Are you feeling brave? You are? That’s good, because it might mean that you are up to the challenge of restoring this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Scrolling through the seller’s images confirms that this classic needs everything, and although it runs and drives, it isn’t roadworthy. However, there is a very good reason why it deserves a closer look. The seller has listed the Corvette here on eBay in Denison, Texas. Bidding has reached $7,600, and the decision to list it with No Reserve might be enough to make it irresistible.

Following its 1963 unveiling, Chevrolet made only minor styling updates to the C2 Corvette for the 1964 model year. It set a new sales record, with 22,229 buyers handing over their cash to drive a new Corvette home. Interestingly, the Convertible proved the more popular of the two body styles, accounting for 13,925 vehicles. Decoding the Trim Tag confirms that this drop-top left the factory cloaked in Silver Blue paint. It has undergone a color change at some point, which is just one of a range of modifications. Others include the side exhaust and larger wheels, and I believe that it may also feature a different motor. The paint is tired and baked, and the fiberglass exhibits signs of damage and distress. However, the most significant issue facing the new owner is the presence of rust. It is visible in the lower rear doglegs on both sides, and with the rest of the frame carrying a heavy layer of surface corrosion, there may be other steel penetration requiring work. The harsh reality is that if this Corvette is to grace our roads again, the winning bidder has no choice but to dismantle this classic to the last nut and bolt. On a more positive note, the presence of a factory hardtop is good news.

All Corvettes produced in 1964 featured a 327ci V8 under the hood, with the 396ci big-block not joining the party until 1965. The seller supplies virtually no information regarding this car’s specifications, but my instinct tells me that it may have undergone an engine change at some point. The small-block’s power is transmitted to the rear via a four-speed manual transmission, with the first owner splashing out an additional $43.05 on power brakes. The seller confirms that this Corvette runs and drives, but shouldn’t be considered roadworthy. After the doom and gloom of the frame rust, it is nice to find a positive attribute as a silver lining.

Returning this Corvette to its former glory will include a complete interior restoration. However, it appears to be largely complete, and items like the seat frames and other hardware should be suitable for reuse. Everything required to achieve a factory-fresh look is readily available, with upholstery kits retailing for around $2,500. A close inspection will undoubtedly reveal a list of small parts that won’t be in that kit, so budgeting extra would be wise.

This 1964 Corvette is a sad and sorry sight, but the listing statistics suggest that it has captured plenty of attention. It has received over 590 views in the last day alone, with 93 people adding the car to their Watch List. This interest has translated into a healthy eighteen bids, and there is a good chance that all of those figures will climb as the auction heads towards its conclusion. The “No Reserve” factor means that it will definitely find a new home, but are you brave enough to make it yours?