When it comes to the question of desirability, American classics don’t come much better than this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. It is a genuine “Fuelie” featuring some factory options that help it to tick many of the boxes that serious collectors might want. The time has come for this stunning and iconic vehicle to find a new home, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the Fuelie listed here at ACC Auctions in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Bidding currently sits at $30,000, although I suspect that the figure will climb substantially before the hammer falls.

After its introduction in 1963, Chevrolet only performed evolutionary changes to its C2 Corvette for the 1964 model year. The most obvious of these was eliminating the faux air intakes from the hood, and a few minor cosmetic changes. This 1964 Convertible looks stunning in Tuxedo Black with color-matched hard and soft tops. Its history is unclear, but the impression conveyed by the seller is that it is a survivor with a genuine 63,000 miles on the clock. They supply a comprehensive set of photos in their listing that reveals this Fuelie to be as solid as the day it left the line. The paint shines richly, and the fiberglass shows no evidence of cracks or other issues. Rounding out the exterior are the cast aluminum knock-off wheels. With these adding $322.80 to the Corvette’s sticker price, it is little wonder that only 806 buyers ticked that box on their Order Form.

Okay, it’s time to take a deep breath and marvel at what sets this Corvette apart from mere mortals. Tipping the hood forward reveals the numbers-matching 327ci V8. This is the L84 variant, commonly referred to as the “Fuelie.” It was the range-topping motor in 1964, delivering 375hp and 350 ft/lbs of torque. This V8 was the most expensive item on that year’s option list, costing buyers $538.00. Therefore, it is unsurprising that only 1,325 Corvettes in this form rolled off the line. The power feeds to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission, with this car’s first owner also splashing their cash on power brakes. This classic’s engine isn’t the only numbers-matching component, with the car retaining its entire original drivetrain. The seller states that the ‘Vette has recently undergone extensive servicing, and that it runs and drives as nicely as it looks.

The first owner didn’t stop ticking boxes when it came to the interior appointments. They splashed $80.70 and $176.50 on the leather trim and AM/FM radio, respectively. The Red interior provides a perfect contrast to the exterior, and apart from stretching on the driver’s seat base, there is little deserving criticism. The remaining upholstered surfaces are in great condition, there is no carpet wear, the dash is spotless, and the teakwood wheel is crack-free. If this Corvette is a genuine survivor, most serious collectors will find the interior condition very acceptable.

Writing for Barn Finds is a privilege, and classics sometimes cross our desks where mere words don’t seem to be enough to convey what they represent. This 1964 Corvette Convertible falls into that category, representing virtually everything that a buyer might want from a collector-grade C2. The current high bid is extremely low for a car of this caliber, and I suspect that with values climbing steeply, it will almost certainly head into six-figure territory. What do you feel would be a fair price for the Convertible, and are you tempted to pursue it further?