s been in the same family since 1972 and is now being offered as a restoration project. It’s located with a clean title and shows 50,000 miles, though the listing focuses more on what’s under the hood than the number on the odometer. For anyone who follows early Corvettes, especially fuelie cars, this is the kind of listing that tends to get attention quickly. Thanks for the tip, Curvette!
The seller states that the engine is a matching-numbers unit and identifies it as a rare CZ block, with casting number 519 and a December 23, 1959 date. That lines up with what you’d expect for a 1960 model year build. Beyond that, several key components are said to be correct for the car, including the fuel injection unit, distributor, and air cleaner. The injection system is listed as number 7017320, while the distributor carries a December 24, 1959 date. For buyers who care about numbers and date codes, those details are going to matter.
Backing the engine is a T-10 manual transmission, and the seller notes that it retains its original shifter. That’s another piece that enthusiasts tend to look for when evaluating early Corvettes, especially when originality is part of the conversation. The car is described as a soft-top-only example, and the listing mentions that it comes with many good parts, though it doesn’t go into a full inventory of what’s included.
Condition-wise, the seller calls it a car in need of restoration but also notes that the body is “very good.” The frame, according to the listing, has been repaired in a couple of areas but is described as sound overall. That kind of wording leaves some room for interpretation, so it’s likely something a buyer would want to inspect more closely or ask about. As always with a project of this level, there are details that aren’t fully spelled out, which is pretty typical for listings like this.
What stands out here is the combination of originality and long-term ownership. The seller says the car has stayed within the same family for over 50 years, which isn’t something you see every day. Add in the matching-numbers fuel-injected engine and period-correct components, and it starts to feel like a solid foundation for someone who understands what these cars represent.
This isn’t being presented as a finished car or even a quick project. It’s more of a starting point, but one with the right ingredients already in place. For the right buyer, that’s often more important than anything else.
So if you were stepping into this one, would you aim for a full factory-style restoration, or take a different approach with it?
As for myself, I don’t have enough funds to restore a shopping cart – I’d leave this one to someone with the means and finances to restore it properly.
The body is great with only one front fender repaired at the weak spot above the wheel. The numbers match is all too easily done on these except for the FI unit. The staggered bolt pattern on the valve covers were used up to early ’59 . Do the homework on the numbers and what’s good in the parts . There would normally be 2 holes in the fenders for the side FI script and it looks like they were never there. Whether you get a fake or not really does’nt matter, just don’t pay for a real one up front.
The holes are there, I’ve seen them. Buy you some magnifiers !
1960 fuel injection script had three mounting studs. The three holes are visible on both fenders in the eBay photos.
My bad. I see them now on my laptop.
What state is the car from and how much are you asking?
Ashland, Ky….and $39,900 OBO…GLWTS
total shame this was left in this condition
Having owned a few of these, ( 59,61, & 62 ) Price is too high. Will need 40K plus to get running right , then paint !!! Walk away unless you are wealthy or nothing else to lose.
This much money would need also the date codes on the rally wheels and the lone mud grip tire .
How does someone own a car like this for all of those years and it ends up in this condition?
You have to know the situation to understand.
This car is a bargain at 40G. If all is real. Do your homework.
I find it interesting that the thermostat area is covered and not the breather/oil filler tube is left open!
I had forgotten that engine mount bracket (painted red between the engine block and water pump) (also much like the one used on 1959 Cadillacs) Water pump need changing) get out a hunk of wood to protect the oul pan and start pumping the floor jack!
Funny….no dash or inside pictures…..