There are many organizations and clubs that can verify the originality, specifications, and authenticity of a classic car. For Corvette owners, it is the National Corvette Restorers Society or NCRS. That organization is held in high regard, and its word is treated as fact regarding these classics. This 1967 Corvette Convertible has come under the watchful eye of the NCRS, receiving Certification following a frame-off restoration. It presents superbly and is ready to find a new owner. The ‘Vette is listed here on eBay in Shortsville, New York. Subdued bidding has pushed the price to $59,000 in a No Reserve auction.

This car is a classic that provides reassurance because it has been in the care of its current owner for over twenty years. That fact and the car’s overall condition suggest it had been treated respectfully. Rally Red is not a subtle shade, but it attracted 2,341 Corvette buyers in 1967. It is the color that graces this Corvette’s body, and it retains an impressive depth of color and shine. The seller indicates the car underwent a frame-off restoration in 2004 and appears to have been pampered since. There are no defects in the paint and no flaws in the fiberglass. The soft-top fits tightly, and the back window is clear. There is no mention of rust problems in the listing, and the underside shots confirm the car is rock-solid. The chrome and glass are spotless, but the Rally wheels are a later addition.

It’s hard not to be impressed by this Corvette’s interior. The condition suggests the car has seen little work since the 2004 restoration. The upholstered surfaces are immaculate, with no wear or physical damage beyond some slight wrinkles on the driver’s seat. The same is true of the dash and carpet, while the gauges feature clear lenses and crisp markings. There are no aftermarket additions, and the original owner spent a not-inconsiderable $172.75 on a Factory AM/FM radio. This aspect of the Convertible would suit a perfectionist.

Lifting the hood is where the water becomes slightly muddy with this Corvette. It features the entry-level 327ci that sent 300hp to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. With a ¼ mile ET of 14.8 seconds and a top speed of 131mph, this Convertible is no automotive slug. The car is numbers-matching, with the seller treating it to a professional engine rebuild earlier this year, adding a new clutch in the process. However, it appears the engine features a different camshaft which should theoretically lift its power to 350hp. A Pertronix ignition system provides the spark that kicks things into life, but it is another non-genuine part. Purists may find the changes unacceptable, and if that type of person becomes this car’s next owner, I expect them to reverse the changes eventually. They won’t need to do it immediately because this gem runs and drives exceptionally well.

The classic world is full of surprises, and this 1967 Corvette Convertible provides one of the biggest. Considering its overall condition, NCRS Certification, and constantly rising values, I’m amazed this Convertible has a mere two bids after more than two days. Maybe genuine enthusiasts aren’t attracted by the minor modifications, preferring to splash their cash on one that is 100% original. Recent sales results suggest it should pass $80,000 before the hammer falls, and there is time available on the listing for that to happen. However, the bidding will need to become frantic to achieve that goal. Things are quiet now, but maybe it would be worth watching the dying minutes of this auction to see what happens.