The Corvette Stingray body looks great even with this hodgepodge of primer and mismatched wheel colors. This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette in Austin, Texas does not run, and comes to market here on eBay after “several decades” of climate-controlled storage. At least 10 bidders see the car’s potential and have driven its value above $22,000, apparently meeting the seller’s supposedly low reserve. Though not completely original, this ‘Vette retains many born-with parts according to the seller.
The air conditioning adds interest, though nothing’s pledged to work on this long-forgotten classic. Liquid on the intake manifold suggests either a failed (and ill-advised) attempt at starting the engine or remnants of a power washing. While the headlight motors and brackets have gone missing, that seems to be the extent of scavenging by parts-hungry hyenas.
Picture this fiberglass sportscar in the original silver with a blue interior… fabulous! Reported to have a solid frame with “no visible issues,” the car could go back to stock or become rejuvenated with an upgraded chassis and powertrain. Tip your hat to the seller for a reasonable clean-up that shows the car’s potential. The seller’s plan to jump or “skip” the “open Florida title” would cause trouble for buyers living in states like Virginia that require a bill of sale signed by the person named on the title. Be sure to factor that hassle into your bid.
The black and white interior apparently complimented a white exterior from the car’s most recent makeover. Though not every specimen needs a no-expense-spared restoration, it’s hard to go wrong with a classic Corvette; their appeal spans the ages! Whether you picture “America’s Sports Car” as a classy and powerful two-seater for the sophisticated enthusiast, or a race-proven weapon for attacking road courses and twisty two-lanes, your vision can become reality with this ’64 and a healthy credit card limit. What’s your daydream for this neglected Stingray?
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I suppose it’s a 327 and a 4 speed in this car!! It sure would be nice to see the frame on this one!!
It would make a lot more sense to buy a driver at this price. You could not make this mess run well and look good for less than what you could spend for a decent drivable car. Its a C2 Vette, so somebody is going to put it back on the road, as long as the buyer doesn’t have the same inclination for procrastination that the seller has. I hope the auction winner enjoys his purchase and I wish him the best. From personal experience, when all is said and done, adding up every receipt is going to be a bit of an eye opener.
This is one of those that you admire it for what it is, wish it well and leave it for someone else’s bank account to deal with all the headaches and surprises.
Seller states “The car is very complete (but not 100%).” So what is missing? Seller also states “includes only those parts that are pictured in this listing.” Looks to me there is a lot missing. Trim, Rocker panel, cowl panel, door panels and trim, clock, etc… Seems like this was someone’s parts car for another project so now the next guy can buy the stuff that is missing. At $22k, and needing all of $10k in paint and body work, then having to go through the drivetrain, brake, exhaust, and fuel systems, wheels and tires, and electrical systems one could get way upside down in this COUPE fast. I’d recommend finding a decent driver for a bit more money.
It almost looks like the car is rusty!! LOL
Nice project for someone that wants to own a corvette yes you could have 20k in it big deal, step or step back.
It’s a 64 model. Not a split window and not a 65 model with disk brakes. The middle child, don’t get no respect. I had a 64 convertible back in the sixties back before disk brakes were common and it stopped fine, but now drums are old tech and having them makes the price of a 64 a little lower than later models. 15 bids now at $22,300.
The valve covers are not from 1964, any body here good with the numbers the seller has posted to identify it, does it run ? Its missing parts that’d nickle & dime you to death. You would have to really want, and love C-2’s to buy this and do it up right, the body does look pretty much un-hit unless whole panels were replaced. I’d buy it but not for 30K or better.
Later model 350 rocker covers. It is a 64. Boring. Yes still a C2, but 64 has no special options that are all available in other years. Drum brakes. While the truth is the drums would be more reliable than the rust prone Delco Moraine disc system, they get a bad rap. I daily drove my 65 Impala from 1991 to 2001 with non power drums. Always stopped. Replaced the shoes once in 100,000 miles because I did not speed up for red lights like most idiot drivers do. I have restored an old Corvette. The receipt pile is as thick as an old New York City phone book. Remenber those?
Half the value of this car currently is in the factory AC. Adding the OEM A/C to a resto-mod or ’63 coupe would make it a lot more desirable and more than cover the cost. Grab the A/C and sell the rest. Great deal at current price.
I always wonder how a vehicle can be sitting in a “climate controlled storage” and look this bad. It’s like freezing spoiled meat, what’s the point? Paying money to warehouse this makes no sense. Were they hoping for short term storage while gathering parts but never got around to it? Running humidifiers and or dehumidifiers for decades plus actually paying storage fees or just taking up space is insane when this is the unveiled result.