Project builds can stall for various reasons, and sometimes they fail to restart. Such is the case with this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. Its previous owner was a collector who dismantled the car thirty-five years ago for restoration, and this is as far as they got. The seller feels it needs a new owner who can complete what the collector started, so they have listed it here on eBay in Strafford, New Hampshire. Spirited bidding has pushed the price to $22,100, although that remains short of the reserve.

The history of this Corvette is unclear, although the seller indicates it spent most of its life around Rochester, New York. It was dismantled to the current level when they purchased it, and when they inventoried the parts, they discovered a few pieces were missing. Since they intended to tackle the build themselves, they sourced many missing items to ensure the car was virtually complete. They include the parts which now occupy most of the passenger compartment and trunk. The fiberglass looks good for its age, with no signs of damage that might require professional repairs. The frame is solid, but considering the potential value locked away in this classic, it would be worth pursuing the restoration as a frame-off to achieve a high standard of finish. The windshield looks okay, and although there is no top, the bows are intact. The photos reveal most of the trim is present, and its condition looks promising.

The mechanical configuration of this Corvette is a mystery, although it is complete. If the car is numbers-matching, we should be looking at a 283ci V8. Judging by its appearance, I believe it is probably the entry-level version that delivered 230hp. The ponies fed to the rear wheels via a manual transmission, but the seller doesn’t specify whether it is a three or four-speed unit. If the shifter knob is an accurate guide, I believe it could be a four-speed. It would be fair to assume the car hasn’t fired a shot since being dismantled, meaning everything requires a thorough inspection. However, with the engine turning freely, revival may not be expensive or complicated.

The mystery of this Corvette continues when we turn our attention to its interior. I can spot the seats, wheel, and a few trim pieces. However, there seems to be a general lack of dash components. Of course, with so many parts hidden in boxes, it might all be there. It will undoubtedly require a retrim, which could be one of the more expensive parts of the build. Parts are readily available, and considering the potential value of this classic once returned to its former glory, it should be a worthwhile investment.

The seller planned to complete what the previous owner began with this 1960 Corvette, but they’ve found themselves with three other projects requiring their attention. The fact they have inventoried the parts to ensure the car is virtually complete is reassuring, and the photos suggest that returning the vehicle to its former glory should be straightforward. It has attracted thirty-two bids, which is unsurprising considering how desirable C1 Corvettes are. I hope it finds a new owner willing and able to do it justice because more than three decades in hibernation is not what it deserves.