With the classic market favoring original and unmolested vehicles, it is little wonder that this 1965 Corvette Coupe has generated plenty of interest since hitting the market. It is as original as you are likely to find, and while it isn’t perfect, there’s no doubt it would attract attention due to its unmolested nature. It needs a new home and an owner willing to treat it with ongoing care and respect. The ‘Vette is listed here on eBay in Kingston, New York. The seller set their BIN at $58,999 but will entertain offers.

If you examine the history of the Corvette, you soon discover that each generation received ongoing evolutionary styling updates, as opposed to wholesale changes. The C2 is no exception, with the company treating the 1965 model to a restyled hood, functional front fender vents, and new rocker moldings. Otherwise, it was business as usual. Our feature car is 1-of-2,831 to leave the factory wearing Milano Maroon paint. If I’m brutally honest, it doesn’t rate as my favorite shade from that year. However, that’s a matter of personal taste, and the order figure represents a take-up rate of a respectable 12%. The paint is original except for a minor repair on the left front corner. The supplied photos don’t show it clearly, but the paint has fine cracks and marks, which is understandable given its age. That doesn’t detract unduly from the presentation because the car retains a respectable shine. The fiberglass also shows a few small marks, but nothing requiring immediate attention. The underside shots reveals the frame as spotlessly clean and rock-solid, while the shining chrome and original glass round out a car guaranteed to attract favorable comments.

The originality of this Corvette extends to its drivetrain components. The car’s first owner ordered it equipped with the L79 version of the 327ci V8. This sweet little motor pumps out 350hp, which feeds to the road via a four-speed manual transmission. They also splashed an additional $75.35 on the transistor ignition, with this combination allowing the car to storm the ¼ mile in 14.2 seconds before winding its way to 137mph. The engine bay presents superbly, with the only significant change being the recent replacement of the internal components in the ignition system. The seller fitted a new fuel tank and sender unit, along with a host of suspension and braking components, as part of an ongoing maintenance program to ensure the vehicle is in sound mechanical health. They supply no information on how this classic runs or drives, but the indications are positive.

This Corvette’s interior is as unmolested as the rest of the vehicle. It features Maroon vinyl upholstery that is generally in good condition. There is a seam split on the driver’s seat base, and I would consult an upholsterer to determine whether it is repairable. I would adopt this approach, hoping to maintain the car’s survivor status. The carpet exhibits fading typical with Corvettes of this age, but the rest of the interior looks excellent for a driver-grade classic. The seller indicates everything works as it should, including the factory AM/FM radio and power antenna.

Some cars generate more interest than others when they hit the market, and the fact this 1965 Corvette already has 175 people watching the listing suggests it has struck a chord with enthusiasts. I have no doubt it will divide opinions, and that diversity is one of the attractive aspects of the classic scene. Some will argue that the vehicle needs a light cosmetic refresh to help it stand out. Others will state that with originality being a desirable quality, the new owner should leave the car generally untouched. I would probably consult an upholsterer to see whether the split seat upholstery is repairable. That would be the only item I’d touch because it seems to have no other pressing needs. Do you agree?