If a potential buyer puts on their “sensible” hat when contemplating a vehicle purchase, logic says that companies like Peugeot have the right approach by assigning their models numeric designations. However, such purchases often involve a certain amount of emotion, and that’s where companies can capture customers with names that are difficult to ignore. Think of models like the Mustang, the Cobras, the Firebird, or the Corvette Sting Ray. The manufacturers designed these names to evoke an emotional response in potential buyers intent on luring people through the doors of their showrooms. That practice continues today, although it probably reached its peak when our feature car rolled off the production line. This 1967 Corvette Sting Ray Convertible is not merely a stunning car but an original and unmolested survivor. It is also a classic that needs a new home, and the owner is probably hoping that it will be yours! Located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, you will find this ‘Vette listed for sale here on eBay. The bidding has been pretty subdued, but it has reached $50,300, which is beyond the reserve.
There’s a bit to consider with this Corvette. The seller indicates that its Marlboro Maroon paint is original and that nobody has subjected this car to any restoration work. The paint shines impressively for its age, with only a few minor flaws or defects. If considered purely as a survivor, the exterior appears to need nothing. There are a few minor chips and marks, but that is in keeping with a car that has more than five decades under its belt. There is no evidence of any issues with the fiberglass, while the underside shots show no signs of surface corrosion or penetrating rust. The white soft-top has a few marks and a small hole, and the buyer will need to decide whether they would opt for a repair or replacement. There is no hardtop, which is slightly disappointing. The chrome shines as nicely as the paint, while the tinted glass appears flawless. The car rolls on its original Rally wheels. These are free from stains, and the trim rings are free from physical damage.
The reality was that there was no genuine slowcoach in the 1967 Corvette model range. This car features its original 327ci V8 that produces 300hp. That power finds its way to a 3.36 rear end via a four-speed manual transmission. Pointed at a ¼ mile, this Convertible should cover the distance in 14.7 seconds. For potential buyers, there is plenty of good news with this classic. The owner states that it is numbers-matching, which will undoubtedly help its ultimate value. It also has 69,000 miles showing on its odometer, and these are genuine and documented. On the subject of documentation, the owner has found the original Build Sheet and includes that in the sale. He also holds the Owner’s Manual in its plastic sleeve, the Instruction Card for the AM/FM radio, and the Wheel Trim Ring sheet. This car is about more than good looks because it runs and drives perfectly. The seller says that the transmission is smooth, and it seems that this Corvette is a turnkey proposition for its next owner.
It appears that the seller is an approachable person willing to supply additional photos beyond those in his listing. This is a good thing because the interior shots he includes are pretty limited. He states that the seats and door trims are finished in their original White leather, and they are in good condition for their age. It seems that there is no significant wear or other problems, while the dash and console appear perfect. It isn’t clear whether the car features power windows or other creature comforts, although its original AM/FM radio remains intact. It would be worth approaching this seller to source additional photos for those seriously interested in becoming this classic’s next owner.
While it may not be perfect, this 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Convertible is worth a closer look. It is common to see these cars that have been the subject of meticulous restoration. It is less common to find survivor-grade cars that present as beautiful as this. There’s no doubt that it would turn heads in its current state, which would raise the question of whether any form of restoration could be justified. There are plenty of people who subscribe to the old maxim that they are only original once, and in a case like this, I can understand that philosophy. If you were to bid on this classic, what would be your intention? Would you retain it as-is, or would a restoration be on your radar? It will be interesting to gauge our reader responses to see what the majority would do.
Since I would never use this at the strip the SBC is exactly the way I would want this car. Original paint and all is my favorite over restored models as long as they are still in decent shape. I like this one.
Excellent 👍❗👌
I’m with Jerry.
Quote: “This car features its original 327ci V8 that produces 300hp. That power finds its way to a 3.36 rear end via a four-speed manual transmission. Pointed at a ¼ mile, this Convertible should cover the distance in 14.7 seconds.”
14.7 might be a tad optimistic. Road & Track’s test of a ’67 equipped like this car — 327/300 engine, 3.36 rear axle ratio and 4-speed manual — netted a 0-60 of 7.8 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 16 seconds @ 86.5 mph.
Beautiful car regardless.
Tiger66 i Guarantee with decent tires and a proper running 327 my buddy could best 16sec 88 mph
Today’s tires would certainly help. For context, that same issue of R&T tested a Shelby GT 500 with the 428/355 (0-60 7.2; 15.5sec/95mph in the quarter) and a Dodge Coronet R/T with the 440/375 (0-60 8.6; 16.6/83 in the quarter). Both of those cars were automatics but no doubt would have done better on modern tires.
It looks to be a nice example. If it is an original Virginia car a thorough rust inspection is in order. Oddly, there are no pix of the interior as in seats/door trim/sills, etc.
If it passes inspection it just needs a 5speed and side pipes for a nice cruiser.
The 5-speed and side pipes would completely ruin this car. In my opinion, although I could be wrong.
I’m with you Frank! There are only two things I would do to this car if it were mine. Have the finish on the paint professionally polished and when the time came (when oil started dripping down the side of the block) replace the original valve covers with the aluminum covers with the Chevrolet Script on them. They do a better job of keeping the oil from leaking out from under the valve cover by spreading the pressure against the seal evenly across all the bolt locations. When it came time to replace the exhaust system, I’d make a decision at that time of whether to slap on a set of headers or not. This car is a beaut just like it sets. It is very difficult to improve upon the appearance of a car that had the expertise of multiple six-figure GM design engineers.
Having owned a few C-2’s, in my opinion, the factory side pipes complete the car and, for any distance driving, a 5 speed is nice at hiway speeds.
Frank, I do respect your opinion.
For once it seems that a Barnfinds writer got it right. Unlike many cars featured here, that the writers call “survivors”, this car truly may be a one.
From what I can tell from the pictures, it looks to be a pretty nice, and original car. One concern is the carb fuel line. The 67 Holley had an internal filter, and a metal pump to card line, while this car has an inline filter, and rubber hoses. It looks like a correct carb, or at least one with an internal filter housing, so why the inline filter, and why wouldn’t you spend the $32 for the much safer metal pump to carb line?
This past B/J Auction was insane watching resto-mod Corvettes going for 6 figures and the first number was 2 or better. This car would be a real deal, I would make as nice of a driver as I could without doing a frame off restoration’
The way it is equipped I think it would be as nice as any high dollar rest-mod, at a fraction of the cost.
This listing was ended by the seller because the item is no longer available.
I put that engine, with twin 4 bbls, in a wood speedboat and blew past Donzies all day long.
Great engine. Great fun.
The fuel line looks wonky and at one time this car DID have a hardtop. You can tell by the two chrome ferrules on the lid just aft of where the convertible top sits. My first ever Corvette was a ’67 Lyndale Blue Coupe , 327/300 4 Speed that I bought brand new in September of 1967 , I saw pictures of the C3’s and decided I liked the looks of the C2 better. I was 19 years old and thought I was hot shit driving that beautiful car. My car loan payments were high as well as my car insurance but I did it, besides that it kept me outta the bars.
A 327 4 speed is perfect !
I bet the buyer will be very happy with this car.
I want to have it – it looks very good.
Being an original paint ’67, you can be guaranteed that this one didn’t spend much of its 55 years living outside of a garage.